Idaho Governor's Cup Scholarship recipients announced

BOISE — Governor Brad Little recently announced the recipients of the 2019 Governor’s Cup Scholarships to Idaho colleges and universities.

The 44th Governor’s Cup fund-raising drive brought in enough money for 37 new scholarships to award this year.

Recipients were chosen from among more than 1,000 applicants by the Idaho Governor’s Cup Scholarship Fund Inc.’s 12-member board of directors. Selections were made based on each applicant’s commitment to public service, academic achievement, leadership and community involvement.

Among the list of winners is Wallace Jr./Sr. High School student Kelsie Sullivan, who plans to attend a two to three year technical program at North Idaho College.

The award is $3,000 per year, renewable for up to four years, or two to three years for career-technical programs, contingent upon the length of the program.

“We are so proud of the recipients of the 2019 Governor’s Cup scholarships. They are part of the next generation of Idaho leaders, and their commitment to their neighbors, communities, and the state will be a part of them throughout their lives,” Governor Little said. “Thank you to the generous sponsors and donors whose contributions to this important scholarship program help Idaho students in their educational pursuits.”

The governor and first lady hosted a reception honoring the Governor’s Cup recipients on June 5 at the Capitol. The 2019 Idaho Governor’s Cup fundraising event is scheduled September 5-7 in Sun Valley.