Montana Stockgrowers Announces Scholarship
Author: Cheyenne Leach, Montana Stockgrowers Communications Coordinator
Montana Stockgrowers Announces Scholarship Applications due February 28,2025
Cheyenne Leach
Montana Stockgrowers Communications Coordinator
The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is now accepting applications for the Dr. Raymond Ansotegui Overeducated Cowboy Scholarship. After his passing in 2023, the Ansotegui family established a memorial fund through MSF to honor Ray’s passion of combining education and the ranching lifestyle. MSF and the Anstotegui family will award two $2,000 scholarships in 2025.
Dr. Raymond “Ray” P. Ansotegui was the consummate ambassador to the cowboy way of life. He supported the future of ranching by balancing the best of tradition with the newest research. For Ansotegui, it was of the utmost importance that students not just learn “book facts”, but came away with directly applicable knowledge, skills, and a healthy dose of common sense. Having students get a ‘hands-on’ taste of ranching was a top priority. His contributions to ranching in Montana and beyond are unquantifiable.
Applicants must be seeking a profession in the field of animal husbandry, such as Animal Science, AgBusiness, Ag Education, Ag Technology, Ag Production, Farm & Ranch Management or Ranching Systems. If an applicant has another major or field of study, they must be able to explain why it would be beneficial to the field of animal husbandry.
Other requirements for the scholarship include demonstrating a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and be a member of Montana Stockgrowers Association or have at least one parent/guardian who is a member.
Applicants must complete the online application form, include a copy of their current transcript, and write a 250-600 word essay on one of the following topics:
· Describe a current/future challenge in the Agriculture Industry you hope to impact and how?
· When and what made you decide this was the industry for you?
· Share a story that helped define who you are.
· What part of the world do you believe has the greatest need for agricultural innovation and why?
Applications are due February 28, 2025. Students can apply online at https://www.mtbeeffoundation.org. For questions, please contact MSGA office at (406) 442-3420.
