NDSA Awards $14,000 in Scholarships

NDSA Awards $14,000 in Scholarships in Memory of Bruce W. Krupke

The Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association, Inc., recently announced it awarded a total of $14,000 to 11 students who were the winners of the Bruce W. Krupke Memorial Scholarship for the 20212022 academic year. Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 were awarded to students whose majors are related to the dairy/food industry or are in agriculture programs. Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 were awarded to students pursuing any major. Students attending two and four-year colleges and universities, as well as trade schools, and had a connection to the NDSA or NDFA membership were eligible to apply.

Two years ago, the Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association board of directors dedicated the scholarship in memory of Bruce W. Krupke, who served as executive vice president of the Northeast Dairy Foods Association and Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association for 27 years.

“We were thrilled to see the quality of applicants that we received for this year’s Bruce W. Krupke Memorial Scholarship,” said Bill Elliott, president of the Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association board of directors. “Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association is honored to be able to provide these funds to students who are working towards their goals and dreams. Congratulations to all the recipients!”

To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must be an employee, an immediate family member of a current NDSA or NDFA member or a student member of NDSA themselves, and must be enrolled for the 2021-2022 academic year as a full-time student with a minimum of 12 credits and a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Scholarship information is available each year after Feb. 1 with applications due by June 1 through the association’s website. Scholarships are funded through the association’s events, like the annual golf tournament and clambake, as well as member dues and sponsorship of annual industry events.

“Receiving this scholarship was really a token of support for me,” said Jennifer Carl, who hopes to become a veterinarian after completing her undergraduate work in biology at St. John Fisher College. “When I tell people I want to become a veterinarian, I’m often reminded how hard it is and how many more years of school I’ll have to get through. That can be discouraging. But, winning this scholarship has been a reminder to me that I can accomplish this if I set my mind to it!”

Here is an overview of this year’s winners accomplishments and plans for the future.

HANNAH BOYD

Hannah Boyd is the daughter of David Boyd, an employee of NDSA member Statco-DSI Process Systems. She is studying

industrial engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. An honor student at the Swanson School of Engineering at Pitt, Boyd has received an amazing list of accolades and awards related to her studies. She is also an engineering ambassador and peer advisor for the university, as well as a Lean Six Sigma white belt.

“I chose industrial engineering because, from a young age, I have always been inspired by my father to be an engineer. After further education and utilizing the resources provided at Pitt, I found that I enjoyed productivity analysis and operations research, both divisions of the industrial engineering field,” Boyd explained. ‘I foresee a future in logistics, and my end goal is to obtain a job in the industrial engineering field for a company that believes in sustainability and is always striving to improve its processes.”

Boyd recently completed a co-op experience at FedEx Group, where she worked on the dynamic route optimization team developing and enhancing an application that creates work areas and optimizes routes for service providers. She also interned at Statco-DSI Process Systems. And, if that weren’t enough, this very accomplished young woman recently completed her first marathon!

JENNIFER CARL

Jennifer Carl is the daughter of Donna Carl, who is an employee of NDSA member Dairy Farmers of America. She is attending St. John Fisher College as a biology major. Carl ranked 10th in her high school class of 658 students and has won a number of scholarships and awards. At St. John Fisher, Carl is on the Dean’s List and is a member of the honors program and the Tri Beta Honor Society. She is also a player on the St. John Fisher volleyball team.

Her work experience includes working for NDFA member Byrne Dairy at its New York State Fair ice cream stand and as a telemarketer for State Farm Insurance Co., as well as a veterinarian assistant at a local veterinarian’s practice.

“I chose biology because of my passion to learn and understand how living organisms work. It will provide the framework needed to further my career as a veterinarian,” she explained. “My long-term goal is to earn a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry and then obtain my doctorate of veterinary medicine and complete a residency specializing in animal surgery. One day, I hope to open up my own veterinary practice.”

JUSTIN CARLSON

Justin Carlson is the son of Bradley Carlson, an employee of Agri-Mark/Cabot Cheese. On the Dean’s List and a recipient of the Dean’s Merit Scholarship, Carlson is a student at the University of Vermont studying nutrition and food science.

“I chose my major because I am very interested in how our food is produced and how its nutrients impact our health,” Carlson said. “I plan to take my knowledge of food science and nutrition and apply it as a nurse practitioner. My goal is to enter a graduate nurse practitioner program after graduation.”

In addition, he served on the tribal council of the Abenaki Native American comnunity for several years. He has also worked as a resident assistant at an assisted living facility, as a machine shop equipment operator and also as a dental aide, assisting with COVID-19 protocols and infection control at a dental practice.

KELSEY DELANEY

Kelsey Delaney is the niece of Wendy Martin, the CEO for NDSA member Energy Partner Consultants, Inc. Now attending the London School of Economics, Delaney recently graduated from Union College with a double major in political science and philosophy and was the recipient of numerous honors and awards, as well as being on the Dean’s List. Delaney recently had an internship working for the public defender and district attorney’s offices in Albany, New York, where she helped gather information on cases. She was also a a volunteer for George Amedore’s campaign for the 46th New York State Senate District.

“I chose to major in political science because, in order to combat climate change and other environmental issues, you must have a clear understanding of our political system. We need to conceptualize and implement changes to preserve the earth. Our understanding of developments in both sustainable and conventional environmental preservation methods will have impacts seen across all generations, and the main way we have to implement change in the system is to be directly involved in politics,” Delaney explained. “I chose my philosophy major because I wanted to be equipped with the skills that allow me to have a deeper understanding of topics and look at issues from a different perspective. With both of these majors, I will be able to make a large impact on our political system when it comes to implementing change and advocating for policies that benefit our environment.”

BRANDI HIMES

Brandi Himes is the daughter of Duane Himes, who is employed at NDFA member Turkey Hill Dairy. She is majoring in biology at Lebanon Valley College, where she is on the Dean’s List.

She is a pharmacy technician and has worked as a donor support technician at CSL Plasma. Himes also works as a

trainer at Turkey Hill Dairy, helping new hires acclimate to their jobs. In addition, she has been on five mission trips that she calls “life changing” for taking her out of her comfort zone in order to help underserved communities.

“I decided to study biology because it is a broad topic that covers many different subjects, so there is a surplus of opportunities for me,” Himes said. “”Biology also dives deeper into the definition of life and living.”

IAN MICHAEL MCHUGH

Ian Michael McHugh is the son of Catherine Paige McHugh, an employee of NDFA member Guida’s Dairy. He is studying neuroscience at the University of Vermont. In addition, McHugh is a cheesemonger, handling sales, customer service and food preparation with expertise in cheese and meat, including methods of preparation, food and drink pairings and flavor profiles. He is a ski instructor and a musician who plays five instruments and has recorded music published by local labels.

“I chose to study neuroscience because I am fascinated and perplexed by the way medicines interact with our brains and can be used to treat chronic or limited-length mental health conditions,” he said, adding that it was his grandmother’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia that inspired him.

“On another note, I believe that my experience as a cheesemonger has given me great leadership skills and helped me learn to handle stress,” he added. “The job consists of working closely alongside co-workers and in a kitchen. As a result, I have become adept at navigating customer orders to find out what tastes they like and how I can provide them with valuable services to fit their needs.”

MATTHEW OSTERHAUDT

Matthew Osterhaudt is the son of Michael Osterhaudt, an employee of NDSA member Nalco Water. He is attending Le Moyne College, where he is studying biology in the Physician Assistant Program. Osterhaudt is also an Eagle Scout, who served as a staff member at the scout’s National Youth Leadership training, a tutor and was a member of the Fayetteville-Manlius High School varsity volleyball and rowing teams.

“I chose to be a biology major because my aim is to become a physician assistant through Le Moyne’s 4+2 Direct Entry Physician Assistant Studies Pathway, which allows me to earn a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, followed by a master’s degree in physician assistant studies. I want to be a PA so I can help people on a daily basis and make a better community,” Osterhaudt said. “I am most proud of spending 11 years in the Boy Scouts. I have gained self-confidence and leadership skills that I could have never learned anywhere else. This has helped me become a better version of myself.”

SAMANTHA PALMATIER

Samantha Palmatier is the daughter of Stacy Palmatier, who is employed my NDFA member Mountainside Farms, a division of Worcester Creameries. She is a student at SUNY Purchase pursuing a degree in cinema studies.

“I love art and cinema and everything that goes into it,” Palmatier says of her college major. “I want to be involved in the making of movies, and my goal is to tell stories through films through directing, cinematography, writing, editing and more.”

Palmatier has also worked at Mountainside Farms as an administrative assistant, as well as her family’s own Jonwan Farms, where she is a farmhand and assists with animal care. She has been involved in 4-H for a number of years, serving as president and vice president of the Color Clovers 4-H Club. Palmatier is also involved with the Delaware County Holstein Club, the Delaware County Jersey Club and the New York State Holstein Association, as well as other agricultural activities.

COLTIN JOHN PFLIPSEN

Coltin John Pflipsen is the son of Dustin Pflipsen, an employee of NDSA member Relco. He is a student at Alexandria Technical & Community College, where he is studying mechatronics.

He earned the prestigious designation of Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of America and was a member of the National Honor Society, the varsity football and tennis teams and the First Robotics Club at his high school. He has worked as a commercial sheet metal laborer and at a residential HVAC company, helping complete installs, along with service and maintenance. Currently, Pflipsen is a mechanical and electrical assembler for a company that builds fully automated secondary packaging machines.

“I chose the mechatronics program because of my involvement with First Robotics. I enjoy working with my hands and being able to see my progress for the day. The mechatronics program works with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and programming. My goal is to find a job within this industry after I graduate from college,” Pflipsen explained. “One of the things I am most proud of is earning the rank of Eagle Scout. I first joined scouting in kindergarten. Through the years, it has taught me many things – hard work, dedication, trying new things and being able to step outside of my comfort zone.”

SYDNEY REPPI

Sydney Reppi is the daughter of Ted Reppi, who works for NDSAmember Emerson/Micro Motion. The salutatorian of her high school class, Reppi is a student at St. John Fisher College majoring in marketing, where she is on the Dean’s List. She is also a Kuk Sool Won blackbelt and enjoys reading, quilting, baking and participating in sports.

Reppi is in her sixth year as an employee of The Apple Farm Stand and is also a part of her family-owned pumpkin patch. “I’ve been providing high quality pumpkins to my community since I was about 5 years old,” she said.

“I chose marketing as my field of study because I have always been drawn to commercials and advertisements my whole life. I made my first mock commercial at age 10 and found I had a real talent for combining marketing strategies with humor and other attention-grabbing abilities,” Reppi added. “My goal is to one day market my own company!”

TAYLOR SCHOFIELD

Taylor Schofield is the daughter of Tina Schofield, an employee of NDSA member Farm Credit East. She is now studying biomedical engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology. Schofield is currently a researcher at the University of Rochester Medical Center for Pediatric Biomedical Research, where she is culturing human cells to attempt to get them to self-renew in the most efficient way possible.

Schofield is involved with the RIT Western Equestrian Team and was the 2020-2021 Western captain. She has also participated in the American Angus Association, the New York Junior Beef Producers and the Genesee County 4-H Beef Club Leader and the American Quarter Horse Association.

“One of my life actions that I am most proud of is my recent takeover in leadership at the Genesee County 4-H Beef Club in 2020. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if I wasn’t a 4-H member, and I am thankful to be able to give back to the program that taught me many skills,” she said.

For more information on the Bruce W. Krupke Memorial Scholarship, visit the Northeast Dairy Suppliers Association website at https://neastda.org/.

Editor’s Note: Information on our winners is based on their scholarship applications.

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