TAEF – Travis Wenger Memorial Scholarship
The TAEF – Travis Wenger Memorial Scholarship supports Thornapple Kellogg graduating seniors who have participated in a TK High School athletic program for at least one year.
Applicants must plan to pursue a qualifying agriculture-related degree at an accredited college, university, or vocational program.
Use the online scholarship application portal to submit a common application. Your application enters you into the process for consideration for scholarships provided for a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, GPAs, and areas of study.
Eligibility Summary
- Eligible students: Thornapple Kellogg graduating seniors
- School requirement: Accredited college, university, or vocational program
- Athletic requirement: At least one year in a TK High School athletic program
- Eligible fields: Agriculture and related programs
- Recommendations: Three adult recommendations required
- Family recommendations: Not accepted
Qualifying Fields May Include
- Agronomy
- Horticulture
- Animal production
- Aquaculture
- Agriculture mechanics
- Forestry and natural resources
- Soil science
- Agri-science and biotechnology
- Global positioning systems
- Landscape design
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Travis Wenger Memorial Scholarship?
Eligible applicants are Thornapple Kellogg graduating seniors who participated in a TK High School athletic program for at least one year and plan to pursue a qualifying agriculture-related program.
Does this scholarship require athletics participation?
Yes. Students must have been members of a TK High School athletic program for at least one year.
What recommendation letters are required?
Students must submit three recommendations from adults such as a 4-H leader, teacher, coach, employer, pastor, neighbor, or athletic director.
Can a family member write a recommendation?
No. Recommendations may not come from an immediate family member.
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