William Hnilicka Memorial Scholarship
Beginning in 1999, the WCCA has provided annual scholarships to individuals seeking higher education. The funds for the scholarships have been sustained over the years by conference vendor fees, raffles and silent auctions.
2024
3 - $1000 Scholarships were awarded.
Brynn Baalke
University of Minn-Duluth majoring in Environmental Science
Elle Vandenelzen
UWSP majoring in Conservation and Community Planning
Morgan Goff
UWSP majoring in Conservation and Community Planning
Bill Hnilicka was the Brown County Zoning Administrator from 1970-1996. He served as the WCCA President in 1980 and was very active in the organization. He served on the DILHR 83 Committee that worked on revising the plumbing code standards in the 90's. Bill passed away from complications of Lou Gehrig's Disease in 1997.
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"Hello, my name is Morgan Goff and I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point studying Conservation and Community Planning. I have a minor in GIS and Spatial Analysis and Business Administration. I could not be more grateful to have received the William Hnilicka Memorial Scholarship as I finish up my undergraduate degree this year. The financial support allows me to focus on my coursework instead of making enough money to support myself and my education. Completing this degree will allow me to follow my passions in protecting our natural resources and to work with the land, for the people. Thank you so much for selecting me for this scholarship!"
"Hello!
My name is Elle Vandenelzen. I am a junior at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point majoring in Conservation and Community Planning. I am very thankful to receive the William Hnilicka Memorial Scholarship. With this support, I have gained even greater motivation to continue pursuing my education. I enjoy being involved in my community on and off campus. After graduation, I hope to have a career that protects Earth's current resources while advocating for a better future. Once again, I'd like to express my gratitude for this generous contribution."
"Hello! My name is Bryn Baalke and I am a freshman at the University of Minnesota-Duluth where I major in environmental science. I am very passionate about the outdoors and preserving our resources and wild spaces. I hope to use my degree to pursue a career in habitat restoration and conservation. This scholarship will help me with my tuition this school year and make sure I build a strong foundation in environmental science. Thank you again for this award and your generosity!"