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Jonah Vevoda-Moore, Spring 2020 Recipient

Jonah Vevoda-Moore, whose father attended HSU and is the event coordinator for CenterArts, is a freshman studying History. He grew up in Humboldt County and was a member of the German Honor Society at Arcata Elementary School. Jonah became fascinated with World War II history at a young age and this has inspired him to become a high school history teacher. He hopes to impart a love of history on his students. “Being able to pass on knowledge is the greatest gift that one human can bestow on another,” he says. In his free time, Jonah enjoys reading, playing video games, fishing, walking, and biking.

Samantha Doskocz, Spring 2020 Recipient

Samantha Doskocz is a junior studying Psychology and hopes to use her degree to help others. Her grandfather graduated from HSU in 1960 and was the first person in her family to go to college. Now Samantha will be the second person in her family to attend college. “Education is a privilege many of us take for granted. Once we have completed our studies and venture out using our achieved knowledge, we have a gift that will enable us to strive for and possibly obtain success and security with our goals,” she says.

Micah Chitraroff, Fall 2019 Recipient

Micah Chitraroff is a freshman majoring in Environmental Resources Engineering (ERE) and chose HSU because of the unique and diverse ecosystems that are so different from the ones in Riverside County where he grew up. He is excited about having classes in these environments.  Micah hopes earning an ERE degree will help him make a difference in the preservation and rehabilitation of the planet, something that is very important to him. In his spare time Micah enjoys reading and running as well as most outdoor sports and hobbies.

Aowyn Crailhardt, Fall 2019 Recipient

Aowyn Crailhardt is a sophomore double majoring in Business Administration and Economics. She believes environmental stewardship and social equity begin with responsible business management and dreams of becoming an entrepreneur who creates projects that are profitable, but also beneficial to the planet and global economy. Humboldt State has been an integral part of Aowyn’s life well before she became a student. As a young child, she went to Humboldt State’s Child Development Center while her mother attended classes at HSU. Aowyn has volunteered with several community service organizations including Food for People, Humboldt Roller Derby, Pastels on the Plaza, and Janes Creek Restoration Project.

Haylee Duey, Fall 2019 Recipient

Haylee Duey is a sophomore majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. She chose this major because she loves helping people budget their finances and save money. She hopes to go on to earn a Master’s in Business Administration from Humboldt State and become a financial planner. Haylee feels fortunate to grow up in Humboldt County and be able to stay local as she attends HSU. Outside of school Haylee works two part-time jobs and volunteers at the youth program she participated in when she was a child.

Hannah Thesell, Fall 2019 Recipient

Hannah Thesell is a freshman majoring in Sociology. She is excited to attend Humboldt State because she feels HSU shares her values of environmental consciousness and social justice. In high school, Hannah co-founded and served as president of her school’s Human Rights Club. She hopes to use her HSU education to fulfill her dream of serving in the Peace Corps. Hannah’s mother attended HSU and has been bringing her on trips to visit the campus since she was a little girl. Hannah feels these visits greatly contributed to her desire to attend Humboldt State.

Benicio Benavides-Garb, Fall 2019 Recipient

Benicio Benavides-Garb is a freshman majoring in International Studies and playing for HSU men’s soccer team. Benicio is interested in International Studies because of his fascination with the world and its diversity, as well as his desire to improve the quality of life for those within and beyond our human-made borders. He is excited to participate in the residency abroad program, which is a requirement of the International Studies Major. Benicio grew up in Humboldt County and went to McKinleyville High School.

Kenneth Michael Davis, Fall 2018 Recipient

Kenneth Michael Davis is a Business Administration major in his sophomore year. He was inspired to pursue this degree at HSU because his father earned the same degree in 1985. Kenneth feels his education at HSU has improved his leadership skills and helped him in the areas of communication, writing, marketing, accounting, computer systems, economics, finance, and management. “Overall HSU has been a wonderful experience for me. I have learned responsibility, compassion, and dedication. I look forward to graduating from Humboldt State University and am proud to call HSU my college.”

Katelyn Dendas, Fall 2018 Recipient

Katelyn Dendas is starting her freshman year at Humboldt State University and is excited to follow in the footsteps of her mom, dad, aunt, and uncle who all earned degrees from HSU. Katelyn plans to pursue a degree in Environmental Science & Management so she can make a positive impact on governmental policy in regards to preserving the environment.  “I plan to learn as much as I can at Humboldt State, so that I can share and use my knowledge to help my community and this planet we call earth.” Katelyn has also been signed to HSU softball and is very excited to be a part of the 2018 team.

Wade Ingersoll, Fall 2018 Recipient

Wade Ingersoll is a Biology Major entering his senior year. Wade was born and raised in Humboldt County and started his freshman year at HSU when his brother was in his senior year. “Humboldt State has always been a place that felt like home to me, from growing up here, to my childhood friends attending with me, to the faculty being so supportive and helpful.” Wade said he appreciates the time and effort his academic advisor put in to help him decide which degree to pursue.