A Marcus Whitman High School senior is among 10 students across the Rochester and Finger Lakes region to receive a college scholarship from ESL Federal Credit Union.
Lydia Foust was awarded a $2,000 ESL College Scholarship, recognizing her contributions to the community and commitment to helping others. She was one of 10 graduating seniors selected from a pool of more than 190 applicants.
The scholarship program honors students who have made meaningful impacts in their communities through leadership, service and acts of kindness. Applicants were required to be ESL members in good standing, plan to attend an accredited college or university this fall, and submit transcripts, recommendations and information about extracurricular and volunteer activities.
ESL officials said this year’s recipients demonstrated a strong commitment to helping their communities thrive and prosper. Students were encouraged to reflect on that theme as part of the application process.
The Rochester-based credit union awarded a total of $20,000 in scholarships this year, providing $2,000 to each recipient as they prepare to begin college this fall.
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