Golden Plains Insurance has announced Elaine Shannon as the recipient of the Golden Plains Insurance Scholarship for 2024. This annual scholarship recognizes outstanding dedication to community, education, faith, and academic excellence among graduating seniors.

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Every year, Golden Plains Insurance selects a deserving student from a pool of exceptional applicants. For 2024, Shannon stood out among 37 deserving candidates for her exceptional commitment to community service, academic pursuits, and leadership qualities. Hailing from Kim in Baca County, Shannon has been awarded the educational scholarship worth $2,000 for her remarkable achievements.

Shannon demonstrated exemplary academic performance, boasting an impressive 4.159 Weighted GPA, as evidenced by her official high school transcript. Her application was supported by three exceptional letters of recommendation, highlighting her dedication to family, school, and the environment.

With aspirations in rangeland management, Shannon plans to pursue her associate degree in Soil and Crop Science at Otero College before transferring to the University of Wyoming to earn her bachelor’s degree in Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management. Her commitment to her educational journey and future career goals is evident in her autobiographical statement, where she emphasized the importance of preparation and determination.

The Scholarship Committee at Golden Plains Insurance is confident that Shannon will use this scholarship to its fullest potential, driven by her passion for education and community service.