2025-2026 Winners

MEET 2025-2026 MFMA SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!

Ethan Caeton
Oregon State University
Major: B.S. Forestry: Forest Restoration and Fire

Thank you so much for this opportunity. It means the world that people want to help me pursue my education and see value in doing so. Scholarships are a burden off my chest, as they help me to tackle the financial challenges of going to school, helping me to devote more to my studies, but they are also a reminder and an encouragement that spur me on to keep going with my education. My hope is that once I graduate, I'll be able to contribute to others as you have helped me.

 

Bridgett Goebel
Arizona State University 
Major: Architecture

This scholarship brings recognition and real relief. As a non-traditional student supporting both myself and my elderly father, the financial demands of returning to school often feel overwhelming. The cost of specialized design materials, software, and supplies is significant, and unlike many degree programs, these expenses are unavoidable and constant. Receiving this award lifts a weight off my shoulders and allows me to breathe a little easier, knowing I can fully focus on my studies rather than worrying about how to make ends meet.

Your support confirms that I’m moving in the right direction. It allows me to focus more fully on strengthening my skills, exploring my creativity, and keeping sustainability at the core of my design work. I am deeply grateful for this gift of both opportunity and peace of mind. Thank you again for believing in students like me and helping us move forward with confidence.

 

Shawn Ray
Carnegie Mellon University
Major: Architecture

Receiving the MFMA 2025-2026 Scholarship is a tremendous honor and a significant investment in my future. To me, this award represents more than just financial assistance; it is a vote of confidence in my academic potential and a powerful motivator to continue striving for excellence in my field. This recognition from the MFMA validates the hard work I have dedicated to my education and inspires me to pursue my goals with even greater determination. This scholarship will directly enhance my educational experience by alleviating the financial burden associated with essential academic resources. By reducing my financial concerns, this award will empower me to dedicate more time and focus to my coursework, participate more fully in campus opportunities, and immerse myself completely in the learning process.

 

Sophie Meyer
Michigan Technological University
Major: Forestry

I am honored to receive this scholarship from the MFMA. As a student pursuing a degree in Forestry with the aim of a career in consulting forestry work, the education I'm obtaining at Michigan Technological University is absolutely crucial for my future. Receiving these funds helps me continue to attend university and pursue my professional and educational goals, setting me up for future success that would not be otherwise possible. I've really enjoyed my educational experience thus far and am incredibly excited to continue on this path.

 

Haley Rosenberg
Northern Arizona University
Major: Masters of Forestry

Receiving this scholarship truly means so much to me. It not only eases the financial stress of continuing my education but also motivates me to keep pushing to finish my masters degree in forestry. With this support, I can use this scholarship for my classes, fieldwork, and research that will prepare me to contribute to the sustainable management of our forests and natural resources.