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SFU freshman receives Willits scholarship
Gavin Ross, a graduate of Hollidaysburg Area High School, was awarded the 2023 Dr. Billie Willits Memorial Scholarship from the Skills Foundation.
Now a freshman at Saint Francis University, Loretto, Ross received $3,000 toward his education from a scholarship fund to benefit the children of employees of Skills of Central Pa. The annual presentation honors the memory of long time Skills Board Member Dr. Billie Willits.
Ross maintained a 4.0 grade point average as a Hollidaysburg student and was an active volunteer in the community. He is a member of the Key Club, a volunteer for the Women's Club Food Drive and a volunteer tutor at the Public Library and at his high school.
Ross is studying chemistry at Saint Francis University as a full-time student.
Ross was eligible for the scholarship because his mother, B.J. Johannides, works as a behavior support specialist for Skills of Central Pa in Blair County.
Ross's application and essay were selected by the scholarship committee of the Skills Foundation, citing several of the factors mentioned above, which made him a deserving recipient.
Student has work featured in art show
ELMIRA, N.Y. -- Anna Ward of Williamsburg, has artwork on display in the Term I 2023 Student Art Show in the George Waters Art Gallery at Elmira College through Dec. 1.
The exhibit includes pieces from the First Year Seminar courses along with work by students taking art courses at all levels. Paintings, drawings, prints, and video displays hang on the walls with ceramics and sculptures featured on pedestals throughout the gallery.