Rotary Scholars Shine Through the Pandemic
The Rotary Club of Hudson has awarded college scholarships to six Hudson High School 2020 graduates after considering applications from 21 students in April. The selection committee of Dr. Dan Williams-Chair, Kathryn Sines and Ron Strobl were highly impressed by all candidates and had a very difficult time making the selections. The scholarships are $3000 apiece for enrollment at Ohio supported colleges.
The award presentations were made during a Rotary on-line Zoom meeting allowing all Rotarians and student family members to view the ceremony. Each awardee was introduced by a teacher from Hudson High School who provided anecdotes about the student’s life, commitment to the community and special accomplishments. Three of the winners devoted many hours to Service Learning projects, a program to which many Rotarians have contributed time and guidance.
This year’s scholarship winners are:
 Fatima Mahmood |  Cindy Snyder |  Abby Silcox |  Alexis Osburn |  Mike VonVille |  Mooskan Singhal |
- Fatima Mahmood--introduced by chemistry teacher Kathy Sfiligoj who guided Fatima through her acclimation to life at HHS and her college chemistry classes. Fatima was characterized as a scholar who had the support of her entire family. She will study pre-med/biology at The Ohio State University.
- Cindy Snyder--introduced by Service Learning teacher Jamie Kosmin who recognized Cindy for raising record money for the Akron’s Women’s Shelter through Service Learning and for her love of community service. Cindy will attend The Ohio State University for biochemistry and pre-med.
- Abby Silcox--introduced by Jamie Kosmin who characterized Abby one of the most gifted students in his Service Learning classes. Abby embraced all the extra opportunities in Service Learning including work for the Hudson Food Bank. A talented artist, Abby will attend Bowling Green University for art therapy/psychology.
- Alexis Osburn--introduced by sign language teacher Courtney Stull who described Alexis as an American Sign Language honor student who has a contagious compassion for people and a determination to learn a difficult profession for helping those with hearing disabilities. Already a Black Belt in Korean martial arts, Alexis will attend Kent State University in Criminology.
- Mike VonVille--introduced by cross country coach Mark McConnell who praised Mike for his determination and leadership as Captain of the HHS team. Mark achieved the Ray Heiser sportsmanship award for his desire to succeed and pride in his mentoring of teammates. Mike will study pre-law at The Ohio State University and hopes to continue coaching.
- Mooskan Singhal--introduced by Gina VonVille her Service Learning/English teacher who described Mooskan’s role in the HHS model United Nations and her service at Hudson Hospice. Mooskan will enroll at The Ohio State University for pre-med/math.
If you would like to view the scholarship awards program, please check HCTV channel 1021 or YouTubeRotaryHudson.
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