20 students selected and $74,307 awarded in 2024

Vancouver, WA—A scholarship fund established to honor the lives of Peninsula Telecom owners Maury and Betty Hull awarded 20 students with scholarships totaling more than $74,300 this year.

The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington manages the application process, which is scheduled to open for the 2025-26 academic year on December 5, 2024 at www.cfsww.org/scholarships. Deanna Green, Senior Scholarship Manager and Development Associate, said the students supported this year have strong representation from both school districts, including six new graduates from the 2024 class.

The Maury and Betty Hull Scholarship was established at the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington in 2018 with $1.8 million from the late couple’s estate. The fund exists to support graduates from the Quillayute Valley and Cape Flattery School Districts pursuing post-secondary education, including vocational certificates, graduate and post-graduate programs. To date, the fund has provided 118 awards, totaling more than $515,000.

All graduates from the two school districts are encouraged to apply. Scholarship applications are accepted for the following academic year starting December 5, 2024. The application window is open until April 30, 2025. Awards are eligible for renewal for the duration of a student’s degree or certificate program if they meet course requirements and reapply each year. Awards are determined by a selection committee consisting of Community Foundation staff, community members and a member of the Hull family.

Recpient information:

Joshua Angeles High School Senior Bellingham Technical College Culinary Arts Joshua is an aspiring chef, and has overcome significant challenges to pursue his education, including learning to speak English as a second language.

Rowan Ball High School Senior Arizona State University Air Traffic Control Management Rowan is active in community, participating in river clean-up projects every year. Despite suffering setbacks, Rowan achieved a long-time dream of graduating as valedictorian.

Branndi Bowechop Current College Sophomore Seattle University Psychology Branndi is active in indigenous student association, and enjoys crafting with beadwork. They are passionate about health, and help their community as a peer health educator.

Angel Buckingham Current College Freshman Peninsula College Psychology/Education During the pandemic, Angel was responsible for caring for two younger siblings while also going through their freshman year of high school online. Despite the challenge, Angel persevered and succeeded. Anjelina Cordova Current College Junior Washington State University Biology Anjelina is passionate about the outdoors, which has led to a biology degree. Being a first-generation college student, Anjelina is determined to graduate.

Gabriella Damron Current Technical Student Bergstrom Aircraft Inc Aviation Gabriella has a special interest in dairy cattle, and pursued that interest by joining 4-H, multiple clubs, and securing an internship working on prebiotics for dairy farming.

Fabiola Dominguez Gomez Current College Sophomore Peninsula College Nursing Despite some challenges as Fabiola was entering high school, the dream of going to nursing school was realized after years of hard work and dedication.

Colby Elvrum Current College Sophomore University of Washington Chemical Engineering Colby is passionate about his education, but they are also passionate about helping others. Working as a tutor and identifying ways to increase the fairness of engineering programs, Colby hopes to help more students access their own education.

Karen Ensastegui Salazar Current College Junior University of Washington Marketing and Entrepreneurship Karen worked as the TedX UofW marketing director, creating successful marketing campaigns and securing a leadership positions at other marketing organizations on campus.

Amya Hampton Current Technical Student Yakima Valley College Radiologic Sciences As a radiology lab leader, volunteer at Forks’ radiology department, and now a student of radiologic sciences, Amya has set herself up for a well-educated career in a field they are passionate about.

Jose Jimmicum High School Senior Washington State University Psychology Serving as Vice President of the schools ASB, Jose has developed admirable leadership abilities. Alongside their passion for psychology, Jose has successfully raised and donated money for climate-based organizations.

Antonia Joaquin Current College Sophomore Peninsula College Medicine Despite unfortunate instances and the challenge of pursuing education is a second-language, Antonia continues to pursue goals. Outside of school, they enjoy painting and spending time with their family.

Camryn Kennedy Current Technical Student Peninsula College Welding Associates of Applied Science Overcoming barriers to get through high school, Camryn has found a much more welcoming community at Peninsula College. Specifically, they have combined passion and community, finding a place in the Welding Club.

Rylee Kennedy High School Senior University of Washington Biology With a passion for paleontology, Rylee is excited to continue exploring the world of biology. Despite challenges, Rylee has set themselves up for success.

Chloe Leverington Current College Junior Saint Martin’s University Exercise Science Learning from a hearing disability, Chloe expressed the importance of self-advocating in achieving success. With that in mind, she continues to apply the goal of attending a Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Kendall Marshall High School Senior Western Washington University Elementary Education Kendall is an accomplished athlete, running cross country and captaining the track and field team. Working tirelessly, Kendall has lined up a great education and future career in elementary education.

Reece Moody Current Master’s Student Union University Doctorate of Nursing Practice Going through financial hardship might be enough to stop many people pursuing their education, but not Reece. Being resourceful, Reece is continuing to pursue a career in anesthesia.

Eram’e Tost High School Senior Western Washington University Journalism Eram’e has built a support system and discovered an interest in journalism. Creating a class where the school had not offered one before, Eram’e ensured the ability to pursue that interest.

Mahamadou Traore Current College Sophomore Eastern Michigan University Neuroscience Organizing study nights for students, and guiding their own career to address academic struggles caused by learning disabilities, Mahamadou’s pursuit of education has created a ripple effect that will surely benefit the community around them.

Audrey Veliz Current College Junior Western Washington University Electrical and Computer Engineering Overcoming stigma against females in the STEM world, Audrey has made herself and her efforts undeniable. Working through her college experience, Audrey looks forward to a stable job in the engineering field.