Congratulations 2019/2020 Eurich Michigan Mover Academic Scholarship Recipients
Each year the Michigan Movers Association awards scholarships to students enrolled in a technical school, university or college. To be eligible for the scholarship, recipients must be a dependent of an employee or an employee themselves of a current Michigan Movers Association mover member. We are excited to announce those who were awarded the 2019/2020 Eurich Michigan Mover Academic Scholarship.
Bradley
Clark
Bradley graduated from Dakota High School in 2019. He will be majoring in engineering this fall at Michigan State University. Bradley’s mother is employed at Preferred Moving & Storage, Inc. in Harrison Township.
Madeline
Pochowicz
Madeline will be starting her second year at The University of Toledo this fall. She is studying chemical engineering and hopes to one day work in the food processing industry developing allergy friendly foods. Madeline’s father is the General Manager at Midwest Moving and Storage in Canton.
Austin
Yost
Austin is entering his final year at Spring Arbor University where he will earn his Bachelors in Nursing Science. He hopes to continue his education to become a Nurse Practitioner. Austin has been employed at Two Men and A Truck in Clarkston for 3 years.
Nicholas
Dodge
Nicholas graduated from Walled Lake Western High School in 2019. He will be attending Michigan State University this fall, and plans to major in Engineering. Nicholas has been employed at Professional Movers.com in Walled Lake since 2016. He plans to continue working with Professional Movers.com while pursuing his college degree.
Ben
Slavin
Ben will continue his education this fall at Alma College. He is studying sociology and plans to continue his education with hopes of becoming a sociology professor. Ben is employed at White Star Movers in Sterling Heights.
Jacob
Yost
Jacob will continue his education at the University of Michigan. He is working towards earning his Bachelors in Nursing, and hopes of one day becoming a Nurse Anesthetist. Jacob is employed at Two Men and A Truck in Clarkston.
Allison
Fought
Allison graduated from Harbor Spring High School in 2019. She will be attending Marian University – WI, and will be pursuing a master’s degree in occupational therapy. Allison’s father is the owner of Petoskey Moving Company in Petoskey.
Sydney
Strawser
Sydney will begin her fourth year at The Ohio State University this fall. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. Sydney’s father is employed at Meyers Moving and Storage in Sturgis.
Connor
James
Connor graduated from Bloomfield Hills High School in 2019. He will be attending Michigan State University and majoring in Physiology this fall. Connor hopes to continue his education and fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor. Connor’s mother is employed at Corrigan Moving Systems in Auburn Hills.
Gregory
Williams
Gregory will begin his final year at Ferris State University this fall. He will receive his Bachelor of Science in Sports Communication. He hopes to work in sports administration and help young athletes to become successful. Gregory’s mother is employed at Premier Relocations Mayflower in Novi.
Congratulations to all of our awardees and best of luck in the upcoming academic year!
The below information is from the 2019/2020 scholarship as reference. Watch for 2020/2021 official application information in early 2020.
Drivers, dock workers, mechanics, office personnel and other dedicated moving industry employees are among the thousands of people each day who contribute to a strong, efficient moving industry in Michigan.
Many of these workers are or have dependents who are pursuing studies toward a higher education. The Eurich Michigan Movers Academic Scholarship Fund (EMMA-ASF) would like to help some of these students in their efforts by providing financial aid to Michigan Movers Association (MMA) member company employees or their dependents.
Sixteen or more total Annual and Vocational Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,500 may be awarded. Recipients will be selected based on their academic achievement, community involvement and their letter of intent. The Fund will provide financial assistance for college and trade school students. These funds may be used to meet such expenses as tuition, books, and housing.
The Eurich Michigan Movers Academic Scholarship (EMMA-ASF) is funded by MMA financial reserves, consisting of dues and other financial resources as received from member movers for membership and other related activities. The ASF has been specifically structured to support higher education among moving family members who are part of the MMA.
Eligibility
Applicants must be high school seniors or college students. They must be an owner, employee or a dependent of someone employed by a company with membership in the Michigan Movers Association. Scholarships are available to all MMA member movers.
Application
A student seeking a scholarship should complete the application form, along with a recent photograph, a certified copy of their transcript (last mid-term is acceptable), three letters of recommendation and an accompanying letter of intent. This letter should include information on current and planned studies, career goals, interest, and the reason for applying for the scholarship.
Selection
Recipients will be chosen by the members of the EMMA-ASF Committee. The funds will be sent directly to the recipient’s school.
Deadline For Applying
Watch for 2020/2021 application information in early 2020.
Vocational Scholarship Application
The Vocational Scholarship was initiated primarily for the applicant looking to further their education in trades associated with the moving industry. Annual grants of $500 to $1,000 for vocational scholarships will be awarded by the EMMA-ASF to eligible owners, employee or a dependent of someone employed by a company with membership in the Michigan Movers Association.
Vocational Scholarship – Diesel Mechanics & Truck Drivers
Mechanics
Diesel mechanic training is a two-year program at most vocational schools with the year divided into four quarters and the month of September being vacation time. Eligible students must have completed high school or the GED equivalent, or be enrolled in a vocational school.
If the scholarship candidate is already enrolled in a vocational school, the candidate should ask the school to provide the EMMA-ASF Committee with a list that includes vocational achievements, class attendance, and professional aptitude and citizenship ratings. The Committee will award Vocational scholarships based on that criteria plus financial need.
Truck Drivers
There are several truck driving schools in the region and each class is approximately six months long. If the candidate is already enrolled, please ask your school to provide the EMMA-ASF Committee with a statement of progress to date.
Deadline For Applying
Watch for 2020/2021 application information in early 2020.
Application for EMMA-ASF Scholarship
A scholarship from the EMMA-ASF will be awarded in consideration of an applicant’s academic achievements and community involvement. It is awarded for one year in an amount determined by the EMMA-ASF Committee. It is valid for the academic year it is awarded and cannot be held over without the approval of the EMMA-ASF Committee. Candidates may apply in subsequent years for additional funding.
Eurich Michigan Movers Academic Scholarship Application Guidelines:
- Applicant must be an owner, employee or dependent of a MMA member company in good standing.
- Applicant must maintain full time student status (12 semester hours)
- Applicant must complete all fields and required documents. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Application Form
- Recent Photograph
- Certified Copy of Transcript
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Letter of Intent
Vocational Scholarship Application Guideline:
- Applicant must be an owner, employee or dependent of a MMA member company in good standing.
- Applicant must have completed high school or GED equivalent or be enrolled in a vocational school.
- Applicant must complete all fields and required documents. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Application Form
- Recent Photograph
- Certified Copy of Transcript or if enrolled in vocational school, the school should supply a list of vocational achievements, class attendance, and professional aptitude and citizenship ratings.
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Letter of Intent
Past Recipients
2018/2019 Scholarship Recipients
Kelsie Cancelliere
Kelsie graduated from Eastwood High School in 2017 and attends The University of Findlay where she is majoring in Animal Science/Pre-Vet. She hopes to continue her education at a Veterinary College. Kelsie’s father is the owner/operator of Corrigan Moving Systems.
T’Laina Donaldson
T’Laina graduated from Berkley High School in 2018 and will attend Western Michigan University this fall. T’Laina will be majoring in Nursing with a minor in Spanish. She hopes to become a certified nurse midwife. T’Laina’s father is a Class A driver with Corrigan Moving Systems in Dearborn.
Joseph Newman
Joseph graduated from Adlai E Stevenson High School in 2015 and currently attends Western Michigan University. Joseph is an employee at Morse Moving and Storage where he plans to continue his employment after graduating with a Management degree.
Ellen See
Ellen graduated from Dexter High School in 2018 and will attend Michigan State University this fall. Ellen plans to major in Education while at MSU. Her father is the General Manager at Frisbie Moving and Storage in Ann Arbor.
Caleb Valkner
Caleb graduated from Manton Consolidated High School and has attended Mott Community College. He will begin taking classes at the University of Michigan Flint this fall where he will major in biochemistry. Caleb is an employee of Two Men and A Truck.
Ryan Carney
Ryan graduated from Onsted High School in 2018 and will attend Adrian College this fall. Ryan will be majoring in Criminal Justice and Environmental Science. He hopes to become either a police officer or conservation officer. Ryan’s father is a driver/owner and operator with Corrigan Moving Systems in Farmington Hills.
Anlin Larson
Anlin graduated from Ludington High School in 2018 and will attend Michigan State University majoring in Chemistry and Mandarin (Chinese). Anlin is interested in Alzheimer’s research and hopes to become a Neurologist. Her father and brother are owners of Larson’s Moving and Storage in Ludington.
Jakob Schneider
Jakob graduated from Hill-McCloy High School in 2016 and currently attends Saginaw Valley State University. Jakob is majoring in biochemistry and hopes to attend medical school to become an anesthesiologist. Jakob and his mother work for Corrigan Moving Systems.
Abigail Swidorski
Abigail graduated from Dwight D Eisenhower High School in 2015 an currently attends Central Michigan University. She is majoring in Sociology/Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology and Substance Abuse Education, Treatment, Intervention. Abigail hopes to one day work for the FBI. She is an employee at White Star Movers in Sterling Heights.
Zoe Wahr
Zoe graduated from Manton Consolidated High School in 2015 and currently attends Michigan Technological University where she is majoring in Civil Engineering. Zoe hopes to focus on Civil Engineering in the transportation systems. Her father is a Sales Manager at Morse Moving & Storage in Romulus.
2017/2018 Scholarship Recipients
- Kelsey Gavulic, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems in Farmington Hills
- Sarah Markley, affiliate of DMS Moving Systems
- Tyler St. Peter, affiliate of Rose Moving and Storage
- Sydney Strawser, affiliate of Meyers Moving and Storage
- Danielle E. Winger, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems in Farmington Hills
2014/2015 Scholarship Recipients
- Jacob Beudoin, affiliate of Rose Moving & Storage – Belleville
- Lindsay Burkey, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Grand Rapids
- Madison Kwaitkowski, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Grand Rapids
- Kathleen Melton, affiliate of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines – Saginaw
- Eric Morse, affiliate of Morse Moving & Storage – Romulus
- Carlin O’Malley, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Auburn Hills
- Spencer Paarlberg, affiliate of Boer’s Transfer & Storage – Holland
- Adam Winger, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Dearborn
- Lauren Zehnder, affiliate of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines – Saginaw
2015/2016 Scholarship Recipients
- Brandon Becker, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Farmington Hills
- Hannah Gayden, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Farmington Hills
- Olivia Ifezue, affiliate of Movers R Us
- Madison Kwiatkowski, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Grand Rapids
- Sarah Markley, affiliate of DMS Moving Systems
- Halie Marmalick, affiliate of Guindon Moving and Storage
- Kathryn McLean, affiliate of Morse Moving & Storage
- Aaron Moyer, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Farmington Hills
- Kathleen Moon, affiliate of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines
- Spencer Paarlberg, affiliate of Boer’s Transfer and Storage
- Julianne Paul, affiliate of Two Men and a Truck – Kalamazoo
- Brandi Strasser, affiliate of DMS Moving and Storage
- Bailey Stevens, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Grand Rapids
- Megan Troost, affiliate of Rose Moving and Storage
- Adam Winger, affiliate of Corrigan Moving Systems – Dearborn
2013/2014 Scholarship Recipients
- Sarah Biadecki, affiliate of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines
- Cavia Jan Vangorden, affiliate of Changing Places Moving
- Sara Maker, affiliate of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines
- Morgan Stevens, affiliate of Stevens Van Lines
