Canon-McMillan students awarded full scholarships
Lucas Carroll and Madison Schratz, seniors at Canon-McMillan High School, are among 10 students who have been chosen for the inaugural Nordenberg Leadership Scholars program at the University of Pittsburgh.
The program provides full-tuition scholarships, three years of paid internships, a study abroad experience and myriad networking, career coaching and leadership activities.
Carroll, son of Clinton and Zeffie Carroll of Canonsburg, plans to major in bioengineering at the Swanson School of Engineering.
“When I found out I had been accepted into the program, it was one of the best days of my life. I think my mom cried for three days straight,” Carroll said. “I still cannot believe it. I now cannot wait even more than before to start school at Pitt and take advantage of all the great opportunities this program has to offer.”
Schratz, daughter of William and Debbie Schratz of Canonsburg, plans to major in biology, with hopes of becoming a physician’s assistant specializing in dermatology.
“When I heard the news that I had won, I felt extremely blessed,” Schratz said. “My entire family was so happy, and I was thankful for all of my wonderful teachers and coaches who really set me up for this great achievement.”
Both students will join their classmates at the annual high school scholarship banquet this month, which honors all students receiving scholarships and awards.
“There were so many exceptional students who applied for the Nordenberg Leadership Scholars program,” said Donna Sanft, associate dean of students at Pitt, “the selection committee was even more impressed with the candidates when we met the 20 finalists on campus for interviews. Lucas Carroll and Madison Schratz show great potential for academic achievement, leadership and service to others in their communities. We look forward to welcoming Lucas and Madison to the Pitt community in the fall.”