Oregon State Credit Union Awards 10 Local Students With $2,500 Scholarships

CORVALLIS, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oregon State Credit Union is pleased to announce it has awarded 10 local students with $2,500 college scholarships in recognition of their academic achievements, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and work experiences.

Members with teen checking accounts, who are graduating from high school and plan to attend a two- or four-year Oregon college or university in the fall, are eligible for the credit union’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Today scholarships each year. This year’s winners have shown academic success, played sports, led school clubs, worked a variety of jobs, and volunteered in churches, food pantries, summer camps, animal rescue organizations, and other community groups.

“These exceptional students have contributed to their schools and communities, while learning good spending habits with their teen checking accounts,” said Gary Schuette II, President/CEO. “We are proud to help them take the next step in their education.”

The 2025-26 scholarship winners are:

• Emma Anderson, West Salem High School, attending Chemeketa Community College
• Ariel Cooper, Falls City High School, attending Western Oregon University
• Ella Gilder, West Albany High School, attending George Fox University
• Janice Hellesto, Philomath High School, attending George Fox University
• Colton Hruska, Philomath High School, attending Oregon State University
• Quinten Layton, Newport High School, attending Chemeketa Community College
• Andrew Louie, Corvallis High School, attending Oregon State University
• Emma Moore, Dallas High School, attending Chemeketa Community College
• Shaylyn Noble, Alsea Charter School, attending Eastern Oregon University
• William Postlewait, Newport High School, attending Oregon State University Honors College

Oregon State Credit Union offers its Tomorrow’s Leaders Today teen checking accounts and scholarships as part of its deep commitment to members and the community. Students ages 13-18 who are not yet enrolled in college can open teen accounts with no monthly service fee, no minimum balance, free online banking, free unlimited check writing, and free access to Oregon State Credit Union ATMs and phone tellers.

Committed to the health of the community, the credit union also supports local nonprofits, awards teacher grants, and empowers individuals through programs for first-time homebuyers, youth savings, financial education and fraud prevention.

About Oregon State Credit Union

Oregon State Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative with an expanded field of membership now spanning 28 counties in Oregon and Clark and Skamania counties in Washington state. Founded in 1954 and guided by a passion for service, we are committed to delivering inclusive financial solutions that empower individuals and communities to thrive. Our competitively priced products and services are designed to meet the diverse needs of our members, providing exceptional value and personalized service. At Oregon State Credit Union, we believe in building amazing member trust and fostering financial well-being for all. Visit www.oregonstatecu.com today to learn why more than 150,000 member-owners put their trust in Oregon State Credit Union.