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The 2001 edition of the Carl Parsell Memorial Golf Outing went much like all of its previous editions: a lot of generous people joining for fun, friendly competition, great food and the opportunity to support an outstanding program. In other words, this year's outing once again honored the union's late founder by continuing the mission to which he dedicated his adult life. M.A.P. Executive Director Fred Timpner described the essence of the annual event in his presentation remarks. "Ever since the Carl Parsell Memorial Scholarship Fund was established 11 years ago, we have described it as "a fitting tribute" to Carl's decades of work on behalf of public employees," he said. The accuracy of that statement is clearly demonstrated today. Carl is rightfully remembered as a pioneer in his field and for his lifetime commitment to improving the incomes, working conditions, job security and pensions of thousands of people." Before announcing the scholarship recipients, Timpner emphasized that important, and highly appreciated support for the scholarship program comes from many sources. "Everyone here is contributing to this cause and many of you have contributed in past years, as well," he pointed out. "Your participation is greatly appreciated. The members of the independent Scholarship Committee (Joyce Parsell, David Parsell, Ron Palmquist, Catherine Farrell, Richard Weiler, John Trupiano and Program Coordinator Penny Cantin) deserve special thanks, as do all of those who stepped forward as sponsors - particularly Special Sponsor Jack McMahon. Another thank you goes to every competing golfer." "We're honoring Carl's legacy by educating future generations with these scholarships." "The future is represented by six young people who have been chosen from a field of many outstanding candidates to receive 2001 Carl Parsell Memorial Scholarships." The recipients are: Stephen Wright, who graduated Troy Athens High School in June with a 3.7170 grade point average. He is a member of the National Honor Society and graduated magna cum laude. He was recognized as the school's top scorer on the Spanish examination for the National Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. Not all of Stephen's accomplishments were in the classroom. He was a member of the school's Chess Club and was its vice president in his senior year. He also was active in community service, serving two years as a facilitator for teens who wished to be confirmed, and assisting in food packaging at the Gleaners Food Bank program. Stephen has set specific academic goals for himself. He will attend Michigan State University and plans to go to law school in order to someday help law enforcement as a prosecuting attorney. His mother, Carol Wright, is a records clerk at the Troy Police Department and a member of the Michigan Association of Police. Mallory Roglin, who graduated in June from Port Hope Community School in Port Hope, with a 3.993 grade point average. Her lists of academic honors and extracurricular, athletic and community service activities is so extensive that they combine to cover four single-spaced typewritten pages. Here are some of the highlights: Academic recognition: four years in Who's Who among American High School Students; four-year recipient of National English Merit Award; National Journalism Merit Award; twice recipient of National Student Council Award; named three years as an All American Scholar; member of the National Honor Roll. Student activities: four years on Student Council, including one as president; 4-H president and team leader; member of school newspaper and yearbook staffs; three years a member of Students Against Drunk Driving. Athletic: varsity basketball, volleyball and softball (all-league recognition in basketball and volleyball). Community service: participant in DARE presentations, Town Christmas Decorating Committee and Fourth of July Festival, church volunteer, shut-in fruit basket program volunteer. Mallory will attend Michigan State University. Her mother, Vicki Koglin, is an employee of the Huron County Health Department and is the Village Clerk of Port hope. Emilie Dow, who graduated in May from Morley Stanwood High School in Morley, with a 3.853 grade point average. Here membership in the National Honor Society and the fact she received academic recognition in every high school grade underscore her high level of academic achievement. However, Emilie also excelled outside the classroom. She was a Student Council class representative, worked on the school newspaper and yearbook, and participated in the Model United Nations and Students Against Drunk Driving programs. In addition, she was involved in such activities as basketball, track, golf, cheerleading and art clubs. Her work was included in two art exhibits. Emilie's community involvement was similarly extensive. She volunteered in the Toys for Tots program, in blood drives, can drives and church activities for small children. Emilie will attend Ferris State University. Her father, Danny Deyo, is a paramedic with Mecosta County Emergency Medical Services. Dorian Davenport, who graduated in June from the Detroit High School for the Fine and Performing Arts with a 3.2 grade point average. His high school career was highlighted by involvement in numerous music related and student activities. For example, Dorian was section leader of the Male Ensemble, a member of the Concert Choir, a member of the Achievers Choir, a member of the Sounds of DSA group, and a member of the Voices of Excellence choir. He also was editor of the yearbook, worked for the school newspaper, was a member of Michigan Youth in Government and of the Brothers and Sisters in Christ organization. Dorian's community involvement included service as a Boy Scout troop leader, in which he assisted a volunteer program at local hospitals and in community repair activities. He also was a volunteer at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Dorian will attend Hampton University this fall. His father, Harold Davenport, is a City of Detroit police officer. Benjamin Bawkon, who graduated from Utica High School in 2000 with a 3.54 grade point average. While he was consistently listed on the honor roll, he also participated in a wide variety of student programs and received recognition for may achievements. In fact, Benjamin received an award for making outstanding contributions to student activities. He was a member of the student council for three years and served as its vice president in his senior year. He was selected as "most outstanding student" in the 9th grade and received a peer award as the most likely to succeed. Benjamin also received "Who's Who in American High School" awards in all four of his years at Utica High. He also invested his time in community causes, administering for three consecutive years the March of Dimes lockup fund drive and volunteering as a representative of the DARE Program, speaking to elementary school children. Benjamin is pursuing an education in the field of aviation. His father, Randall Bawkon, is a fire fighter and EMT with the Utica Fire Department and a member of the Michigan Association of Fire Fighters. Matthew Barron, who graduated from Monroe High School with a 4.167 grade point average. Matthew is a member of the National Honor Society and was active in school activities and athletics as well as a standout in the classroom. He served in the student house of representatives and was vice president of the Michigan DECA State Action Team. He played varsity golf and tennis and was captain of his intramural basketball team. He also was a member of the Ski Club and French Club. Matthew's community involvement also has been extensive. For example, he served as a volunteer building play equipment for a city park, in fundraising and sponsoring dinners for Ducks Unlimited, assisting in the Miss Monroe County Scholarship Pageant, and participating in the Cancer Walk and collecting funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Matthew plans to earn an engineering degree at Kettering University. His father, Captain Tom Barron, is employed by the city of Monroe Fire Department and is a member of the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union. Golf
Outing M.A.P. Parsell Memorial Scholarship
This is the time period - from the first of the year through spring - when most of the nominations of scholarship candidates are submitted." said M.A.P. Executive Director Fred Timpner. "Virtually every resident of Michigan is invited to recommend potential recipients and the sooner these nominations are received, the better." "The selection procedure is very detailed and is conducted along strict, formal guidelines to guarantee fairness to all concerned. All nomination forms undergo an in-depth evaluation by the Parsell Scholarship Committee, a completely independent and impartial body. It's members use objective criteria in their deliberation. "Only after that lengthy process is completed and the number of scholarships funded for the year, at $1,000.00 each, has been established, will the committee make its decisions. This design was implemented at the inception of the program and it has worked extremely well." Although the selection system is intricate, recommending candidates is simple. All that's necessary is to request a nominating form from the M.A.P. Office (248-304-8800), fill it out once it's received, then return it. Every person whose name is entered will be considered, if they meet the program's eligibility requirements. Qualified persons are: 1) residents of the state of Michigan, and their immediate family, who are members of the Michigan Association of Police, Michigan Association of Public Employees (MAPE), or Michigan Association of Fire Fighters (MAFF); 2) residents of the state of Michigan, and their immediate family, who are full or part time employees of county, municipal, township or village employers. Not included are employees of any schools, the State of Michigan and the US Government. Applicants within the eligibility groups described above must also have completed a high school education, or its equivalent, by June 30. Previous scholarship winners are no longer qualified. The scholarship program is funded primarily by those who participate in and/or join in sponsoring the annual Carl Parsell Memorial Golf Outing. The most recent edition of the event, held last June 15 at Heather Highlands in Holly, "was successful in every respect, largely because of this great support," Timpner declared.
"As always, we enjoyed friendly competition, plenty of good food and lots of socializing with old and new friends. And, as always, the highlight of the day was the presentation of the Carl Parsell Memorial Scholarships." "It should be emphasized that the selection committee had a very difficult task in choosing from a field of 154 candidates, all of whom deserve a salute for their academic and personal achievements. All of their qualifications were carefully screened and five finalists were ultimately named. The following are brief personal sketches of the recipients of 2000 Carl Parsell Memorial Scholarships:
Golf Outing Prize Winners Following is a rundown of groups and individuals who performed best on the links at Heather Highlands: First place foursome: From Wackenhut management - Bryant Carter, Larry Payne, Joe Weaver and Ken Aud. Their best score on the first handicap hole earned them the win, after they had tied at 61 in regular play with the eventual runner-up team. Second place foursome: M.A.P. Membership Services Specialist Joel Felt, Hugh Felt (his brother), Norman Felt (his father) and Tom Tomerson from Smith Barney. Third place foursome: Rick Heins, Steve Jesperson, Jim Bryant and Ken Mercer (all M.A.P. members from the Sterling Heights POA), with a 62. Longest men's drive: Doug Wilson, a M.A.P. member from the Beverly Hills POA. Longest women's drive: Carol Sypniewshi (golfing with Farrell and Associates). Closest to the pin: Marvin Epperson (Waterford Fire Department) and Norm Roegner (Blue Cross/Blue Shield).
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The
afterglow from yet another hugely successful Carl Parsell Memorial Golf
Outing was still warm last summer when the focus shifted to preparing
for 2001. Now, while the five recipients of year-2000 Parsell Memorial
Scholarships pursue their higher education, the process of determining
who will be selected for the next round of scholarships is well underway.
"Once
again, a lot of generous people stepped forward," he said. "This
happens every year, but we never take it for granted. The support and
generosity was just at gratifying in 2000 as it was for the very first
outing, more than a decade ago."