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Smoke Signals July 1992 (graduation, continued) STUDENT: JOE SIMI SCHOOL: West Coast Training MAJOR: Heavy Equipment Operation DEGREE: Diploma of Completion and Licence In an effort to overcome problems due to lack of employment in the timber industry, Mr. JOE SIMI took steps to seek re-training. He participated in the state of Oregon's "Dislocated Worker" program and the tribe's Adult Vocational Training Program. Mr. Simi enrolled in West Coast Training and enrolled in the school's eight week Heavy Equipment Operation Program. On March 20, 1992, Mr. Simi received his diploma for the Basic Survey, Heavy Equipment Operation Program. "At times the work and classes were a little difficult, but I enjoyed to program and was able to finish on schedule", Joe stated. Mr. Simi is currently working, and thanked the tribe for all the assistance provided. Joe, our CONGRATULATIONS! SCHOLARSHIPS UNDERGRADUATES BRIAN MERCIER Mr. Mercier graduated from NORTH SALEM HIGH SCHOOL, June, 1992. While attending North, he maintained a 3.33 GPA in an accelerated academic program. He plans to attend the University of Oregon during the 1992-93 school year, and will major in Secondary Education, Mathematics. Bryan receives $3000.00 tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship, based on academics and leadership. Bryan also received an Achievement and Recognition Award for outstanding high school students from the tribe's Education Scholarship Program. lf' llf'r MM v Bryan Mercier SHELBY OLSON Ms. Olson enrolled in Chemeketa Community College in 1991-92 in a transfer program. Shelby, on her application, indicated she wants to work with hearing impaired children in teaching. Shelby has earned a 3.60 GPA while attending CCC. She plans to attend Chemeketa during the 1992-93 school year and transfer to Western Oregon State College. She hopes to major in Elementary Education, Handicapped and Special Education. Shelby will receive a $3000.00 tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship. PATRICK GALLIC HER Mr. Galligher graduated in June, 1992 from JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL. He received praise from teachers, Page 8 councilors, and coaches for his hard work and community involvement Patrick maintained a 3.16 GPA at Jesuit Patrick plans to attend Willamette University in the 1992-1993 school year. He will major in Business Administration, with a minor in Marketing Science. Patrick receives $3000.00 in tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship. Mr. Galligher also received an Achievement & Recognition Award for his outstanding academics and leadership. In April 1992, Patrick received an Oregon Indian Education Association academic scholarship. is?r:x if II . ii f!iiijP-i' ' ijf;!:;:! I iSi'ST'i M Patrick Galligher APRIL FINNEY In June, 1992, Ms. Finney graduated from PATEROS HIGH SCHOOL in Pateros, Washington. She " maintained a 3.53 GPA and was involved in student government. April received much praise and support from her teachers, councilors, and principal, for her involvement and hard work. Ms. Finney plans to attend Wenatchee Valley College in the Fall, where she will major in Hotel and Hospitality Management. April receives $3000.00 from the tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship. MELANIE DUGGAN Ms. Duggan graduated from NORTH CLACKAMAS CHRISTAIN HIGH SCHOOL in June, 1992. She earned a 3.51 GPA and during her senior year maintained a 4.00 GPA. Melanie has her goals set on earning a nursing degree from Linfield College. She also hopes to continue her education for an eventual Master's degree. Melanie will receive $3000.00 in an Education Trust Fund Scholarship. GRADUATES KRISTI SEIDEL usiiiilR'1 re f " II mm Ms. Seidel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 1990 from the University of Oregon. She has been accepted into the SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, University of Kansas for the 1992-1993 school year. Kristi's goal is to become a medical doctor .She feels strongly about the health needs of Native Americans and hopes to make a contribution. Kristi is awarded $5000.00 from tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship program for her graduate studies. ANDREW JENNESS Mr. Jenness graduated from the University of Oregon b 1990 where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology d Business Administration. Andrew has been accepted into the University of Oregon's School of Law for the 1992-93 school year. He plans on earning a degree in Law and also seeks to complete a Master's degree in Business Administration. Andrew received a $5000.00 award from the tribal Education Trust Fund Scholarship program. RECOGNITION & ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS TROY FLORES The Class of 1992 as well as our tribe can be proud of Troy. Troy has overcome learning disabilities to graduate with an accumulative GPA of 3.7 from Robert E. Lee high School in Baytown, Texas. His awards and activities have been: honor roll, cheerleader, varsity letter in football, soccer, swim team, senior planning committee, and "All School Favorite" to name a few. Troy was chosen by his peers in the Students Against Driving Drunk Club to be peer model to campaign against driving under the influence of alcohol. Troy plans to pursue a degree in dentistry. . RENAE DOUGLASS Renae is a member of the Class of 1992. She graduated from Gresham High School as a member of the honor roll. Her other honors include French Honor Society, and Student of the Month-English. Renae participated in track, cheerleading, and she was a candystriper. Renae will be attending Oregon State University where she will pursue a degree in Business. CHRIS MERCIER Well done! Chris is an "excellent student" at North Salem High School with a GPA of about 3.6. He is considered conscientious, dependable, hardworking, friendly, and willing to stand up for what he believes. Chris was selected as the French student, of the month and he is on the reader's panel of the Salem Statesmen etter in football, soccer, swim team, senior planning LORI GREENBERG Lori has earned a music achievement award for solo and ensemble and has competed in several competitions. She plays basketball and participates in 4-H activities. She has proven herself as an "outstanding student, very hard worker, a person of integrity and one who has the respect and admiration of her peers". Lori would like to major in English and Music and pursue a teaching degree.
