Scholarship Money Awarded to 23 students for 2010

The Idaho Irrigation Equipment Association has awarded $15,000 to 23 students for the 2010-2011 school year.

“With an unpredictable economy, we weren’t sure how much money the IIEA member companies could donate this year. And although some companies contributed a bit less this year, they were still committed to the program,” said Dirk Leavitt, 2010 IIEA Scholarship Chairman. “We appreciate the continued support of our members." General funds of the IIEA are also used to fund scholarships. Since 1980, the IIEA has awarded 501 scholarships totaling $300,395.

The 2010-2011 IIEA scholarship recipients are:

Kade Beck, son of Beth Beck and Brice and Judi Beck, Twin Falls, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agribusiness/Pre Vet at Utah State University. The money for Beck’s scholarship was donated by B.A. Fischer Sales Co. Inc. and the IIEA.

Adam Burk, son of John and Melanie Burk, Bliss, received an $800 scholarship to pursue his degree in Biological Agricultural Engineering at the University of Idaho. The money for Burk’s scholarship was donated by Lindsay Corp. and Butte Irrigation.

Cherokee Carrillo, daughter of Marty and Cherise Carrillo, Rigby, received a $600 scholarship to pursue her degree in Agriculture Education at Eastern Idaho Technical College. The money for Carrillo’s scholarship was donated by Pipeco Inc. Irrigation Accessories and the IIEA.

Karmella Dolecheck, daughter of Thomas and Suzann Dolecheck, Twin Falls, received a $600 scholarship to pursue her degree in Animal, Dairy, and Veterinary Science at Utah State University. The money for Dolecheck’s scholarship was donated by Pentair Water Group and the IIEA.

Gabriel Flick, son of Todd and Tonya Flick, Caldwell, received a $600 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agronomy at Iowa State University. The money for Flick’s scholarship was donated by Mitchell Lewis & Staver and Senninger Irrigation.

Jace Greiner, son of Mike and Tammy Greiner, Star, received a $600 scholarship to pursue his degree in Irrigation Technology/Water Resource Management at University of Idaho. The money for Greiner’s scholarship was donated by Fresno Valves and Castings, Inc . and Universal Sales.

Shalissa Hamilton, daughter of Layne and Linda Hamilton, Blackfoot, received a $700 scholarship to pursue her degree in Agribusiness at Utah State University. The money for Hamilton’s scholarship was donated by Clemons Sales Corp. , JM Eagle, and IIEA.

Robert Holmes, son of Joe and Dawn Holmes, Indian Valley, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agribusiness at the University of Idaho. The money for Holmes’ scholarship was donated by Toro and the IIEA.

Andy Line, son of Leo Line, Blackfoot, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agribusiness at t he University of Idaho. The money for Line’s scholarship was donated by Valmont Industries.

Mark Loosli, son of Brian and Karen Loosli, Ashton, received an $800 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agribusiness at Utah State University. The money for Loosli’s scholarship was donated by Rain For Rent , IIEA, Kermit and Candy Cochran.

Trey Mallory, son of Gary and Lee Ann Mallory, Emmett, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural Education at the University of Idaho. The money for Mallory’s scholarship was donated by Snake River Sales, LLC and the IIEA.

Jenna Meeks, daughter of Jim Meeks and Sharon Meeks, Twin Falls, received a $1,000 scholarship to pursue her degree in Crop and Soil Science at Colorado State University. The money for Meeks’ scholarship was donated by Travis Pattern & Foundry, Inc. , Silver Creek Supply and the IIEA.

Leah Meeks, daughter of Jim Meeks and Sharon Meeks, Twin Falls, received a $1,000 scholarship to pursue her doctorate degree in BioResource and Agricultural Engineering at the University of Utah. The money for Meeks’ scholarship was donated by Rain For Rent. Leah is the first recipient of the Don Billings Memorial Irrigation Leadership Scholarship.

Katelyn Mosman, daughter of David and Cathy Mosman, Craigmont, received an $800 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural and Extension Education at the University of Idaho. The money for Mosman’s scholarship was donated by Interstate Plastic, Inc . and IIEA.

Jessica Munson, daughter of Kim and Margaret Munson, Riggins, received a $600 scholarship to pursue her degree in Agricultural Education and Extension at the University of Idaho. The money for Munson’s scholarship was donated by Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co.,Irritrol Systems and the IIEA.

Shea Nesbitt, daughter of Stuart and Trina Nesbitt, Weiser, received an $800 scholarship to pursue her degree in Agribusiness at the University of Idaho. The money for Nesbitt’s scholarship was donated by G&S Sales , IPS Weld-On, and Action Machining.

Brett Nesbitt, son of Stuart and Trina Nesbitt, Weiser, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural Engineering at the University of Idaho. The money for Nesbitt’s scholarship was donated by Lake Company.

Ryan Nichols, son of Mike and Phyllis Nichols, Parma, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agribusiness at the University of Idaho. The money for Nichols’ scholarship was donated by Rain Bird Agri Products Division and the IIEA.

Justin Novacek, son of Rick Novacek and Stacie Beem, Buhl, received a $700 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural Engineering at the University of Idaho. The money for Novacek’s scholarship was donated by WISH NW, Layne Pumps, Inc., and Ag Sales.

Jessica Reynolds, daughter of Dave and Karla Reynolds, Kuna, received a $500 scholarship to pursue her degree in Agricultural Education at the University of Idaho. The money for Reynolds’ scholarship was donated by The Sprinkler Shop, Inman Interwest Inc. and the IIEA.

Michael Roberts, son of Mike and Teresa Roberts, Greenleaf, received a $500 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural Engineering at the University of Idaho. The money for Roberts’ scholarship was donated by Nelson Irrigation Corp. and the IIEA.

Cameron Schoessler, son of Lauresa Schoessler, Bliss, received an $800 scholarship to pursue his degree in Crop and Soil Sciences at the College of Southern Idaho. The money for Schoessler’s scholarship was donated by Matco-Norca Inc. and Gheen Irrigation Works.

Jake Turnbull, son of Ray and Vickie Turnbull, Cambridge, received a $600 scholarship to pursue his degree in Agricultural Systems Management at the University of Idaho. The money for Turnbull’s scholarship was donated by Cornell Pump Co . and Spears Manufacturing Corp..