Scholarship Program
The Ohio Township Association Scholarship Program overview and recipients.
The 2024 Scholarship Program recipients will be announced in May 2024.
The Ohio Township Association Scholarship Program began in 2005. Many years prior to this, former board member Paul Smith and his wife, Ethel, gave the initial donation to the OTA Scholarship Fund, providing the groundwork for future scholarships. The scholarships are also funded by donations from County Township Associations, personal gifts, and proceeds from the OTA's annual golf outing.
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For more information or if you have questions, please call Nicole Jaros at (614) 863-0045.
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2023 Scholarship Program Recipients
Jessica Guilfoyle
Academic Achievement Winner
Crosby Township, Hamilton County
High School: William Henry Harrison High School
College Attending: Miami University
Jessica Guilfoyle, daughter of Jeff and Lori Guilfoyle, will be graduating from William Henry Harrison High School and plans to attend Miami University.
"I felt like Miami University was the best option for me because of its academic rigor, opportunities for growth, and beautiful campus," Jessica said.
Jessica plans to study Biology and Pre-Medical Studies with minors in Spanish and Psychological Sciences. She looks forward to new opportunities for growth.
Nathan Paprocki
Academic Achievement Winner
Goshen Township, Clermont County
High School: Goshen High School
College Attending: Miami University
Nathan Paprocki, son of John and Melissa Paprocki, will be graduating from Goshen High School and plans to attend Miami University's College of Engineering and Computing.
"I was looking for a small-town college that had the resources of a big school," Nathan said. "With a strong community and academic reputation, I knew Miami was a good fit."
Nathan plans to study Computer Science and is excited to combine technology with his other interests and apply his studies across multiple disciplines. He is also looking forward to meeting new people.
Madeline Ramsey
Local Government Achievement Winner
Bainbridge Township, Geauga County
High School: Kenston High School
College Attending: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Madeline Ramsey, daughter of Rod and Lisa Ramsey, will be graduating from Kenston High School and plans to attend the Franciscan University of Steubenville to study Theology and Philosophy.
"The school has a great program for my majors," Madeline said. "I also wanted a Franciscan school because I love St. Francis' dedication to nature." Madeline noted that another deciding factor for this university was the "strong community and Catholic spirituality."
She is excited to learn more about spiritual truth and looks forward to finding ways to cultivate an appreciation for God's environmental creation.
Austin Rush
Local Government Achievement Winner
Monroe Township, Licking County
High School: St. Francis DeSales High School
College Attending: Ohio University
Austin Rush, son of Michael and Corinna Rush, will be graduating from St. Francis DeSales High School and plans to attend Ohio University.
"Ohio University's accommodation to combining the engineering program with other disciplines" was a deciding factor, Austin said.
Austin plans to study Mechanical Engineering and is also looking forward to learning the skills required to carry out his goal of product design.
Hayden Wells
Trade School Winner
Scioto Township, Pickaway County
High School: Teays Valley High School
Program Attending: Ohio Fire Academy and Grant Paramedic
Hayden Wells, son of Jake and Amber Wells, will be graduating from Teays Valley High School and plans to attend the Ohio Fire Academy and Grant Paramedic programs.
"I am presently completing my Fire I and II as a senior," Hayden said. "I will complete my EMT training at the OFA in the fall and continue at Grant Paramedic for my paramedic certification."
Hayden plans to pursue a career in Fire and EMT services and is excited about following in a career that he grew up around, as his father is currently Assistant Fire Chief for Norwich Township. Hayden enjoys the camaraderie within the fire service and looks forward to learning from the seasoned members of the fire service.