CALS Chobani Scholars

“Working at the Department of Environmental Quality this summer in the Twin Falls area I found a new love for water resource management. In the Snake River area, water is one of the most important resources since it is desert country. Farmers and ranchers live and die by it and so does everyone else, so much so that the Snake River Adjudication has been going on since 1987. For me this degree is about protecting Idaho’s resources in water, as well as protecting the people who use and need this water in order to eke out a living.”

"When I look toward the future and think about what I want to accomplish, I am always drawn to agriculture. The agricultural and food industries of Idaho are large contributors to the economy in the form of jobs, revenue, taxes and exports. I hope by earning my degree in agricultural economics I can help sustain the agricultural industry in our area."

"I want a career in the ag industry because I’m fascinated by the opportunities that are available for women especially. I plan to use my degree to develop my knowledge in pursuing a career as a veterinarian."

"I know that dairy farms have a huge place in the economy of Idaho. This is why I want to become a veterinarian because I will help farmers have healthy cows to grow Idaho’s economy."

“Right now in Idaho there is a need for discussion between the farmer and the consumer to help moderate what the farmer needs and the farmer wants and what the consumer needs and the consumer wants, and this is a conversation that I want to be a part of. I want to build my career in agricultural policy, agricultural law, environmental law — in that realm.”

“My father migrated from Mexico 32 years ago and was only able to obtain an elementary education. My mother, being a child herself, had to actively care for her siblings. My parents did not have the resources to attain the power of a college education, and my hopes are to achieve those successes by receiving this scholarship.”

“As an aspiring veterinarian, I learned from an early age the importance of animals in our lives and the powerful addition they can be in increasing our quality of life. Ever since I was a little girl, I have noticed that spending time with animals speaks to my soul and gives me the clarity I need in life to see my way forward. My room is full of skulls, science books and all things animal.”

"Attending the University of Idaho will allow me to work with a wide variety of industry professionals to develop a better perspective of many aspects of the agricultural industry. I will be able to gain hands-on experience with the professors and University of Idaho staff. I am also looking forward to the opportunities the many campus farms and labs have to offer."

"I would like a career in dairy farming because it’s part of a huge industry in southern Idaho and I would like to come back and help communities here. These opportunities will lead me to have real world experiences."

“I’ve always felt that I have a sort of calling to be a veterinarian, and I am so passionate about that calling. I have a love for the land and the animals that make up my home, and that is why I am such an advocate for agriculture and why I want a career in agriculture.”

“I want a career in agriculture because when I was going out to work with my dad, I was able to see how he truly loves his cows and how the dairymen really, truly do care for their cows. I want to be an advocate and an educator for the next generation for the dairy industry.”

"Growing up on my grandparents’ dairy farm, I discovered my love for agriculture and animals. Now more than ever, our society needs to be reminded where their food comes from, and that’s why agricultural education is so important. I hope to continue bringing agriculture into society one student at a time."

“The Chobani Scholarship is an amazing thing to receive, as it allows me to focus on my studies and understanding the concepts I need to succeed in college and my future career rather than finding funds or taking out loans. I truly appreciate all that Chobani does to advocate for dairy products, as that is very close to my heart. Since receiving this scholarship, I have been welcomed into the Chobani family and made connections that wouldn't have been possible without the scholarship.”

“The Chobani Scholarship means opportunity and support for me. This opportunity has opened many other doors for me which have only guided me to success and a brighter future. I am beyond thankful to the Chobani family and the impact they are making on the world.”

"The Chobani Scholars program has allowed me to make the most of my education by providing hands-on experiences and preparing me to advocate for the dairy industry in my future career."

“The Chobani Scholarship has made my dreams come true. It has gave me a family and friends that are supportive away from home and it has given me a chance for a better future than I could have ever imagined. I will always be thankful that the Chobani Scholarship have given me an opportunity for a college education I couldn’t have received.”

"I am extremely thankful for the Chobani's Scholarship. I was raised around the dairy industry my whole life and this scholarship is going to help me continue working with the dairy industry as well as be an advocate for agriculture. This scholarship is going to help me become a successful dairy nutritionist in the future."

“The Chobani Scholarship has meant so much to me. I have been able to meet so many new people and have experiences that I otherwise would not have been able to have. The connections that I have made and will continue to make have helped me develop as a student and as a person who will be entering the workforce in a few years. Being a Chobani Scholar is a great honor and I am so grateful for the opportunity!”

"The dairy industry was a huge part of my childhood. Thanks to my scholarship from Chobani, now it will be part of my future, too."

“The Chobani Scholars Program has meant so much to me and my family, not only for the financial support, but also for the consistent, personal relationships that I have gained with the Chobani staff and CALS staff. This opportunity is so much more than the generous scholarship from Chobani — it also comes with new family members that care about not only our academics, but our wellbeing, constant support in all areas of college life, and an overall abundance of passion and love for the dairy industry and the agriculture world. It is a fantastic program to be in, and I am extremely grateful.”