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RSM and Zach Johnson Foundation Announce 2023 RSM Shot at College Winners
CHICAGO – (August 1, 2023) – RSM US LLP (“RSM”) – the nation’s leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market – is pleased to announce the winners of this year’s RSM Shot at College program with the Zach Johnson Foundation. The program provides critical financial support and ongoing mentorship to help three students each year pursue their passions of going to college.
The RSM Shot at College program aligns closely with the mission of Kids on Course, a program of the Zach Johnson Foundation in cooperation with the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Kids on Course provides tutoring, enrichment and parent engagement strategies, and removes barriers to put students on a path to post-secondary school success.
Students in the Kids on Course program who are rising seniors, met certain criteria tied to their academic growth and demonstrated a strong record of stewardship within their schools and their communities, are eligible for this scholarship. Interested students applied for the RSM Shot at College scholarship by writing essays about pursuing their academic passions and how this program will support their journeys.
Three winners were selected to receive four-year college scholarships valued at $40,000 ($10,000 per year) each and to be paired with mentors from RSM to support them on their collegiate journeys. Those students pursuing degrees aligned with RSM’s business needs who have strong academic performance will also have opportunities to participate in RSM’s Pathways program, and were invited to the Zach Johnson Foundation Classic Pro-Am where they had opportunities to earn additional support for their college journey.
This year’s RSM Shot at College winners are:
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Name |
Anticipated Major (s) |
|---|---|
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Kiyaree Cooper |
Elementary education |
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Tyler Huston |
Internal medicine/Radiology |
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Drenusha Zeneli |
Architecture |
“We are pleased to continue our collaboration with the Zach Johnson Foundation to help these incredible students continue their academic journeys after high school,” said Andy Bosman, chief marketing officer with RSM US LLP. “At RSM, we believe in being caring, curious, collaborative, courageous critical thinkers. The RSM Shot at College program exemplifies these characteristics, and we are proud to support promising students in pursuing their education and growth. Congratulations to this year’s winners. We look forward to seeing your future accomplishments.”
“We are grateful to be able to continue working together with RSM to make a positive impact in our communities,” said Eric Christenson, executive director of the Zach Johnson Foundation. “Through the RSM Shot at College program, we are able to give back to deserving youth and help work toward a brighter future for all.”
The three winners also had the opportunity to participate in a clinic during the Zach Johnson Foundation Classic for a chance to win additional support as they prepare for college and put toward a team-building experience for their senior class. PGA TOUR professionals Kyle Westmoreland, Justin Thomas and Zach Johnson helped the winners secure $500 gift cards to purchase new clothes for school; new headphones, laptops and charger bags to start college; and $10,000 for a senior class trip.
The RSM Shot at College 2023 winners were officially announced during the fundraiser gala at the start of the 12th annual Zach Johnson Foundation Classic at the Cedar Rapids DoubleTree by Hilton.
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