Wilson Scholarships awarded

Jamestown College has awarded the prestigious, full tuition Wilson Scholarship to two high school seniors.

Destiny Winkler, Valley City, and Michael Anderson, Morris, Minn., were selected among students participating in an on-campus interview, essay and examination process in November. Another Wilson Scholarship session will be held in February.

The Wilson Scholarship provides full tuition renewable for four years and was established in memory of the late Dr. John L. Wilson and his wife, Palma. Dr. Wilson served on the College’s Board of Trustees from 1957 until his death in 1983. Recipients of the scholarship must demonstrate commendable academic and leadership skills.

“We are excited to have these students on our campus,” says Tena Lawrence, dean of enrollment management. “They are bright and determined, and they will thrive at Jamestown College.”

Winkler, the daughter of Wayne and Patsy Winkler, plans to major in business administration at Jamestown College. At Valley City High School, she has been active in yearbook, choir, journalism, speech, National Honor Society, art, tennis and drama. She has also been active in her church and community.

Anderson, the son of John and Chlene Anderson, plans to major in biochemistry at Jamestown College. At Morris Area High School, he has been active in music, golf, student government, National Honor Society, Robotics Club and Knowledge Bowl. He is an ExCel nominee, National Torch Award recipient, economic research project state winner, science fair blue ribbon recipient, and Tiger Pride Award recipient. He has also been active in 4-H and his church.