Scholarship Awards

Michelle Murphy

Hi! My name is Michelle and I have been in 4H for as long as I can remember, maybe 10 years. I started with my siblings in the shooting sports club and even saw it being transformed into what it is now, Shot in the Dark, with thanks to my mother. I went on to join the hiking club and now i'm at home in Teen Council. I just finished my third year being a counselor at E-Week after being a camper for so many years, which is an indescribable experience. I'm so grateful to be an intern at the office working even closer with Laura and Jeanine, which gives me so much valuable experience and knowledge. I participate in every 4H project I am able and offered to including E-Week, Haunted House, Project Gift, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Mother's Day Gifts, Breakfast with the bunnies, and helping with the animals and people in any other way i can. None of this even comes close to describing all the hours setting up or breaking down everything, 4H is truly an amazing emotional experience I wouldn't trade anything for. It has prepared me more than enough for going onto adulthood. These people and situations have taught me to be a better person and have taught me how to truly live to the fullest while having and helping other amazing individuals with me along the way. This is my family and I know they will support me unconditionally while I go onto cosmetology school and try to live my dream. While still figuring out my options and final destination whether it be in psychology or marine biology. Thank you 4H!

Abiagael Bolan

Hello, My name is Abiageal Bolan. I have been involved in 4H for seven years now. I participate in a number of clubs, including Middlesex County Ambassadors and Teen Council. I used to be a part of the hiking club, Barnyard Kids, and Shot in the Dark when I was younger. During my time in 4H, I have worked on a wide range of projects, including E-week, Martin Luther King Day, Mother's Day gift baskets, Haunted House, Project Gift, and Breakfast with the Bunnies. Which does not account for all of the days spent setting up and taking down. 4h has made a huge impact on my life and the person who I am today. It paves a foundation of success from youth into adulthood. I feel as though 4-H has taught me the value of leadership, but also showed me the importance of volunteering and serving your community for the greater good. My future plans are I will be going to Monmouth University and I will be studying Marine/Environmental Biology & Policy and I will minoring in Geographic Information System (GIS).

Samantha Glazner

My name is Samantha Glazner. I have received a scholarship letter from Alan Habiak. Thank you so much for giving me this award. I really appreciate the help for my college journey and am excited to receive this scholarship on August 7th. I am looking forward to meeting everyone.

Bio:

I am a senior at East Brunswick Magnet School in the Agricultural Science shop and am a member of the Middlesex East Brunswick FFA Chapter. Throughout my high school career, I studied plant science, food science, biotechnology, and agricultural business and research. My favorite topic was biotechnology. During my FFA involvement, I have had the opportunity to travel with my chapter as we participated in various activities such as; conferences, state and national conventions, and multiple competitions. I have earned my state degree, the highest degree the state can give.

I am also a Middlesex County 4-H member. I am in the small animal, archery, horse, and outdoors club. Through 4-H, I have had the amazing experience of working fair and gaining leadership skills by presenting to and teaching the younger club members. I have been able to compete in small animal judging, archery, and horse knowledge competitions. In my free time, I volunteer at a local horse farm, where I have learned how to care for horses and manage a horse farm. On top of all that, I take dance lessons at the Woodbridge School of Dance and will be doing my final recital this year. In the fall, I will be attending Delaware Valley University and majoring in small animal pre-professional. Middlesex County has given me numerous opportunities to better myself and become college ready. I would not be where I am today without this community, and I am grateful for all that was presented to me.

Thank you again!
Sincerely,
Samantha Glazner

Amber Smilen

I have received a scholarship letter from Alan Habiak. Thank you so much for selecting me for this scholarship. This will help me tackle my finances to advance my education. I am excited to receive this scholarship on August 5th. I am looking forward to meeting everyone in person.

Bio:

I am a Monroe Township High School senior and a 4H member of the Middlesex County Zoo Crew. I have met many different people who all share a passion for animals as I do. Volunteering at the County Fairs has been one the best parts of 4H as I get to take care of the animals and teach others about them. I have also been able to volunteer in 4H's many different community events and fundraisers that have helped raise money for people who need it.

I also volunteer at Howling Woods Farm, which educates the public about wolf dogs and wolves through tours and in-person experiences. Through this wonderful experience, I have been able to teach more people about the true nature of wolf dogs and build bonds with the animals at the farm. All these
experiences have only boosted my love for animals as I go off to college as a Wildlife Ecology Major. In the Fall, I will be attending the University of Maine to become a Wildlife Biologist specializing in endangered species. I am so thankful for all 4H has provided me as I learned invaluable skills and
gained numerous experiences.

Thank you so much!
Sincerely,
Amber Smilen