Distinguished Young Women OF Michigan At-Large
is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholastics, leadership and talent in young women. Earn scholarships for higher education, personally develop through the DYW Life Skills Workshops, and make new friends from around the state.
Class of 2024
The Distinguished Young Women of Michigan is proud to present the Class of 2024 Scholarship Program. This year's program will be held on February 3, 2024 in Westland, Michigan in Wayne County. The program will be held at John Glenn High School located at 36105 Marquette St, Westland, MI 48185
Tickets available the day of the event.
Life-Changing Experience
College scholarships are awarded at the state level and millions in college-granted scholarships are available nationally.
New this year, we will be holding two virtual qualifying events, one on November 12th and the second qualifying event on December 10th. Participants will participate in a zoom interview as well as submitting a video of a 90 second talent presentation and a one minute fitness routine. From there, qualifying participants will move on to the state scholarship program to be held in person on February 3, 2024.
The state representative will advance to the national program for the opportunity to compete for cash tuition scholarships. To participate, you must be in your senior year of high school. Participants are evaluated in the areas of: scholastics, interview, talent, self-expression, and fitness. Apply now on www.distinguishedyw.org or email Michigan@distinguishedyw.org.
2023 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan At-Large
2024 Local Participants
These participants will take part in the up-coming local program.
2023 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan At-Large
University Preference
Career Goal
Achievements:
2022 AP Scholar with Honors 2022 Miindia Talented Youth Winner 2022 National Merit Commendation 2022 Honor Award for Community Service at Innerview APTSDF International Gold Medalist (Martial Arts) 2022 Michigan Governor Outstanding Student Award WCIMA Gold Medalist (Martial Arts) 2020 2nd Place at TYE Youth Boston Entrepreneur Competition 2022 DIWA Youth Leadership Award 2022,23 BPA Awards in Legal Office Procedures and Open Events
Activites:
Junior Optimists (Lt. Governor, Communications Committee)Martial Arts (Instructor, 3rd Degree Black Belt)March For Our Lives Oakland County (VP + Founder)Starbucks BaristaSocial Justice Club (Vice President)Farmington Club for E-Sports (Founder, President)Parent Teacher Student Association (Student Committee Pres, Secretary)Business Professionals of America (National Qualifier, State Winner)Model United Nations (Parliamentarian + Head Delegate)Intern in Various Political Races (Congressional, State)
Additional:
National Honors Society: Helping out with school events, fundraisers, TutoringJunior Optimist International: Food Drives, Book Drives,Social Justice AwarenessPTSA: Teacher Snack drives, Mental Health Fundraisers, Anti-Tobacco CampaignsCamp Counselor at a Detroit Hindu Temple and martial arts studio. March For Our Lives: Petitioning lawmakers, fundraisers, rallies, and protests.
2023 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan At-Large
University Preference
Career Goal
Achievements:
National Honors Society member Teen Miss Dance of Michigan 6th place to Teen Miss Dance of America 1st place soloist at dance nationals 2022 (DMA)Leadership Mentor Magna Cum Laude
Activites:
Studies all form of dance for 15 yearsNHS member senior yearBabysitter of children under the age of 10Dance Teacher Assistant Find enjoyment in baking different dessertsStarting up new school events Attending MASC/MAHS leadership conferences (and state conferences)Representative of Women in Aviation
Additional:
Fleece and Thank You - Made blankets to provide happiness to ill children Oakland Avenue Urban Farm - Participated in gardening in Detroit Shop with a Hero - Providing under privileged kids to shop for Christmas giftsPlanned charity week - raise money for Henry Ford Health in honor of my teacherOrganized Bake Sales- Fundraised money for Cancer research
2023 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan At-Large
University Preference
Career Goal
Achievements:
All A honor roll Volleyball JV player of the year (2019) Volleyball Defense award (2021) Volleyball Positive player award Scholar athlete award Student of the year in Honors Geometry Student of the Year in Spanish II Exemplar Scholar Program (STEM) AP Scholar with Honor
Activites:
Varsity Volleyball (captain)Varsity Basketball (captain)Club Volleyball (captain)National Honors SocietyStudent Council (student representative)Environmental Club/Green TeamBe Nice. (president)babysitterChurch member/teacherSpanish Club
Additional:
NHS and was also involved in Service Club at previous schoolTeaches confirmation & volunteers at church every SundayMade meals for homeless shelterVolleyball & basketball youth summer camp teacherBuild & fill Boxes of Joy from Catholic Outreach
2024 Local Participants
General Questions
For more information contact State Chairperson Jan Witte