2022 Recipients

Ashley Kushner

University of Iowa

Major: Speech Pathology

Currently: 2026 graduate of the University of Iowa and will be attending the University of Illinois in the fall to get my master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Reflection on Experience at Naperville North:

Naperville North has undoubtedly shaped who I am today; it has provided incredible opportunities, resources, and a close-knit, supportive community of alumni. Some highlights from my experience at Naperville North include playing volleyball, running track and field, and being a part of student government!

Impact of the RAK Scholarship:

This scholarship has taught me so much about the impact of being a truly kind and compassionate person. Having the opportunity to learn more about Rob and his values has been a formative experience for me, and I am grateful and inspired to be welcomed into such an incredible community of people with these common values.  

Additionally, the RAK scholarship has allowed me to pursue what I am passionate about at a program that I love. I could not be where I am without the support and encouragement that this scholarship provides.

 

 

Julian Sampson

Julian played football all four years at NNHS and was captain during his senior year. He also played baseball and ran track. At NNHS, Julian made it a priority to get to know his fellow classmates in order to contribute to building the strong Huskie community. His teacher shared that this year Julian often ate lunch with a group of freshmen to help them get acclimated to high school. Julian will be attending Stetson University in Florida in the fall to study engineering.