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Each year, Community CU proudly awards scholarships to outstanding local high school graduates who demonstrate a strong commitment to their communities and personal growth through an application, essay, and letter of recommendation. This year’s recipients exemplify remarkable leadership, compassion, and dedication to service, and the credit union is proud to announce that the 2025 Gerald R. Langelier Scholarship has been awarded to Ashlyn Holbrook, Bailee Van Tassel, and Logan Martin.
Ashlyn Holbrook, a 2025 graduate of Leavitt Area High School, is a standout volunteer coach for youth swim and softball programs and works as a lifeguard during the summer. She was one of only five girls in her class nominated to participate in the Olympia Snowe Leadership Institute. Reflecting on her values, she shared, “You need to love people to really understand the philosophy People Helping People, which I do. My love for people grounds me and helps me to maintain my values because I want to be there for the people around me.” Holbrook is focused on becoming a zoologist and aiding animal conservation efforts.
Bailee Van Tassel, a 2025 homeschool graduate, is deeply involved in her community through volunteering at a local kids’ camp, serving in children’s programming at church, and giving her time to the Turner Public Library as a Junior Corporator. Dedicated to inclusion, she shared, “I’m passionate about creating a world where everyone feels included. It is important to make others feel valued and understood.” Van Tassel plans to study medical office technology to help her community.
Logan Martin, a 2025 graduate of Saint Dominic Academy, is an Eagle Scout, National Honor Society member, Key Club participant, and athlete in both track and field and cross country. His commitment to serving others includes aiding organizations addressing food insecurity and housing challenges. “Service above others is not something you do, it’s part of who you are,” shared Martin.
Community CU is proud to support these remarkable students as they continue their education and make a lasting impact in their communities. Congratulations to these 2025 Gerald R. Langelier Scholarship winners!