The Columbia City High School Alumni Association (CCHSAA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Bob Brittan Memorial Scholarship, awarded during this year’s Annual CCHS Honor Convocation. This enduring scholarship honors the legacy of Bob Brittan, a 1954 CCHS graduate and passionate advocate for education and community service.
This year, six outstanding seniors were selected for their exceptional academic achievements, strong leadership, and commitment to service, qualities that Bob exemplified throughout his life.
2025 Bob Brittan Memorial Scholarship Recipients:
- Sydney Bersel
- Kennedy Dumbacher
- Abigail Heuer
- Jylian Kenner
- Reagan Oldfather
- Lukus Schmitt
Photo Caption: L to R: Andrew Thompson, Jyllian Keener, Reagan Oldfather, Sydney Bersel, Kennedy Dumbacher, Abigail Heuer, David Peterson. Not present Lukus Schmitt.
Each recipient demonstrated not only scholastic excellence but also the values that Bob Brittan held dear: integrity, perseverance, and a dedication to making a difference in their communities.
The Bob Brittan Memorial Scholarship was established to benefit graduating seniors of Columbia City High School who plan to pursue higher education. It is a fitting tribute to Bob’s lifelong commitment to encouraging youth and supporting their future potential.
To learn more about the scholarship and how it continues to shape the futures of CCHS graduates, visit the Whitley County Community Foundation website.
CCHSAA congratulates each of these deserving students and looks forward to following their journeys in the years to come. We are confident they will carry forward the spirit and legacy of Bob Brittan in all they do.
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You are cordially invited to
Whitley County, Indiana
"Social Luncheon"
All Citizens of Whitley County
invited to a
FLORIDA LUNCHEON SOCIAL
MARCH 7, 2017 at 11:00 AM -TUESDAY
HOMER's ORIGINAL SMORGASBORD
1000 Sebring Square – SE Corner US 27 & Sebring Pkway.
SEBRING, FLORIDA 33870
A casual social gathering for you to enjoy with family, friends, classmates & alumni of
WHITLEY COUNTY, INDIANA
No reservations needed. Pay $9.00/$9.50 pp + tax at the door
Google for detailed directions - Homer's 863-386-1440 in FL
This Year's Host & Hostess are:
To be announced.
Above L-R: Caitlyn Harris & Bryce Shepherd, CCHS 2016
Above L-R: Miranda Eber & Taylor Duncan, CCHS 2016
Above L-R: Matt Benedict, Cameron Slavich, Luke Schrader, Drew Lamle & Ryan Mosher, CCHS 2016
Above left to right first row: Scholarship winners Bridget Hinen, Macenzie Lane, Katie Weigel, Natalie Roberts and Taylor Daniel. Back row : Andrew Thompson, President CCHS Alumni Association and Chris Bechtold.
Columbia City High School Alumni Association (CCHSAA) awarded Bob Brittain Memorial scholarships to five CCHS graduating seniors at the Honor Convocation held at CCHS May 11, 2016. Andrew Thompson and Chris Bechtold represented CCHSAA at the convocation.
The five scholarships were valued at $500.00 each and were awarded to Taylor Daniel, Macenzie Lane, Katie Weigel, Natalie Roberts and Bridget Hinen
Kristin Rentschler, Rachelle Patrick, Chris Bechtold and Andrew Thompson were on the selection committee. CCHSAA congratulates the recipients and wishes them well in their future endeavors.
Above L-R: Baily Rentschler and Macie Hinen, CCHS 2015
Above L-R: Andrew Graves & Courtney Davis, CCHS 2015
Above L-R: Cheyenne Johnson & Abigail Gottfried , CCHS 2015
Above L-R: MacKenzie Holbrook & Taylor Martinez, CCHS 2015
Above L-R: Shelby Allison & Courtney Davis, CCHS 2015
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