Aurora, NE – April 15, 2025 – Aurora Cooperative is proud to announce the winners of our 2025 scholarship program. This year, ten exceptional students have been selected to receive $1,000 scholarships to support their education in agriculture-related fields. All recipients will be attending public or private post-secondary institutions during the 2025-2026 academic year.

These outstanding students have exhibited impressive academic achievements, active community leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing the field of agriculture and creating meaningful change beyond it. We are honored to support this next generation of ag leaders. The Aurora Cooperative Scholarship is a reflection of our commitment to investing in the future of rural communities and empowering youth to pursue higher education.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all applicants for their interest and dedication. The pool of candidates was incredibly competitive, reflecting the commitment and passion of our future agricultural professionals. We appreciate each student’s desire to pursue a career in agriculture and contribute to this vital industry.

The 2025 Aurora Cooperative Scholarship winners are as follows:

1. Emma Ellis-Sack – Attending University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in Animal Science. Graduate of Aurora High School, daughter of Angelique Sack.
2. Evan Frink – Attending University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in Agricultural Economics with a minor in Precision Agriculture. Graduate of Adams Central High School, son of Jason & Shannon Frink.
3. Bailey Hall – Attending Kansas State University, majoring in Veterinary Medicine. Graduate of McCool Junction Public Schools, daughter of Jason & Dana Hall.
4. Allie Howell – Attending Northeast Community College – Norfolk, majoring in Agribusiness. Graduate of High Plains High School, daughter of Mike & Lisa Howell.
5. Annalise Jones – Attending Northeast Community College – Norfolk, majoring in Pre-Veterinary Technology. Graduate of Aurora High School, daughter of Lance & Reba Jones.
6. Candace Lippe – Attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in Agribusiness and Agronomy. Graduate of Clay Center High School, daughter of Adam & Anna Lippe.
7. Abbie Milton – Attending Northeast Community College – Norfolk, majoring in Agribusiness. Graduate of Friend Public School, daughter of Robert & Jill Milton.
8. Roe Patton – Attending Doane University, majoring in Agribusiness. Graduate of Aurora High School, son of Suzanne Patton.
9. Garrett Scholz – Attending University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in Agribusiness. Graduate of Bertrand High School, son of Michael & Sara Scholz.
10. Ethan Shaw – Attending Fort Hays State University, majoring in Agribusiness. Graduate of Sandy Creek High School, son of Brian & Julie Shaw.

Congratulations to all our scholarship recipients! We are excited to support these talented individuals as they embark on their educational and professional paths.

For more information about the Aurora Cooperative scholarship program, please visit our website, www.auroracoop.com, or contact our office directly.

About Aurora Cooperative

Aurora Cooperative is a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative with headquarters in Aurora, Nebraska. We provide our customers with top-quality products and services, including seed, fertilizer, crop protection, animal nutrition, and energy products. Our mission is to create value for our owners by offering unparalleled expertise and commitment to the success of their farming operations.