AK Native Student Network:

Students/Alumni

“Learning. Growing. Giving back to my community.”

“Career. College. Choices.”

“Education lets me grow. Culture keeps me anchored.”

“Education. It’s training for life.”

 

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Kris VanWingerden (Field: Electrical Engineering)

“I just want to say thank you for your time and interest in my education and future.  Your financial aid is essential to my success and gives me the opportunity to achieve (my) goals and desires… I’ll be sure to use your investment in me to its fullest potential.” (Kris VanWingerden)

 

Kris is a graduate of Colony High School, residing in Big Lake.  He attends the University of Alaska Anchorage and is seeking a degree in electrical engineering. His studies include the areas of data communications, telecommunications, fiber optics, electromagnetic wave propagation, satellite communications, digital and physical electronics, computer and microcomputer applications, remote biomedical and environmental instrumentation, electric energy systems, system identification and simulation, digital signal processing, environmental safety and design, construction of major facilities, buildings, roads and bridges.

 

“I feel that being educated in these areas may benefit the Alaskan people in that I may contribute to the efficiency of production facilities thereby reducing the environmental impact of such services preserving and protecting the beauty here in our great state.  It is important and a desire of mine to work in and for Alaska.” (Kris VanWingerden)

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Jordon Lindsey (Field: Geospatial Engineering)

"Greetings Friends,

I am very proud to inform you that on January 27, 2010 I enlisted in the US Army to be a geo-spatial engineer.  My application to this specialty position was personally approved by the pentagon due to my geography degree from Southern Oregon University. 

I will report for active duty on May 3, 2010.  On that date I will go to Fort Jackson , SC for nine weeks of basic training.  Upon graduation, I will continue with advanced training at the National Geospatial Intelligence College at Fort Belvoir , VA for 21 weeks.. 

I will be learning from the best in the field while training, and performing a most important job for our nation and troops while serving.  The efforts of so many, including yourselves, have allowed me to move with strength and determination into this new chapter of my life.

Thank You."

Jordon Lindsey

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2010 Koniag Angayuk Scholarship Recipients

Peter Boskofsky (Field: Law)

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Margaret Nielsen (Field: Law)

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“Thank you for your support of my education. The growth and development I have gained while in school is immeasurable and would not have been possible without your support. Thank you.” (Natasha Hayden)

 

'09 - '10 GRADUATES

GRADUATE	FIELD/DEGREE
Charlene McDonald	Nurse Anesthetist
Meghan Woodman	Kinesiology
Linda Barnes	Esthetician
Chelsea Wilmott	Nursing
Cliff Sheehan	Welding
Shawn Wolkoff	Medical Assistant
Malia Villegas	PhD in Culture, Communities, & Education
Todd Pulis	Finance
Gordon Pullar	MA in Rural Development
Annie M. Peterson Lewis	Nursing

'08 - '09 GRADUATES

GRADUATE	FIELD/DEGREE
Natasha Hayden	Engineering
Audrey Holien	Public Administration & Computer Science
Barbara Bundy	Associate of Arts
Patsy Hester	Bachelor of Arts
Alana Branson	Biology
Mary Lavassar	Bachelor of Arts
Kenneth Nelson, Jr.	Master of Business Administration
Chantel Aga	Medical Assistant
Margaret Nielsen	Bachelor of Arts (English)
Sean Lestenkof	Surgical Technologist
Andrea Lawrenson	Clinical Laboratory Science
Darin Pestrikoff	Bachelor of Arts (History)
Christy Humphreys	Kinesiology
Abigail Chabitnoy	Bachelor of Arts (English/Anthropology)
Meagan Christianson	Bachelor of Arts (Education)
Sabrina Christiansen	Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
Patricia Ruiz	Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice)
Agnes Beans	Insurance & Medical Coding
Byron Kotongan	Pilot's License
Jordon Lindsey	Geography
Chelsea Helgason	Marketing

 

“I am so grateful for everything you have done to help me in continuing my education and fulfilling my dreams.  Thank you so much!” (Sofia Infante)

 

'10 - '11 Scholarship Recipients