2022 Scholarship Winners

South Dakota CattleWomen Award Two $1,000 Scholarships

Two South Dakota young people are winners of the South Dakota CattleWomen (SDCW) “Next Generation Scholarship”.

Autumn Wilkinson (DeSmet, SD),  a student at Augustana University and Blake Olson (Chancellor, SD), a student at South Dakota State University each won a $1,000 scholarship to be used as they finish their education. Wilkinson is going into the health care field and Olson is working on a career in ag business.

“Both of our winners understand the importance of the beef industry and how their career goals will help those involved in producing beef,” said Lindy Harkin, SDCW President. “South Dakota CattleWomen is thrilled to provide these financial awards to help make their education a reality.”

Autumn Wilkinson (DeSmet, SD),  Augustana University

Blake Olson (Chancellor, SD), South Dakota State University

The SDCW has a tradition of providing scholarships for young people. Previously, the Hallie Cordes scholarship, named in honor of SDCW Past President Cordes, was given. The Cordes scholarship was funded by the Cordes family and past SDCW Presidents. In addition, a scholarship was also awarded by SDCW. This is the first year the South Dakota CattleWomen scholarships have combined to give two – larger awards.

Applications are currently being accepted for next year’s awards. The scholarship application can be found at www.sdcattlewomen.org.

The SDCW has a tradition of providing scholarships for young people. Previously, the Hallie Cordes scholarship, named in honor of SDCW Past President Cordes, was given. The Cordes scholarship was funded by the Cordes family and past SDCW Presidents. In addition, a scholarship was also awarded by SDCW. This is the first year the South Dakota CattleWomen scholarships have combined to give two – larger awards.

Applications are currently being accepted for next year’s awards. The scholarship application can be found at www.sdcattlewomen.org.

South Dakota CattleWomen has been a strong advocate for promoting the beef industry in South Dakota and supporting youth. We are thrilled to help young people with financial awards to help make their educational goals a reality.

Lindy Harkin

President, SDCW

Guy E. Ham Scholarship

South Dakota Stockgrowers Association

James Halverson

Scholarship Coordinator

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The South Dakota Stockgrowers Association offers a $1,000 and a $500 scholarship in memory of Guy E. Ham. The scholarships are available to any South Dakota student having completed at least one year of post-secondary education and pursuing a career in an agricultural or agri-business related field.

These scholarships are made possible by the generosity and gift of the Guy E. Ham Beef Industry Scholarship in memory of Guy Ham and his commitment to the future of the agriculture industry in South Dakota.