CCAI FEF Announces 2022 Scholarship Recipients
Each year since 1992, CCAI has awarded scholarship money to students enrolled in programs that could lead to a career in coatings and finishing.
The Jim Gallagher Scholarship was awarded to Daniel Knecht from University of Cincinnati. Photo Credit: CCAI FEF
The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation (CCAI FEF) announces this year’s scholarship recipients. Since 1992, CCAI has awarded scholarship money from the CCAI Matt Heuertz Scholarship Fund to students enrolled in programs that could lead to a career in coatings and finishing. Applications from qualified students were reviewed by the CCAI FEF board of directors, who determined this year’s scholarship winners.
CCAI FEF awarded a total of $17,000 in scholarships to nine students. In addition to cash awards sent to the student’s school account, each scholarship recipient receives a one-year student membership in CCAI, which enales them to gain exposure to the industry and benefit from the multitude of resources available through the association and its regional chapters across the country.
This year CCAI recognized the dedication of a long-time member by naming the top award in his memory. The Jim Gallagher Scholarship was awarded to Daniel Knecht from University of Cincinnati.
Recipients of a 2022 Matt Heuertz Scholarship include:
- Scott Andreae, University of Wisconsin – Stout
- Kay Borgerding, North Dakota State University
- Jordan Clabaugh, Iowa State University
- Tyler Kleinsasser, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
- Elle Routhe, University of North Georgia
- Molly Sanchez, Indiana Tech
- Carter Stommel, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
- Chloe Yeagley, University of Cincinnati
In addition to the National awards, the Twin Cities and Wisconsin CCAI Chapters awarded $18,500 through their own scholarships for students in their regions CCAI Twin Cities Chapter recipients include Kay Borgerding, North Dakota State University; Luke Brouillette, University of St. Thomas; Tyler Kleinsasser, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology; and Carissa Stalzer, Iowa State University.
The Wisconsin Chapter awarded Mary Margaret Schilling, University of Wisconsin – Madison, the James Wright Scholarship; Casey Roeser, University of Wisconsin – Madison, received the David Wright Scholarship; and Scott Andreae, University of Wisconsin – Stout and Kendra Czerneski, Viterbo University, received the James Steffes Scholarship. Additional Wisconsin Chapter scholarship funds were awarded to Sophia Brooks, Howard University; Adam Degler, University of Wisconsin – Madison; Jacob Diker, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee; Aaron J. Kinney, University of Wisconsin – Platteville; Tyler Kleinsasser, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology; Dani Rayford, Iowa State University and Nolan Wagner, St. Norbert College.
CCAI FEF accepts scholarship applications each year beginning in January. Applications can be submitted online at www.ccaiweb.com.
