Berrien County 4-H alumni receive scholarships

COLOMA — Berrien County 4-H alumni received scholarships on Oct. 11 during a special presentation at Jollay Orchards in Coloma.According to a news release, recipient of the 2026 4-H Joseph Cerny & Evelyn Cerny Memorial Scholarship was Brooke Strefling of Galien. Brooke was presented with a scholarship for $1,000 toward her education.For the past nine years, Strefling has been an active member of the Galien Chanters 4-H Club, making a lasting impact through her leadership, service and dedication to agriculture. She has served as club secretary, club president, and as a teen leader and vice president for the Berrien County Leaders Council, while also mentoring younger members and helping teach showmanship skills.Strefling has participated in numerous 4-H activities, including Style Review at Spring Achievement, community service projects, the Teen Club Lemonade Booth, and county events.

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