The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education recently awarded 10 students from Meridian Technology Center the Otha Grimes Memorial Scholarship.

Adult students receiving this honor are Cheryl Osborne, Guthrie; Wendy Hall, Ponca City; Janey Gambill, Glencoe; Brenna Anson, Pawnee; and Stillwater students James Hammack, Nicki Wickline, Lindsey Thompson, Dallas Camren, Candice Daniels and Rebeca Yohouza.

The scholarship’s namesake, Otha Grimes, was actively involved in agriculture, oil and gas production, and civic programs throughout the state. Grimes served as a member of the board of directors for the CareerTech Foundation.

The Otha Grimes Memorial Scholarship is reserved for adult students who may not qualify for other scholarship opportunities or student assistance programs. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of commitment exhibited by the recipient. Awards range from $300 to $600 and are unrestricted with respect to the occupational area. Funds can be used to assist winners with tuition, books and other direct expenses incurred for training.

Photo:  From left to right are Lindsey Thompson, Janey Gambill, Nicki Wickline, Cheryl Osborne, Rebeca Yohouza, Candice Daniels, Dallas Camren, Brenna Anson and James Hammack.