Collinsville Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on May 23.
GCS Credit Union has recently awarded the $2,000 Nicole R. Thorp Scholarship. Karlie Jeffries of Collinsville High School was this year’s recipient of the Nicole R. Thorp Scholarship.
GCS was looking for applicants who receive good grades, have an opinion on good money habits and who actively volunteer in the community. Nicole R. Thorp, who the scholarship is named after, was a big believer in helping out where needed. Karlie’s volunteer work includes participating in a local toy drive, visiting the Collinsville Senior Center, working as a student tutor, participating in summer volleyball camps and raising funds for a local scholarship. Karlie plans to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and pursue a career in nursing.
Candidates were also required to submit an essay on three principles they believe should guide a new college student’s money habits. Karlie believes, “Setting a budget is extremely important. It keeps you from over spending and makes you develop the appreciation of the actual value of a dollar.”
GCS wishes Karlie the best of luck in continuing her education and reaching her savings goals.
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Source: Collinsville Chamber of Commerce
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