University Of Montana Awards Prestigious Provost's, Dean's Scholarships

Missoula MT

14 June, 2022

7:49 AM

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Press release from University of Montana: June 10, 2022 MISSOULA – A talented group of first-year students will arrive at the University of Montana this fall as the Davidson Honors College Provost's Honors Scholars and Dean's Leadership Scholars. The scholarships are among the most prestigious awards for incoming students in UM's Davidson Honors College and significantly reduce the cost of attending UM. Provost's Honors Scholars are awarded to students around the nation based on academic performance, public service, leadership, personal qualities and potential for future impact. Based on the same criteria, Dean's Leadership Scholars are recognized for academic excellence, demonstrated leadership and potential. The students hail from Maryland to Arkansas to Alaska and will study a diversity of fields from wildlife biology to political science to art. DHC Dean Tim Nichols said this year's incoming students are accomplished scholars, athletes, artists and leaders in their schools and communities. "The exemplary academic records of this class are exceptional," Nichols said. "We are thrilled to welcome them to the Davidson Honors College, where they will be surrounded by other talented, motivated students for an elevated, enriched and enlivened UM education." The class of 2022 Provost's Honors Scholars are: ALASKA: Aveline Larroque is from Anchorage, Alaska. Larroque is a graduate of IDEA Homeschool and their goals are to earn a bachelor's degree in chemistry with a concentration in forensic chemistry and to work for the FBI as a special agent or analyst. Along with reading, Larroque's favorite activities include knitting, traveling and volunteering. ARKANSAS Elijah Caplan of Bentonville, Arkansas, is interested in studying environmental science and sustainability. Caplan is an avid outdoorsman and an Eagle Scout. He served as lodge chief for Westark Area Council's Order of the Arrow program (Scouting's national honor society). With his environmental science degree, Caplan hopes to assist in slowing human-induced climate change. ARIZONA Delia Schmidt of Litchfield, Arizona, is interested in studying the environment and sustainability at UM. She served as an officer in Canyon View High School's Interact, Key Club and National Honor Society, as well as the district secretary on Interact District 5495's statewide council. Schmidt helped start and build tradition at her school as part of its first graduating class and served in student government for three years. In her free time, she enjoys reading, attending concerts and spending time with her cats and dogs. IDAHO Julia Branen of Moscow, Idaho, is interested in studying psychology. Branen is a three-sport student-athlete and earned a spot at the state competition in both track and volleyball, as well as receiving the Outstanding Individual Scholastic Award. She was part of the National Honor Society and was selected for the College Board National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program. Branen said her two most memorable academic experiences are studying wildlife in Yellowstone National Park for a week during the summer with Ecology Project International and then traveling to China for two weeks to explore the culture and practice Chinese language skills. ILLINOIS Ethan Marshall from Aurora, Illinois, is interested in studying environmental science and sustainability. Marshall was a four-year varsity cross-country and track athlete, Illinois state scholar, outdoor enthusiast and music fan. This press release was produced by University of Montana. The views expressed here are the author's own.