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Special edition

Fox Valley Section

June 2024

“Intelligence plus character-that is the goal of true education.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” ― Mahatma Gandhi

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Introduction	1
From the Chair / Chair	2
Alex Hestermann	3
Max Cryer	6 / &4
Meeting Schedule

Scholarship Newsletter

This Special Edition of the newsletter has an emphasis on how we support the local community via the scholarship program.
The Fox Valley Section awards two scholarships. They are the Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship for local high schools and the ASQ Section Scholarship for
children and grandchildren of our active members. The scholarship is a one-time award of $2000 that goes
directly to the college.
The recipients must be college-bound graduating high school seniors. They are asked to prepare a package that includes a 700-word essay on “The importance of
quality products and/or services to the future of our country.” Other documentation is needed such as
volunteer hours and a recommendation letter from a reference.
The Scholarship time period is from October—March and the final recipients are named during the May meeting. Please see the website for full information: https://asq-foxvalley.org/Scholarship.

Letter from the Scholarship Chair

By Renée Webb

June 2024
Hello colleagues!
On May 7 we gave scholarships to two deserving and outstanding students. Alex Hestermann and Max Cryer’s background and essays are showcased in this edition.
Max received our primary scholarship that honors Richard A, Maass, one of our section’s founding members and a leader in Quality. Alex received the ASQ Section Scholarship that is open to children and grandchildren of our active members.
On behalf of the Scholarship Committee, I wish Alex and Max a successful college experience and believe they will be strong advocates for Quality in their chosen fields.
Best Regards,
Renée Webb
Fox Valley ASQ Section 1208 Scholarship Chair

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Alex Hestermann
ASQ Section Scholarship Recipient
2024-2025
2024-2025
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Alex Hestermann is a senior at Wheaton Warrenville South and will be attending the University of Washington. Alex is majoring in Chemistry and is interested in R&D. Alex presented an application that shows his ability to excel in both STEM and the arts, a rare combination. His other endeavors include being the Team Captain for the Scholastic Bowl and member of the Math and Chess team with All-Conference Honors. He plays cello in the school orchestra and at church. He volunteers his time working with middle schoolers at Orchestra Camp. Alex’s reference says he is a “reserved individual who made a concerted effort to engage with teachers and peers, demonstrating his resilience and commitment to personal growth.”

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Max Cryer
Richard A. Maass Scholarship
2024-2025

Max Cryer is a senior at Sandwich High School and will be attending the University of Wisconsin Platteville. Max is majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He presented the Scholarship Committee with scholastic activities such as being on the High Academic Honor Roll for 7 semesters, Editor-In-Chief of the Yearbook, President of National Honor Society, Captain of the Track Team, state qualifier in cross country, Homecoming King, and was proudly part of the team that broke the school record in 4x800 relay. He volunteers at food charity events and middle school track meets. Max’s references give him high praise for his strong relationship building and say he is “in the top 1% of students and believes he will change the world in the future because he leads by example.”

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2024 Meeting Dates and Locations
*Note: These meetings are on a THURSDAY.
As meetings become open, please register at
https://asq-foxvalley.org/meetinginfo.php

Date	Location	Speaker	Topic
* THURSDAY, / September 5, 2024	Not Finalized	Sean Wetherell Chief Product Officer	Topic will be AI
Tuesday, / October 1, 2024	Virtual – Zoom with break out groups	Mary Erlain	GenZ – our next generational wave in the workplace
*THURSDAY / November 7, 2024	Webinar	Courtyard Banquets	History of AI and it’s impact/opportunities for Quality Professionals
Tuesday, / December 3, 2024	Not Finalized	Matthew Kroll	Not Finalized

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