ASTEO Scholar Saige Wilkerson

ASTEO Scholar Profile: Saige Wilkerson

Saige Wilkerson is a freshman at Eastern Oregon University and graduate of Emmett High School.

Hometown: Emmett, Idaho

Major: Biochemistry

Why did you apply to become an ASTEO Scholar? 

“I wanted to be able to have the most opportunity I could possibly have at EOU. I want to take advantage of it and make the most of everything this school has to offer.”

What are you looking forward to the most at EOU? 

“The lifelong friendships, as well as all the knowledge I will acquire over the next few years. I am excited for what my future holds and that EOU will guide me to my goals.”

About ASTEO: 

ASTEO stands for Advancing Science and Technology in Eastern Oregon and was established with a grant from the National Science Foundation’s S-STEM program. Eligible scholars may receive up to $7,500 annually for tuition and fees, depending on unmet need. Scholarship applications are being accepted now through February 1, 2017 for the coming academic year.

For more information and to apply go to: eou.edu/asteo