THE CIRI
FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT RECIPIENTS
The CIRI Foundation is pleased to announce that 316 scholarship
and grant awards in the amount of $896,448 have been distributed
to students for Fall 2005. The CIRI Foundation's Education Awards
Committee has approved a total of 350 scholarships and grants in
the amount of $958,975 to date in 2005. Since The Foundation was
established in 1982, more than 7,800 scholarships and grants totaling
more than $9.3 million have been made to CIRI Original Enrollees
and their direct lineal descendants.
Scholarship and grant recipients for Fall 2005 are listed below.
Special Excellence Scholarship
($18,000, Annual)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Melissa Vallee, University Of Washington School Of Medicine, Medicine
Excellence Scholarships
($9,000, Annual)
Carl H. Marrs Scholarship Fund
Sarah Matthews, Westminster College, Economics
Lawrence Matson Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund
Mary Johnson, Louisiana College, Education
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Jessica Bissett, University of California Los Angeles, Musicology
Andrea Brown, Corban College, History & Intercultural Studies
Kyle Burch, University Of Portland, Drama & Psychology
Justin Estes, Portland State University, Mechanical Engineering
Erin Fehr, University Of Memphis, Library Science
Louden Greiner, California State University, Marine Transportation
Garrett Grothe, George Fox University, Pre-Law
Emilie Jackinsky-Horrell, University Of Washington, Marine Affairs
Reid Johnson, Hawaii Pacific University, Biology
Jessica Liverman, Tarleton State University, Agricultural Education
Megan Madzoeff, Claremont Graduate University, Fine Arts
Jacinda Mainord, George Fox University, Chemistry
Kirstan Ostlind, Hillsdale College, English
Alexei Painter, George Washington University, Political Science
Kimberlee Smith, Tulane University School of Medicine, Medicine
Yvonne Solbrekken, University Of Missouri Columbia, Physics
Luke Tegeler, Biola University, Biochemistry
Peter Tegeler, Central Washington University, Music Education
Natalie Telemaque, Arizona State University West, Nursing
Tara Thompson, Point Loma Nazarene University, Biochemistry
Belle Thompson, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Physical Education
Cody Waisanen, University Of North Dakota, Elementary Education
Jason Waisanen, University Of North Dakota, Aeronautics
Sarah Wilson, Evergreen State College, Psychology
Achievement Scholarships
($7,000, Annual)
Carl H. Marrs Scholarship Fund
Cynthia Muller, University Of Washington, Business
John N. Colberg Endowment Scholarship Fund
Katrina Jacuk, University Of Tulsa, Law
Keck/Westmin Endowment Scholarship Fund
Brent Tulloch, Trinity Western University Langley B.C., Political
Science
Lawrence Matson Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund
Chaunna Steen, Northeastern State University, Biology Education
Roy Huhndorf Endowment Scholarship Fund
Kristyn Hara, University Of California Berkeley, Biology
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Jacqueline Agnew, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Public Health
Reginald Booth, California State University, Business Administration
Chad Briner, Newman University, Physical Therapy
Sidney Cox, Colorado School Of Mines and Engineering, Mathematics
Iris Currey, Suffolk University, International Affairs
Mark Douglas, University Of Pennsylvania, Environmental Science
Tamara Fox, Seattle University, Law
Christopher Grogan, Pacific University, Education
Curtis Hembroff, College Of Charleston, Business Administration
Josephine Kamkoff, University Of Idaho, Biology
Daniel Mainord, California Baptist University, Psychology/Sociology
Lauren Murphy, University Of North Texas, Journalism
Annie Nayokpuk, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Civil Engineering
Angela Sandstol, Alaska Pacific University, Education
Jessica Scott, University Of Missouri Kansas City, Nursing
Sabrina Smith, Whittier College, Education
Christina Starkey, Northwestern College, Music Education
Jason Steik, University Of Phoenix, Business Management
Ana Stewart, Southwestern University, Chemistry
Alice Thompson, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing & Health
Science
Heather Vallee, Western Oregon University, Psychology
General Semester Scholarships
(Up to $2,000, Semester)
Keck/Westmin Endowment Scholarship Fund
Antonio Arroyo, University of Alaska Anchorage, Computer Science
Michelle Cooper, University of Alaska, Anchorage, Nursing &
Health Science
Jeanette Lage, Missouri Southern State University, Art Education
Shelley Larson, University of Alaska, Anchorage, Nursing & Health
Science
Kirby McDonald Endowment Scholarship Fund
Aron Grabler, Atlantic Culinary Academy, Culinary Arts
Lawrence Matson Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund
Alicia Rivera, Oregon State University, Elementary Education
Peter Kalifornsky Endowment Scholarship Fund
Shannon Encelewski, University of Wyoming, Business
Racheal Gerke, University of Hawaii Hilo, Business Administration
Roy Huhndorf Endowment Scholarship Fund
Andrea Brayko, Santa Clara University, Biology
Tina Bruce-Arriaga, University of Nevada, Biology
Jason Kinder, Hood College, Biology
Susie Qimmiksak Bevins Endowment Scholarship Fund
Ashley Peck, University of Nevada Reno, Fine Arts
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Cassie Allison, Oklahoma City Community College, LPN
Megan Anderson, University of Washington, International Business
William Andrews, Jr., University of Alaska Southeast, Social Science
Justin Austin, Univ. of Texas Medical Branch Galveston School of
Nursing, Nursing & Health Science
Ashley Baird, University of Washington, English
Cynthia Baldwin, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Education
Terri Berg, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Psychology
David Berry, San Francisco State University, Psychology
Rachel Bissett, University of Alaska Anchorage, Psychology
Julie Bothmer-Yost, University of Hawaii, Fine Arts
Stephanie Boyle, Everett Community College, Criminal Justice
Christopher Brayko, Gonzaga University, Computer Engineering
Tyson Briner, California Polytechnic State University, Business
Administration
Shane Broome, Portland Community College, Business Engineering
Franklin Brown, Brigham Young University, Information Systems
Charles Brown, Brigham Young University, Information Systems
Nicholas Brown, Point Loma Nazarene University, Philosophy
Kesley Brown, Allan Hancock Community College, Education
Sydney Burdette, University of Phoenix Online, Business
Heather Burdette, Edmonds Community College, Nutrition
Kristi Carlough, University of Alaska Anchorage, Human Services
Elizabeth Chapman, Slippery Rock University, Elementary Education
Charity Chase, University of Alaska Anchorage, Biology
David Christiansen, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business Administration
Angie Constantine, Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute, Nursing
& Health Science
Greg Cooley, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Process Technology
Connor Cooper, Linn Benton Community College, Automotive Technology
Sitka, Coppedge, Portland Community College, Business
Katharine Corcoran, College of William and Mary, Psychology
Katherine Cox, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Business
Christopher Cox, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Civil Engineering
Melody Daniell, University of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing & Health
Science
Kiana Davis, University of Alaska Anchorage, Accounting
Cara Davis, Western International University Online, Business
Clifford Dolchok, Jr., University of Alaska Anchorage, Civil Engineering
Tamara Durand, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business Management
Jessica Edwin, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business
Jenessa Encelewski, University of Alaska Anchorage, Early Childhood
Education
Sarah Estabrook, Liberty University, Business Management
Jeanne Estabrook, University of Alaska Anchorage, Elementary Education
Rosanna Estes, Oregon Institute of Technology, Civil Engineering
Clifford Fast Horse, Arizona State University, Psychology
Steven Fielding, Southern Utah University, Auto Mechanics
Rose Fleenor, Devry University, Business Administration
Heather Foreman, Johnson and Wales Charlotte Campus, Fashion Merchandising
Wendy Gales, American Inter Continental University, Undeclared
Shavonne Geffe, Prairie Bible Institute, Youth & Family Ministry
Spencer Giles, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Undeclared
Sherry Graves, West Virginia University Institute of Technology,
Nursing & Health Science
Esther Grosdidier, Alaska Pacific University, Psychology
Linsley Grow, Seattle Pacific University, Business Administration
Kevin Grow, Washington State University, Psychology
Steven Gunter, University of California Davis, Art
Kimberly Gunter, American River College, Early Childhood Education
Hans Hansen, University of Alaska Anchorage, Physical Education
Callie Hansen, University of Washington, Communication
Calvin Hansen, University of Alaska Anchorage, Music
Clifton Hart, Central Christian College of the Bible, Biblical Research
Bruce Hatfield, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Engineering
Sciences
Virginia, Hazen, University of Southern California, Neuroscience
Deborah, Hines, Valencia Community College, Horticulture
Ryan Hittle, University of Alaska Anchorage, Criminal Justice
Stephanie, Holley, Brooks Institute of Photography, Professional
Photography
Alia Hogan, Devry University, Aerospace Engineering
Ryan Holmquist, Chadron State College, Wildlife Management
Jessica Huf, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Biology
Natasha Huhndorf, University of Wyoming, Music Performance
Joshua Huhndorf, Oregon State University, Pre-Med
Mallory Huntsman, Boise State University, Environmental Science
Kristi Isaak, Prairie Bible Institute, General Studies
Nadia Jackinsky-Horrell, University of Washington, Art History
Rachel Jackson, The Design Institute of San Diego, Interior Design
Heather Jenkins, Clark College, Graphic Communications
Melinda Johnson, University of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing & Health
Science
Rene Johnson, Eastern Washington University, Criminal Justice
Ariana Johnson, University of Nevada Reno, Nursing
Jessica Johnson, University of Alaska Anchorage, Criminal Justice
Brandon Joseph, North Seattle Community College, English
Timothy Juliussen, Troy State University, Social Science
Shara Kay, University of Alaska Anchorage, Art
Anthony Kiana, University of Alaska Anchorage, Civil Engineering
Kristel Komakhuk, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business Administration
Lucy Koivisto, Michigan State University, Veterinary Technology
Jeffrey Kratzer, Western Michigan University, Aviation
Tia Kratzer, Asbury College, Media Communication
Rachel Langsdale, University of Alaska Anchorage, Psychology
Daniel Lee, California State University Chico, Anthropology
Aaron Leggett, University of Alaska Anchorage, Anthropology
Jennifer Lewis, University of Phoenix Online, Business Administration
Alexandra Liszka, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Environmental
Design
Travis Little, Kenai Peninsula College, Welding
Wesley Little, University of Alaska Anchorage, General Studies
Anthony Lorenzo, University of Hawaii Hilo, Undeclared
Rachel Lovelace, University of Alaska Anchorage, Computer Networking
Alicia Malchoff, Haskell Indian Nations University, Environmental
Science
Katherine Markey, University of Arizona, Marine Science
Araina Marsden, John A. Logan College, Graphic Arts
Amanda Matson, Eastern Oregon University, Undeclared
Jerry Matson, University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business,
Business Administration
Kara McLeod, Sowela Technical Community College, Office Systems
Technology
Christine McMillan, University of Alaska Anchorage, Paramedic
Chrystal McMillan, University of Alaska Anchorage, Elementary Education
Robert Meehan, University of Alaska Anchorage, Auto/Diesel Technology
Derrick Mells, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Computer Science
Brandon Mita, University of Illinois at Chicago, Political Science
Scott Mita, University of Illinois at Chicago, Liberal Studies
Richard Moore, Jr., University of Alaska Anchorage, Business
Peter Morin, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Botany
Kyla Morris, University of Alaska Anchorage, Undeclared
Garrett Nayokpuk, Mount Marty College, Information Technology
Jessi Nelsen, Portland State University, Journalism
John Nelson, Green River Community College, Aviation Technology
Mykal Norbert, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Culinary Arts
Shawn Olivera, Yuba College, Fire Science
Nathan Ollestad, Clemson University, Marketing
Ryan Ottesen, University of Alaska Anchorage, Psychology
Ryan Page, Saginaw Valley State University, Occupational Therapy
Teena Patterson, Texas Wesleyan University, Business
Lita Pepio-Healy, Montana State University Bozeman, Education
Kendal Peterson, Boston University, Communications
Evangelina Peterson, University of Alaska Mat-Su, Computer Info.
& Office Systems
Mary Peterson, Charter College, Medical Coding & Billing
Dorothy Pratt, Portland Community College, Medical Laboratory Technology
Jennifer Presl, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Human Services
Kierstin Pry, Southern Connecticut State University, Nursing &
Health Science
Stacy Pulis, University of Alaska Anchorage, Elementary Education
Jerid Rednall, University of Alaska Anchorage, Economics
Renee Reekie, University of Oregon, Undeclared
Jimmie Ricks, III, University of Wyoming, Business Management
Misty Ritzel, Brevard Community College, Radiology
Michael Roehl, Bates Technical College, Automotive Technology
Kimora Roehl, Haskell Indian Nations University, Business Administration
Alyssa Roth, Brigham Young University, Home & Family Life
Garrett Clayton Rowe, Eastern Washington University, Business
Ronda Sandvik, Keller School of Management, Business Administration
Talisha Sandvik, Walla Walla College, Interior Design
Brian Schwarz, Northwest Community College, Photographic Communications
Daniel, Shaffer, Boise State University, General Studies
Kimberly Shassetz, Smith College, History
Greggory Shaw, University of Southern Mississippi, Business Administration
Amy Sloan, University of Alabama, Nursing & Health Science
John Smith, Northwestern College, Psychology
Erin Smith, Southern Oregon University, Criminal Justice
Jalee Snyder, Mt. Hood Community College, Business
Jenna Standifer, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Journalism
Jessica Stapleton, Evergreen State College, Language
Justin Steffener, Evergreen State College, Psychology
Jeremy Steik, University of Phoenix, Business Management
Eugene Steik II, University of Phoenix, Business
Jennifer Stevens, Brigham Young University, Education
Tracy Stewart, Angelo State University, Nursing & Health Science
Mary Stokes, University of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing & Health
Science
Lyndi Suydam, Central Washington University, Music
Myriah Suydam, University of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing
Tosha Swan, University of Alaska Anchorage, Journalism
Joshua Taniguchi, Universal Technical Institute, Auto/Diesel Technology
June Thiele, Columbia College Chicago, Theatre
Robin Thomas, Northern Arizona University, Hotel & Restaurant
Management
Steven Thomas, Northern Arizona University, English
Dawn Thompson, University of Alaska Anchorage, Medical Technology
Cale Tolbert, Northern Arizona University, Electrical Engineering
Frank Trascritti, Boyce College, Biblical Studies
Markie Trascritti, Boyce College, Theology
Carolyn Tuck, University of Calgary, Education
Gregory Tuck, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Geomatics
Tiffany Tutiakoff, University of Alaska Anchorage, Journalism
Betty Valka, Alaska Pacific University, Organizational Management
Carol, Van Liew, University Of Washington/ North Seattle Community
College, General Studies
Sose Vartanian, University of Alaska Anchorage, Civil Engineering
Diana Velez, University of Alaska Anchorage, Undeclared
Alexander Wade, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, Botany
Lisa Wade, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Counseling/Guidance
Amber Waisanen, University of Washington, Business Administration
Dane Waisanen, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Emergency Medical
Services
Rachel Ward, Glendale Community College, Communication
Eric Watson, University of Alaska Anchorage, Justice
Brian Watson, University of Alaska Anchorage, Professional Piloting
Megan Williams, California State University Sacramento, Nutrition
Susan Williams, California State University, Physical Therapy
Barbara Williams, Portland State University, English
Marie Williams, Portland Community College, Veterinary Medicine
Holly Winkelman, University of Alaska Fairbanks, General Studies
Katie Winkelman, Alfred University, Fine Arts
Darren Woodhead, University of Alaska Anchorage, General Studies
Dustin Woodhead, Gonzaga University Graduate School of Business,
Business Administration
Marjorie Zilys, Alaska Pacific University, Organizational Management
Cultural Fellowship Grants
(Up to $500, Calendar Year)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Amy Roehl, World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education
Jonathon Ross, World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education
General Fellowship Grant
(Up to $500, Calendar Year)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Sharelle Geffe, Alaska Christian College, Christian Education
Career Upgrade Grants
(Up to $3,000, Calendar Year)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Rebecca Bellin, Green River Community College, Accounting
Neil Beltz, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Radiological Technologies
Jaafah Coppedge, Portland Community College, Psychology
Andrea Corcoran, Wilson Technical Community College, Nutrition
Tara Durand, University Of Alaska Anchorage, Business Administration
Michelle Erickson, Rio Salado College, Computer Technology
Sarah Evans, Tulsa Community College, Accounting
Katherine Gerharz, University Of Alaska Anchorage, General
Elsie Giles, University of Alaska Southeast, Business
David Harrison, Evergreen State College, American Indian Studies
Krista Hepworth, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business
Evelyn Huf, Kenai Peninsula College, Business Administration
Rona Johnson-Kurzejeski, University of Washington, Healthcare Ethics
April Kyle, Alaska Pacific University, Business Administration
Della Langdon, University of Alaska Anchorage
Mat-Su College, Computer Info. & Office Systems
Ian Mathers, Everett Community College, Graphic Arts
Arlene Manook Mcclain, University of Alaska Anchorage, Human Services
Justina Meyer, University of Alaska Anchorage, Small Business Administration
Debra, Moore, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Rural Development
Diane Nappier, University of Alaska Anchorage, Floral Design
Jannell Nolen, Polk Community College, Political Science
Donita Peter, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business Administration
Jennifer Peterson, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Psychology
Karen Ricks, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Business
Dawn, Sheldon, University of Alaska Anchorage, Business Administration
Elisha Smith, Sylvan Learning Center, General Studies
Sara Thorpe, University of Alaska Anchorage, Nursing
Susan Wells, University of Alaska Southeast, Masters Of Education/Reading
Carla Wood, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Business Administration
Vocational Training Grants
(Up to $3,000, Calendar Year)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Martha Chase, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Computer Info. &
Office Systems
Rrita Coleman, A Head of Times Design Academy, Cosmetology
Alfred Huff, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Advanced Ship Handling
Christina Kilborn, Alaska Vocational Technical Center, Welding Technology
Richard Marks, Environmental Management, Inc., Hazardous Waste
Alex Maxim, Jr., Alaska Technology Learning Center, Computer Technology
Joni Munson, Charter College, Medical Coding & Billing
Danielle Santillana, Career Academy, Medical Assistant.
Andrew Thayne, Ashworth College, Psychology
Ryan Watson, Captain Jack's Tattoo School, Tattoo Artist
Robert Wolcoff, Alaska Technology Center, Information Technology
Shannon York, New Horizons Beauty College, Inc., Cosmetology
Kick Start Grant Awards
(Up to $1,000)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Amanda Collins, University of Southern Indiana, Education
Joel Moonin, Universal Technical Institute, Auto/Diesel Technology
William Van Hoose, Southwester Oregon Community College, Computer
Science
Jump Start Grant Award
(Up to $1,000)
The CIRI Foundation General Endowment
Samantha Huf, Kenai Peninsula College, General Studies
VILLAGE AWARDS
Ninilchik Native Association,
Inc. Scholarships
(Up to $1,000, Semester)
Alexandra Liszka, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Environmental
Design
Luke Tegeler, Biola University, Biochemistry
Peter Tegeler, Central Washington University, Music Education
Salamatof Native Association Scholarships
and Grants
(Up to $2,500, Semester for Scholarships; Up to $3000, Calendar
Year for Grants)
Mark Douglas, University of Pennsylvania, Environmental Science
Andrea Grace Huhndorf, University of Alaska Anchorage, Culinary
Arts
Joshua Huhndorf, Oregon State University, Pre-Med
Natasha Huhndorf, University of Wyoming, Music Performance
Travis Little, University of Alaska Anchorage, Welding
Wesley Little, University of Alaska Anchorage, General Studies
Tyonek Native Corporation Scholarship
and Grants
(Up to $1000, Semester for Scholarships; Up to $1,500, Calendar
Year for Grants)
Angie Constantine, Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute, Nursing
& Health Science
Paree James, Tacoma Community College, Arts & Science
Victoria James, Pacific Lutheran University, Pre-Professional Health
Joni Munson, Charter College, Medical Coding & Billing
Angela Sandstol, Alaska Pacific University, Education
Jenna Standifer, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Journalism
Betty Valka, Alaska Pacific University, Organizational Management
* For more information on The CIRI Foundation Scholarship and
Grant Programs, visit our website at www.ciri.com/tcf
or call (907) 263-5582 in Anchorage or toll free (800) 764-3382
* Please note that The CIRI Foundation will be moving to a
new location the end of October 2005: 3600 San Jeronimo, Suite 256,
Anchorage, AK 99508 |
