COTTAGE GROVE, WI (May 7, 2025) – ALCIVIA is proud to announce the 25 recipients of its annual scholarship program, each receiving a $1,000 award to support their continued education. This year’s recipients include high school seniors and current college students pursuing various post-secondary paths across Wisconsin.
The scholarships were awarded during an in-person and virtual scholarship reception, which brought students together statewide. The event provided recipients an opportunity to connect with ALCIVIA leadership and share their academic goals, career aspirations, and community involvement.
“Supporting the next generation of agricultural and community leaders is a great pleasure of ours,” said Jim Dell, CEO and President. “These scholarships represent more than financial support – they’re an investment in students who demonstrate outstanding dedication to their education, extracurricular activities, and local communities.”
The ALCIVIA scholarship program encourages academic, professional, and leadership development. ALCIVIA is excited to announce the 2025-26 winners:
High School Recipients
Chloe Auth – Durand Arkansaw High School, Viterbo University
Faith Hull – Central WI Christian School, UW-Platteville
Elsja Meijer – Glenwood City High School, UW-River Falls
Morgan Schoof – Waterford Union High School, Iowa State University
Morgan Hilger – McDonell Area Catholic School, UW-River Falls
Alison George – Mondovi High School, UW-River Falls
Shaelyn Brantner – Mondovi High School, UW-River Falls
Karisa Ridgman – High School of Health Sciences, UW-River Falls
Makayla Moelter – River Falls High School, UW-Eau Claire
Ashton Brusveen – Cambria-Friesland High School, UW-Platteville
Brinna Goplin – Whitehall High School, UW-River Falls
Grace Williamson – Amery High School, Winona State University
Hunter Carlson – Unity High School, Northwood Technical College
Charlie Baize – Independence High School, UW-Stout
Ella McConnell – Eleva-Strum High School, UW-Eau Claire
Micah Zwiefelhofer – Eau-Claire Memorial High School, UW-Platteville
Keagan Kuhl – Hudson High School, UW-Madison
Brooke Yecoshenko – Waunakee High School, UW-Platteville
Gracy Fox – East Troy High School, Gateway Technical College
Elise Weinzirl – Durand Arkansaw High School, Chippewa Valley Technical College
College Recipients
Cole Sarbacker – Augsburg University
Amy Luginbuhl – UW-Platteville
Nora Meyer – UW-Madison
Abe Clark – Blackhawk Technical College
Courtney Bauer – UW-River Falls
Since the program began in 1989, ALCIVIA has awarded over 950 scholarships totaling more than $500,000 – part of its broader commitment to strengthening agriculture and the communities it serves through the Giving Back program.
“Every year, we’re inspired by the drive and passion of our scholarship recipients,” added Jim Lange, board chairman. “It’s rewarding to hear their stories and know we’re helping them build a bright future.”
Scholarships were awarded based on academic achievement, leadership qualities, extracurricular involvement, personal motivation, and clearly defined educational and career goals. Eligible applicants included high school seniors planning to attend post-secondary institutions, as well as students enrolled in four-year universities, two-year technical colleges, or short-course programs. Applicants must be members, employees, or children of members or employees of the cooperative.
ALCIVIA is a leading, member-owned agricultural and energy cooperative driven by our passion for excellence and a future without boundaries. Located in Wisconsin and serving farm, business and retail customers in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa, our engaged employees provide innovative, responsible solutions to help drive the immediate and long-term success of our customers, including low-interest operating loans and input financing, as well as best-in-class products and services for the agronomy, animal nutrition, energy, and grain needs of our customers.
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