Please join Lorain County Farm Bureau in congratulating each of these hard working individuals on their scholarship awards. Each applicant went through a committee-reviewed application process, and we are proud to announce there are four winners this year: two for the Al DiVencenzo Memorial Scholarship and two for the Continuing Education Scholarship. 

Al DiVencenzo Memorial Scholarship

Kayla Linden Kayla Linden  is a 2025 Elyria Catholic High School graduate who is currently attending The Ohio State University – Agricultural Technical Institute in Wooster, pursuing a degree in agricultural communications. Linden was awarded $1,000 from Lorain County Farm Bureau for her education.
Lydia Schlechter Lydia Schlechter is a 2025 Firelands High School graduate who is currently attending The Ohio State University in Mansfield, pursuing a degree in biochemistry currently but will be moving towards a degree in molecular genetics. Schlechter was awarded $1,000 from Lorain County Farm Bureau for her education.

 

Continuing Education Scholarship

Dowdell Adele Dowdell is a 2025 Saint Paul High School graduate who is currently attending the University of Findlay, pursuing a degree on the pre-vet track with a minor in chemistry and biology. Dowdell was awarded $1,000 from the Lorain County Farm Bureau for her education.
Emma Lewis Emma Lewis is a 2025 Keystone High School graduate who is currently attending The Ohio State University – Agricultural Technical Institute in Wooster, pursuing a degree in agricultural business and agricultural communications. Lewis was awarded $1,000 from Lorain County Farm Bureau for her education.

 

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