How to Apply
Next Application Period: February 1 to April 1, 2009.
Scholarship applications can be obtained from the CGA office, beginning in February of each school year. You must be a California resident to apply. Generally, one or more $1000 scholarships are awarded annually. Scholarship applications are due by April 1st of each school year.
At least one scholarship is awarded to a recipient who demonstrates an interest in some facet of groundwater technology. Another scholarship may be awarded to an individual pursuing a non-water related field of study. Available memorial scholarships may be awarded additionally.
Applicants must obtain a CGA sponsor and provide a 500 word essay about their interest in the groundwater field or their chosen field of study.
Download an application or call 707-578-4408 for details.
2007-2008 Scholarship Winners
 Bryanna Fissori was awarded the Sheryl Kratz Memorial Scholarship Award. Bryanna is attending California State University, Chico. She is studying for major in Agriculture Business. Some of her awards and recognitions in High School included: Corning High School Student of the Year, Rotary Club Citizen of the Year, National Honor Roll and 4-H All Star. Throughout high school she was very active in sports and served in many leadership positions. Outside of school she enjoys public speaking, writing, researching, athletics and music. Bryanna was sponsored by CGA member Steve Greenwood of Durham Pump, Inc. When asked what her future goals and ambitions included she said, “I plan to become an agricultural attorney specializing in water rights. I hope to work for an organization such as CGA.”
 Richard Ehlert was awarded the CGA General Scholarship Award. Richard graduated from West Valley High School in June 2007. Awards and recognition in high school included: Principal’s List and National Honor Society. Throughout high school he was active in journalism and the California Scholarship Federation Student Focus Group. He has finished aviation ground school and now is taking flight lessons towards his pilot’s license. Richard was sponsored by CGA member Jim Loughlin of Weeks Drilling & Pump Co. When asked what his future plans and goals included he stated “Receive a Bachelor’s degree in History and then go on to my Master’s or Law degree. I either want to teach History at a college level, or become a lawyer.”
 Mark Krenn was awarded the CGA General Memorial Scholarship Award. Mark is currently attending San Diego State University. He is studying for major in Construction Engineering. Awards and recognition in high school included: 2 letters for JV and Varsity wrestling, 1 Varsity Surf letter, and received a scholar athlete award. His hobbies include riding motorcycles, dune buggies and quads in the desert. Mark was sponsored by CGA member Tim Guishard of Tim Guishard Enterprises. When asked what his future plans and goals included he stated “Graduate from SDSU and work for Sundt Construction. I want to be a project manager for them. While I work, I want to go to Cal Poly to get my MBA.”
2006-2007 Scholarship Winners
 Joe Chapman was awarded the CGA Water Scholarship award. Joe is attending California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo. Awards and recognition in High School included State First High Individual in FFA Agricultural Mechanics, Eagle Scout, and FFA Agri-Science State Division Winner. While attending the Santa Rosa Junior College Joe served as the President for the SRJC Agricultural Ambassadors and President for the Young Farmers and Ranchers (Sonoma/Marin). Joe was sponsored by CGA member Gary Mickelson of Jerry & Don's Yager Pump & Well. Joe has worked at Jerry & Don's Yager Pump & Well. When asked what his future goals and ambitions included he stated, “through these years attending Cal Poly I have developed a deep interest I want to work with people to solve problems and to increase the use of water saving practices in the home and the farm.”
 Kristy Mickelson was awarded the CGA General Memorial Scholarship Award. Kristy graduated from Petaluma High School in Petaluma in June 2006. Awards and recognition in High School included: State Farmer Degree, Sectional and Regional Proficiency Winner for Sheep Production, Star Chapter Farmer, and Premier Sheep Breeder for Sonoma County Fair. Throughout high school she was very active in the Petaluma Junior Riding Club Drill Team and the FFA. She enjoys working at Sonoma Marin Veterinary Service. Kristy was sponsored by her Uncle CGA member Gary Mickelson of Jerry & Don’s Yager Pump & Well. When asked what her future plans and goals included she stated “Attend Santa Rosa Junior College next fall and become active in the livestock program. Then transfer to UC Davis and graduate with a veterinary science degree.”
 William Watras was awarded the CGA General Memorial Scholarship Award. William graduated from Ramona High School in Ramona in June 2006. Awards and recognition in High School included: 4-H Champion Market Lambs, Showmanship Champion, 3 consecutive year end all around championship (Ramona Santana Riders). Throughout high school he was active in 4-H, Santana Riders, American Quarter Horse Association, and American Paint Horse Association. He enjoys working at Steve’s Landscape Service. William was sponsored by CGA member Mark Thornton of Salinas Pump Co. When asked what his future plans and goals included he stated “Earn a B.A. in Agricultural Business, become employed in California, and raise/train quarter horses for the show ring.
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