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  • XAVIER SENIOR HONORS RECOGNITION 2021

    • Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from Principal Angela Olson

      Olson HeadshotSenior Honors Recognition has become one of Xavier’s most honored and cherished traditions.  This is an opportunity to recognize our Xavier seniors who have excelled in academics, spirituality, activities and service. 
       
      We applaud them for their outstanding achievement during their four years here and for their contributions to Xavier, to our community and to our world. 

  • XAVIER SPECIAL AWARDS

    • Light of the World: Samantha Robinson
      • The “Light of the World” award is Xavier’s highest honor, given to a student who has lived out his or her Baptismal calling for living an exemplary life of service and sacrifice with a strong Faith, and proudly lives that faith out daily in word and action.
    • City of God: Daniel Mulherin
      • This award recognizes active involvement in a parish. Parish involvement is so important to the spiritual climate of our school.  Because of that, each year Xavier High School gives an award to a student and a staff member who participate wholeheartedly in their parish.  Recipients are faith-filled individuals who understand that faith thrives in a community.

    • Hall of Fame: Rylee Beardsworth, Justin Korbel, Arnold Mutasingwa, Ethan Williams
      • The Xavier Hall of Fame Awards are presented to students who embody the spirit of a Xavier Saint. They demonstrate the qualities that our faculty, staff and community believe are important in the development of the total person in a Catholic environment. They are committed to their faith and demonstrate a tenacious approach to academics and activities. They understand the importance of relationships and the importance of service. They are dedicated to making their school, their community and their world a better place.

  • DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS

    • Spirit of a Saint Award: Maggie Conrad, Jaxon Rexroth
      • This award is presented to students demonstrating the qualities we value in all Saints:   a competitive spirit, a strong work ethic, a commitment to team and outstanding sportsmanship.

    • Male and Female Performers of the Year: Colin Battien, Keely Cookson
      • This award is for outstanding leadership, character and excellence in fine arts as voted by teachers and moderators in all fine art programs.

    • Male and Female Athletes of the Year: Jack Lux, Miyako Coffey
      • This award is for outstanding leadership, character and excellence in athletics as voted by head coaches in all sports.

    • Outstanding Xavier Ambassador Award: Keely Cookson
      • This award is presented to the student ambassador who have been an exemplary leader within the organization and represents Xavier in a positive light to the greater community.

    • Campus Ministry Student of the Year: Valerie Zeck
      • This award recognizes a senior student for their outstanding work in Campus Ministry.

    • XTRAS (Xavier Senior Student Tutors):

      Briona Charipar, Maggie Conrad, Kaitlin Hotchkiss, Nick Lara, Grace Zaugg
  • ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT AWARDS

    • The following students have been recognized by the faculty as outstanding leaders and academic contributors in their content areas:

      Art: Allison Talyat

      Vocal Music: Carlie Mauss

      Instrumental Music: Avery Arens

      Drama: Colin Battien

      Tom Good Business: Kathryn Burns

      English: Rylee Beardsworth

      Journalism: Kathryn Burns

      Fitness and Wellness: Jack Breitbach

      Pat Wade Mathematics: Justin Korbel

      Science: Joanne Lee

      Marie Trachta Social Studies: Hope Schulte

      Theology: Kya Loffswold

      World Language: Stephanie Allen

  • NON-DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS

    • Recognition of graduating International Student: Adam Sandhu


      Academic Awards

      Most Improved Grade Point Average: Reese Ohde

       
      President’s Award for Academic Excellence awarded to students who have at least a 3.5 Cumulative G.P.A on 4.0 scale and score a 28 in Math or 30 in Reading on the ACT:

       

      Joshua Barish, Colin Battien, Rylee Beardsworth, Dominic Bouffard, Britt Bowersox, Jack Breitbach, Natalie Brown, Kaitlyn Buenzow, Maggie Conrad, Riley Cornelius, Samuel Cox, Luke Huiskamp, Isabelle Jorgenson, William Kettelkamp, Jackson Kilburg, Justin Korbel, Nicholas Kramer, Joanne Lee, Nicholas Lemke, Lucas Lowder, Griffin Maloney, Arnold Mutasingwa, Joseph Parker, Jaxon Rexroth, Anna Schenkel, Matthew Schmit, Elizabeth Schmitt, Hope Schulte, Abigail Sherman, Ethan Shimak, Kaitlyn Steffen, Allison Talyat, Brynn Teeling, Ivan Thomas, Nicholas Tobin, John Trotta, Samuel Tvedt, Karly Weiss, Tyler Wilken
       
      State of Iowa Seal of Biliteracy for proficiency in two or more languages :

      Stephanie Allen, Maggie Conrad, Hank Esker, Justin Korbel, Anna Schenkel

      State of Iowa Seal of Biliteracy for proficiency in two or more languages and Global Seal of Biliteracy 
      for functional fluency in two or more languages :

      Joshua Barish, Rylee Beardsworth, Dominic Bouffard, Keely Cookson, Joanne Lee, Carlie Mauss, Arnold Mutasingwa, Samantha Robinson, Virginia Russell, Kaitlyn Steffen, Nicholas Tobin

      Xavier Special Leadership Awards recognizing students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership: 
      Carlie Mauss, Nicholas Mautino, Anna Schenkel, Nicholas Tobin, Elyse Winter, Grace Zaugg

      Xavier Special Service Awards recognizing students who have demonstrated outstanding service to Xavier High School: 
      Jack Delaney, Isabella Eipert, Isabelle Jorgensen, Jackson Kilburg, Ella Winter

  • AWARDS AND RECOGNITION FROM OUTSIDE OF XAVIER

    • Mississippi Valley Blood Center IMPACT Award: Riley Cornelius, Jacqueline Oberfoell
      • This award recognizes students who have donated one gallon of blood or supported and served blood drives in their community. Recipients are making a difference, one donation at a time!
    • Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Scholars: Kaitlyn Buenzow, Kaitlin Hotchkiss, Ella Kluesner, Eve Magill, Jazmine Yamilkoski
      • Each year in honor of a “fan of the game,” the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union provides schools who qualify for the state tournament a stipend to be used to assist students in their post-secondary education.  We recognize these outstanding female student-athletes for their commitment to their Xavier athletic programs.

    • Bernie Saggau Award: Nicholas Lemke
      • This award was established in honor of the long-time head administrator of the Iowa High School Athletic Association, Mr. Bernie Saggau. Presented to a graduating student who best exemplifies a patriotic spirit, with strong religious beliefs and moral convictions, living and professing the qualities of honesty, integrity, and sportsmanship and believing both games and life should be conducted by the rules.  

    • Monsignor Chihak Scholarship: Jon Stokesberry-Wendland, Valerie Zeck
      • The Monsignor Anthony W. Chihak academic scholarship is awarded by the Cadets of St. George Branch W45 FCSLA of St. Wenceslaus Parish.  Monsignor Chihak was a longtime pastor at St. Wenceslaus and a staunch supporter of higher education.

    • Larry and Claire Sharp Scholarship: Samantha Robinson
      • Larry and Claire Sharp are longtime supporters of Catholic Education in Cedar Rapids.  Their children are graduates of LaSalle High School and their grandchildren are graduates of Xavier.  This scholarship is given to a St. Jude parishioner who has demonstrated a strong work ethic, leadership, good character and strong community involvement during their time at Xavier.

    • Viva Para Aprender Scholarship: Virgina Russell
      • The Viva Para Aprender Scholarship is an award for excellent work during four years of Spanish Language study.  A former graduate of Regis High School created this scholarship because he wanted to give something back to the school for all it had given him.
    • Heidi Brown DWTS Scholarship: Stephanie Allen, Matthew Schmit
      • Heidi Brown is a long time supporter of Xavier High School and Chair of Xavier’s Dancing With the Saints fundraiser.  This scholarship, organized in her honor by previous celebrity dancers, recognizes two students who exhibit the traits of the parents and community members who have danced for DWTS.  They have helped to make Xavier a better place while stretching themselves beyond their comfort zone.

    • Iowa State Bar Association: Hank Esker, Hope Schulte
      • The Iowa State Bar Association and The Iowa State Bar Foundation, as well as the Linn County Bar Association, present The Iowa State Bar Association American Citizenship Award to two members of this year’s graduating class.

        This lawyer-sponsored award is presented annually to the students who, in the opinion of the faculty and administration, have best demonstrated a knowledge and understanding of the principles and possess outstanding qualities of American Citizenship.

        The recipients are serious students who have been an active worker and leader in approved student activities, reliable and upstanding citizens, broadening the base of knowledge and experience through informal education in a sensible balance with formal studies.

        The vital importance of the continual observance of the law by each of us should include the observance of honesty and morality and trustworthiness.

    • Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Outstanding Leader Award: Rylee Beardsworth
      • The Community Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes student achievements and supports deserving students. The recipient is recognized for outstanding leadership.

    • Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation College Opportunity: Jack Ward
      • The Community Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes student achievements and supports deserving students. The recipient is recognized for dedicated career plans.

    • Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Kalous Opportunity: Colin Battien
      • The Community Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes student achievements and supports deserving students. The recipient is recognized for dedicated career plans.

    • Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Merveaux Award for Academic Excellence: Kaitlyn Steffen
      • The Community Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes student achievements and supports deserving students. The recipient is recognized for outstanding academic achievement.

    • Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Glidden Community Service: Justin Korbel
      • The Community Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes student achievements and supports deserving students. The recipient is recognized for outstanding community service.

    • Knights of Columbus 909 Scholarship: Nicholas Kramer, Luke Potter
      • The Knights of Columbus 909 Scholarship was conceived in 1984 to recognize students who, by a combination of effort, cheerfulness, and willingness to participate, best exemplify the spirit of Xavier High School. 

    • Tim O'Brien Business Professionals of America Scholarship: Rylee Beardsworth
      • This scholarship was established by students in families upon retirement of business teacher Mr. Tim O’Brien. Mr. O’Brien worked tirelessly to promote the success of his students both in class and through Business Professionals of America. His faith and his students were of utmost importance to him. In his honor a scholarship has been established to be given to a student who exemplifies Christlike values, is a member of BPA with success both at the state and national level. 

  • MEMORIAL AWARDS

    • Nik Jiruska Memorial Scholarships: Britt Bowersox, Amber Latteyer
      • This memorial scholarships are in honor of 2011 Xavier graduate, Business and BPA student, Nik Jiruska.  Nik battled Ewings Sarcoma, a rare cancer that took his life.

        Nik attended the University of Iowa where he studied business and finance.  Unfortunately, Nik was not given enough time in life to enjoy his complete senior year at Iowa but was awarded a Posthumous Certificate of his Academic Achievement from Tippie College of Business. He had a very fine college career, and his family attributes much of his success to his wonderful friends and the education he received at Xavier High School.
    • Mary Breitbach Anton Memorial Scholarship: Virginia Russell
      • The Breitbach family is honored to give a scholarship in memory of their aunt, Mary Breitbach Anton. The recipient of this award is someone who is kind, caring, enthusiastic, hardworking, and constantly lives life to its fullest potential. These are the qualities that Mary believed in strongly and embodied everyday, making her simply the best. She believed in the importance of Catholic education and the community that surrounds it. The recipient of this award shares these character-defining qualities and it is evident to their families, friends, and community.  
    • Dorothy McGrath “Sky’s The Limit” Scholarship: Keely Cookson
      • The Dorothy McGrath, “The Sky’s the Limit” Scholarship is a service based scholarship that was established by the McGrath family in memory of their mother, Dorothy McGrath who passed away in 1997 of cancer.  “The Sky’s the Limit” is a family motto that embraces the idea that simply means you can accomplish anything you set your heart to.  The criteria for this scholarship is based on a student’s involvement in service to others in the form of volunteering within their community, church or school.  These are things Mrs. McGrath strived to accomplish within her lifetime.
    • Mitchell McWhinney “Carpe Diem” Memorial Scholarship: Brynn Teeling
      • Mitch McWhinney, youngest son of Dr. and Mrs. Kay McWhinney was a ninth grade student at Regis High School when he died in April of 1991. 

        We cannot imagine the pain and suffering the family endured at that time.  But for the love of the Regis faculty, students and Catholic community, they were able to survive the tragedy.

        The McWhinney family has tried to reciprocate the love of the faculty, the school and the students by awarding a scholarship which is called the Mitch McWhinney Carpe Diem Award to a student who displays the qualities of Integrity, Honesty and Gratitude.  One who displays spirituality at home and at school and is active in school and church.  One who has perseverance in life – to never give up.  In other words, to “seize the day!”

        These are the qualities the McWhinneys would have wished from Mitch.  They challenge all of you seniors and other Saints, to display those same qualities.

    • Joseph Negro Memorial Scholarship: Jack Goldsmith
      • Joe Negro, son of John and Donna Negro tragically passed away in 1999, just one year after graduating from Regis High School.

        Joe Negro was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. This young man always had a smile on his face, no matter what was going on in his life. He would always spread joy wherever he went, and he was actively involved at Regis High School. Joe had something that couldn’t be measured by numbers and figures - he had heart. He put his heart and soul into everything he was passionate about, and everyone he loved. He was a positive influence in the lives of so many people, and this award represents a fragment of what a wonderful, well-rounded, caring person he was. Albert Einstein said it best when he said, “Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.” We should all strive to emulate the positive, upbeat, and generous attitude of this former Jaguar and Royal,  Joe Negro.
    • Kevin Sterenchuck Memorial Award: Kya Loffswold
      • Kevin Sterenchuck was a dedicated member of the women’s basketball coaching staff.  He valued faith, family and was an eternal optimist. Kevin passed away too soon and this award serves to recognize his dedication.  The young woman who is honored with this award possesses all of the same values that Kevin demonstrated.
    • Nicole Thing Memorial Award: Rachel Burke
      • As a member of the Xavier Class of 2013, Nicole was involved in drama, photography, and Speech – making it to state with the TV News crew in her sophomore year.

        Nicole was the kind of person who can be quiet in the background, yet very encouraging, supportive, and giving where it counts. She got along well with others and listened to their troubles, putting them first and always with a smile. She often picked up the slack and cheerfully led by example.
         
        Using gifts made in her name, this memorial was created to honor Nicole by choosing someone in Speech here at Xavier, encouraging him or her to continue speaking up, reaching out, and making a change. This person embodies Nicole in spirit – supportive, loyal, welcoming, willing to step up, and leading by example. Simply put, Nicole believed in the importance of being a friend.
    • Jean Waldron Memorial “Caring and Sharing” Scholarship: Jack Lux
      • The Jean Waldron “Caring and Sharing” Award is named in honor of Jean Waldron, an ardent supporter of Catholic education.  Jean always gave freely of her time and energy to help others, listen to others and to make the world a much better place.  Jean fought cancer bravely before passing away in 1999.  Her husband Denny and their children Darcy, Mindy, Grady and Dolin established this memorial scholarship in her honor.  It is awarded to a member of a west side parish who gives freely of his/her time to help others.
    • Clayton Schnoebelen Memorial Scholarship: Nicholas Kramer
      • The Clayton Schnoebelen Memorial Male Student-Athlete Scholarship was established by Mark Kramer and Dr. Diane Schnoebelen-Kramer.  Clayton passed away on April 30, 2016, at the age of 89.  His grandson, 2008 alumni Derek Kramer, was a student athlete at Xavier who went on to compete at the University of Northern Iowa where he earned Division 1 All American Honors.  One of Clayton’s greatest joys was watching his grandchildren compete, and he missed few, if any, of their competitions. 

        This scholarship is given to a male student-athlete who participated in football, basketball, track, or baseball.  The student-athlete selected must be hard working, show perseverance, dedication, enthusiasm, leadership, and integrity, exhibit high character, and academic excellence.  This recipient must attend a community college or four-year institution.

    • William Richmond Memorial Scholarship: Nicholas Lemke
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        This scholarship award is in honor of William Everette Richmond, son of Mark and Jaclyn Richmond. Will passed away in 2016, but not before touching the hearts of many. He was a beacon of light proving that every life matters and that you can learn something from everyone you meet; regardless of age, intellect or ability. He will always be considered a Xavier Saint to his family, as he carried out the single most important thing we do at Xavier…he celebrated Mass with us.

        This award is for a male student who portrays all of the qualities that Will’s family dreamed he would possess if he were able to walk the halls of Xavier. He tries his best in each of his endeavors, walks strong in his faith while encouraging others to do the same, and he leaves everyone he meets just a little bit more joyful. Much like Will, this student has the ability to make you feel as if you are in the presence of God each time you are with him. He is sincere, he is genuine, and he leads others to walk deeper in their faith.

    • Jim Merfeld Future Engineer Memorial Scholarship: Elizabeth Schmitt
      • This memorial scholarship is in honor of Jim Merfeld, a 1973 graduate of Regis High School. This award is for a student planning to attend a college or university, majoring in engineering and held in high regard by Xavier science and math teachers. 

    • Beverly Richardson Future Engineer Scholarship: Will Corrigan
      • This memorial was established by Donald Palmer, in honor of his sister Beverly Richardson. Donald was an engineer grateful for the opportunity granted him to attend college and seeking to encourage other future engineers to do the same. This award is for a student planning to attend a college or university to major in engineering

    • Doug Stulken Memorial Scholarship: Arnold Mutasingwa
      • This memorial scholarship was established by Karen Stulken in honor of her husband Doug. He was an avid Xavier supporter, especially of his children and their activities. After Ashley graduated in 2013 and Ryan in 2016, Doug continued to volunteer on the sidelines with the Xavier football team. He was known for his love of sports and helping others. This award is for a graduating senior who is actively involved in activities at Xavier and will continue their athletic career as well as having a helpful spirit towards others.

  • ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP RECOGNITION

    • In addition to these special awards, members of the Class of 2021

      have earned scholarships and awards

      from colleges, universities and foundations.

       

      The four year combined total of scholarships
      offered to the Class of 2021 is
      over $10.2 million.

       

      CONGRATULATIONS!

    • Stephanie Allen
      • Komensky Society Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Meistersinger Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Regent's Scholarship
      Allison Andrews
      • Coe College Impact Award
      Avery Arens
      • Drake University Fine Arts Scholarship
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • Loras College Early Accept Award
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Raphael Scholarship
      • University of Iowa School of Music Scholarship
      Colin Battien
      • Luther College Dean's Scholarship
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Weston Noble Music Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Impact Award
      Rylee Beardsworth
      • Creighton University Magis Award
      • Drake University Engaged Citizen Corps Scholarship
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • Drake University Trustee Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Liberal Arts & Sciences Excellence Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Loyal Scholar
      • Kiwanis/ Key Club Scholarship
      • University of Connecticut Academic Excellence Scholarship
      • University of Iowa Old Gold Scholarship
      Blake Bohon
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Track Scholarship
      Dominic Bouffard
      • Cornell College Iowa Promise Scholarship
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • DePaul University Dean's Scholarship
      • Drake University Music Scholarship
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • Elmhurst University Dean's Scholarship
      • Elmhurst University Early Action Scholarship
      • Elmhurst University Neibuhr Service to Society Grant
      • Elmhurst University Out of State Grant
      • Loras College Early Accept Award
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Bernard Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Martin De Porres Award
      • Loyola University Loyola Scholarship
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Diversity Enrichment Scholarship
      • Luther College President's Scholarship
      • Miami University RedHawk Excellence Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Catholic Education Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Distinguished Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Instrumental Music Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Visit Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • University of Iowa Advantage Iowa Award
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Impact Award
      • University of Northern Iowa UNIfying Students Through Excellence & Diversity Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Academic Visit Day Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Legacy Award
      • Wartburg College Regent's Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Scholarship Day Award
      Britt Bowersox
      • National Council on Youth Leadership Ambassador Leadership Award
      • University of Colorado Boulder David & Margaret Grohne Education Scholarship
      Natalie Brown
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      Kaitlyn Buenzow
      • Cedar Rapids USBC Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Barbara John Odegaard & Alf T. Odegaard Scholarship
      Ava Burke
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • Mount Mercy University Academic Scholarship
      Rachel Burke
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Bernard Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Catherine Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Catholic Education Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Dean's Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Scholarship Day Award
      • Mt. Mercy University Visit Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Vocal Music Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      Kathryn Burns
      • Hills Bank & Trust Leadership Grant
      • Knights of Columbus Council 15921 Senior High School Scholarship Award
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      Myles Butkowski
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      • University of Oregon Minds Move Mountains Scholarship
      Nicole Cannon
      • Grand Canyon University Select Scholarship
      Briona Charipar
      • Winona State University Non-Resident Scholarship
      • Winona State University President's Honor Scholarship
      Miyako Coffey
      • Hope College Heritage Award
      • Hope College Presidential Scholarship
      • Hope College Road to Hope Award
      • North Central College Dean's Scholarship
      Maggie Conrad
      • Augustana University Presidential Scholarship
      • Indiana State University Academic Excellence Scholarship
      • Indiana State University Incentive Scholarship
      • Kiwanis/Key Club Scholarship
      • Tennessee Technological University Soaring Eagle Scholarship
      • Tennessee Technological University Women's Soccer Scholarship
      • University of Illinois Lincoln Scholar Award
      • Valparaiso University Nursing & Health Professions Distinguished Scholarship
      • Valparaiso University Presidential Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Regent's Scholarship
      Keely Cookson
      • Grand View University Presidential Scholarship
      Riley Cornelius
      • Marquette University Pere Marquette Scholarship
      • Oregon State University Provost Scholarship
      • University of Wyoming Brown & Gold Commitment
      Will Corrigan
      • Iowa State University Dept. of Industrial & Manufacturing Systems Engineering Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Engineering Merit Scholarship
      Samuel Cox
      • University of Iowa Kwo Tseng Lee Scholarship
      • University of Iowa-Iowa Scholars Award
      Jack Delaney
      • University of Iowa Department of Dance Murphy Scholarship
      Isabella Eipert
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      Hank Esker
      • Iowa State University Engineering Merit Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      Deisy Flynn
      • Coe College Legacy Scholarship
      • Coe College Impact Award
      • Coe College Iowa Kohawk Award
      • Coe College Trustee Scholarship
      • Creighton University Award
      • DePaul University St. Vincent DePaul Scholarship
      • Loyola University Dean's Scholarship
      • Rockhurst University Knapp Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Regent's Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Scholarship Day Award
      Katy Garrison
      • William Jewel College Trustee's Scholarship
      • William Jewel College Volleyball Scholarship
      Arwen Gilbert
      • Grand Canyon University Antelope Scholarship
      • Grand Canyon University Christian Schools Consortium Award
      • Grand Canyon University Priority Registration Award
      Jack Goldsmith
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • Loras College Early Accept Award
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Raphael Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      Alex Herting
      • University of Iowa Engineering Merit Scholarship
      • University of Wisconsin Platteville Merit Scholarship
      • University of Wisconsin Platteville TSI Incentive Award
      Kaitlin Hotchkiss
      • Mt. Mercy University Distinguished Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Scholarship Day Award
      • Mt. Mercy University Women's Golf Scholarship
      Luke Huiskamp
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Cecilia Music Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Raphael Scholarship
      Chase Janssen
      • Coe College Impact Award
      • Coe College Iowa Kohawk Award
      • Coe College Legacy Scholarship
      • Coe College Trustee Scholarship
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • Cedar Rapids Area Assoc. of Realtors Scholarship
      Blake Kellison
      • Kirkwood Community College Leaders for Tomorrow Scholarship
      William Kettelkamp
      • Cornell College Iowa Promise Scholarship
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      Lily Kisling
      • TFS Making Life Easier Scholarship
      Kelsey Koberg
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Women's Volleyball Scholarship
      Justin Korbel
      • Iowa State University Loyal Scholar
      • Iowa State University National Merit Finalist-Full Tuition Scholarship
      • Michigan Technological University Leading Scholar Award
      • Michigan Technological University Platinum Level of the National Scholars Award
      • National Merit Raytheon Scholarship
    • Nicholas Kramer
      • Grand View University Football Scholarship
      • Grand View University Presidential Scholarship
      Joanne Lee
      • National Council on Youth Leadership Jamie Harder Female Youth Leader of the Year
      • National Merit Finalist Scholarship
      • University of Iowa Flagship Award
      • University of Pittsburgh Academic Scholarship
      • University of Rochester Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Scholarship
      Nicholas Lemke
      • Coe College Impact Award
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      Kya Loffswold
      • Edgewood College Award
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Founders Scholarship
      • Viterbo University President's Scholarship
      Lucas Lowder
      • Arizona State University New American University Non-resident Provost's Award
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • National Council on Youth Leadership Whalen Family Leadership Scholarship
      • University of Miami School of Architecture Scholarship
      Jack Lux
      • Iowa Wesleyan University Baseball Scholarship
      • Kirkwood Community College Jamie Lynn Harder Memorial Scholarship
      Eve Magill
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • Creighton University Volleyball Scholarship
      Griffin Maloney
      • Cornell College Iowa Promise Scholarship
      • Cornerstone University Chancellor's Scholarship
      • Drury University Presidential Scholarship
      • Lawrence Technological University National Blue Devil Scholarship
      • Missouri University of Science & Technology Groundbreaker Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Baseball Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Catholic Education Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Legacy Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Presidential Scholarship
      Carlie Mauss
      • Alliant Energy Children of Employees Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • Robins Civic Club Scholarship
      Nicholas Mautino
      • University of Iowa-Iowa Scholars Award
      • University of Minnesota National Scholarship
      • University of Minnesota Presidential Scholarship
      Mary Morrow
      • Iowa State University College of Business Dean's Excellence Scholarship
      Daniel Mulherin
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Clare Scholarship
      Arnold Mutasingwa
      • Loyola University Chicago Damen Scholarship
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Diversity Enrichment Scholarship
      • Luther College Founders Scholarship
      • Luther College Norse Referral Scholarship
      • Xavier University Presidential Scholarship
      Lincoln Oakley
      • Iowa Second District American Legion Auxiliary Merit Award
      • Optimist Club of Cedar Rapids Youth Scholarship
      • Cedar Rapids Area Assoc. of Realtors Scholarship
      Jacqueline Oberfoell
      • Ingredion Educational Scholarship
      Reese Ohde
      • Kirkwood Community College Leaders for Tomorrow Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      Kennedy Oleson
      • Norwich University Trustee Scholarship
      • University of Northern Georgia Army ROTC Scholarship
      • University of Northern Georgia Leadership Scholarship
      Gabriel Olson
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Marching Band Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Music Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      • Wartburg College Legacy Award
      • Wartburg College Meistersinger Music Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Scholarship Day Award
      • Wartburg Presidential Scholarship
      Joseph Parker
      • Iowa State University Engineering Merit Scholarship
      Jaxon Rexroth
      • University of Iowa-Iowa Scholars Award
      Samantha Robinson
      • Augustana College Dean's Scholarship
      • Augustana Visit & Early Filers Award
      • St. Ambrose University Academic Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Impact Award
      • University of Northern Iowa Presidential Scholarship
      Virginia Russell
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Founders Scholarship
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      • University of Missouri Early Scholarship
      Anna Schenkel
      • Syracuse University Leadership Scholar
      • University of Hawaii Monoa Presidential Scholar Award
      Matthew Schmit
      • Creighton University Magis Award
      • Creighton University Shaffel Award
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College Founders Scholarship
      Elizabeth Schmitt
      • Iowa State University Engineering Merit Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      Rachel Schneider
      • Columbia College Chicago Dean's Scholarship
      Ren Schroud
      • Mt. Mercy University Catholic Education Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Collegiate Award
      • Mt. Mercy University Men's Soccer Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Visit Scholarship
      Hope Schulte
      • Loras College St. Catherine Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Joseph Scholarship
      • University of Iowa-Iowa Scholars Award
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Impact Award
      • University of Northern Iowa SBS Scholarship
      Caelen Shannon
      • Iowa Wesleyan University Wrestling Scholarship
      • St. Ambrose University Wrestling Scholarship
      Abigail Sherman
      • Creighton University Founders Award
      • Drake University Pharmacy Hero Scholarship
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • University of Iowa Pentacrest Award
      Ethan Shimak
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • University of Iowa Old Gold Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Regent's Scholarship
      Kaitlyn Steffen
      • University of Iowa Old Gold Scholarship
      Allison Talyat
      • University of Iowa AIB College of Business Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Business Scholar's Award
      Ivan Thomas
      • Army ROTC: National Army Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship
      • Coe College Impact Award
      • Coe College Iowa Kohawk Award
      • Coe College Trustee Scholarship
      • Iowa State University Forever Scholar
      • Navy ROTC: National Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship
      • United States Naval Academy Appointment
      Nicholas Tobin
      • Creighton University Tuition Exchange Program Scholarship
      John Trotta
      • Rotary West/Kirkwood Scholarship
      Ethan Tursi
      • Loras College Early Accept Award
      • Loras College Endowed Award
      • Loras College St. Bernard Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Catholic Education Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Distinguished Scholarship
      • Mt. Mercy University Legacy Scholarship
      • University of Northern Iowa Panther Success Award
      Samuel Tvedt
      • Cornell College Iowa Promise Scholarship
      • Luther College Distinction Scholarship
      • Luther College President's Scholarship
      • Simpson College Honor Scholarship
      Jack Ward 
      • Cedar Rapids Area Assoc. of Realtors Scholarship
      ​​​​​​​Liliya Ward 
      • Ave Maria University Academic Scholarship
      • Ave Maria University Operation 500 Scholarship
      • Ave Maria University Visit Award
      • Ave Maria University Women's Soccer Scholarship
      Karly Weiss
      • Loras College Civic Leaders Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Catherine Scholarship
      • Loras College St. Joseph Scholarship
      Tyler Wilken
      • Coe College Impact Award
      • Coe College Iowa Kohawk Award
      • Coe College Trustee Scholarship
      • Upper Iowa University Presidential Scholarship
      • Wartburg College Award
      • Wartburg College Presidential Scholarship
      • Winona State University President's Honor Scholarship
      Ethan Williams
      • Drake University Presidential Scholarship
      • National Council on Youth Leadership Ambassador Leadership Award
      Ella Winter
      • South Dakota State University Yellow & Blue Scholarship
      Elyse Winter
      • South Dakota State University Women's Volleyball Scholarship
      Jazmine Yamilkoski
      • Tennessee Technoligical University Volleyball Scholarship
      Grace Zaugg
      • Colorado State University Green & Gold Scholarship
      • East Central Iowa REC Scholarship
      • Cedar Rapids Area Assoc. of Realtors Scholarship
      Samantha Zearley
      • University of Dubuque Honors Scholarship

       

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