Since inception in 1995 and including 2026 the scholarship fund will have provided $1,400,000 to 126 scholars. Thanks to your generosity, there will be 16 scholars in school collectively receiving $80,000 in assistance.
Laurie Gustafson, chairman of the scholarship committee, announced the four new 2026 scholars, saying “Our committee is so impressed each year with the quality of young people who apply for the Ed Posh Scholarship. Beyond impressive grades, these students have been involved in numerous extra curriculars, from athletics to music to numerous clubs, often in leadership positions. Furthermore, they show a sincere interest in helping others, a real commitment to service, and a true determination to make a difference in the world. We feel great optimism for the future with leaders like these. Our decision was very difficult, as we met many talented students, but it was a true pleasure for us to meet them all, and to reward the following four with Ed Posh Scholarships.”
Gavin Loftsgaarden
a senior at Glenbard South, will attend Loyola University in Chicago, where he will major in Biomedical Engineering. His current plans for the future are to make medical devices and later to become a doctor.
Samuel Rickert
a senior at Glenbard South, will attend Illinois State University, where he will major in Secondary Education Social Studies, and minor in Special Education. He plans to become a teacher and coach in high school.
Ashrith Valluri
a senior at Glenbard South, plans to attend the University of Illinois in Chicago as part of the BS/MD medical program with a major in environmental conservation. Plans for his future include conservation medicine, making impacts on human health and also engaging in wildlife research and advocacy.
Nile Woods
a senior at Glenbard West, plans to attend the University of Illinois in Champagne-Urbana, where he will double major in Finance and Accountancy. His future plan is to explore how artificial intelligence is changing the world of business.