Camille Haskins

Camille is attending Tennessee State University, majoring in Biology to pursue her goal of having a career in medicine that allows her to stay close to her patients. During her time in high school, Camille was a member of the Academic Team (captain) and HOSA, she also volunteered with Mary Washington Hospital and King George Fire & Rescue.

The Karen Wallace Friedman scholarship offered me peace of mind. Words cannot describe how grateful I am to have the opportunity to pursue my goal of becoming a doctor without having to worry about money. Because of this scholarship, I am free to remain focused on my education and various extracurricular activities. I am free to pursue my interests, my dreams, and my talents. I truly appreciate everything that
the scholarship committee and the various donors have given. Thank you!

Kellie Bentz

Kellie is attending James Madison University to pursue her goal of having a career in pediatric nursing. During high school, Kellie was involved in many extracurricular activities including softball, volleyball, DECA, HOSA, Octagon Club, National Honor Society. She also spent her time volunteering with Meet in the Middle, Samaritan's Purse, the Social Services Thanksgiving basket distribution, at Heritage Hall nursing home, and as an assistant Sunday school teacher.

"Receiving this scholarship means that I can continue my education at James Madison University, and hopefully one day help change the lives of others by becoming a nurse.”

Calista Lide

Calista is attending James Madison University as a member of the class of 2023 and majoring in Music Education. While in college, Calista plans on participating in the Marching Royal Dukes and Pep Band. Throughout high school she was a member of both the Marching Band and Theater.

"With this scholarship, I want to be able to teach the young minds of the world the importance of music and spread the love I have for it as well.”

Lindsay Knoke

Lindsay will be attending the University of Virginia as part of the class of 2022 and she will be majoring in biology on the pre-med track, focusing on cancer research. In high school, Lindsay was President of National Honor Society, District President of DECA, and was also involved in Student 2 Student as a freshman orientation guide. Additionally, Lindsay was on the swim team all four years.

“Because of this scholarship, I can worry less about cost going into college and focus more on working hard to eventually be able to help save lives.”

Clara Snow

Clara was awarded the Karen Wallace Friedman Memorial Scholarship in the spring of 2017. 

During high school, Clara was a multi-sport athlete. She competed in cross country, winter track, and soccer. She was also a member of the NHS, Student Government, and Octagon Club.

Clara is planning on pursuing a major in Biochemistry at the University of South Carolina - Columbia.

"With the help of the scholarship, I will pursue my intended major and eventually begin to focus on some branch of research in the hopes of helping those in need."

Sarah Woodruff

Sarah was the first recipient of the Karen Wallace Friedman Memorial Scholarship that benefited from the camp.

While in high school, Sarah was an active member of the yearbook club, volleyball and swimming teams, as well as the National Honor Society (NHS). She graduated from King George High School in 2014.

Sarah is currently enrolled (and loving it!) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) where she is majoring in Radiation Science through VCU's accredited Health Science Program. She is also a member of the International Student Volunteers Organization. With the assistance from the Karen Wallace Friedman Scholarship, Sarah has been able to focus more on her schooling.

"I'm very grateful for the opportunities I've had through college and this scholarship only helped with that by letting me worry less about costs!"