Fisher Student Scholars

Annalise Bocklage, 2023

Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship

Annalise graduated from Rising Sun High School in Cecil County, Maryland and is enrolled as a environmental science major at Towson University in the fall 2023. While at Mount Hebron High School, she took many honors and advanced placement courses and was a member of the Rising Sun National Honors Society.  Annalise’s extracurricular activities included playing varsity field hockey and lacrosse, participating in the school's marching band, and a leadership position in the Environthon team.  Outside of school, she was active in the Girl Scouts and worked as a camp counselor,   After graduating from Towson University, Annalise plans to become a water conservation scientist for the National Park Service.

Makenzie Earle, 2023

Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship

Makenzie graduated from Maurice J. McDonough High School in Charles County, Maryland and is enrolled as a physics major at Towson University in the fall 2023.  While at Maurice McDonough High School, she excelled in the schools honor classes.  When not in class, Makenzie participated in the schools concert band and on the soccer team.  After graduating from Towson University, she plans on pursuing her interest in astrophysics.

Brady Nathison, 2023

Jess Fisher Pre-Engineering Scholarship

Brady graduated from Fuquay-Varina High School in  Fuquay-Varina , North Carolina and is enrolled as a computational physics major at Towson University in the fall 2023.  While at Fuquay-Varina High School, in addition to the standard course work, he enrolled in classes in engineering graphics, statistics, and physics.  Outside of the classroom, Brady played varsity baseball; and he will be playing on the Towson University baseball team this year.  After graduating from Towson University, he plans to continue at graduate school in mechanical engineering.

Vi Nguyen, 2023

Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship

Vi graduated from Eastern Technical High School in Baltimore County, Maryland and is enrolled as a computer science major at Towson University in the fall 2023.  While at Eastern Technical High School, he was enrolled almost exclusively gifted and talented, honors, advanced placement and college credit courses.  In his senior year, Vi participated in a work-study program at thee Department of Defense.  In addition he was a member of the school’s CyberPatriot team.  Outside of classwork, Vi was the founder and president of the school’s Origami Club.  After graduating from Towson University, he plans to begin a career at the Department of Defense.

Gabriella Trincia, 2023

Jess Fisher FCSM Scholarship

Gabriella  graduated from Conrad Schools of Science in Wilmington, Delaware and is enrolled as a forensic chemistry major at Towson University in the fall 2023.  While at the Conrad Schools of Science, she took the advanced placement and honors courses and specialized in the series of biotechnology courses.  Among the extracurricular activities, Gabriella serves a a laboratory aide for the Biotechnology I course.  After graduating from Towson University, she plans to embark on  career as a crime scene investigator for he FBI’s Forensic Examination Services.

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.