2007 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Congratulations to the recipients of the Clan McAlister of America Scholarships.
Two $500 scholarships, one each, were awarded to Alison Henley of Bloomfield
Hills, Michigan and Andrew McAllister of Hayden Lake, Idaho. There were
many worthy applicants for the scholarships this year, and the committee
members had a difficult task in selecting the recipients. Congratulations
to the two winners!
Alison Henley is a recent graduate of Lahser High School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and will be attending Wake Forest University in the fall. She is the daughter of Meredith McAllister Henley and the granddaughter of CMA member Alan W. McAllister. Alison received many awards in high school and in May received Graduation Phi Beta Kappa for scholarship and citizenship in high school, Graduation Summa Cum Laude for outstanding grade point average in high school (3.96), and 2006-2007 NISCA Academic All-America Award for scholarship and athletic performance.
One reference letter said, "Academically, Alison has excelled in every area. Her community service experiences have amounted to numerous hours in a multitude of experiences." Another said, " Her commitment to scholarship stands out foremost. Alison brings intellectual enthusiasm to every task she undertakes . Alison's absolute integrity also merits note. Alison is a refreshingly honest and personable young woman. Quietly, she earns respect through her kindness, integrity, reliability and impressive accomplishments." A third reference stated, "Given her talents and work ethic, Alison is that rare type of student who finds success at whatever she sets out to do." We wish Alison Henley the best as she begins her college career at Wake Forest.
Andrew McAllister is a graduate of Coeur d'Alene High School in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and was Valedictorian of his class and is completing his freshman year at North Idaho College in the CITE (Computer and Information Technology) Program. Andrew is the son of CMA members Robert and Janice McAllister. In addition to Andrew being studious, he was the pianist in the Chamber Orchestra and Jazz Band, participated on the Scholastics Team and was an active member of Natural Helpers, a peer mentoring group elected by fellow students.
One reference letter stated that "Andrew is an excellent student with a well-above average aptitude and level of motivation in Information Technology. He has excellent attendance, strong grades, and well developed personal skills. Andrew has a strong sense of commitment to a job well done." Andrew is working full time while in college. A co-worker wrote, " I have grown to appreciate Andrew's dependability, his commitment to assignment and his expression of a great attitude." After completing his Associates Degree at NIC, Andrew plans to attend the University of California at Berkeley for a business degree. We wish Andrew McAllister the best of luck in all future endeavors.
2006 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Congratulations to the recipients of the Clan McAlister of America Scholarships.
Two $500 scholarships, one each, were awarded to Grace McAlister of
Little Rock, Arkansas and Leigh McAlister of Lonoke, Arkansas. Both were
very deserving, and the Scholarship and Awards Committee was impressed
with their applications.
Grace is the daughter of Michael McAlister and Fran Cunningham and grandaughter of Helen and the late Louis McAlister. She graduated from Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock and will be attending the University of Arkansas in the fall. She was active in many school, church and community service actiivities. Some comments from her letters of recommendation were: "She has proven to be very well rounded and highly capable." Grace has moral integrity and a strong desire to succeed academically. She will do well in any endeavor. Her ability to focus and follow-through with tasks will lead her to succeed in any field she may choose.
Leigh is the daughter of Brian McAlister and the late Deborah McAlister and granddaughter of Shirley and J. A. McAlister. She graduated from Lonoke High School and will be attending the University of Arkansas in the fall. She took part in many school, church and community activities. Leigh lost her mother to cancer when she was in the sixth grade.One comment about her was "What impresses me most is that Leigh has developed exceptional qualities, stayed focused, goal oriented in spite of the adversity life dealt her. I am impressed with her maturity, creativity, depend-ability and commitment to a cause." Another said "Leigh represents all of the all the finest qualities of character. She has a tremendous work-ethic, balancing excellent grades, community, church and extra-curricular activities. She would represent you with dignity, honor and appreciation."