Jennafer Buckshaw, 2022
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Jennafer graduated from Mount Hebron High School in Howard County, Maryland and is
enrolled as a forensic chemistry major at Towson University in the fall 2022. While
at Mount Hebron High School, Jennafer also took classes at the Biotechnology Career
Academy for Howard County Public Schools where she enrolled in advanced coursework
in topics related to the application of Biotechnology in Forensic Science, Virology,
Microbial Ecology, Genetic and Inherited Diseases among others. She was involved
in the schools Dance club and multiple other extracurricular clubs. After graduating
from Towson University, Jennafer plans to continue on towards a Ph.D and then workiin
the field of forensic science.
Mackenzie Dupre, 2022
Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship
Mackenzie graduated from Upper St. Clair High School in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania
and is enrolled as a molecular biology, biochemistry and bioinformatics major at Towson
University in the fall 2022. At Upper St. Clair High School, Mackenzie was on the
honor roll and dean's list academically, and she was a member of the National Honor
Society and the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. Her
extracurricular activities included being a member of the school soccer and track
teams, a mathematics tutor, and a volunteer with the St. Bernard Lunch for the Homeless
Program. After graduating from Towson University, Mackenzie plans to continue her
education, and she aspires to make a difference in the world as a strong female leader
in the Biomedical Engineering Field
Kali Ferguson, 2021
Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship
Kali graduated from Forest Park High School in Woodbridge, Virgina and is enrolled
as a computer science major at Towson University in the fall 2021. Kali was co-founder
and leader of the Brain Buddies club at her high school. This club fosters socialization
and academics neuroatypical and neurotypical students both during and after school.
She was also the P.R officer of her high school's Leadership Council. After graduating
from Towson University, Kali wants to work with other software developers to create
new and more efficient environmental safeguards like earthquake detection systems.
Leonard Johnson, 2021
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Leonard graduated from Huntington High School in Calvert County, Maryland and is enrolled
as a mathematics major at Towson University in the fall 2021. At Huntington High
School. Leonard was a Mathematics Club executive officer, and also was a leader in
the competition committee of the Mu Alpha Theta National Mathematics Honor Society.
Some of his extra-curricular activities include active participation in the Rubik's
Cube, Tae Kwon Do, Chess and Stock Market clubs. Leonard is very active in programs
of his church. After graduating from Towson University, Leonard plans to complete
graduate study in actuarial science and then work as an actuary or mathematician.
Clarence Powell Jr., 2021
Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship
Clarence graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School in Prince George's County, Maryland
and is enrolled as a Computer Science with a Cyber Operations Track major at Towson
University in the Fall 2021. Clarence was an active member in the National Society
of Black Engineers Summer Experience for Kids. While in this program, he was the
team leader for the battery operated wood car project which won second place in the
national competition. Clarence was a four-year member of the DeMatha Track and Field
team and ran in the sprint races. Outside of school, he worked for Margaret's Open
Arms, an non-profit organization that collects and distributes clothing to people
in need. After earning his undergraduate degree, Clarence plans to continue at Towson
in the Master's in Computer Science with a Track in Computer Security program. Upon
completing his master's degree, Clarence plans to join the cybersecurity workforce.
Colin Choudhary, 2020
Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship
Colin graduated from Linganore High School in Frederick County, Maryland and enrolled in the computer science and engineering dual-degree program at Towson
University in the fall of 2020. Colin was the president of the Linganore Chapter of the National Honor Society and competed
many Advanced Placement courses. He also participated in the Project Lead the Way
Program which introduces students to different fields of engineering. Some of his
extracurricular activities include playing on the schools travel soccer team, maintaining
a lawn-care business and musical performances and compositions. After graduating
from Towson University, Colin wants to be able to work on producing sustainable energy
projects and designing innovative farming techniques.
Grace Larocque, 2020
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Grace graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in St. Johnsbury, Vermont and enrolled as a mathematics major with a concentration in actuarial science and
risk management at Towson University in the fall of 2020. Grace completed many Advanced
Placement courses, and she was the treasurer of her school's National Honor Society.
Grace was the only student in Vermont to earn a Gold Medal in the National Spanish
Exam. Among her many extra-curricular activities are volunteer fundraising for the
American Cancer Society, American Red Cross and the Alzheimer's Association. She
held a leadership position in the Senior Dance Company, and she is a classically trained
pianist. After graduating from Towson University, Grace plans to continue her career
in actuarial science and risk management.
Angelique Sumilang, 2020
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Angelique graduated from Fallston High School in Harford County, Maryland and is enrolled as a Biology major at Towson University in the Fall 2020. At Fallston
High School, Angelique ranked first in her class and was the president of the Science
National Honor Society. As a junior, she received the school's award as the outstanding
student in science and mathematics. Outside of the classroom, Angelique is was a
volunteer in the food services area at a local homeless shelter, volunteered in the
Emergency and Pre-Operations departments at the Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, and
taught swimming and water safety to children. After graduating from Towson University,
Angelique plans to devote herself to helping people and improving the lives of others.
Hannah Little, 2019
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Hannah graduated from Boonsboro High School in Washington County, Maryland and enrolled as a physics major at Towson University in the fall of 2019. Hannah
was a member of the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta - the Mathematics Honor
Society. In addition she was on the Boonsboro Quiz Bowl team, which went to the national
tournament last year. Hannah also participated in the Physics Olympics. Some of
her extracurricular activities include being a Girl Scout troop leader and a teaching
assistant in the College for Kids program at Hagerstown Community College. After
graduating from Towson University, Hannah plans to either pursue a career in medicine
or scientific research.
Phuong Dinh Nguyen, 2019
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Phuong Dinh graduated from Eastern Technical High School in Baltimore County, Maryland and enrolled as a computer science major at Towson University in the fall 2019. Phuong
Dinh was the president of the National Art Honor Society and the historian of her
graduating class. In addition she was a student lead for the school's CyberPatriot
team. Phuong's extracurricular activities included being in her school's drama production,
participating on the robotics team, and interning at the Department of Defense. After
graduating from Towson University, Phuong Dinh plans to either pursue a graduate degree
in computer science.
Taylor Pettaway, 2019
Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship
Taylor graduated from Riverdale Baptist School in Prince Georges County, Maryland and enrolled as a physics major at Towson University in the fall of 2019. Taylor was a member of both the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society.
In addition she was vice-president of her senior class. Among her extracurricular activities were playing on her schools varsity softball team and the
girls varsity soccer team, on which she was the captain. After graduating from Towson
University, Taylor plans to earn a maser's degree in electrical engineering and then
work for a major corporation.
Alexandra Reifer, 2019
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Alexandra graduated from Patterson Mill High School in Harford County, Maryland and enrolled as a biology major at Towson University in the fall of 2019, with interest
in the Pre-Engineering program. Alexandra was a member of the National Honor Society,
the Art National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society. Among her
extra-curricular activities, she was the captain of her high school girl's basketball
team, and she was a student mentor. After graduating from Towson University, Alexandria
plans to either pursue a career in military engineering or to attend medical school
and become a surgeon.
Brett Weeks, 2019
Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship
Brett graduated from Edgewood High School in Harford County, Maryland and enrolled
as a biology major in fall 2019. At Edgewood High School, Brett took IB Chemistry
and IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science courses. The IB courses are university-level
content and pedagogy, and involved designing and implementing novel investigations
in chemistry and other scientific fields. Brett's extracurricular activities included:
his high school marching and concert bands, mathematics honor society, captain of
the junior varsity tennis team, and being on the It's Academic and Science Olympiad
teams. After graduating from Towson University, Brett plans to attend medical school
with the goal of becoming a neurosurgeon.