FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 02, 2013
July 02, 2013
Congratulations to Our 2013 Union Plus Scholarship Award Winners!
Congratulations to our 2013 Union Plus Scholarship award winners! Over 5,300 applications were received by Union Plus and AFGE had three students selected this year. Their great SAT scores, well-rounded studies, extracurricular activities, and understanding of the value of working families and union membership combined made them great picks!
Our first winner, Marthalyn Lamb from Birmingham, Alabama, comes from a family with three generations of involvement in the labor movement. Marthalyn’s father, David Lamb, is a member of AFGE Local 3024. Her goal is to become a nurse, because she has a passion for helping people. She was influenced by her brother who has autism to pursue nursing and dedicate her time towards caring for others.
Casie Phillips from Richland, Michigan is our next winner. Casie’s mother is Cynthia Phillips who is a member of AFGE Local 1626. Her family has a long-time dedication to unions as members, organizers, and activists. She believes, “unions bring about prosperity, ability, and unity.” Her values and ideals about unions will surely benefit her in her studies and career aspirations.
Kurtis Quillin from Floresville, Texas is our last winner. Kurtis’s father is Jeffery Quillin who is a member of AFGE Local 1004. His appreciation for unions stems from his father’s involvement in AFGE. He has a passion for athletics and wishes to pursue a career in sports broadcasting. He is involved in Boy Scouts, officiating youth sports, and announcing at sports games and on the radio. He has been passionate about sports broadcasting since he was in 6th grade.
Congratulations again to Marthalyn, Casie, and Kurtis! AFGE commends you on your hard work and good luck with your studies!
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