Cooperative Resources International (CRI) has presented the 2013 Founders’ Scholarship, established in honor of the cooperative’s pioneering leaders, to four high school seniors. This scholarship program is presented annually to children of CRI employees. Applicants are judged on their scholastic achievement and demonstration of their willingness and ability to take on leadership roles in school-related and extracurricular activities.
Those earning the $750 scholarships are Kayla Carson of New Lebanon, N.Y. ; Lauren Casdorph of Twin Falls, Idaho; Lindsay Daniel of Tiffin, Ohio; and Cole Davidson of Strafford, Mo.
Kayla Carson is the daughter of Scott and Kristin Carson. Her father is a Genex Dairy Procurement Specialist. Carson earned valedictorian honors and was a very involved youth. She played the clarinet in both concert and jazz bands, served as yearbook editor, played varsity volleyball, and exhibited dairy and sheep in 4-H. She plans to study marketing at either the University of Maryland, Syracuse University, the University of Connecticut or the University of Delaware.
Lauren Casdorph is the daughter of Vaughn and Heidi Casdorph. Her father is a Genex Territory Sales Manager. Casdorph has been active in 4-H, serving as club president for three years. In FFA, Casdorph was elected chapter president and district reporter. She has served in the Idaho Junior Angus Association as an officer and also reined as the Western States Angus Queen. Casdorph plans to pursue a career in beef or dairy nutrition by attending the College of Southern Idaho.
Lindsay Daniel is the daughter of Roger and Melissa Daniel. Her father is a CRI Shipping Specialist at the cooperative’s Tiffin, Ohio, facility. Daniel held many offices for her local 4-H club and currently serves as the Seneca County Junior Fair Board president. In FFA, she received the State FFA Degree and currently holds the title of chapter treasurer. She plans to study at The Ohio State University – Mansfield to become a registered veterinary technician.
Cole Davidson is the son of Lance and Kathy Davidson. His father is a Genex Territory Sales Manager. Davidson earned valedictorian honors and served two terms as Student Council president. He was also elected president of his Future Business Leaders of America and National Honor Society chapters. Davidson plans to pursue a career in biomedical research and will attend Truman State University this fall.