2017 Scholarship Awardees Thank You’s
Dear Alumni Association,
I am writing you to thank you for renewing my Galbreath Scholarship. Your generosity and continued support means more to me and my family than you will ever know. I look forward to seeing you all at the upcoming All School Reunion. Again, thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Spencer Weglin
WSHS Class of 2012
Ross & Viola Galbreath Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for the continuation of my Galbreath Scholarship. Your financial support has made a profound impact on my life; without your aid, I would not be a Chemical Engineering student at the UW. My education has provided me with wonderful opportunities in this past year. For instance, I started researching thin film solar cells and I get to use state of the art technology and processes, such as a scanning electron microscope, to do so. I also started working on expanding a water system for a remote town in Nicaragua through the student club Engineers without Borders. These experiences and so much more, are memories I will cherish forever and they never could have happened without your support.
Being able to go through college without financial stress is the best gift anyone has ever given me. Thank you so much. I promise to keep working hard and do WSHS proud. From the bottom of my heart, I thank the Alumni Association and the Galbreath family. I am forever indebted and can’t wait to pay it back to the WSHS Alumni Asociation.
Thank you,
Annalisa Ursino
WSHS Class of 2015
Ross & Viola Galbreath Scholarship
To the Alumni,
Your continued support means the world to me and to my family. This past year has had it’s ups and downs, but a constant throughout has been the knowledge that if I continue to persevere, to become a better and harder working person, I will have the backing of the Alumni as I do so.
This support means everything. At the halfway point of my undergraduate career, I look back and realize I may not have gotten to this point were it not for the Alumni. The Galbreath scholarship is a motivator, that much is assured; but what the money represents, the knowledge there are people invested in my education is just as significant and a feeling I know I am surely blessed to have.
So once again I thank the Alumni for everything. It is truly appreciated and will not ever be forgotten.
Sincerely,
Ned Sander
WSHS Class of 2015
Ross & Viola Galbreath Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you for awarding me the Ross & Viola Galbreath Scholarship for the 2017-2018 school year. Your sponsorship has allowed me to reach my full potential while attending the University of Washington.
Throughout my second year at school I’ve realized the importance of community. As this school year comes to a close, I’m even more amazed by and thankful for the care and effort the Alumni Association puts into supporting our Alma Mater. I feel so proud to be a part of such a generous, thoughtful and vibrant group. This pride pushes me to consider how I may help those around me, just as the Association has for me and my peers.
As I continue with my studies I will draw inspiration and motivation from the example you all have set. I feel honored to be supported in my endeavors by the West Seattle Alumni Community. Thank you.
Sincerely,
August Carow
WSHS Class of 2015
Ross & Viola Galbreath Scholarship
Dear Alumni Association,
My freshman year at the University of Washington has proven to be more interesting and challenging than I could have ever predicted. Throughout my time there I have discovered many things about myself and have grown a tremendous amount. I have experienced stress that I have never felt before, made friends from around the world and learned many things about myself I never would have discovered if I had not been subjected to university life. I want to say thank you to all who have supported me in my endeavors and allowed me this opportunity. Without your help, I would not have this chance to better myself as a human being and mold myself into the man I want to become. The generosity of the Alumni Association of West Seattle High School shall forever receive my undying gratitude. Thank you all for what you have done for me.
Sincerely,
Donovan Irving
WSHS Class of 2016
WSHS Alumni Association Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
It is an honor to have been selected as a recipient of the Herb Smith Mathematics Scholarship the Linkous Foundation Scholarship and the Alf & Ruth Larsen Scholarship and I am sincerely thankful. With these scholarships, I will be able to attend the college that I have always wanted to attend, the University of Washington. At the University of Washington, I am planning to advance in mathematics and enter an engineering program. I am truly grateful to the Alumni Association for helping me pursue the career path that I have always wanted. I can’t thank the Alumni Association enough for paving my way to success.
Thank you,
Michaela Coontz
WSHS Class of 2017
Herb Smith Mathematics Scholarship
Linkous Foundation Scholarship
Alf & Ruth Larsen Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
I am writing to thank you for awarding me, very generously, the Clarence & Margaret Duke-Rader Scholarship. I was so grateful you selected me I actually cried when I opened the letter. This scholarship means so much to me.
I will be attending Washington State University in the fall of 2017. I am not sure what I want to major in yet, but I think it will be something in the Liberal Arts field. Thanks to the Association, I will get the opportunity to explore my interests and really figure out what I want to do.
By awarding me the Duke-Rader Scholarship I am able to afford my first year of college, which is an amazing gift. This will help me pursue my goals and be productive without having to worry about finances. Thank you so much for your help and I hope to make the most out of this opportunity.
Thanks,
Brynn Snodgrass
WSHS Class of 2017
Clarence & Margaret Duke Rader Scholarship
Dear Alumni Association,
I wanted to express my gratitude for the scholarship given to me. With your help, I will be able to further my education. I appreciate your generosity and will forever be thankful for the scholarship! Thank you so much. The Alumni Association is amazing!
Connor Elder
WSHS Class of 2017
Clarence & Margaret Duke-Rader Music Scholarship
Dear West Seattle Alumni Scholarship Committee,
Thank you for granting me the generous scholarship that will help me succeed in my future goals. Attending Western Washington University will be a demanding experience, but with the help of this scholarship, the stress from the financial burdens will be lessened. This award means a great deal to me because I have aspirations to become a pediatrician, which will require several years of schooling and with this scholarship my goal is more achievable. I appreciate that your program helps fellow West Seattle graduates with their futures; you are truly making a difference and paving the way for West Seattle alumni to have successful careers.
I cannot explain how thankful I am for your generosity; this money is going to a student who will make the most of every penny. I set goals and work hard to achieve them. When I have a successful career, I will remember those who have encouraged me along the way. I aspire to help by giving back to the West Seattle community as you have and truly making a difference in a student’s life.
Thank you,
Madison Brodahl
WSHS Class of 2017
Patricia Feldman Noyes Women in Science Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
I am honored to be the recipient of the Patricia Feldman Noyes Women in Science Scholarship. I am so grateful to be a part of her legacy. I look forward to attending the University of Washington, upholding both her ideals and those of the Alumni Association.
For the past few months, I have been worried about my future. I chose to attend the University of Washington because I wanted to push myself. I knew my other options were easier and less expensive, but I chose the UW. Thanks to the generosity of the Alumni Association, I will be able to pursue an education at my chosen school, an education I would not have been able to afford otherwise.
Thank you for what you have given me. I hope I will make the Alumni proud.
Sincerely,
Suscha Walker
WSHS Class of 2017
Patricia Feldman Noyes Women in Science Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for awarding me the WSHS Alumni Scholarship. This is a blessing for me and my family. This allows me to focus on my academics without having to worry so much about tuition. I aim to study software engineering at the University of Washington. Once I build a career for myself, I plan to give back to the WSHS Alumni Association so I can help other deserving students. I truly appreciate everything that the WSHS Alumni Association does and thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely,
Chris Picinich
WSHS Class of 2017
WSHS Alumni Association Scholarship
Dear West Seattle High School Alumni Association,
Thank you for choosing me as a recipient of the West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship; I am very honored. I will be putting the scholarship towards my tuition at Western Washington University where I have committed to attending in the fall. As I further my education I intend on Majoring in psychology with a minor in sociology. I hope to become either a pediatric pain psychologist or a pediatric care advocate. Again, thank you for choosing me to receive this scholarship.
Riley Fredricks
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for the scholarship; I am honored to receive it. My family and I are very appreciative as it will be beneficial in helping cover the costs of college. I am looking forward to attending Seattle Pacific University this fall as I pursue my nursing degree. It was a pleasure meeting you all and I look forward to seeing you at the All School Reunion and Senior Awards Night.
Thank you again,
Kate Veenhuizen
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni,
I was awarded the Class of 1966 Scholarship and the Jim Finnie Scholarship. From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you. These scholarships will open the doors for many opportunities in my future. It will allow me access to a higher education; letting me pursue my dreams and become the person I want to be. These scholarships mean the world to me and my family. The money you have provided us will make it so my parents will be able to live without a heavy debt over their heads in their retirement years. It also allows my younger brother to have more options when it comes time for him to choose a college. I also must express my immense respect of the selflessness of your organization. Your hours of volunteering and donations have truly touched the lives of countless other WSHS students over the years. I am honored to join that group of recipients.
Thank you,
Alyx Hastings
WSHS Class of 2017
Class of 1966 Scholarship & Jim Finnie Scholarship
Dear Alumni Association,
My family and I are very humbled and thankful for your awarding to me such a generous scholarship. I am honored to not only be a recipient of this award, but also a student and product of West Seattle High School. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time and educational career at West Seattle High. The teachers, curriculum, community and friends that I’ve made here have nurtured and supported me on my pathway to achieving success.
Over the past four years, I’ve developed a strong passion for science and technology and I hope to major in mechanical engineering in college. I am very excited to be attending the University of Washington this fall. Being awarded this scholarship is a tremendous aid to my family and me.
Once again, thank you for the recognition and this wonderful award, which will help me achieve my academic goals.
Sincerely,
Gian Savvides
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you for the amazing scholarship. This award will help me pursue my dreams of a career in science.
Thank you again for believing in me. I will make you proud.
Sincerely,
Jason Jonson
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for this incredible award. I am very honored and humbled to accept your scholarship.
Your generosity will help me to realize my goal to study business at the University of Oregon in September.
Thank you for trusting me with this gift. I won’t let you down.
Sincerely,
Quinn Gerberding
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
Dear WSHS Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for helping me achieve my dreams and helping me pay for college. I am so proud to be a part of the West Seattle community. It is an honor to be a part of a community that believes in its youth and it will be my honor to do the same when I graduate!
Thank you once again for your monumental generosity.
Logan Schiller
WSHS Class of 2017
West Seattle High School Alumni Scholarship
