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PAGE A12, KEIZERTIMES, APRIL 9, 2021 LIFE Three Celts receive Act Six scholarships BY MATT RAWLINGS Of the Keizertimes Act Six — a leadership and scholarship program that connects local faith-based community affi liates with faith and social justice-based colleges to equip emerging urban and community leaders to engage the college campus and their communities Saluting the people that make — selects multiple promising urban lead- us proud of our community ers in the Salem-Portland area for full-tui- tion, full-need scholarships to three local presented by Christian colleges each year. Out of the 14 full-ride scholarships awarded in 2021, three of the recipients are from McNary High School. McNary seniors Sophiya Chuprova, Maxim Zagaynov and Karla Martinez Pantoja each received an Act Six scholar- ship and will begin their college studies this fall. Chuprova and Zagaynov will be attending Corban University and Martinez service twice per week and is a part of a Pantoja will be going to George Fox worship dance team — which is why she is thrilled to have the opportunity to attend a University. “The Act Six scholarship award is life Christian college. “When I gave my life to the Lord it changing. These students will not have to worry about how to pay for college. This changed who I was. It gave me a new per- award is a full-need scholarship that cov- spective of life. Because of God, I am still ers not only tuition, but also room, board, here, grateful for what the Lord has planned books and personal expenses while in col- for me,” Martinez Pantoja said. “I am pro- lege. Students can focus on their educa- foundly excited to be a part of a community tion while engaging in opportunities to be where I will grow as a student and person. leaders on campus and in their communi- I am excited to work with other students ties,” said Rochelle Farris, the College and who strive for leadership and change in our communities.” Career Center advisor at McNary. Zagaynov, on the other hand, is still Act Six scholars must be committed to anti-racism and compelled to work for jus- undecided on what he wants to major in, tice and equity. They also must be pas- sionate about learn- These students are truly ing, eager to foster intercultural relation- leaders in the community, ships, willing to step out of their comfort in their churches and even zones, committed to serving those around inside their homes. them and ready to make a diff erence on campus and at home. One of College & Career Center advisor, McNary M a r t i n e z Pantoja's main passions is social justice and community but he does know that wherever his major development, which is why she will be pur- takes him, he is looking forward to using suing a degree in social work at George Fox this opportunity to benefi t himself and his community. as a fi rst-generation student. “As a recipient of this scholarship, I feel “With my education in social work, I will obtain the skills and knowledge to work blessed. It's a huge opportunity for me to with others and communicate with our exceed my level of education with the families. I hope that with my knowledge, I stress of loans off my back. I am so thankful will unite and strengthen our communities and I can't wait to grow in the community. to work together and create a change in our I can't wait to reach the pinnacle of my suc- country. My goal is to make a diff erence by cess in life through this educational oppor- impacting the lives of those who surround tunity. I want to return all the support to my community, friends, and family,” Zagaynov me,” Martinez Pantoja said. Martinez Pantoja's Christian faith plays said. During the selection process — which a huge role in her life — she attends church Feel -Good STORY — ROCHELLE FARRIS TOP: Karla Martinez Pantoja, ABOVE: Maxim Zagaynov, RIGHT: Sophiya Chuprova M emorial C enters ◆ C remation & B urial Simplicity - Convenience - Low Cost simple cremation simple direct burial church funeral ◆ $795 ◆ $995 ◆ $2965 Salem Portland Eastside 275 Lancaster Dr. SE Salem, OR 97317 832 NE Broadway Portland, OR 97232 1433 SE 122nd Ave. Portland, OR 97233 (503) 581-6265 (503) 783-3393 (503) 783-6865 Tualatin Tigard Milwaukie 8970 SW Tualatin Sherwood Rd. Tualatin, OR 97062 12995 SW Pacifi c Hwy Tigard, OR 97223 16475 SE McLoughlin Blvd. Milwaukie, OR 97267 (503) 783-6869 (503) 653-7076 (503) 885 -7800 “Easy Online Arrangements” CrownCremationBurial.com
