Community Outreach
The Rob krentz Scholarship
In July of 2010 the Board of Directors of the Malpai Borderlands Group voted to establish a scholarship fund, in the memory of former Malpai Board Member Rob Krentz, to assist worthy high school graduates in the Malpai Borderlands region with furthering their education. Scholarships will be given annually to a student (or students) in any subject. Financial need and scholastic achievements will be the main considerations for the scholarship.
Learn more about the people previously awarded this scholarship below!
From Willcox, Arizona State University: bachelor’s in Agriculture and Environmental Law
Caden Hooper
Caden is a graduate of Willcox High School and will be attending Arizona State University in the fall to study in Agricultural and Environmental Law. “Thank you so much for selecting me as a recipient for the Rob Krentz Memorial Scholarship. I am proud to be recognized by a group that shares my values.”
From Animas, Eastern New Mexico University: bachelor’s in Animal Science, Emphasis in Pre-Vet
Laikyn Davenport
Laikyn is a graduate of Animas High School and will be attending Eastern New Mexico University in the fall to study in Animal Science with an emphasis in Pre-Vet. “I am honored to be considered for this opportunity, and I look forward to using my education to create positive change.”
From Elfrida, New Mexico State University: bachelor’s in Agriculture Extension Education
JAZMYN GARCIA
Upon graduation, Jazmyn’s goal is to move to her hometown to become a 4H Extension agent. “I would like to thank the Malpai Borderlands Group for its financial contribution towards my success.”
From Animas, New Mexico State University: bachelor’s in General Agriculture and minor in Wildlife Science
ERICK SANCHEZ
Erick’s future goal is “to integrate a holistic approach to land management that bridges agriculture and wildlife science while enriching humanity and preserving the natural world.” While pursuing his degree, Erick works weekends at the Diamond A Ranch in Animas, New Mexico, constructing fence, plumbing, landscaping, irrigating, conserving wildlife and doing maintenance. “I want to convey my sincere appreciation to the Malpai Borderlands Group for helping me reach my goals.”
MAYCEE MICHAELS
From Bonita, Cochise College: bachelor’s in Agriculture and minor in Animal Science
Maycee has been busy with the rodeo team and is enrolled in five classes: Geography, Range Management, Philosophy, Intro to Honors and Microeconomics. “I hope to do well in my rodeo season this year and I plan to do well in school, so I can continue to rodeo.” She earned her American FFA degree this year at Cochise, and plans next year to attend NMSU to get her bachelor’s degree.
The C.P. Stocker memorial scholarship
After joining the Malpai Board, Reese Woodling became a very active member, often hosting meetings at his ranch, traveling to speak on behalf of the Group, and putting out a local quarterly newsletter. When the Malpai Group began a scholarship program to honor former board member Rob Krentz, Reese was the ideal person to run it. In addition to his years as a teacher, he had served as Chairman of the Arizona Cattle Growers’ Education Committee and chaired its Research and Education Foundation, during which time he ran their scholarship program. Reese and Nancy Woodling created and funded the CP Stocker scholarship, in honor of Nancy’s father.
Learn more about the people previously awarded this scholarship below!
From Rodeo, New Mexico State University: bachelor’s in Range Science with a minor in Ranch Management
PARKER WINKLER
Parker is an intern in NMSU’s Range Department where she focuses on improving precision ranching techniques and equipment. She has been involved with monitoring virtual fence collars and gathering data to create GIS maps. As a member of the NMSU Range Club, Parker participates in range conferences and competitions involving native plants and animals, and ranchland management techniques. She thanks the Malpai group and “everyone who has helped me work toward achieving my goals.”