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Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
Betsie Williams
Betsie is from Dewitt and is attending Alma College, studying Biology (Pre-Med) and intends to pursue a Doctor of Medicine. Her parent is Matt Williams of the Remediation and Redevelopment Division in Constitution Hall.
Ericka Asmus
Ericka is from Marquette and will be attending Dartmouth College, pursuing a degree in Materials Science Engineering with a Minor in Chemistry. Her parent is Tom Asmus of the Water Resources Division in Marquette.
Nick Hare
Nick is from Saginaw and is attending Central Michigan University, pursuing a degree in Neuroscience. His parent is Chris Hare of the Air Quality Division
in Bay City.
Ryne Bennett
Ryne is from Lewiston and will be attending Kirtland Community College, pursuing degrees in Electrical Technology and Applied Science. His parent is Jenny Bennett of the Materials Management Division in Gaylord.
Sheridan Leinbach
Sheridan is from Lansing and will be attending Albion College to pursue degrees in Political Science and Women’s and Gender Studies. Her parent is Abby Leinbach of the Remediation and Redevelopment Division in Lansing.
Department of Natural Resources
Virginia Berger
Virginia will be attending Grand Valley State University seeking a degree in Biomedical Sciences. Her mother, Brandy Dybas-Berger, works for the Wildlife Division at Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area.
Joshua Crook
Joshua will be attending Michigan Technological University seeking a degree in Electrical Engineering. His mother, Michelle Crook, works in the Executive Division in Lansing.
James Domitrovich
James is attending Gogebic Community College seeking a degree in Civil Engineering. His father, David Domitrovich, works for the Parks and Recreation Division at Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park.
Alyssa Pechta
Alyssa is attending University of Michigan, Flint and seeking a Doctorate of Nursing Practice. Both of Her parents, William and Gwen Pechta work for the Parks and Recreation Division at Straits State Park.
Kate Zorn
Kate is attending Spring Arbor University pursuing degrees in History and Spanish. Her father, Troy Zorn, works for the Fisheries Division at Marquette Fisheries Research Station.
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Amanda Diddams
Amanda of Marquette will be attending the University of Michigan seeking an Engineering degree. Her father John works for the Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division.
Emily Feldpausch
Emily of St. Johns will be attending Michigan State University seeking a Master of Science degree in Food Safety. She works for the Geagley Laboratory.
Zoey Zupin
Zoey of Kentwood will be attending Michigan State University seeking a degree in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Her father Mike works for the Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division.
Katherine Juhola
Katherine of Gwinn will be attending Northern Michigan University seeking a Building Technology degree. Her mom Angela works for the Food and Dairy Division.
Katherine Kennedy
Katherine of Rochester will be attending Oakland University seeking an Elementary Education degree. Her mom Amy works for the Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division.
Luke Lyons
Luke of Jackson will be attending Michigan State University seeking a Computer Engineering degree. His dad Tim works for the Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division.
Michael Maynard
Michael of Leslie will be attending the University of Michigan seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Engineering degree. His mom, Deann, works for the Executive Office.
Nishi Patel
Nishi of Okemos will be attending Michigan State University seeking a PHD in Neuroscience and Psychology. Her mother, Jayshree, works for the Laboratory Division.