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| May 4, 2010 | |
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Zoo Awards Scholarships
Three graduating high school seniors pursuing animal-related careers were each awarded $2,000 Lawrence A. Ackerman Scholarships from the Fort Wayne Zoological Society. Lindsey Beer, a senior at Bluffton High School; Jordan Carr, a senior at Carroll High School; and Serena Fuelling, a senior at Woodlan High School, were selected as this year’s award recipients.
The Scholarship was established by the Zoological Society in 1992 to honor the distinguished career of the late Dr. Larry Ackerman, who became known for his professionalism, compassion, and generosity during his 25 years of service as the zoo’s veterinarian. To date, the zoo has awarded $60,000 in scholarships to northeast Indiana high school seniors.
“It’s an honor to meet these students and hear about their plans for the future,” said Zoo Director Jim Anderson. “We are pleased to assist them as they pursue their dreams.”
The annual application deadline for the Lawrence A. Ackerman Scholarship is February 1. Donations to the Scholarship fund are always welcome.
The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is one of the area’s major attractions and was named one of the country’s “Ten Best Zoos for Kids” by Parents magazine.
The zoo is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until October 10. Admission is $13.00 for adults, $8.00 for children age 2-14 and $10.00 for seniors over age 60. Babies age 1 and under and Zoo Society Members are admitted free.
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