Lynnwood Rotary Invests in the Future with $56,000 in Scholarships
The Rotary Club of Lynnwood and the Lynnwood Rotary Community Foundation recently awarded $56,000 in scholarships to 15 outstanding graduating seniors from across the Edmonds School District.
Funded through the Martha Lake Community Club / Lynnwood Rotary Scholarship Program, these scholarships recognize students who exemplify Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self through leadership, community involvement, perseverance, and a commitment to improving their communities.
This year’s recipients represent a remarkable range of talents, interests, and career aspirations:
Lynnwood High School
- Rose Tulga will study Business Administration at the University of Washington and hopes to create opportunities for underrepresented communities.
- Simon Ussery plans to attend Skagit Valley College to study Diesel Technology and build a career as a diesel technician.
Edmonds-Woodway High School
- Katherine Josiah plans to study Biochemistry and pursue a future in medicine.
- Fatou Manneh will attend the University of Washington to study Nursing and hopes to work in emergency care.
- Joshua Ngo plans to study Business at the University of Washington and apply data-driven decision-making in the sports industry.
- Alison Schell will attend Gonzaga University to study Biology and pursue a career as an obstetrician.
Meadowdale High School
- Keegan Wright plans to study Psychology at the University of Washington and become a youth psychologist.
- Ben Webster will study Sports Management at the University of Washington and hopes to serve as an educator and coach.
- Bitanya Tesfaye plans to attend UCLA to study Neuroscience and become a neurologist.
- Nikolaus Nelson will study Finance, Mathematics, and Engineering at San Diego State University with a future in finance.
- Kate Betzold plans to attend the University of Arizona and pursue a career in pediatric occupational therapy.
- Zachary Lee will study Neuroscience at the University of Washington and hopes to become a neurologist.
Mountlake Terrace High School
- Jayden Nguyen plans to study Biology at the University of Washington and pursue a career as a pharmaceutical scientist.
- Tenzin Namgyal will study Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering at the University of Washington and hopes to develop solutions that positively impact communities around the world.
Bernie Sigler Memorial Scholarship
A special highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Bernie Sigler Memorial Scholarship, named in honor of longtime Lynnwood Rotarian Colonel Bernie Sigler. This scholarship recognizes exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to community.
This year’s recipient, Liam Moore of Mountlake Terrace High School, received a $5,000 scholarship. Liam plans to pursue a career as an electrician through a trade program and ultimately build his own business.
“Our committee was inspired by the passion, resilience, and purpose demonstrated by every applicant,” said Jennifer Ricken, Public Image Chair for the Rotary Club of Lynnwood. “These students are already making meaningful contributions to their schools and communities, and we are honored to support them as they pursue their educational and career goals.”
For more than 70 years, Lynnwood Rotary has invested in youth and education throughout South Snohomish County. Through scholarships, service projects, and community partnerships, the club continues to empower the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
As these 15 scholars begin the next chapter of their journeys, Lynnwood Rotary is proud to support their dreams and looks forward to the positive impact they will make in their communities and beyond.
