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International Executive Council announces 2022 scholarship winners

The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers’ scholarship committee has announced the winners of the 2022 scholarship award program. The committee was allotted $100,000 to award in total, with $74,000 earmarked for U.S. applicants and $26,000 for Canadian applicants.

The committee selected scholarship recipients from a pool of 93 Boilermaker dependents. The applicants were judged on their academic achievements, leadership skills, participation in extracurricular activities and a written essay.

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Edward Power Scholarship Award

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded the $5,000 scholarship to the following Canadian applicant:

Seth Therezz Palamares Perez, daughter of Local D331 (Exshaw,Alberta) member Rainer Perez

Seth Therezz Palamares Perez, daughter of Local D331 (Exshaw, Alberta) member Rainer Perez, graduated from Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy and is studying biochemistry at the University of British Columbia.

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Three Canadian students receive $2,000 scholarships

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded $2,000 scholarships to the following Canadian applicants:

Chelsea Faith Golding, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Bruce Golding

Chelsea Faith Golding, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Bruce Golding, graduated from Kennebecasis Valley High School and is studying mathematics and statistics at University of New Brunswick Saint John.

Mary Alexandra Lawson-MacLeod, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) Craig MacLeod

Mary Alexandra Lawson-MacLeod, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) Craig MacLeod, graduated from Baddeck Academy and is studying marketing at St. Mary’s University.

Keira Larie Lyle, daughter of Local 146 (Edmonton, Alberta) member Jason Lyle

Keira Larie Lyle, daughter of Local 146 (Edmonton, Alberta) member Jason Lyle, graduated from Shelburne Regional High School and is studying biology at Dalhousie University.

Fifteen Canadian students receive $1,000 scholarships

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded $1,000 scholarships to the following Canadian applicants:

Emma Rae Cameron, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member John Cameron

Emma Rae Cameron, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member John Cameron, graduated from Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High and is studying power engineering at Novia Scotia Community College.

Caitlin Dawn Combot, daughter of Local 555 (Winnipeg, Manitoba) member Jerry Combot

Caitlin Dawn Combot, daughter of Local 555 (Winnipeg, Manitoba) member Jerry Combot, graduated from St. Laurent School and is yet undecided about her major at the University of Manitoba.

Connor Jerry Flaherty, son of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Jerry Flaherty,

Connor Jerry Flaherty, son of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Jerry Flaherty, graduated from Holy Trinity High School and is studying software development at the College of North Atlantic.

Matthew Thomas Grills, son of Local 128 (Toronto) member Roy Grills

Matthew Thomas Grills, son of Local 128 (Toronto) member Roy Grills, graduated from Holy Cross Secondary School and is studying chemical engineering at Trent University at Peterborough.

Natalie Helen Hepditch, daughter of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Patrick Hepditch

Natalie Helen Hepditch, daughter of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Patrick Hepditch, graduated from Roncalli Central High and is studying paramedicine at the College of the North Atlantic.

Elizabeth Anne-Marie Hood, daughter of Local 359 (Vancouver, British Columbia) member Robert Hood

Elizabeth Anne-Marie Hood, daughter of Local 359 (Vancouver, British Columbia) member Robert Hood, graduated from Elphinstone Secondary and is studying psychology at the University of Victoria.

Mitchel Albert Joy, son of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Craig Joy

Mitchel Albert Joy, son of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member Craig Joy, graduated from Roncalli Central High and is studying business administration at the College of North Atlantic.

Anala Satyavatie Kandha, daughter of Local 128 (Toronto) member Pranava Kandha

Anala Satyavatie Kandha, daughter of Local 128 (Toronto) member Pranava Kandha, graduated from Thorold Secondary and is studying medical science at Brock University.

Chloé Maude Sophia LeBreton, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Marc LeBreton

Chloé Maude Sophia LeBreton, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Marc LeBreton, graduated from Polyvalente W.-A.-Losier and is studying nursing at Université de Moncton.

Allison Elise MacDonald, daughter of Local 580 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member John MacDonald

Allison Elise MacDonald, daughter of Local 580 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member John MacDonald, graduated from Halifax West High School and is studying biology with a concentration in health sciences at Carleton University.

Raina Ann-Marie MacInnis, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Cameron MacInnis

Raina Ann-Marie MacInnis, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Cameron MacInnis, graduated from Millwood High School and is studying astrophysics at St. Mary’s University.

Mikayla Katelyn McKay, daughter of Local 128 (Toronto) member Danny McKay

Mikayla Katelyn McKay, daughter of Local 128 (Toronto) member Danny McKay, graduated from Michipicoten High School and is studying earth sciences at Laurentian University.

Ashley Breanne Meisner, daughter of Local D575 (Moosehorn, Manitoba) member Owen Meisner

Ashley Breanne Meisner, daughter of Local D575 (Moosehorn, Manitoba) member Owen Meisner, graduated from Ashern Central School and is studying natural resources management technology at University College of the North.

Taran Sokhey, daughter of Local 146 (Edmonton, Alberta) member Inderpal Sokhey

Taran Sokhey, daughter of Local 146 (Edmonton, Alberta) member Inderpal Sokhey, graduated from Leduc Composite High School and is studying criminology at the University of Alberta.

Julia Jane Wall, daughter of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member William Wall

Julia Jane Wall, daughter of Local 203 (St. John’s, Newfoundland) member William Wall, graduated from Roncalli Central High School and is studying environmental sustainability at Memorial University of Newfoundland-Grenfell Campus.

Charles A. Jones Scholarship Award

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded the $5,000 scholarship to the following United States applicant:

Luke Anthony Smarra, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) member Paul Smarra

Luke Anthony Smarra, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh) member Paul Smarra, graduated from Montour High School and is yet undecided about his major at Tulane University.

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One U.S. student receives $4,000 scholarship

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded a $4,000 scholarship to the following United States applicant:

Caleb John Tien, son of Local 2020 (NTD-SE) member Curtis Tien

Caleb John Tien, son of Local 2020 (NTDL-SE) member Curtis Tien, graduated from Williamstown High School and is studying undeclared engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Two U.S. students receive $2,500 scholarships

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded $2,500 scholarships to the following United States applicants:

Clayton Lee Goff, son of Local 28 (Newark, New Jersey) member Christopher Goff

Clayton Lee Goff, son of Local 28 (Newark, New Jersey) member Christopher Goff, graduated from Ohio County High School and is studying mechanical engineering at the University of Kentucky.

Ella Elizabeth Hansing, daughter of Local S251 (Middleton, Tennessee) member Brian Hansing

Ella Elizabeth Hansing, daughter of Local S251 (Middleton, Tennessee) member Brian Hansing, graduated from Hardin County High School and is studying special education with a minor in psychology at Mississippi State University.

Fourteen U.S. students receive $2,000 scholarships

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded $2,000 scholarships to the following United States applicants:

Haley Briggs, daughter of Local D239 (Three Forks, Montana) member Jeffery Briggs

Haley Briggs, daughter of Local D239 (Three Forks, Montana) member Jeffery Briggs, is a graduate of Whitehall High School.

Zachary Jacob Carach, son of Local 26 (Savannah, Georgia) member Jacob Carach

Zachary Jacob Carach, son of Local 26 (Savannah, Georgia) member Jacob Carach, graduated from Northview High School and is studying psychology at the University of West Florida.

Ryleigh Addison Evans, daughter of Local 726 (Owensboro, Kentucky) member Timothy Evans

Ryleigh Addison Evans, daughter of Local 726 (Owensboro, Kentucky) member Timothy Evans, graduated from Ohio County High School and is studying marketing with a minor in agribusiness at the University of Southern Indiana.

Emma Isabelle Gentry, daughter of Local 454 (Chattanooga, Tennessee) member Jason Gentry

Emma Isabelle Gentry, daughter of Local 454 (Chattanooga, Tennessee) member Jason Gentry, graduated from Rhea County High School and is studying elementary education at Chattanooga State Community College.

Elizabeth Ann Haas, daughter of Local 363 (East St. Louis, Illinois) member Eric Haas

Elizabeth Ann Haas, daughter of Local 363 (East St. Louis, Illinois) member Eric Haas, graduated from Ste. Genevieve High School and is yet undecided about her major at Murray State University.

Kaylee Anne Hurst, daughter of Local 455 (Muscle Shoals, Alabama) member Brian Hurst

Kaylee Anne Hurst, daughter of Local 455 (Sheffield, Alabama) member Brian Hurst, graduated from McNairy Central High School and is studying English with a minor in music at the University of Tennessee at Martin.

Larkin Eloise Jarboe, daughter of Local 727 (Owensboro, Kentucky) member Daniel Jarboe

Larkin Eloise Jarboe, daughter of Local 727 (Owensboro, Kentucky) member Daniel Jarboe, graduated from Apollo High School and is studying business marketing at Western Kentucky University.

David Joseph Kelley, son of Local 667 (Winfield, West Virginia) member Joseph Kelley

David Joseph Kelley, son of Local 667 (Charleston, West Virginia) member Joseph Kelley, graduated from Ripley High School and is studying immunology and medical microbiology at West Virginia University.

Sarah Josephine Koontz, daughter of Local 900 (Barberton, Ohio) member Brian Koontz

Sarah Josephine Koontz, daughter of Local 900 (Barberton, Ohio) member Brian Koontz, received an accredited education at home and is studying animation at Huntington University

Christian Gauge Musick, son of Local 45 (Richmond,Virginia) member Richard Musick

Christian Gauge Musick, son of Local 45 (Richmond, Virginia) member Richard Musick, graduated from Lebanon High School and is studying engineering at Southwest Virginia Community College.

Tony Thien Nguyen, son of Local 104 (Seattle, Washington) member Toan Nguyen

Tony Thien Nguyen, son of Local 104 (Seattle) member Toan Nguyen, graduated from Raisbeck Aviation High School and is studying computer science at Seattle University.

Kaitlyn Ellen Parrish, daughter of Local D375 (Paulding, Ohio) member David Parrish

Kaitlyn Ellen Parrish, daughter of Local D375 (Paulding, Ohio) member David Parrish, graduated from Defiance High School and is studying criminology and criminal justice at The Ohio State University.

Noah Peles, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) member Robert Peles

Noah Peles, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh) member Robert Peles, graduated from Purchase Line High School and plans to study science and technology at Temple University.

Kylie Nicole Wolf, daughter of Local 374 (Hobart, Indiana) member Warren Wolf

Kylie Nicole Wolf, daughter of Local 374 (Hammond, Indiana) member Warren Wolf, graduated from Jasper High School and is studying respiratory therapy at University of Southern Indiana.

Thirty-two U.S. students receive $1,000 scholarships

The IEC Scholarship Committee has awarded $1,000 scholarships to the following United States applicants:

Chloe G. Bell, daughter of Local 667 (Winfield, West Virginia) member Matthew Bell

Chloe G. Bell, daughter of Local 667 (Charleston, West Virginia) member Matthew Bell, graduated from Parkersburg High School and is studying medical laboratory technology at Washington State Community College.

Owen Patrick Brennan, son of Local 1 (Chicago) member Matt Brennan

Owen Patrick Brennan, son of Local 1 (Chicago) member Matt Brennan, graduated from Downers Grove North and is yet undecided about his major at Western Michigan University.

Forest Cody Chapman, son of Local 549 (Pittsburg, California) member David Chapman

Forest Cody Chapman, son of Local 549 (Pittsburg, California) member David Chapman, graduated from Hercules High School and is studying environmental engineering at the University of California, Davis.

Astianna Coppes, daughter of Local D375 (Paulding, Ohio) member Jeremy Coppes

Astianna Coppes, daughter of Local D375 (Paulding, Ohio) member Jeremy Coppes, graduated from Antwerp High School and is studying Radiologic Technology at Lakeland Community College.

Tatumn Coyle, daughter of Local 154 (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) member Joseph Coyle

Tatumn Coyle, daughter of Local 154 (Pittsburgh) member Joseph Coyle, graduated from United Junior-Senior High School and is studying liberal arts and sciences at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.

Taylor Marie Dalton, daughter of Local 667 (Winfield, West Virginia) member Keith Dalton

Taylor Marie Dalton, daughter of Local 667 (Charleston, West Virginia) member Keith Dalton, graduated from Albert Gallatin High School and is studying fashion, dress and merchandising at West Virginia University.

Tyra Lynn Mwelu Eastwood, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Daniel Eastwood

Tyra Lynn Mwelu Eastwood, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Daniel Eastwood, graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School and is studying nursing at Johnson County Community College.

Cole William Edmonds, son of Local 108 (Birmingham, Alabama) member Jason Walter Edmonds

Cole William Edmonds, son of Local 108 (Birmingham, Alabama) member Jason Walter Edmonds, graduated from Citronelle High School and is studying computer science at the University of South Alabama.

Jenna Grace Elam, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Richard Elam, Jr.

Jenna Grace Elam, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Richard Elam Jr., graduated from Marceline High School and is studying early childhood development at North Central Missouri College.

Rachel Gentile, daughter of Local 614 (New London, Connecticut) member Wendy Gentile

Rachel Gentile, daughter of Local 614 (New London, Connecticut) member Wendy Gentile, graduated from Nathan Hale-Ray High School and is studying mechanical engineering at Clarkson University.

Mackenzie Hagan, daughter of Local 1 (Chicago) member Michael Hagan

Mackenzie Hagan, daughter of Local 1 (Chicago) member Michael Hagan, graduated from Bolingbrook High School and is studying biology at Bradley University.

Avery Elaine Hall, daughter of Local 40 (Elizabethtown, Kentucky) member Bill Hall, Jr.

Avery Elaine Hall, daughter of Local 40 (Elizabethtown, Kentucky) member Bill Hall Jr., graduated from East Carter High School and is studying communication studies at Alice Lloyd College.

Cadrian Lymae Hutsell, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Calem Hutsell

Cadrian Lymae Hutsell, daughter of Local 83 (Kansas City, Missouri) member Calem Hutsell, graduated from Licking High School and is studying psychology with a minor in music at Southeast Missouri State University.

Lillie R. Law, daughter of Local 667 (Charleston, West Virginia) member Andrew Law

Lillie R. Law, daughter of Local 667 (Charleston, West Virginia) member Andrew Law, graduated from Ritchie County High School and is studying exercise physiology (3 + 2 program in athletic training) at West Liberty University.

Kylee Breann Leonard</strong>, daughter of Local 5 Zone 7 (Orchard Park, New York) member Robert Leonard

Kylee Breann Leonard, daughter of Local 5 Zone 7 (Orchard Park, New York) member Robert Leonard, graduated from Hinsdale Central High School and is studying biochemistry at St. Bonaventure University.

Colin McPherson, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) member Michael McPherson

Colin McPherson, son of Local 154 (Pittsburgh,) member Michael McPherson, graduated from Avonworth High School and is studying cybersecurity at Slippery Rock University.

Alaina Morgan McRoberts, daughter of Local 105 (Chillicothe, Ohio) member David McRoberts

Alaina Morgan McRoberts, daughter of Local 105 (Chillicothe, Ohio) member David McRoberts, graduated from Minford High School and is studying mechanical engineering at Ohio University-Athens.

Simon Edward Mezydlo, son of Local 1 (Chicago) member Simon Mezydlo

Simon Edward Mezydlo, son of Local 1 (Chicago) member Simon Mezydlo, graduated from Peotone High School and is studying computer science at the Milwaukee School of Engineering.

Dylan Stan Miller, son of Local 105 (Chillicothe, Ohio) member James Miller, Jr.

Dylan Stan Miller, son of Local 105 (Chillicothe, Ohio) member James Miller Jr., graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School and is studying entrepreneurship with a minor in pre-law at the University of Dayton.

Preston Jon Morris, son of Local 374 (Hobart, Indiana) member Jon Morris

Preston Jon Morris, son of Local 374 (Hammond, Indiana) member Jon Morris, graduated from McLean County High School and is studying biology at Western Kentucky University.

Julia Marie O’Malley, daughter of Local 5 (New York City) member Martin O’Malley

Julia Marie O’Malley, daughter of Local 5 (New York City) member Martin O’Malley, graduated from Longwood High School and is studying mechanical engineering at the University at Buffalo.

Rheanna Patterson, daughter of Local 85 (Toledo, Ohio) member Michael Patterson

Rheanna Patterson, daughter of Local 85 (Toledo, Ohio) member Michael Patterson, graduated from Findlay High School and is studying pre-dental hygiene at Owens Community College.

Sawyer Case Phipps, stepson of Local 455 (Sheffield, Alabama) member Barry Hollingsworth

Sawyer Case Phipps, stepson of Local 455 (Sheffield, Alabama) member Barry Hollingsworth, graduated from University School of Jackson and is studying biochemistry at Trine University.

Hunter Michael Schrock, son of Local D533 (Hagerstown, Maryland) member Michael Schrock

Hunter Michael Schrock, son of Local D533 (Hagerstown, Maryland) member Michael Schrock, graduated from Williamsport High School and is studying biology at Hagerstown Community College.

McKenzie Jo Spiker, stepdaughter of Local 132 (Galveston, Texas) member Gregory Pruett, Sr.

McKenzie Jo Spiker, stepdaughter of Local 132 (Galveston, Texas) member Gregory Pruett Sr., graduated from Eureka High School and is studying health and well-being at West Virginia University.

Nickolas Thor Steber, son of Local 242 (Spokane, Washington) member Michael Steber

Nickolas Thor Steber, son of Local 242 (Spokane, Washington) member Michael Steber, graduated from Billings West High School and is studying English at the University of Montana.

Natalie Lynn Struzik, daughter of Local 374 (Hobart, Indiana) member Jason Struzik

Natalie Lynn Struzik, daughter of Local 374 (Hammond, Indiana) member Jason Struzik, graduated from Andrean High School and is studying exploratory studies at Purdue University.

Jessica Mae Tidwell, daughter of Local 108 (Birmingham, Alabama) member Landon Tidwell

Jessica Mae Tidwell, daughter of Local 108 (Birmingham, Alabama) member Landon Tidwell, graduated from Winfield City High School and is studying music education at the University of Alabama.

Preston Archer Timms, son of Local 900 (Barberton, Ohio) member Todd Timms

Preston Archer Timms, son of Local 900 (Barberton, Ohio) member Todd Timms, graduated from Green High School and is studying business at The University of Akron.

Lauren Elizabeth Verble, daughter of Local 363 (East St. Louis, Illinois) member Chad Verble

Lauren Elizabeth Verble, daughter of Local 363 (East St. Louis, Illinois) member Chad Verble, graduated from Centralia High School and is studying nursing at Illinois State University.

William David Watson, son of Local 29 (Boston, Massachusetts) member William Watson

William David Watson, son of Local 29 (Boston) member William Watson, graduated from Neighborhood House Charter School and is studying electrical engineering at University of Massachusetts Boston.

Meghan Olivia White, daughter of Local 28 (Newark, New Jersey) member Kieran White

Meghan Olivia White, daughter of Local 28 (Newark, New Jersey) member Kieran White, graduated from Bayonne High School and is yet undecided about her major at Montclair State University.