Your thoughts – combined with your writing skills and creativity – can put you in line to receive one of seven scholarships. Rural Mutual Insurance Company, Wisconsin Towns Association, and Scott Construction, Inc. are again offering the following scholarships to winners of an essay contest. Scholarships will be awarded on the following basis: 

All applicants must graduate from a Wisconsin public or private high school in 2025 and plan to attend a Wisconsin public or private college or university in 2025. Essays will be judged independently on originality and subject matter in relation to the topic. The essays must also contain correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Judging will be completed by August 8, 2025. Recipients will be announced by August 22, 2025. Proof of enrollment in a Wisconsin public or private college is required to receive a scholarship. View complete details here

Submit your essay along with this background information sheet to [email protected] or W7686 Co. Rd. MMM, Shawano, WI 54166.  Emailed or postmarked by May 23, 2025.

2025 Scholarship Topic:

“What are 3 top priorities your local town government officials should pursue to improve the quality of life in your community?”


2025 Scholarship Winners

Adelynn Clark

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Autumn DeGrave

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Paige Endries

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Emily Fetzer

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Alex Fischer

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Elizabeth Herdt

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Cassidy Klebsch

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Lillian Larson

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Max Luedtke

Carly Matiash

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Noah McMeeken

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Caleb Radart

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Ryan Rajala

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Treyton Schmidt

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Ella Spears

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