This year the GRT had 53 students attend our Back to School Event.  Twenty three lucky winners were presented  $500 scholarships. Including the merit scholarships, GRT gave out $28,000 to students in our area.

Lanie Privett- Fiddlestiks Food and Spirit- Janie Triplett presenting Coner Eckler -Center-John and Michelle Palmer donors -Janie Triplett presenting Isabella Bickhaus-Quincy- Richard and Linda Syrcle donors Kyrie Wilkerson-Hannibal -Al and Linda Kennett Al presenting Sophia Vandiver-Hannibal-Bank of Monticello- Janie Triplett presenting Sydney Miller- New London-Gene and Donna Evans- Janie Triplett presenter Katrina Thomas-Paris- Jerry and Carla Schoenborn Angela Smith Monroe City- Mac and Pam Wilt Amica Chavez-Hannibal-Todd and Rosanne Hays- Presenters Cole.,Julie, and Elliott Gilkey Grayson Mueller-Hannibal- Fretwell Real Estate & Associates- Jennifer Wood- Presenting John Wood Danielle Dohn-Quincy-Greg and Theresa Sharpe- Janie Triplett presenting Noland Ehrhardt-Hannibal- In memory of Troy Disselhorst- Scholarship donated by Rick and Lois Disselhorst and presented by Emily Disselhorst

Emily Evans-Center In memory of Jack and Mary Triplett- Kelvin and Barb Triplett donating Kelvin presenting Rylee Raney-Hannibal-Laura Maples and Randy Highfill -Kristin Vandiver presenting Barrett Whitfield Quincy-Jared and Gina Pontius Janie Triplett presenting Ryan Hays-Monroe City Schmiedeskamp, Robertson, Neu, and Mitchel- Mike Bickhaus presenting Aden Johnston Ben and Stacey Conrad presenting Carley Thurman-Hannibal- Roger and Rex Nelson-Rex Nelson presenter Karson Westhoff-Hannibal- Leah Wenneker Adams- Janie Triplett presenter Andi Belt Leonard, Mo-Rachel Bringer Shepherd- Janie Triplett presenter Molly Gottman-Palmyra- Mike and Kristina Bickhaus- Presented by Mike Sophia Albright-New London-Gary and Cathy Fesler- Presenter Janie Triplett Nora Bryant- Hannibal- In memory of Keith Triplett (Kim Triplett and family) Janie Triplett presenting

The Great River Tigers Alumni Association held their 12th Annual Student Send-Off on July 20th, 2024 at Jackson Park Golf Course in Palmyra, Mo.  The Association announced their merit scholarships and  drew for their Luck of the Draw Scholarships.

Merit Scholarships

Incoming Students

Returning Students

Luck of the Draw Scholarships $500

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In the spirit of service that was the cornerstone of the 1839 founding of the University of Missouri, the Mizzou Alumni Association Student Board presents the Mizzou ’39 Award to 39 outstanding seniors each year.

This year Elizabeth Trower from Perry, Missouri, was selected for this honor.  She is a journalism major and a honor student.  Elizabeth was selected in 2021 for the GRT’s .Chuck and Ina Rae Brazeale  $1000 Scholarship.  GRT is delighted that one of our scholarship selections was awarded the 2024 Mizzou 39 award.

2024 Mizzou 18 AND 39 AWARD WINNERS

  $1000 Merit Scholarships 

Incoming Students

From left to right -MAA 4 year renewable scholarship being presented by Al Kennett to  Alondra Martin, Hannibal,MO; the Chuck and Ina Rae Brazeale Scholarship being present by Chuck to Adelynn Palmer, Center, MO; and the Ron and Mary Jo Deters Scholarship is being presented by Al Kennett to Isabella Bickhaus

A GRT Scholarship is being presented by Al Kennett to Michael Hark, Hannibal. MO, and other GRT scholarship winners not pictured include Rose McKim, Hannibal, MO; and Summer Ramsey, Carthage, IL.

Returning Students

From left to right-the Lew Mar Foundation Scholarship is being presented by Al Kennett to Corder Lehenbauer, Palmyra, MO; a GRT Scholarship is being presented to Alexis Lloyd, Monroe City, MO by Al Kennett, and the Jerry and Carla Schoenborn Endowment is being presented by Jerry and Carla to Zoe Porter, Canton, MO.

A GRT Scholarship is being presented to Ryan Turnbull, Quincy, IL by Al Kennett and  not pictured winning a GRT Scholarship is  Abby Springer, Pittsfield, IL.

$500 Luck of the Draw Winners

From left to right-A scholarship sponsored by Fiddlesticks is being presented by Al Kennett to Carlee Long from Paris, MO; a scholarship by Fretwell & Associates Real Estate is being presented to Preston Eckler, Center, MO by and a scholarship in memory of Troy Disselhorst is being presented by  Emily Disselhorst to Caleb Juette, Palmyra, MO.

From left to right-The Gary and Cathy Fesler Scholarship is being presented by Cathy Fesler to Conner Echler, Center, MO; the Al and Linda Kennett Scholarship is being presented to Bailey Dean, Quincy,IL by Al Kennett; and the Greg Sharpe, Sharpe Seeds Scholarship is being presented to Chase Golddanger, Palymyra, MO by Ken Disselhorst.

From left to right-the Jared and Gina Pontius Scholarship is being presented to Addison Zanger, Quincy, IL by Al Kennett; the Richard and Linda Syrcle Scholarship is being presented by Richard and Linda to Jose Juarez, Palmyra, MO; and the Rex and Roger Nelson Scholarship is being presented by Rex and Roger to Tucker Bobbette, Laddonia,MO.

Left to right-the Jerry and Carla Schoenborn Scholarship is being presented by Jerry and Carla to Bronson Juette, Palmyra, MO; the  Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd Scholarship is being presented by Rachel to Ian McAffee from Springfield, IL; and the Mac and Pam Wilt Scholarship is being presented by Mac to Kaden Malone, Palmyra, MO.

From left to right-The US Wellness Meats Scholarship is being presented by Jennifer Wood to Cole Herman;,Quincy, IL; the Schmiedeskamp, Robertson, New, & Mitchel Scholarship is being presented by John Longlett and Mike Bickhaus to Jon Lundberg Palmyra, MO; and the Carolyn Henry Scholarship is being presented by Carolyn to Cooper Hinkle,Taylor, MO.

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The Mizzou Alumni Association is offering discounts on memberships and life memberships until the end of June when prices will increase.  If you are thinking of joining MAA, this is the time. You will strengthen your connection to Mizzou by becoming a member of the Mizzou Alumni Association and your local chapter, Great River Tigers.

Life Memberships…

• provide a base of support for the university we love.
• preserve our grand traditions for generations to come.
• ensure you always stay connected to fellow Tigers.
• grant you exclusive or early access to Mizzou merchandise.
• are convenient — you’ll never have to remember to pay dues again!

New life members receive…

• the MAA Life Member kit
  • includes license plate frame, key tag, lapel pin and permanent member card
• Recognition in MIZZOU magazine
• Special access to merchandise and collectibles

If you’ve been considering a life membership, now is the time to act!

• Rates will never be lower than they are today.
• Right now…
  • Tigers 65 and older receive 50% off
  • Current students receive 50% off
  • Recent grads (within 3 years) receive 40% off
  • Loyal (5+ years) annual members receive 20% off
  • Standard members can take advantage of current rates before the increase
• Interest-free payment plans are also available.
  • As long as you commit by June 30, your pricing is locked in.