Scholarships are due March 1, with the exception of The Maschhoff’s Scholarships, which are due May 1.
The Cox family has a special place in their hearts for pigs show and their community and has chosen to carry on Mike’s legacy by offering a scholarship in his name to a student pursuing a degree in agriculture that participates in their community, pursues academic excellence and embraces the family friendly culture of pig shows.
Mike Cox was a family man that enjoyed spending time with his wife and kids at pig shows. He knew the importance of putting in the work at home and loved helping his kids practice their showmanship skills in the yard with him as the judge. Between getting ready for and going to shows, Mike and his family were actively involved in their church and community. He enjoyed providing entertainment for friends and family and could often be found at the grill or in the kitchen. The Cox family has a special place in their hearts for the showpig industry and their community and has chosen to carry on Mike’s legacy by offering a scholarship in his name to a student pursuing a degree in agriculture that participates in their community, pursues academic excellence and embraces the family friendly culture of pig shows.
One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman, sophomore or junior for the upcoming fall semester enrolled in an agriculturally related field. Students may only be awarded this scholarship one time.
Each selection committee member shall independently review and score each application received and select the recipient based on the following criteria:
Applications will be scored by a committee that includes a member from the Cox family. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
YEAR | WINNER |
2020 | Cole Moeller |
2019 | Harlee Wiggins, Okla. |
2018 | Courtney Conine, GA |
2017 | Haley Stark, FL |
Aimed towards college students with a passion for the swine industry, focusing on the Commercial Industry.
Many members of The Maschhoffs team were members of 4-H or FFA, including the company owners. Leaders within the company understand the value that programs like these bring in the development of future leaders. The Maschhoffs got involved with NJSA because they see an audience of youth with a common interest in the swine industry. Their hope has been to help nurture and inspire the passion for pork production through the experiences offered by the NJSA. Their major contributions are the TML scholarship, sponsorship of the National Youth Leadership Conference and involvement in occasional teaching experiences during LEAD or other NJSA events. Through NJSA, The Maschhoffs have an avenue to interact with youth that have an interest in swine and as part of that interaction, they hope to provide exposure to the opportunities that exist throughout the industry and within their company. The Maschhoffs hope to show members that they can make a career centered around their passion, whether it is in swine production or as a support to production. Production support might involve working with genetics, research, accounting, human resources, nutrition, environmental, amongst many other possible career choices. Involvement in the NJSA provides The Maschhoffs an opportunity to play a role in enhancing youth enthusiasm toward the industry, and hopefully provide opportunities for future careers.
Up to five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the winners of The Maschhoffs Inc. Scholarship. All winners will receive $1,000 and must complete a 3-4 day internship with The Maschhoffs Inc., at their headquarters in Carlyle, Illinois. All travel, meals and housing expenses will be paid by The Maschhoffs Inc.
Applicants must fill out the scholarship application and complete four questions with a 300-word maximum essay. The questions must be double-spaced and typed. Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation from a non-related industry professional, 4-H leader, FFA adviser or school teacher. Letters should be one page in length and can be a common letter sent for other scholarship applications.
YEAR | WINNER |
2020 | Katelyn Robinson, Caitlyn Wileman, Mia Freyermuth, Emily Lightner, Cole Moeller |
2019 | Abigail Jenkins, La., Seth Mitchell, Ill., Jacob Sterle, Iowa, Maddie Fugate, Ill., AJ Hornback, Ind. |
2018 | Whitney Whitaker, CA; Taylor Conley, PA; Ethan Stas, PA; Melissa Keller, NY; Megan Mench, IN |
2017 | Brandon Stickler, IL; Adrian Austin, IL; Lexi Delaney, IA; Hannah Frobose, OH; Sarah Strathman, WI |
2016 | Devin Ammann, IL; Lindsey Robinson, MO; Jared Welik, IA; Hannah Zundel, PA; Morgan Mench, IN |
2015 | Morgan Cox, IN; Lexi Marek, IA; Danika Miller, IN; Jackson Johnson, IN; Caleb Grohmann, IL |
2014 | Heather Johnston, OH; Lauren Koeppe, IN |
2013 | Kane Austin, IL; David Ammann, IL |
2012 | Matt Morrison, NY; Corey Carpenter, CA |
2011 | AustinLangemeier, TX; Hallie Frobose, OH |
2010 | Cally Hass, MI; Warner Phipps, NE |
2009 | Alicia Keller, NY; Kayla Meyer, IL |
2008 | Hyatt Frobose, OH; Bailey Albright, MI |
Based on member's role and participation in the NJSA throughout the year.
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
Year | Winner |
2020 | Owen Hege |
2019 | Carson Page, Ga. |
2018 | Whitney Swaim, IN |
2017 | Landry Kaysen, CO |
2015 | Kolby Butcher, IN |
2014 | Nalaney Guyer, IL |
2013 | Savannah Page, GA |
2012 | Riley Wendt, OH |
2010 | Ty Goss, OK |
2006 | Adrian Austin, IL |
Year | Winner |
2020 | Landry Kaysen |
2019 | Bryson Stickler, Ill. |
2018 | Olivia Shike, IL |
2017 | Hadley Hendrickson, IN |
2016 | Chasten McConn, PA |
2015 | Savannah Page, GA |
2014 | Karson Kelso, TX |
2013 | Ashtin Guyer, IL |
2012 | Payton Hines, MI |
2010 | Maddie Fugate, IL |
2006 | Jackson Johnson, IN |
Year | Winner |
2020 | Olivia Shike |
2019 | Savannah Page, Ga. |
2018 | Brody Nemecek, KS |
2017 | Abigayle Bartholomew, TN |
2015 | Jacob Sterle, IA |
2014 | Maddie Fugate, IL |
2013 | Adrian Austin, IL |
2012 | Kane Austin, IL |
2010 | Heather Storer, OH |
2006 | Warner Phipps, NE |
Year | Winner |
2020 | Lauren Robinson, Sierra Graham |
2019 | Mason Lamonte, Fla., Abigayle Bartholomew, Tenn. |
2018 | Maddie Fugate, IL |
2017 | Brandon Stickler, IL; Lindsey Robinson, MO |
2016 | Adrian Austin, IL; Jackson Johnson, IN |
2015 | Taylor Conley, PA; Macy Marek, IA |
2014 | Kane Austin, IL; Morgan Cox, IN |
2013 | Kyle Mendes, CA; Konni Kelso, TX |
2012 | Tana Simmons, IN; Corey Carpenter, CA |
2010 | Ryan Giertz, IL; Kayla Meyer, IL |
2006 | Brian Down, IL; Bryan Boyer, IN |
Awarded to one of the NJSA Junior Board of Directors.
The National Junior Swine Association Visionary Leader Scholarship has been established to recognize one member of the NJSA Board of Directors for his or her outstanding contributions and service to the members of the NJSA. The rankings will be compiled by NSR and winners will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. This scholarship can only be won one time.
Scholarship applicants must be members of the NJSA Board of Directors. Each director is required to apply for the scholarship. Applications should be typed. Extra pages may be used as necessary.
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
Year | Winner |
2020 | Brandon Stickler |
2019 | Adrian Austin, Ill. |
2018 | Hannah Frobose, OH |
2017 | Lindsey Robinson, MO |
2016 | Danika Miller, IN |
2015 | Hannah Zundel, PA |
2014 | Dusty Compart, MN |
2013 | Corey Carpenter, CA |
2012 | Mackenzie Langemeier, TX |
2011 | Rebecca Bailey, CA |
2010 | Lynsee Shaffer, IN |
2008 | Aimee Shaffer, IN |
Awarded to NJSA members that are enrolled in a post-secondary institution and majoring in an agricultural-related field.
These four (4) $2,500 scholarships were formed by the National Junior Swine Association from the World Pork Expo trailer spot auction with intentions to go to NJSA members that enrolled in post-secondary institution and majoring in an agricultural-related field.
Our ideal candidate is someone who sticks out amongst the crowd of applicants and represents the four pillars of the National Junior Swine Association; competition, leadership, education and scholarship.
Applications will be scored by a committee selected by the NSR Director of Junior Shows. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
Year | Winner |
2020 | COMPETITION – Maddie Fugate; LEADERSHIP – Brandon Stickler; EDUCATION – Brody Nemecek; SCHOLARSHIP – Lauren Robinson |
2019 | COMPETITION – Brandon Stickler, Ill.; LEADERSHIP– Adrian Austin, Ill.; EDUCATION– Payton Hines, Mich.; SCHOLARSHIP– Katelyn Robinson, Mo. |
This scholarship is funded from premium checks that Junior Members have donated back to the NJSA.
These THREE $1,000 scholarship were formed by the National Junior Swine Association to be awarded to college students that are majoring in an agricultural-related field. The funds are derived solely from NJSA members donating their show premiums to this cause. As a result, we feel it is our obligation to help the most deserving students. This brings us many tough decisions in deciding who is the most "deserving". Our ideal candidate is someone who sticks out amongst the crowd of applicants. After reading your essay, we want to know you're the winner without any doubts. Here's a hint - the best way to do this is to write in your own unique style and with total honesty.
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
YEAR | WINNER |
2020 | Lauren Robinson, Brody Nemecek, Travis Hamilton |
2019 | Katelyn Robinson, Mo. |
2018 | Jada Johnson, IN |
2017 | Maddie Fugate, IL |
2016 | Adrian Austin, IL |
Sponsored by TC Trailers and will be awarded to a high school senior planning to attend college in the fall semester of the year on the basis of demonstrated academics, leadership activities, and community service activities.
TC Trailer Sales, a utility trailer dealer serving Indiana and surrounding states for 25 years, is proud to support the NJSA and its efforts to help youth through educational opportunities. One $500 scholarship is sponsored by TC Trailer Sales and will be awarded to a high school senior planning to attend college in the fall semester of the year the scholarship is awarded. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of demonstrated academics, leadership activities, and community service activities.
Each selection committee member shall independently review and score each application received and select the recipient based on the following criteria:
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
More information about TC Trailer Sales can be found online at www.tc-trailers.com.
YEAR | WINNER |
2020 | Dorothy Paschal |
2019 | Makenna Green, Ill. |
2018 | Jaidyn Swartz, NM |
2017 | Sara Gammon, MO |
2016 | Adrian Austin, IL |
Formed by the American Yorkshire Club to give scholarships to kids that have a history of showing Yorkshire swine.
The American Yorkshire Club was organized on April 1, 1893, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The office was first in St. Paul, Minnesota, and was moved to Valparaiso, Indiana, in 1948. The first club was a stock company. In 1948, the American Yorkshire Club was reorganized and became a membership organization. Then in 1994, the National Swine Registry was formed as a result of the consolidation of the American Yorkshire Club, the Hampshire Swine Registry and the United Duroc Swine Registry. In January 1998, the American Landrace Association joined the NSR. The AYC Board of Directors are dedicated to youth development and have established a scholarship. The American Yorkshire Club Scholarship has been founded to provide financial support to NJSA members that have a passion for the Yorkshire breed.
Each selection committee member shall independently review and score each application received and select the recipient based on the following criteria:
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
YEAR | WINNER |
2020 | Maddie Fugate |
2019 | Brandon Stickler, IL |
2018 | Brandon Stickler, IL |
2017 | Taylor Conley, PA |
2016 | Adrian Austin, IL |
The Employees Making Professionals scholarship was formed by the staff of the National Swine Registry with the intention of a percentage of funds withheld from their paycheck to go to a deserving past or present member of the NJSA pursuing post-secondary education and a career within the agriculture industry.
The staff at the NSR recognizes our organization would not be what it is without the members it represents. Because of this our ideal candidate is someone who holds aspirations to pursue a career within the pork industry and/or intends on raising and marketing their own purebred seedstock.
Each selection committee member shall independently review and score each application received based on the following criteria
Results will also be posted on the NSR website, www.nationalswine.com, and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
The Funding the Future Scholarship was funded by National Swine Registry members who selected to contribute 1% of their seedstock sales to the National Junior Swine Association with intentions to provide funds to a NJSA member that is majoring in an agricultural-related field.
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
The Pay It Forward Scholarship was funded by the Steve Sell Family’s Crossbred Gilt Sale Donation at the 2018 World Pork Expo with intentions to go to NJSA members that enrolled in post-secondary institution and majoring in an agricultural-related field.
Applications will be scored by a committee. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the National Junior Summer Spectacular. Results will also be posted on the NSR website and in the August Seedstock EDGE issue.
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Link(s) for more information |
Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship | http://nppc.org/programs/scholarships/ |
Pork Industry Scholarships sponsored by Pork Checkoff |
http://www.pork.org/pork-checkoff-research/college-scholarships/ |
Illinois Pork Producers |
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Iowa Pork Producers |
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Sullivan Supply/Stock Show U Scholarship |
http://www.sullivansupply.com/scholarship/ericawinnerspage.html |
Willoughby Sales Ag Youth Scholarship |
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Noah Morris Memorial Scholarship |
https://statelinecf.academicworks.com/opportunities/flexible |