Current Scholarship Recipients

Grace Bae

Northville High School
David J. Hallissey Memorial Scholarship
2026/2027

Rebecca Berry

Salem High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2026/2027

Rebecca Berry will attend the University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, where she plans to pursue a degree in biology. With rigorous course load and 12 AP and Dual Enrollment courses, she earned straight As throughout high school. 

She is the founder of the Peace of Mind Book Club, a literacy and mental wellness initiative that has reached nearly 390 students who read and responded to over over 5,700 books featuring diverse characters who grappled with and overcame hardship.  She also launched the Fostering Kindness Drive, which collected over $30,000 worth of books and clothing for youth in foster care. In addition, Rebecca served as Co-president of Spanish Club and Vice President of Warriors of a Healthy Mind, where she advocates for mental health awareness and stigma reduction in her school community.

Beyond her volunteerism and leadership roles, Rebecca is an athlete and dedicated teammate in varsity soccer and field hockey, and she co-founded the P-CEP Pickleball club with her friends. Additionally, she conducted an independent research project exploring how diverse narratives influence emotional intelligence and empathy. She is also a baker and hobby watercolorist.

Rebecca is incredibly grateful to receive this scholarship and is excited to continue using science and service to make a meaningful impact on others. She looks forward to the opportunities ahead at the University of Michigan and the chance to grow as both a leader and a changemaker.

Lydia Binelli

Berkley High School
Larry Grajewski Scholarship
2026/2027
My name is Lydia Binelli, and I’m a senior at Berkley High School.  I am enrolled at Michigan's College of LSA to study Human Origins, Biology, and Behavior. At Berkley, I ran four seasons of varsity cross country, track & field, and three seasons of gymnastics. I have qualified for Regionals in 11 events across my three sports and served as captain of all three teams. I am participating in my third year of the National Honor Society and my fourth of the Science National Honor Society, and as president of the latter this school year. Outside of school, I created the Bravery Bears project to serve children in post-anesthesia care units and have over 200 hours of service. This past summer, I worked on a research paper published in the Journal of Thoracic Disease. 

Eduado Brandao

Saline High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2026/2027

Eduardo Brandao will attend the University of Michigan College of Engineering. He has been a dedicated student, taking 10 AP classes and dual-enrollment courses while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. A part of the Science Olympiad team, he won first place at states in Chemistry Lab and later served as a captain in his senior year. He also founded Saline’s Chemistry Club, which fosters community interest in chemistry by conducting household experiments for elementary classes and high school peers. His passion for chemistry led him to take the American Chemical Society U.S. Chemistry Olympiad Exam, becoming a national exam nominee for two consecutive years. 

Eduardo has also been dedicated to serving his community. In his role as the NHS secretary, he helped organize events such as the SASS food drive, which raises thousands of pounds of food each year, and one of the largest blood drives in the area. Additionally, he led protocol training to combat offensive speech as a member of Students Against Racism, and organized cultural showcases and potlucks as president of the Culture Appreciation Club. Over the past summer, he volunteered at Camp Invention as a Leadership Intern. There, he provided instruction and guided a group of first graders in completing activities that taught them various engineering principles and encouraged creativity. 

Outside of school, Eduardo enjoyed playing soccer on both the high school and club teams. He also worked at an Ann Arbor fan-favorite, No Thai, during his junior and senior years, starting as a cashier and later becoming a cook. Eduardo is excited to begin his studies at the University of Michigan and to continue giving back to his community.

Theodore Campbell

Gabriel Richard - Riverview
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2026/2027

Theodore Campbell will be attending the University of Michigan College of Engineering to pursue a major in biomedical engineering. He is a proud student and Valedictorian of Gabriel Richard Catholic High School in Riverview. Over his high school journey, he has taken 9 AP classes and multiple honors classes while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. He is a founding member and captain of his high school's growing robotics team, which qualified for the state competition in its first year. Over the past 4 years in this club, he has taken it upon himself to grow proficient in many areas of engineering and machining, teaching what he has learned to his teammates and future members. In addition to robotics, Theodore has participated in varsity soccer, wrestling, cross country, and track and field. He was nominated by the CHSL as an All-Catholic soccer athlete and an All-Academic cross country athlete. He was a state finalist with his 4x800m relay team, won the team state championship in track, and has helped the cross country team qualify for states the last 2 years. Besides sports, Theodore has participated in a Polish dancing group and has become quite proficient with the guitar. He has been an active voice in his school's recruitment and management through his secretary position in the student government and presence as a student ambassador. Theodore has been actively involved in the NHS, Key Club, and other forms of service and outreach in his community. He is a member of his high school campus ministry and volunteers in his parish weekly at church services. He enjoys tutoring students during his free hour at school. During his free time, he loves to fix discarded or broken computers, bikes, and cars, and challenges himself to create robots and embark on engineering projects. Theodore is extremely grateful to receive this scholarship and is honored to have support in his college education. He greatly anticipates learning how to use engineering to improve people’s lives and health with technology.

Claire Christopherson

Southfield Christian High School
Jeanette Kitto Schumacher Scholarship
2026/2027

Isabella Coughlin

Salem High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2026/2027
Isabella will attend the University of Michigan Ross School of Business to earn a degree in Business Administration. Throughout high school she took a total of 10 AP and 3 honors classes, maintaining straight As and earning the title of AP Scholar with Distinction.

Kellen Gandee

Bedford High School
Chris Rossi Scholarship
2026/2027
Kellen Gandee will be attending the University of Michigan College of Engineering in the fall of 2026, with plans to major in Materials Science and Engineering. Kellen is graduating at the top of his class at Bedford Senior High School after maintaining a perfect GPA, taking all 10 AP courses offered at the school, and achieving an SAT superscore of 1550.

His biggest commitment outside of school is his leadership on Bedford’s FIRST Robotics Competition team, through which he spends hundreds of hours every year designing mechanical subsystems and coordinating strategic plans for events. Being an integral part of the team’s collective efforts, Kellen has aided them in winning a district event, being awarded the Industrial Design Award at the State Championship, and becoming divisional finalists at the World Championship in Houston.

He has also served as Class President and Executive Secretary of Bedford High School’s Student Council, Secretary of his community’s Youth Advisory Council, and a member of Youth Leadership Toledo. In his spare time, Kellen finds enjoyment in producing electronic music, exploring 3D modeling and printing softwares, and studying philosophical worldviews.

As he approaches his first year at the University of Michigan, he intends to join the M-Engin Academy, take part in one of Michigan’s renowned student project teams, pursue undergraduate research, and build a resume to prepare himself for graduate school. Having received this gracious scholarship offering, he hopes to take advantage of Michigan’s vast resources and enriching social environment to become the best version of himself.

Caleb Garrett

Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2026/2027
Caleb Garrett will attend the University of Michigan College of Engineering in the fall, where he plans to major in Electrical Engineering. During high school, Caleb had a rigorous schedule with 10 AP classes and maintained a GPA of 4.698 weighted / 3.993 unweighted. He is currently the captain of his high school lacrosse team. He has received Academic All State, MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award Finalist, and OAA Scholar Athlete honors during his lacrosse career. He participated in DECA, qualifying for the State Career Development Conference 3 times. Caleb was a member of NHS, Spanish Honors Society, and Investments Club at Seaholm. He also participated in Make Me a Maple, serving as a orientation leader and mentor for incoming freshmen. Outside of school, Caleb founded his own landscaping business, through which he manages accounts and a crew to provide landscaping, lawn care, and general property maintenance. He is also a youth lacrosse referee and coach. Caleb has received the Mitch Fischer Memorial Scholarship Award, College Board School Recognition Award, National Merit Commended Student, AP Scholar with Distinction Award, Pythagoras Scholar Mathematician Award, and is a Oakland Press Senior Scholar. Caleb is extremely grateful to receive this scholarship and is excited to attend the University of Michigan.

Ava Holman

Trenton Hgh School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2026/2027

Ava Holman will attend the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, where she plans to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration degree while pursuing a minor in Engineering. As the Salutatorian of Trenton High School, Ava has maintained a 3.99 unweighted GPA while completing 13 AP courses and 2 dual enrollment classes.

Ava is committed to leadership in her school and community. She is a founding member and Treasurer of her school’s Girl Up chapter, a global initiative focused on gender equality and empowering young women through outreach. Under her leadership, the club has grown into one of the largest organizations at her school, leading to her selection to represent it on Homecoming Court.

In addition, Ava serves as Vice President of Hospitality for her school’s DECA chapter, earning multiple district medals and qualifying for state competition. She is also Captain of the Mock Trial team, leading them to a 5th place finish at states her senior year.

Beyond school, Ava is involved in service. She has organized and contributed to initiatives including painting and delivering handmade cards to children with serious illnesses, supporting local food distribution efforts, and leading donation drives for women in need. Through her work, Ava aims to make a lasting impact on her community.

Ava is grateful for this scholarship and looks forward to continuing her academic and professional journey at the University of Michigan.

Lasya Jalari

Canton High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2026/2027
Lasya Jalari is a senior at Canton High School, and she will be attending the University of Michigan to study business. Currently, she is a participant in her school’s IB Diploma Programme, taking a total of 6 two-year IB courses. While taking multiple IB classes, she is an AP Scholar with Distinction. Additionally, she holds leadership positions in Key Club and Math Olympiad. She has won multiple awards in HOSA, and recently, she was named a National Merit Finalist. She is also on the Varsity Tennis Team. In her free time, Lasya enjoys playing tennis, biking, and spending time with friends and family.

Amogh Mavatoor

Northville High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2026/2027

I am a senior at Northville High School and will be attending the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, where I plan to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in consulting. Throughout high school, I have challenged myself with a rigorous academic program, earning recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction, National Merit Commended Scholar, and IB MYP Diploma recipient.

I am the co-founder and co-president of a nonprofit organization called Hope For Dignity, which is dedicated to promoting dignity and access to essential resources, and I have helped build multiple Little Free Libraries across the country. I also serve on the Wayne County Youth Council, where I helped create multiple resolutions focusing on food insecurity and financial literacy. In addition, I hold an executive board position in a service organization called VT SEVA with nearly 600 members and have contributed extensively as a youth board member, earning the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Gold) twice.

Additionally, I am a four-year varsity tennis player, state champion, all-state athlete, and team captain. I am also the president of the Northville chapter organization that provides tennis instruction to individuals with autism called ACEing Autism, where he has volunteered for four years. Additionally, I am a three-time DECA state champion and three-time international qualifier, and serve as one of the executive board members of my school's DECA chapter.

I have expanded my interests through internships in government, technology, and finance, gaining experience in policymaking, artificial intelligence, and financial analysis. I am also the founder and host of a youth-focused podcast with listeners across multiple states and countries, where I highlight diverse voices and perspectives.

I am incredibly grateful to receive this scholarship and look forward to continuing to combine business, leadership, and service to create meaningful impact. I am excited for the opportunities ahead at the University of Michigan and am committed to growing as both a leader and someone who can make tangible change in the community.

Hayden Schwartzenfeld

Bloomfield Hills High School
Frederick C Matthaei Scholarship
2026/2027
Hayden will be attending the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan, where he plans to major in either Biology, Health, and Society or Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, with a minor in Spanish, ultimately aiming to attend medical school. As a senior at Bloomfield Hills High School, Hayden has challenged himself through his academic career, taking a total of 15 AP/IB classes as well as several honors courses, and was recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction and Outstanding High School Senior through the College Board’s National Recognition Program. In school, Hayden proudly serves as a co-Editor in Chief of The Hawkeye, his school’s student-led newspaper, and President of Bloomfield Hills High School’s National Honor Society Chapter, leading over 300 active members. He also leads the Middle School Tutoring Club, which offers weekly tutoring sessions to middle school students, and is a co-president of his high school's Jewish Student Alliance. Hayden has played baseball and sailed throughout high school as well. Outside of school, Hayden is passionate about his community and gives back by volunteering with organizations like Friendship Circle, where he has spent hundreds of hours working with children and teens with various disabilities throughout high school. In addition, he has spent many hours volunteering at medical offices to gain experience and knowledge in healthcare. In his free time, Hayden enjoys traveling, being on the lake, volunteering, and spending time with his family and friends.

Daniel Shen

Northville High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2026/2027

I am currently a senior at Northville High School. I will be attending the Ross School of Business to pursue a Bachelor’s of Business Administration with a focus on consulting. Outside of school, I enjoy tutoring students on the SAT through my business ShenPrep and creating YouTube videos.

 

Regarding athletics, I am an All-Conference and All-District soccer player. This past summer, I co-organized our high school’s inaugural youth soccer camp fundraiser.

 

In terms of awards, I am proud to be a YouTube Partner, a National Merit Finalist, the 2024 Michigan Young Referee of the Year, and a Business Professionals of America state champion in the Personal Finance event.

 

I am extremely grateful for this scholarship, and I hope to use it well at the amazing University of Michigan.

Asia Shi

Huron High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2026/2027

Daniel Syed

International Academy
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2026/2027

Daniel is a senior at the International Academy in Bloomfield Hills and will attend the University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, where he plans to study neuroscience. He has pursued the IB Diploma Programme while maintaining strong academic performance and was recognized as a National Merit Commended Scholar.

He serves as President of the Biology Club and co-founded the Psychology Club. He has conducted independent neuroscience research and served as a volunteer research assistant at Wayne State University and the University of Michigan. He was selected as a Genes in Space finalist and a USA Biology Olympiad semifinalist, and placed 3rd at the Michigan State Brain Bee. As a Science Olympiad competitor, he has earned multiple awards at the regional, invitational, and state levels. He has also competed in economics competitions, including the Econ Challenge and Euro Challenge, where he advanced to the national level.

He has tutored over 150 students through Schoolhouse SAT Tutoring and Students Empowering Students, where he serves as Co-President, and has also worked as a math tutor for K–12 students. He volunteers at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, assisting with patient transport, and has received the Gold Presidential Volunteer Service Award twice for his commitment to service.

 

Outside of school, he enjoys playing sports, working out, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. He is honored to receive this scholarship and looks forward to attending the University of Michigan this fall.

Yueyang Wu

Rochester Adams High School
Frederick C Matthaei Scholarship
2026/2027
Yueyang Wu will pursue a BBA at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. She has completed rigorous coursework throughout high school, including nine AP courses and six college courses, earning a 4.0 unweighted GPA. She is a National Merit Finalist and U.S. Presidential Scholar candidate. A passionate leader and communicator, Yueyang serves as Chapter Vice President of DECA and President of the Debate Club at Adams. She placed fourth at the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) and has earned multiple top honors in debate. She is committed to serving her community through the National Honor Society and service initiatives, earning the Gold Presidential Volunteer Service Award. In her free time, she enjoys painting, trying foods from different cultures, and spending quality time with her family and friends. Yueyang is honored to receive the Frederick C. Matthaei scholarship and looks forward to learning and growing at Ross. 

Evan Wyatt

Dakota High School,
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2026/2027
Evan will attend the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan, where he intends to study Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, ultimately planning to pursue medical school. As a summa cum laude graduate of Dakota High School, he ranked in the top 1% of his class of over 600 students. Evan took a challenging course load, including 12 AP classes and several honors classes, and was recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction. He also earned first place in the regional Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competition. As a dedicated leader, Evan serves as Vice President of Dakota Key Club, President of Animal Welfare Workers, and is a leading officer in both National Honor Society and National Psychology Honor Society. Through these roles, he has discovered a deep sense of fulfillment and purpose in serving his community throughout high school. One of Evan’s most rewarding experiences was serving as National President of the Social Justice Dialogue Club, where he led meaningful weekly conversations guided by his commitment to equity and inclusivity; Evan is a firm believer that respectful dialogue results in greater understanding and drives positive change in the community. Beyond academics and leadership, Evan has worked as a gymnastics coach since the age of 14, mentoring young athletes year-round. He also serves as a shift lead at the Dodge Park Splash Pad and operates his own independent automotive detailing business. Evan looks forward to his time at the University of Michigan and remains committed to community service initiatives.

Angela Zhang

Troy High School
David J. Hallissey Memorial Scholarship
2026/2027
Angela is a proud part of Troy High School’s Class of 2026. She has a mission to empower children through education, which she accomplishes by leading two student nonprofits: the Association of Technology and Education Foundation and The New Page Project. Angela has also been part of the Troy Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board for years - where she organized events for local kids - and served as the president. Furthermore, Angela has always been drawn to business. She won the DECA International Career Development Conference (a business competition) in 2025. In addition, Angela is an avid artist and athlete. She has been a key part of the Troy Girls Varsity Tennis team for three years. Last year she was the state semifinalist in doubles, and this year she is the team captain. Angela’s future path is to study business at the UM Ross School of Business (her dream school). She will use her learning to create even more change.