2012 Graduate Yearbook

Congratulations to the class of 2012! Congratulations to the class of 2012! Meet this year's graduates in the 2012 edition of the Doyon Foundation graduate yearbook. Have additions or corrections? Send updates to foundation@doyon.com or call 907.459.2048. View Head Start, High School, Certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate.

Head Start Daniel P. Bettis IIHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: FNA HeadstartGraduation date: May 24, 2012Degree received: Headstart diplomaArea of study: Pre-ElementaryPlans after graduation: To enjoy my summer on the banks of one of Alaska's many rivers and camping with my dad.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? They have showed me the importance of education.Special thank you's: My teachers Erika and Michelle and Lauren. My parents, my uncle Dustin, Gpa Jesse and Sistoo for dropping me off and picking me up.Parents' names: Daniel and Michelle BettisMaternal grandparents' names: Brenda (Jesse) TaylorPaternal grandparents' names: Janet Demientieff

High School  Mariah BifeltHometown: Hughes, AlaskaSchool: Johnny Oldman SchoolGraduation date: May 18, 2012

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Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: I plan on going to the University of Alaska Anchorage in the fall to study nursing. My goal is to get my bachelor's in nursing science.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I have filled out a scholarship application, but I have not heard if I got the scholarship or not yet.Special thank you's: I would like to thank my parents for helping me get through school, and all my family and friends for being there for me.Parents' names: Hugh and Janet BifeltMaternal grandparents' names: Bill and Madeline WilliamsPaternal grandparents' names: Late Cue and Madeline Bifelt  Benjamin ChaseHometown: Chugiak, AlaskaSchool: Cyberlynx CorrespondenceGraduation date: June 15, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Attend UAS-Juneau and work on diesel marine mechanicsParents' names: Brad and Evelyn ChaseMaternal grandparents' names: Robert and Nona HodgdonPaternal grandparents' names: Rudolph Chase and Sandra and Harold McClain  Cherilee DemientieffHometown: Holy Cross, AlaskaSchool: Nenana High SchoolGraduation date: May 20, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaArea of study: PsychologyPlans after graduation: After graduation, I plan to fill out for jobs in Anchorage, Alaska. Then, in the fall, if I'm accepted, I plan to attend Prince William Sound Community College in Valdez, Alaska for two years. That's how I view it as of right now.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I have an account on the website, and I can fill out the scholarship forms to help me with financial aid for college.Parents' names: Cheryl and Alvin DemientieffOther Comments: Thanks for reading! :D  Desiree DemitHometown: Northway, AlaskaSchool: Walter Northway SchoolGraduation date: May 19, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Go to college at University of Alaska Fairbanks.Special thank you's: To those who have never doubted me and believe that I'll make it far in life. :)Parents' names: Sherri Demit and Kim ThomasMaternal grandparents' names: Glen and Cora DemitPaternal grandparents' names: Gary and Judy Thomas  Corrie DonovanHometown: North Pole, AlaskaSchool: North Pole High SchoolGraduation date: May 15, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: I am planning on attending college to become a nurse.Special thank you's: I would like to send a special thank you to my parents, grandma, and my teachers, staff and coaches at North Pole High School.Parents' names: Steffanie and DanMaternal grandparents' names: Maria Johnsen  Douglas E. Green, Jr.

Hometown: Rampart/Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: Lathrop High SchoolGraduation date: May 16, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Either attend CTC or Perry Tech to become an electrician.Special thank you's: Mom, dad, brother and grandparentsParents' names: Patty and Doug GreenMaternal grandparents' names: Betty and the late Henry WiehlPaternal grandparents' names: The late Floyd and Betty Green  Joseph HausmanHometown: Galena, AlaskaSchool: Colony High SchoolGraduation date: May 15, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: I will be attending UAA majoring in psychology.Parents' names: Jennifer Hausmann and John NewmanMaternal grandparents' names: Larry and Joyce HausmannPaternal grandparents' names: The late Turak and Elizabeth Newman  Kathrin Jayde HuntingtonHometown: Galena, AlaskaSchool: Sidney C. Huntington SchoolGraduation date: May 18, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: To attend the University of Alaska Anchorage to obtain a degree as an ultrasound technician. Special thank you's: To all her family and friends who have always stayed by her side through thick and thin. Thanks to all who helped make this day possible.Parents' names: Margaret and Gilbert Huntington of Galena, Alaska; Stephanie and Daniel Watson of Tacoma, WashingtonMaternal grandparents' names: Annie and the late Roger Dayton of Koyukuk; Anna Huntington-Kriska of Falls Church, Virginia and Fredrick Mayo of Fairbanks, AlaskaPaternal grandparents' names: Sidney and Angela Huntington of Galena; Elisabeth Watson of Tacoma, Washington and the late Grayling (Pete) Watson of Little Rock, ArkansasOther Comments: Kathrin's family is so proud of her! May God bless her and keep her during this time in her life where she has so many decisions to make. Best of wishes to our sweetheart! You can do anything your heart desires!  Mara JamesHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: West Valley High SchoolGraduation date: May 14, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Attending a four-year college out of state.Special thank you's: To my parents who have supported and loved me my entire life and have encouraged me to be more than I can dream of myself.Parents' names: John and D. Vera JamesMaternal grandparents' names: Jim and Linda WellsPaternal grandparents' names: Dr. William James and Lois James  Adam McGintyHometown: Nulato, AlaskaSchool: YKSD-Raven CorrespondenceGraduation date: May 17, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Attend University of Alaska Fairbanks.Special thank you's: Thanks to my family for helping me succeed in completing my high school requirements and contining to help with new educational goals.Parents' names: Jolene McGintyMaternal grandparents' names: Maurice and Josephine McGintyPaternal grandparents' names: Paulina Stickman

Paternal grandparents' names: Paulina Stickman  Georgianna McNealHometown: Conway, ArkansasSchool: Conway High School WestGraduation date: May 20, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaArea of study: Personal finance and culinary artsPlans after graduation: Attending University of Arkansas at Fayetteville!Special thank you's: Thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey of life. I hope you will keep me in your prayers that I make the decisions that you would make and learn from any mistakes that are made along the way. I want to thank my teachers, my parents and all the people that God has put in my life for one reason or another. He has a plan that I do not know yet but I know that He has always supplied me with all that I need and He will continue to be my guide.Parents' names: Ronald and Deborah McNealMaternal grandparents' names: Charles and Maryann MillerPaternal grandparents' names: Mary (Frank) Talley / George McNeal  Jasmine MercerHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: Mt. Edgecumbe High SchoolGraduation date: May 3, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Attending the University of Alaska Southeast in Juneau. I will work on two years of prerequisites before deciding my major.Special thank you's: Thank you to my mom, Ramona, for all her support and love. Her encouragement led me to apply to Mount Edgecumbe High School and obtain a diploma with a 3.88 GPA.Parents' names: Ramona Sharpe, Kenn MercerMaternal grandparents' names: Mary Ertl (Luke), Charles Sharpe  Matthew RitcheyHometown: Moore, OklaholmaSchool: Moore High SchoolGraduation date: May 23, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: To join Moore-Norman Technical and work on a degree in computer programmingParents' names: Marion and Michael Ritchey  Kimberly SemakenHometown: Unalakleet, AlaskaSchool: Frank A. Degnan High SchoolGraduation date: May 11, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: I plan to attend the University of Alaska Anchorage this coming fall.Special thank you's: I'd like to thank my mom, Louisa, for always being there for me 100% of the time, my gram and grandpa, my siblings, my little brother Darrell for always cheering me up, my friends - Andrei and Mia, and my teachers who helped me push on and finish high school.Parents' names: Darrell Semaken and Louisa PaniptchukMaternal grandparents' names: Stella and Roger NicholasPaternal grandparents' names: Goodwin Sr. and Florence Semaken  Crystal SmithHometown: Corpus Christi, TexasSchool: Mary Carroll High SchoolGraduation date: June 2, 2012Degree received: High school diploma

Plans after graduation: I will be atttending Texas A&M College Station majoring in biomedical science.Parents' names: Karen and Dan SmithMaternal grandparents' names: Richard and Ethel SmithPaternal grandparents' names: Late F.O and Marzelle Smith  Antonia Standifer StandiferHometown: Tyonek, AlaskaSchool: Skyview High SchoolGraduation date: May 22, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: College at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Not yet, but I will be applying for scholarships.Special thank you's: My mother, Lisa BismarkParents' names: Lisa BismarkMaternal grandparents' names: Helen BakerPaternal grandparents' names: Anthony Semaken  Curtis TindallHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: Effie Kokrine Charter SchoolGraduation date: May 11, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaPlans after graduation: Attend UAF for business then after the first year move to another college down in the states.Parents' names: Curtis Tindall and Ethel JonasMaternal grandparents' names: Stanley Jonas and Henrey Tindall  Sina WerbaHometown: Anvik, AlaskaSchool: NineStarGraduation date: June 14, 2012Degree received: High school diplomaArea of study: NursingSpecial thank you's: I would like to thank my husband Jaron, my mom and dad, family and friends for their support. My biggest thank you is to my son Corban, he is my motivation, he is the reason I was able to finish school. I love you Corban Joe!Parents' names: Violet Kruger and Solomona Soolao, Sr.Maternal grandparents' names: Charlie Wulf 3rd (deceased) and Mary UptonPaternal grandparents' names: Matalena Sooalo (deceased) and Eddie Sooalo (deceased)

Certificates  Monique BeetusHometown: Hughes and Huslia, AlaskaSchool: AVTEC - Alaska's Institute of TechnologyGraduation date: May 17, 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: AccountingPlans after graduation: Working for Doyon in accounts payable.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I am so happy that Doyon Foundation has given me the opportunity to start my accounting career!Special thank you's: To my mother Dorothy Vent, financially and guidance. My father Eddie Vent financially and always pushing me to coninue my education. Big thank you to Hughes Tribe, I am so proud to be a part of a tribe that can help in so many ways financially and tribal members always telling me how proud they are of me. My baby boy De'von Saunders for making me want more in life, and all of my family.Parents' names: Eddie Vent and Dorothy VentMaternal grandparents' names: Joe and Celia BeetusPaternal grandparents' names: Robert and Mary VentOther Comments: I have come a long way this past year and I want to let all the younger generation know that hard work pays off! If you start young, things will be easier for you when you're older. Choose

your own destiny and make goals. Good things will happen in time.  Steevie EricksonSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Certified nursing assistant  Shannon HardyHometown: Fort Yukon, AlaskaSchool: DENTEX- ANTHC/University of WashingtonGraduation date: December 10, 2011Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Dental health aide therapyPlans after graduation: To work for CATG-Dental to provide dental service to Fort Yukon and the surrounding villages.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me financially during my training.Special thank you's: To my husband Mike for supporting me through my training. My children Haley, Madeline, Trevor, Travis and Trinity, my family, friends and the wonderful community of Fort Yukon!Parents' names: Rebecca Jonas/ Ronnie Carroll and Jerry CarrollMaternal grandparents' names: Stanley and late Madeline JonasPaternal grandparents' names: Alice Carroll of Fort Yukon  Erika KalilikaneHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: AVTECGraduation date: May 18, 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Medical coding specialistPlans after graduation: I would love to be employed by ANTHC preferrably in the behavioral health department.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? By providing scholarships to help assist me while furthering my education. Now I am able to make a better life for my sons and I.Special thank you's: Thank you to Tonya Garnett and all the girls at Doyon Foundation who made this possible.Parents' names: Elmer and Shirley ManookMaternal grandparents' names: Mabel and John ConeelyPaternal grandparents' names: Simon and Irene ManookOther Comments: Thank you for all that you do!  Loretta LinusHometown: Allakaket, AlaskaSchool: AVTEC - Alaska's Institute of TechnologyGraduation date: May 17, 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Accounting specialistPlans after graduation: Gain some work experience in the accounting field and hopefully continue my education at UAF or UAA.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I received both fall and spring Doyon Foundation scholarships.Special thank you's: Thank you to Doyon Foundation, Koylotsina, Allakaket Tribe, State of Alaska WIA, Pell Grant for making funding available for me. I wouldn't have been able to make it without their help, and special thanks to my instructors Ken Werner, Wendy Stallings, and Deborah Dixon.Parents' names: Larry Edwards and Kathleen LinusMaternal grandparents' names: Daniel and Mary LinusPaternal grandparents' names: Jimmy and Ann Edwards  Elizabeth SmokeHometown: Stevens Village/Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: AVTEC - Alaska Institute of TechnologyGraduation date: May 17, 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Business and office technology-administrative assistant

Plans after graduation: I am planning on working for Doyon Tourism for the summer as the front desk agent.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I received the fall and spring scholarships.Special thank you's: I would like to thank my sponsors Doyon Foundation and Stevens Village. I would also like to thank my mother Jennie Smoke for all her encouragement.Parents' names: Jennie Smoke and the late Henry Smoke, Sr.Other Comments: This is a picture of me and my son Nathan Lee.  Jenna StevensHometown: Stevens Village, AlaskaSchool: UAF-CTCGraduation date: May 2012Degree received: CertificateArea of study: Occupational health and safetyPlans after graduation: I plan to continue my education, I want to strive higher for a B.A. degree. I received my associate's of applied science in process technology last spring and I want to work in the field for a few years before I go back to school; this OSH Certificate is just one more addition to that.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has assisted me so much with scholarships and support that it inspires me to go for so much more.Special thank you's: Special thanks to everyone.Parents' names: Don Stevens and Virginia SmokeMaternal grandparents' names: Late Horace Smoke Sr., and Alice SmokePaternal grandparents' names: Late Bejamin Stevens and Late Hilda Stevens  Kirchelle ThomasHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: Napoleon Perdis Make-up AcademyGraduation date: February 26, 2012Degree received: Glamour, fashion, bridal make-up artist certificateArea of study: CosmetologyPlans after graduation: Freelance make-up artist, and someday own a salon in AlaskaHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me by supporting me with the funds for my tutition.Special thank you's: I'd like to thank Doyon Foundation for the support! I'd really like to thank my mom and dad for supporting my dream of attending make-up school in Los Angeles, and all my family and friends that have believed me throughout my journey.Parents' names: Michelle Amundson and Kirby ThomasMaternal grandparents' names: Clarice and Gerald AmundsonPaternal grandparents' names: Ellen and Kenny Thomas, Sr.

Associate's  Tracey ArnoldHometown: Enumclaw, WashingtonSchool: South Puget Sound Community CollegeGraduation date: Fall 2012Degree: Associate's in artsArea of study: AnthropologyPlans after graduation: Continuing on to Pacific Lutheran University for my bachelor's in anthropology with either an archaeology or cultural anthropology emphasis.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me with scholarships and they were greatly appreciated.Special thank you's: I want to thank Doyon Foundation first and

foremost. I also want to thank my husband for helping me juggle school and the family. I want to thank my parents for helping with the grandkids, I couldn't have done it without them all.Parents' names: Jim and Gail (Carlo) MatthewsMaternal grandparents' names: Charles and Mary (Nollner) CarloPaternal grandparents' names: Jim and Josephine Matthews  Jenny M. BolesHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: May 6, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Air traffic controlPlans after graduation: Become a federal employee as an air traffic controllerHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? ScholarshipsParents' names: Barbara RedmonMaternal grandparents' names: Moore, Mayo  Leanne DapcevichHometown: Juneau, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: December 18, 2011Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: NursingPlans after graduation: I am a registered nurse at a local pediatric clinic, and I will do this for a few years. I work with some outstanding and caring pediatricians. When our youngest child goes into kindergarten, I will get a job at our local hospital.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me become a nurse, a dream and a goal of mine that I have had since high school. My husband and I have four children and having my Doyon Foundation scholarship each semester through school took stress off of our family's finances.Special thank you's: Thank you to my wonderful and supportive husband, Sam. I know that nursing school was just as stressful on you as it was on me. Thank you to all my parents for the encouragement to get through school with a family to raise. Thank you to all those people who gave kind words of encouragement, gave me hope, or just put a much needed smile...I am so appreciative! Thank you Doris at Doyon Foundation for helping me out several times through the past few years. When I get to Fairbanks some day I will go there and thank you in person. Finally, a special thanks to my four children, for understanding that I needed to study, for hugging me from behind my computer chair telling me that they believed in me, and telling me that I can do this. I love you guys, thank you for your patience.Parents' names: P Mary and Gary Benson, Phil and Ronelle BeardsleeMaternal grandparents' names: Simel and Vivian PeterPaternal grandparents' names: Thomas and Margaret Beardslee  Sinead EnglemanHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: Anthem CollegeGraduation date: June 22, 2012Degree received: Associate's of scienceArea of study: Veterinary technologyPlans after graduation: After graduation in June I will be going on into my externship in July, working four weeks in an animal hospital gaining more experience. Continue volunteering at Animal Health Services in Cave Creek, Arizona and as the New Year rolls around I will be preparing myself for my first tour to Afghanistan with the 56th Military Police Company.Special thank you's: I want to give a special thank you to my parents, and my two best friends Christine Bruner and Cody Logan for helping me and supporting me in both my college and military experience. I could not have done it without them, they motivated me to keep going strong and to never give up. To my family in Alaska, thank you for being there for me.Parents' names: Geoffrey and Brenda EnglemanMaternal grandparents' names: Teddy and Darlene NorthwayPaternal grandparents' names: Eugene and Olwyn Engleman

 Charles Esmailka, Jr.Hometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Associate's of applied scienceArea of study: Information technologyPlans after graduation: Continue on for additional bachelor's degree in computer science-technology. When my degree programs finally come to an end, I hope to work as a computer administrator for a large company.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has assisted me with funding, that has enabled me to concentrate on my studies, rather than being side-tracked by juggling both job and school.Special thank you's: I would like to give all my gratitude to my mom and dad for being my biggest supporter and letting me collect my computer stuff. Thanks to my sister, grandmothers for donations, and of course the IT instructors at CTC. I would like to also thank Jeff Hamlin of Hutchison High School for guiding me into this program.Parents' names: Tonya and Charles Esmailka, Sr.Maternal grandparents' names: Fran and RobertPaternal grandparents' names: Rita and Gerald  Amanda FrankHometown: Minto, AlaskaSchool: South Puget Sound Community CollegeGraduation date: June 15, 2012Degree received: Associate's of artsArea of study: Journalism race/ethnic studiesPlans after graduation: Work as the communications intern with Doyon, Limited and transfer to The Evergreen State College to pursue a four-year degree in Native American studies and journalism.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has been an integral part of my education financially. They have also provided me with several opportunities to connect with other Alaskans in Washington/Northwest area, which kept my spirits up and inspired me to keep doing what I am doing in school.Special thank you's: Ana' Basee' to my grandparents Anna and Richard Frank. They will leave big shoes for me to fill and I am very fortunate to have grandparents like them to support me in all my endeavors. Also to my mother for her never-ending encouragement. Most important of all my siblings, Alicia, Clinton, Dylan and my nephew Dax. Last but not least, I work extra hard for the Athabascan people of Alaska. One day I will be back to serve you all. For that I thank all my people back home.Parents' names: Robin FrankMaternal grandparents' names: Anna and Richard Frank  Mary Lou LokaninHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: December 2011Degree received: Associate's of artsArea of study: General programPlans after graduation: I retired from the federal government five years ago. I decided to join the workforce part time about 1-1/2 years ago. Now that I have my degree, I would like to work full time again and still enjoy my retirement at the same time. But then, I may go back to school this fall to study for my bachelor's in anthropology. Thank you, Doyon Foundation, for helping me to achieve my dream.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? By helping me financially in my education goal.Special thank you's: Doyon FoundationParents' names: Richard and Glenda Frost, Anchorage, AlaskaMaternal grandparents' names: Alphonse and Mary Demientieff, Nenana, AlaskaPaternal grandparents' names: Thomas and Susan Frost, Kodiak, AlaskaOther Comments: I especially want to thank my sons, David and Lee, and my friend, Joyce, for their help and support.  

Sara SmithHometown: Kotzebue, AlaskaSchool: Coastal Bend CollegeGraduation date: May 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Professional nursingParents' names: Bessie TikikMaternal grandparents' names: Magdeline and Charlie Tikik  Terri Paul-SmokeHometown: Tanacross, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Applied business with concentration in human resource management and general managementPlans after graduation: I plan on going back to work and attend classes towards my bachelor's degree in business administration with UAF - School of Management.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Supported me financially throughout the years I have attended UAF, provided me with quiet computer work area to do homework, wonderful staff who provide positive feedback to students.Special thank you's: Doyon Foundation, Tanacross Tribal Council, Cook Inlet Tribal Council (Alyeska Match Scholarship) and of course my husband who always supported me.Other Comments: I would like to dedicate my degree to my kids, Caleb, Jesse and Scarlett, who make me want to be a better person and leader for my people.  Josephine RobertsSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Associate's of applied scienceArea of study: Process technology  Bertha Rachel SolomonHometown: Fort Yukon, AlaskaSchool: Interior Aleutians CampusGraduation date: May 18, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Early childhood educationPlans after graduation: To continue on to my bachelor's in early childhood education.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has assisted me with funding towards my tuition, books and fees.Special thank you's: I would like to thank my husband Theodore Solomon, Doyon Foundation, UAF staff, IAC staff, ECE staff, CATG NACTEP, Council of Athabascan Tribal Governments, GZGTG Education Dept., Pieradora Tremblay for keeping me going and my family and friends for the support and encouragement.Parents' names: The late Thomas and Nellie CarrollMaternal grandparents' names: Isaac and Sarah JohnPaternal grandparents' names: James and Fannie Carroll  Pieradora TremblayHometown: Fort Yukon, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 18, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Early childhood educationPlans after graduation: I plan to continue getting a bachelor's degree in child development and family studies and continue working with CATG Early Head Start.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me a lot financially.Special thank you's: I would like to thank all my family, friends, co-workers, instructors and my classmates who have been there for me. Also to the organizations who helped me financially: NACTEP, Gwichyaa Zhee Tribal Government, Doyon Foundation, and Yukon Flats School District. Mahsii Choo'.

Parents' names: Jacqueline Char Tremblay and Pierre TremblayMaternal grandparents' names: Late Louise Alexander and James AlexanderPaternal grandparents' names: Lisa St. Pierre and Jean Tremblay  Clifton VanHattenHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Construction managementPlans after graduation: Work, work and more workHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? The Foundation's financial assistance helped out greatly by allowing my decision to finish school become a reality.Special thank you's: I would like to thank the former V.P. Jim Johnson for helping me make the decision to go back to school.Parents' names: Patricia Carroll and Richard VanHattenMaternal grandparents' names: Alice and the late Clifton Carroll, Sr.Paternal grandparents' names: The late Hannah and Jack VanHatten, Sr.  Cindy M. VanWezelHometown: Ninilchik, AlaskaSchool graduated from: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: December 21, 2011Degree received: Associate's of applied scienceArea of study: AccountingPlans after graduation: Continue working at my current job and know that I can now work in the accounting field.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has assisted me in obtaining my degree and has assisted me in reaching my educational goals.Special thank you's: Special thank you to the staff at Doyon Foundation.  Katie WalkerHometown: Saint Joseph, MissouriSchool: Green River Community CollegeGraduation date: March 21, 2012Degree received: Associate's degreeArea of study: Auto body collision repair and restorationPlans after graduation: Work at a shop and get a start on my career as an auto body technician.Special thank you's: My mother for supporting me, my younger sister for encouraging me, my aunts for their support and encouragements.Parents' names: Doretha and Terry WalkerMaternal grandparents' names: Frank and Lena Amouak

Bachelor's  Kira AndersonHometown: Chugiak, AlaskaSchool: Brigham Young UniversityGraduation date: June 14, 2012Degree: Bachelor's of scienceArea of study: Public healthPlans after graduation: Pursue a master's of public health at BYU.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has consistently supported me throughout my college career. This has allowed me to focus on my studies and earn exceptional marks, leading to my acceptance into a competitive post-graduate program. Thank you, Doyon Foundation!Parents' names: Bruce and Zoanne AndersonMaternal grandparents' names: Lena Gregory

Paternal grandparents' names: Priscilla Anderson  Christina BlackHometown: Seattle, WashingtonSchool: University of WashingtonGraduation date: August 17, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Comparative history of ideas, history, social studiesPlans after graduation: Volunteering at a Rainier Beach High School social studies classroom through September 2012. Applying for graduate school in the University of Washington Master's in Teaching program for secondary education social studies.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has provided me with a steady source of funding for part of my tuition expenses for the entirety of my undergraduate schooling.Special thank you's: Thank you so much to the community, Doyon Foundation donors and staff. Without you, my career wouldn't be possible! Because of you, I will be able to make a lasting impression in the lives of students in high-need public schools.Parents' names: Mary Jean Gurtler and Douglas BlackMaternal grandparents' names: Grover and Edith GurtlerPaternal grandparents' names: Arnie and Naida BlackOther Comments: Thank you so much!  Chelsie BurgettSchool: Rochester Institute Of Technology - National Institute For The DeafDegree received: Bachelor's of scienceArea of study: Business/human resource development  Norman CarloSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of scienceArea of study: Process technology (pre-major electrical engineer)  Falcon ChaseHometown: Anvik/McGrath, AlaskaSchool: Charter CollegeGraduation date: August 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Construction managementPlans after graduation: Seek my master's in project management at Bellevue UniversityHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? With funding and a great alumni groupSpecial thank you's: To my many great teachers in life. So many to list, you know who you are.Parents' names: Ken W. Chase, Sr. and Adele Demoski ChaseMaternal grandparents' names: Edward Demoski and Lina StickmanPaternal grandparents' names: William and Kate ChaseOther Comments: Life is merely learning new things, we are all students of knowledge until we leave this earth.  Felisha CooperHometown: North Pole, AlaskaSchool graduated from: University of PhoenixGraduation date: June 29, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Business administrationPlans after graduation: To go for my master's degree in criminal justice in the near future.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? The Doyon Foundation has helped tremendously with providing assistance to help pay for my education. Without the help of the Doyon Foundation I would owe more in student loans.Special thank you's: To my parents, grandparents, friends, family, co-workers for the support they have given to me over the past few years.Parents' names: Richard Esmailka and Christine Cooper

Maternal grandparents' names: Claude Cooper and Jean KeoghPaternal grandparents' names: The late Edgar "Sam Billy" Esmailka, the late Wilhelmina Yaska, and Paddy Yaska  Katie DentonHometown: Bickley, GeorgiaSchool: Valdosta State UniversityGraduation date: May 5, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Fine artPlans after graduation: To work and save up money so I can move out of my parent's house finally and get married and try to figure out the next step in my life.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has helped me achieve my goals and I am so thankful for the support I've received from them over the last few years.Special thank you's: Thank you Doyon Foundation family!!! Thank you my family and thank you God in heaven!!Parents' names: Bruce and Nancy DentonMaternal grandparents' names: Vernon and Janie KellyPaternal grandparents' names: Ashley and Mary Denton  Teresa FieldsHometown: Birch Creek Village, AlaskaSchool: Institute of American Indian ArtsGraduation date: December 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of fine artsArea of study: Studio arts - photographyPlans after graduation: I am applying to grad schools; it all depends on acceptance and finding funding. If not, I will work or apply for a teaching certificate.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? They have assisted me in obtaining my BFA.Special thank you's: To every donor, I really appreciate it.Parents' names: Florence JamesMaternal grandparents' names: Lena and Steven George  Joshua FisherHometown: Oklahoma City, OklahomaSchool: University of Science and Arts of OklahomaGraduation date: April 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: BusinessPlans after graduation: Growing my photography business. I moved into working as a full-time photographer in December 2011. Now I am focusing on growth.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? The scholarship money helped me greatly as it assisting in a portion of my tuition each semester.Special thank you's: Mom and Dad - thank you so much for your support through college. I definitely would not be where I am today without your support.Parents' names: Richard and Beverly Fisher  Maurine IsaacsonHometown: Nulato, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of business administrationArea of study: Management and organizationsPlans after graduation: Continue to work as the scholarship program manager with Doyon Foundation and begin looking into master's programs.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? The Foundation has helped me tremendously over the years. The Foundation is one of the only scholarships that fund part-time students.Special thank you's: Special thanks to my husband Donald Isaacson and my boys Cole and Cruz Isaacson for being my support and my reason to complete this goal.Parents' names: Maurice and Josephine McGintyMaternal grandparents' names: Late Leo and Anita DemoskiPaternal grandparents' names: Patricia Ekada  Jennie McLean

Jennie McLeanHometown: Fairbanks/Nulato, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: EducationPlans after graduation: I have been working for Yukon-Koyukuk School District for the past three years and loving it. I work under Cristina Poage, special education director. She is open and lets me also help with many other areas of our district that include students from all of our schools. I work with the Senior Fly-In, Transition Camp, and Phlight Club. My passion is to help students succeed in post-secondary education, training, vocational or jobs. I have since looked into continuing my education and acquiring a counseling degree so I can reach more of the students in our district one on one.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I could have never made it without the support of Doyon Foundation and the many peers within the Doyon region. I am a single parent and when I returned back to college at 33 years old, they were a big part of my success. Financially I could not have made it without them, Gana Yoo, Ltd. and the Nulato Tribal Council.Special thank you's: Special thanks to my parents Dick and Mary McLean. My son Coby. My advisor Sue McHenry at Rural Student Services. She was very big part of my success and still is today. My basketball coach and mentor from Monroe Catholic High School, Nancy Cook Hanson. Many of my close family and friends. I had help in all aspects of my schooling from babysitting, study groups, sewing circle. It does take a village to raise a child.Parents' names: Richard and Mary McLeanMaternal grandparents' names: Fred and Jennie (Cleaver) Stickman, Sr.Paternal grandparents' names: Eldren J. and Vera (Knoder) McLeanOther Comments: I have a metseghe hoolaanh made by my Auntie Agnes Ostlund and beaded slippers made by Mrs. Hannah Bunchuh purchased by my cousin Tamara Ostlund that I will be wearing at graduation.  Suzanna MillerHometown: Aniak, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: May 6, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: JusticePlans after graduation: Consider attending law school after a break.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Helped purchase textbooks for school one or two semesters.Special thank you's: I would like to thank the most inspirational lady I know, my mother Myrtle Van Doorn. Special thanks to my friends for their support: Melanie Albertson, Bill W., Steve Sobotor, Connie Nollner, and my brother Jerry.Parents' names: Myrtle Van DoornMaternal grandparents' names: Hannah Mailelle  Orion OlinHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: Fort Lewis CollegeGraduation date: April 28, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Business-engineering managementHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Eight consecutive semesters of basic full-time scholarships.Parents' names: Fred and Betty OlinMaternal grandparents' names: Maudry SommerPaternal grandparents' names: Lillian Olin  Jenessa PitkaHometown: Galena, AlaskaSchool: Fort Lewis CollegeGraduation date: April 28, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Art/graphic designPlans after graduation: I will be attending the First Alaskans Institute as an intern based in Anchorage, Alaska.

How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I wouldn't have been able to travel and live out of state for four years without Doyon Foundation's help. Knowing I could count on their support helped me continue my education.Special thank you's: I would like to thank my family, relatives and friends for their love and encouragement throughout the years. I wouldn't be who I am today without all of you.Parents' names: Nancy and Terry PitkaMaternal grandparents' names: Patrick Yaska and the late Whilhelmina YaskaPaternal grandparents' names: Laura Pitka and the late Edward Pitka  Glen RileyHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Computer sciencePlans after graduation: I plan to work in a computer-related field developing software for those that need it.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? They have given me financial support that was very much needed for buying books, paying tuition, and other school related expenses. It also helped me buy a new computer that was needed for my studies when my old one was broken beyond repair.Special thank you's: My UAF computer science professors who helped me learn the skills I need in an interesting and exciting way. My friends and family who were there for me through the difficult times.Parents' names: William and Caroline RileyMaternal grandparents' names: Tom and Jody PritchardPaternal grandparents' names: Carl and Caroline Riley  Melozi ScottHometown: Nome, AlaskaSchool: Texas A&M UniversityGraduation date: May 12, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of scienceArea of study: EngineeringPlans after graduation: Begin working with URS as a subsea pipeline engineerHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation helped pay my tuition so I could continue studying at a school and program I love.  Stephanie SwaimHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: California Institute of the ArtsGraduation date: May 18, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of fine artArea of study: Film/videoPlans after graduation: Continue on with my job at E! Entertainment as a production assistant.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Yes, they have helped fund my senior BFA short movie, as well as allowed me to pursue my artistic endeavors.Special thank you's: Thank you to my Mom and Dad, without you I wouldn't be where I am! And thanks to Vero who has always believe in me! And thanks to my grandparents and all of my family for always being there for me.Parents' names: Shirley and Kelvin SwaimMaternal grandparents' names: Mattie and Carl HerningPaternal grandparents' names: Susie and Claude Swaim  Emily TyrellHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: May 6, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of artsArea of study: Journalism and public communications with an emphasis in strategic communicationsPlans after graduation: Before I graduate from UAA with my bachelors, I will have started my master's degree at Alaska Pacific University. I was recently accepted into the Executive

Alaska Pacific University. I was recently accepted into the Executive MBA Strategic Leadership program. While attending APU, I plan to continue to work as a public relations coordinator for Alyeska Pipeline. I also plan to work diligently on the 4th Annual Clare to Clare Fashion Show, as I oversee the public relation aspects of the show. All proceeds raised from this event benefit Catholic Social Service's Clare House, an emergency 24-hour shelter for women with children. Outside of work and school, I love to spend time with my beautiful daughter Anya and sister Holly.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Each semester, I receive a basic scholarship. Receiving this assistance has allowed me to focus on my studies and become the student I know I can be. I'm proud to say I've been an active member of UAA's Public Relations Student Society of America and have made the Dean's List twice.Special thank you's: Thank you to everyone at Doyon Foundation for providing me assistance throughout my college career. Because of you, I have been able to follow my dreams and finish my college degree. I'd also like to thank my sister Holly, you have always been there no matter what. I'd like to send a special thank to my beautiful daughter Anya - you are my reason. Thank you to my boyfriend, Eric, for always reassuring me things will get better. Last but not least, I'd like to thank all of my friends and family who have supported me throughout this journey. I love each and every one of you. To my late husband, Jake, I will always love you and I know you are in heaven watching over me and Anya.Parents' names: John Neeley and Libby PanzerMaternal grandparents' names: John and Cecilia SiparyPaternal grandparents' names: Robert and Dorothy Neeley  Derek VanHattenSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of business administrationArea of study: Business  Dana Webster-SmithHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska AnchorageGraduation date: May 6, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's degreeArea of study: Social workPlans after graduation: I plan to continue my work at the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Alaska before pursuing other goals; and to attend graduate school in the fall of 2013 to get my master's in social work.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has been so great in providing me with scholarships to supplement my UAA tuition.Special thank you's: Thank you to my mom for supporting me through my time at UAA; and thank you to the rest of my family and friends who have encouraged me to continue my education in social work; and also to the UAA School of Social Work for helping me realize that this work is what I am meant to do.Parents' names: Linda Sweetsir and Channing SmithMaternal grandparents' names: Gertrude and Lester SweetsirPaternal grandparents' names: Mary and Channing SmithOther Comments: I'm so excited to close this chapter in my life as an undergraduate social work student with a minor in psychology at UAA. I'm ready to move on to the next chapter in my life, as a graduate student, wherever that may take me.  Mary WilliamsHometown: Lake Jackson, TexasSchool: Seattle Pacific UniversityGraduation date: June 9, 2012Degree received: Bachelor's of artsArea of study: PsychologyPlans after graduation: I plan to attend Youth With a Mission's School of Counseling and Healthcare.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has given me much-appreciated financial aid.Parents' names: Bruce and Deena WilliamsMaternal grandparents' names: Richard and Delores Taylor

Paternal grandparents' names: Mary and Bruce Williams

Master's  Allan HaytonHometown: Arctic Village, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: August 2012Degree received: Master's of artsArea of study: Applied linguisticsPlans after graduation: Work on revitalizing Gwich'in language, and pursue a PhD in computer assisted language learning.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has been a strong support first in achieving my bachelor's in theatre and film in 1992 and now my master's in applied linguistics in 2012. I would not have been able to attain my goals without the support from the Doyon Foundation and its many donors. I hope I can return Doyon Foundation's investment in my education by working to strengthen our Alaska Native languages and cultures. I believe education is key to making our dreams for the future come to life.Special thank you's: My dearly departed mom Pauline Hayton, my advisory committee, including chair Dr. Sabine Siekmann, Kathy Sikorski, and Dr. Patrick Marlow, Doyon Foundation, John Ritter, Kristine Adams, Daniel Darrow, Mikko Barribeau, Bella Jean Savino, Shirley Holmberg, Martha Folden, Paul Williams, Jr., Ricky Frank, Daisy Stevens and Takudh singers.Parents' names: James and Pauline HaytonMaternal grandparents' names: Robert and Lena AlbertPaternal grandparents' names: William and Josephine Hayton  Francine KazenoffHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Master's degreeArea of study: Secondary educationPlans after graduation: Continue teaching in FairbanksHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation helped me by awarding me a competitive scholarship when I was getting my teaching license. It was immensely helpful as it helped me enter my first job nearly debt-free. More recently, I got the basic scholarship as I was working and going to school part-time to finish my master's degree. Every award helps when you're trying to pay tuition and focus on school. Thank you, Doyon Foundation!Special thank you's: Thank you to my husband who supported me as I put in many hours to schoolwork. Thank you to my mom, who watched my daughter so that I could take these classes.Parents' names: Kathy Sikorski, David Sikorski, Roger MonsonMaternal grandparents' names: Katherine and Stephen PeterPaternal grandparents' names: Al and Freida Monson  Jacqueline McNureHometown: Covington, WashingtonSchool: University of PhoenixGraduation date: December 2012Degree received: Master's of artsArea of study: Elementary teacher educationHow has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has assisted in the pursuit of my educational goals by providing scholarship benefits.Special thank you's: Thanks to my family for your constant love and support!Parents' names: Mark Jones and Sara JonesMaternal grandparents' names: Bob PattonPaternal grandparents' names: Nancy Jones  Misty Dawn NelsonHometown: Anchorage, AlaskaSchool: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: May 13, 2012

Degree received: Master's degreeArea of study: Education (Cross-cultural studies)Plans after graduation: After graduation, I plan to celebrate with a trip to Belize! My heart is at its fullest when I travel - hence the degree in cross-cultural studies! I am looking forward to my fifth year of teaching in the Cup'ik community of Chevak, Alaska. After that, we shall see...I feel a new chapter beginning in my near future! I have thoughts of more schooling, traveling, or perhaps starting a family. We shall see what the good Lord has in His plans!How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? It was my goal not to take out any student loans for grad school and, with the help of Doyon Foundation, I was able to do just that. I can proudly say that, though finances were tight at times, I was able to complete my master's degree without any student loans! Quyana, Doyon Foundation!Special thank you's: Thank you to my late father who always expressed his pride in me and my schooling - he'd be beyond proud of this accomplishment. To Mom and Rick who have always supported my decisions and believed in me, through good times and bad. To my students for being so excited for their teacher to graduate! To the community of Chevak for welcoming me into their community for the past four years. And to all of my family and friends who have been encouraging me and loving me while on this journey. Lastly, to all the people in my life who inspire me. Thank you!Parents' names: Rick and Debbie Irwin, and the late David H. NelsonPaternal grandparents' names: Bud Irwin and the late Rosemary Irwin, and Marlene HopkinsOther Comments: Photo courtesy of Melissa Shelby Photography. Permission has been granted for me to use this photo, however, photographer can be contacted at 351-5372, photos@melissashelby.com. My personal blog can be found at mistynelson907.blogspot.com.  Ginessa PeterHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of AlaskaGraduation date: May 13, 2012Degree received: Master's in educationArea of study: School counselingPlans after graduation: Working in the field of mental health and the school system to better assist future generations with preparing for life after high school.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation provided me with funds to pay for my textbooks.Special thank you's: My family for their total support in my education and future goals.Parents' names: Tony and Michelle PeterMaternal grandparents' names: Les and Regina VarnerPaternal grandparents' names: Jim and the late Charlotte Peter  Charles RalstonHometown: Juneau, AlaskaSchool: Humboldt State UniversityGraduation date: May 2012Degree received: Master's of ArtsArea of study: Teaching of writingPlans after graduation: I will return to Juneau, Alaska for the summer to work on my first novel. This fall I plan to teach freshman composition at the community college level. I will, probably, go on to get my PhD at some point, but for now I will take a break from being a student and focus on teaching.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation made it possible for me to attend graduate school, where I got the teaching experience I needed to advance my career. This would not have been possible without financial assistance from the Doyon Foundation.Parents' names: Bill and Laura RalstonMaternal grandparents' names: Justin and Mary Ann Patsy  Abgail RiggsHometown: Fairbanks, Alaska

School: University of Alaska FairbanksGraduation date: December 2012Degree received: Master's degreeArea of study: Business administrationPlans after graduation: I plan on continuing to work at RJG, A Professional Corporation as an accountant and continue to work towards becoming a CPA.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? Doyon Foundation has made a huge impact on the pursuit of my educational goals, not only by providing scholarships but also providing motivational support and networking opportunities. Doyon Foundation also provided me with an internship opportunity as the Morris Thompson Memorial Golf Tournament intern.Special thank you's: Special thank you to all of the donors that make it possible for Doyon Foundation to support students and to my family for supporting me during my long hours away from home.Parents' names: Timothy (Neil) and Jeanette ScannellMaternal grandparents' names: Josephine and the late Lawrence Roberts of Tanana

Doctorate  Samantha ErvinHometown: Northway, AlaskaSchool: University of New MexicoGraduation date: May 12, 2012Degree received: Doctor of pharmacyArea of study: PharmacyPlans after graduation: I accepted a job offer at Southcentral Foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. I will be working as a pharmacist.How has Doyon Foundation assisted you in pursuit of your educational goals? I received the Doyon Foundation's basic and competitive scholarships throughout my undergraduate and graduate education.Special thank you's: I would like to give a special thank you to my husband Bruce. He believed in me, was always there for me and helped me to believe in myself.Parents' names: Richard and Lois SmithMaternal grandparents' names: Julius and Jenny (deceased) SamPaternal grandparents' names: Tilman (deceased) and Katherine Smith  Monty HawkinsHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaSchool: University of WashingtonGraduation date: June 2, 2012Degree received: MDArea of study: MedicinePlans after graduation: Pathology residency at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona.Parents' names: Ardon Hawkins and Dolly Morris (Gregory)Grandparents' names: Glenn and Lena Gregory  

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