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Archives – Initiatives – Hefner Foundation

Archives – Initiatives

The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and all science.”
– Albert Einstein
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Archives

Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2019
Huang Huannan, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2019

Huannan is a member of the graduating class of 2020 of BHSF. He enjoys studying mathematics and economics and playing badminton.

Liang Jiacheng, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2019
Jiacheng is a member of the graduating class of 2020 of BHSF. He is a member of the Study Department of the Student Union as well as the Math Club and the Coding Club.
Xie Anqi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2019
Anqi is a member of the graduating class of 2020 of BHSF. She is the President of the Student Union and the Founder of Eagle News. She enjoys playing soccer, basketball and lacrosse.
Zhou Jingyi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2019

Jingyi is a member of the graduating class of 2020 of BHSF. She enjoys art and is the President of the Coding Club and a member of the Biology Club and the Physics Club.

Hefner Scholars-Webb, 2018
Huang Jaden Dumont, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2018

Jaden is a member of the 2019 graduating class of the Webb School of California. He is a member of the cross country, water polo, tennis, and basketball teams and won a Gold Medal in the National Spanish Exam in 2016.

Juliana Base, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2018

Juliana is a member of the 2019 graduating class of the Vivian Webb School.  She enjoys martial arts, basketball, football, and other sports. She is a member of the Paleontology Club and the recipient of the Rogers Peccary Scholar Award for her contributions to the Raymond Alf Museum of Paleontology.

Hefner Scholars-OSSM, 2018
Alejandro Lozano-De Aos, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2018
Alejandro is a member of the 2019 graduating class of OSSM. He is the lead guitarist in the Jazz Band and enjoys Robotics and volunteering at the Oklahoma City Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Attaira Prince, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2018
Attaira is a member of the 2019 graduating class of OSSM. She enjoys doing community service and studying American Sign Language and is a member of the organization Women in STEM.
Hefner Ambassador, USA, 2018
Cynthia Parish, Hefner Ambassador, 2018

Cynthia Parish is the Director of College Counseling at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics. Prior to joining OSSM in 2015, she was an Advanced Placement English Teacher at Piedmont High School in Piedmont, Oklahoma, and an Instructor in English and Humanities and Associate Director of College Counseling at Heritage Hall School in Oklahoma City. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University and a Master’s in Education from the University of Texas at Arlington.

Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2018
Chen Houming, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2018

Houming is a member of the graduating class of 2019 of BHSF. He won the Second Prize in the National Olympiad of Informatics, Beijing in 2016 and the Second Prize of the Third National Junior High School Mathematics Invitational Tournament in 2016. He enjoys playing contract bridge and studying mathematics and computer science.

Li XinYi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2018

XinYi is a member of the graduating class of 2019 of BHSF. She has been head of the “Student’s Life Department” at the BHSF Student Union for three years. She plays the piano, sings and also enjoys tennis and photography.

Wen Yuli, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2018

Julia is a member of the graduating class of 2019 of BHSF. She enjoys piano, Chinese folk and hip-hop dancing, and traveling. Julia enjoys studying literature and was the teaching assistant for the Chinese class.

Xu ShiXiong, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2018

ShiXiong is a member of the graduating class of 2019 of BHSF. He is the Minister of the Study Department of the Student Union at BHSF and a member of the math and SAS clubs. He competes in Rubik’s cube competitions, assists in World Cube Association tournaments, and also teaches Rubik’s cube classes.

Zhang Xiao, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2018

Xiao is a member of the graduating class of 2019 of BHSF. She has a strong interest in science and medicine, and also enjoys piano and ballet. In 2016, she won Third Prize in the Wenxindiaolong Chinese Essay Competition.

Hefner Scholars-Webb, 2017
Georgia Newman, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2017

Georgia is a member of the 2018 graduating class of the Vivian Webb School. She is a member of the Webb dance program and has been studying ballet for 13 years. She is also practices Karate and has attained a black belt. She is a member of the Honor Cabinet, the Chinese Club, the Indian Club, the Service Club, and the STEM Club.

Anthony Villalobos, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2017

Anthony is a member of the 2018 graduating class of the Webb School of California. He tutors fellow students in Algebra II, Pre=Calculus, and Chemistry and is a Student Ambassador and Peer Advisor. He received the Claremont Club’s Rotary Award and the Coaches Award for the Junior Varsity Swim team, and is a member of Webb’s FTC Robotics team.

Hefner Scholars-OSSM, 2017
Shania Do, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2017
Shania is a member of the 2018 graduating class of OSSM. She has received Scholastic Achievement Awards for AP World History, Pre-AP Spanish II, and Pre-AP English II, as well as a Project Lead the Way Engineering Certificate of Excellence. She participated in 2014 and 2016 summer youth volunteer programs at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and has also volunteered in the Pioneer Library System and at the Moore Regional Food Bank.
Chinwe Okere, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2017
Chinwe is a member of the 2018 graduating class of OSSM. She is a member of the National Honor Society, the Student Council and the   DSA  Honor Roll. She has been a volunteer in the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Library System since 2010 and participated in the 2016 Spark Summer Pre-Medical Program at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.
Hefner Ambassadors, USA, 2017
Sara Marie Bodenstein, Hefner Ambassador, 2017
Sara Marie Bodenstein is a Professor of Mathematics at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, teaching Pre-Calculus and Calculus. Additionally, Bodenstein supervises the Oklahoma Math League competitions, teaches middle school math workshops, and writes OSSM math entrance exams. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma City University, a Master’s degree from Duke Divinity School and completed Ph.D. coursework at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C.
Neal Piper, Hefner Ambassador, 2017
Neal Piper is the Executive Director of the Presidential Precinct, a nonprofit organization in Charlottesville, Virginia. The Presidential Precinct unites William & Mary, the University of Virginia, and the Presidential homes Monticello, Montpelier and Highland in programs to educate the next generation of world leaders. Previously, Neal worked for Population Services International and Pfizer. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Georgia Southern University.
Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2017
Ju Yang, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2017
Yang is a member of the graduating class of 2018 of BHSF. She is a member of the Beijing Teenager Science and Technology Club, the Vice President of the Environment Club, and the President of the Charity Club. She won Second Place in the National Final of the National Junior Competition on Water Science and Technology and First Prize in the National Youth Electronic Information Contest.
Liu Yun Zhi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2017
Yun Zhi is a member of the graduating class of 2018 of BHSF. She is the President and Co-Founder of the A Cappella Group, the Monitor of the Flag Raising Class and has hosted and planned programs for many visiting foreign students. She is also very interested in Japanese culture, and has been studying the Japanese language for four years.
Xin Yu, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2017
Yu is a member of the graduating class of 2018 of BHSF. His favorite subjects are Physics and Chemistry, and he is also studying AP Calculus and Linear Algebra. Yu is also interested in computer science and has studied web design and programming. He is currently the leader of the BHSFIC Robotics Club.
Zhang Jia Qi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No. 4, 2017
Jia Qi is a member of the graduating class of 2018 of BHSF. He is very interested in sports, and is a member of the BHSF Basketball team and the founder of the American Football Club. He is also the founder and Vice President of the English Translation Club and a member of the Chemistry Club.  In his free time, Jia Qi enjoys playing piano and guitar.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, 2016
Zachary Arani, Hefner Scholar Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2016
Zach is a student of the 2017 graduating class at OSSM. He is an honoree of the Ardent Enthusiast of World History and Culture award, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Zach is also an AP Scholar of East Asian History and World History. Zach has volunteered his services at the Metropolitan Library System and on the Teen Advisory Board, where he created and ran programs for his peers.
Ritvik Ganguly, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2016
Ritvik is a student of the OSSM graduating class of 2017. He has held leadership roles in Key Club, Union Table Tennis, and his Youth Philanthropy Initiative. Ritvik is a member of Mu Alpha Theta-competing state-wide in math, a member of the University of Tulsa Physics Club, and is a medalist of the Science Olympiad. He enjoys playing the violin, piano and golf.
Hefner Scholars-Webb, 2016
Kaitlin Hawkes, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2016
Kaitlin is a student of the graduating class of 2017 at The Webb Schools. She is a Varsity Tennis captain, a student ambassador of the Vivian Webb School, and student-body president of Western Christian School. In 2015, Kaitlin worked as an intern of the City of Upland Planning Department. She has ambitions to pursue studying Urban Development and Civil Affairs.
Raphael Huang, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2016
Raphael is a student of Webb Schools graduating class of 2017. He is the Cross Country, Varsity Team Captain, and a member of his school’s Tennis Team. Raphael has volunteered in his community through the Youth Summer Mission Project, and at the San Antonio Regional Hospital. Raphael is a Royal Conservatory pianist and enjoys swimming the Richmond Rapids.
Hefner Scholar-Creede, 2016
Eileen Egolf, Hefner Scholar
Creede High School, 2016
Eileen is a student of the 2017 graduating class from Creede High School in Colorado. She is the president of her school’s Student Council, a Peer mediator and mentor, a National Honor Society member, and president of the Student’s Against Destructive Decisions. Eileen is the captain of her school’s Varsity Volleyball team, a Scholastic Silver Key Awardee and a National Congressional Art Awardee.
Hefner Ambassadors, USA, 2016
Blair Amberly, Hefner Ambassador, 2016
Blair is a 2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher at the Free Union Country School in Virginia. With creative, hands-on lessons, he engages his students with real-world applications aimed to facilitate each student’s academic success. Blair is a member of the school committee, and as Co-Chairman planned and created school-wide strategies. Blair holds a Master’s in Education and has a love of music, reading and exercise.
Mark Li, Hefner Ambassador, 2016
Mark is a Professor of Biology at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics in Oklahoma City. He has been awarded with the OSSM Foundation Faculty Award and Research Excellence Awards. Mark has also received the Travel Award from OSSM for his leadership in chaperoning students on a six-country international workshop. Mark holds a Ph.D. in Science and enjoys playing competitive Tennis.
Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2016
Yixian, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2016
Yixian is a student of the graduating class of 2017 from Beijing High School No 4. She is the leader of her class’s English Drama Club, a Merit Student of the Chaoyang District and a member of her Student Counsel. Yixian enjoys dance, playing piano, Biology, Biochemistry, and The Arts. Yixian is a member of the Sound of Phoenix Choir and awarded First Prize for her group at the 60th International Music Festival in Belgium.
Haoxuan Li, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2016
Li Haoxuan is a student of Beijing High School No 4’s graduating class of 2017. Haoxuan was elected as Commissary of General Affairs of his class. He has also been assigned as the Minister of Academy and Life Affairs Department of his school’s Student Union. In 2015, Haoxuan was nominated for the position of Vice-President of his school’s MUN club, learning about the importance of international relationships and delegations of a president or member of a state.
Li Zhoujie, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2016
Zhoujie is a student of the high school graduating class of 2017 at Beijing High School No 4. Her primary focus of study is mathematics and she is also a pupil of dance. Zhoujie also enjoys learning calligraphy and playing soccer. She was awarded First Prize in mathematical modeling in the 2015 Beijing Applied Mathematics competition, increasing her school and class rankings from 150 to 29. Zhoujie enjoys volunteering in her hometown of Beijing.
Shukai Liu, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2016
Liu Shukai is a student at Beijing High School No 4 and of the graduating class of 2017. Shukai’s primary studies include: Physics and Calculus, also volunteering his time to the Beijing Tourism Department for his services as a tour guide, and speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish. In 2015, he was awarded Second Prize by solving Olympiad problems of Algebra, Geometry, and Number Theory.
Hefner Scholar-Albemarle, USA, 2015
Sophia Mastakas, Hefner Scholar
Albemarle County, Va 2015
Sophia is a student of the 2016 graduating class at Western Albemarle High School. She is a member of her school’s Leadership Class and volunteers at her local medical center in assisting patients and employees at the Cancer Center and MERCI center. She is a member of the Spanish Society, Engish Society, Math Honors Society and History Honors Society.  Sophia enjoys playing many musical instruments and is active in her school’s Swim and Dive Teams.
Hefner Ambassadors, USA, 2015
Monique Baxter, Hefner Ambassador Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2015
Monique Baxter is a professor of East Asian studies at OSSM, featuring her lessons on China, the Middle Kingdom, and on the developing regions of Japan and Korea. Monique graduated from the University of Texas – Pan America where she earned her B.S. and later her M.A. in History. She received the 2014 Honored Teacher Award for Oklahoma Academic All-State.
Heather Corpora, Hefner Ambassador 2015
Heather Corpora is a School Counselor at William Monroe Middle School in Greene County, Virginia. She has been a school counselor the past nine years, working primarily with high school and middle school students. Previously, Heather was the Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach for Nelson County High School, and now participates in the Charlottesville Recreation Volleyball Program. Her personal interests include traveling and spending time in nature.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, USA, 2015
Pedro Lozano De Aos, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2015
Pedro is a graduate of the class of 2016 at OSSM. He is a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, Sister BJ’s Pantry and The Perry Initiative, and is a member of Mu Alpha Theta, and of the Robotics Engineering team for the FIRST Tech Challenge. Pedro was honored with second place standing at the Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair and state first place winner. In his free time, Pedro enjoys playing soccer, swimming, and sailing.
Emily Dial, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2015
Emily is a student of the 2016 graduating class at OSSM. She is Choir President at her school and a Student Council representative at OSSM. Emily is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions, the Book Club, and of the Fellowship of Christian Students. Emily has served on her school’s basketball team as manager, and participates in OSSM’s Rowing Team. Emily plans to continue her education in Microbiology or Physics upon graduating from OSSM.
Hefner Scholars-Webb Schools, USA, 2015
Cori McGinley, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2015
Cori is a member of the Honor Cabinet, Chapel Council, and is a Student Ambassador at Vivian Webb School. She was Freshman Class President as part of her school’s Associated Student Body and Honor Symposium Leader participating in workshops and class events. Cori is a Roger Scholar and honored in academics at the Lleulla Morey Murphey Foundation. Cori is a flutist performing with the CAIS Honors Orchestra.
Francisco Munoz, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2015
Francisco is a Headmaster’s Distinguished Scholar of the graduating class of 2016 at Webb. He participates in athletic activities at Webb such as Cross Country, Water Polo and the Swim Team. Francisco is also a member of the Debate Team in which he placed third at the Claremont McKenna League Tournament in 2012. Francisco volunteers at his local Medical Center and serves as a tutor at Webb Schools.
Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2015
Liu Yuang, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2015
Liu Yuang is a member of the Honor Council and the Class Committee at Beijing High School No 4. He enjoys participating in charitable programs and is a Beijing Youth Volunteer. He won seventh place in the Beijing Fencing Competition, is a Champion of the Long Jump as well as earned second place in the 400-meter race representing his school. Yuang has written, directed, and performed in two English dramas, earning his school a Top Drama Prize.
Ni Cheng, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2015
Ni Cheng is an honorary student at Beijing High School 4. Her fields of excellence include French Language, leadership in her community, and Track and Field. She was selected to the finals of China Composition Competition and chosen as a delegate for Global Leader Model in 2014. She is a member of “Future Talent Project” in 2013 and has volunteered at Beijing High School’s Library Services over the past two years.
Zou Yumeng, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2015
Zou Yumeng is a student of the graduating class of 2015 from Beijing High School 4. She enjoys writing novels and articles for her own start-up magazines in Beijing, China called “The 66th Block”. Yumeng’s primary interests outside of reading and writing are: History, Economy, and Philosophy. Her favorite sports are Basketball and long-distance running. She hopes to travel more and learn of the varieties of culture around the world.
An Mufei, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2015
An Mufei is a member of her school’s art club, calligraphy club, and volunteers at the Beijing Science and Technology Museum. Mufei enjoys playing guitar, painting, swimming and learning about computer software skills. She is also a member of the Shang Academy of Classical Learning since 2012, and participates in her school’s Confucius Theory Study Group.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, USA, 2014
Katie McDonald, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2014
Katie is a student of the 2015 graduating class at OSSM. She enjoys playing in the School Marching Band and is a member of the National Beta Club, World Cultures Club, Youth in Government, and Book Club. She participates in the University of Arkansas Global Campus Music Camp and serves her community through the Saville Center for Child Advocacy in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Samantha Okere, Hefner Scholar Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2014
Samantha is a student of the graduating class of 2015 at OSSM. She is an Honor Roll student, a member of the National Honor Society and was a Spelling Bee runner-up in 2011. She was awarded the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration Award for her science project in 2011 and recognized by Representative Anastasia Pittman of Oklahoma for her achievements. Samantha is an active member of the College Readiness Leadership Program.
Hefner Ambassador, USA, 2014
Kurt Bachmann, Hefner Ambassador
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2014
Dr. Bachmann is a member of the OSSM faculty teaching Physics for over 14 years with the school. Prior to joining OSSM, Dr. Bachmann held postdoctoral positions in solar astronomy at the High Altitude Observatory in Colorado and the National Solar Observatory in Arizona. He also, taught physics at two liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania and in Alabama where he held the capacity of Assistant Professor.
Hefner Scholars-Webb Schools, USA, 2014
Madelyn Gaumer, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2014
Madelyn is a student of the graduating class of 2015 at Webb. She enjoys playing Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Swimming. She is a member of the Debate Team, Prep League Athletic Council, Project Earth, and the Girl Scouts of America. She has been awarded the Rogers Peccary Scholar Award, English Award, and the Tim Quinn Award for Swimming. Madelyn is a student of AP Classes and Honor Classes at The Webb Schools.
Anthony Palacio, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2014
Anthony is a student of the graduating class of 2015 at Webb. He is a member of the HSPDP League Championship Debate Team and is a First Year Rogers Scholar. He enjoys playing Baseball and Tabletop Tennis as well as participating in Spanish Club and volunteering with his class’s Food Drive Steering Committee. Anthony is a Better Chance Scholar, a winner of the Publications Prize, and the Sophmore History Prize at Webb Schools.
Hefner Scholars-Beijing High School No. 4, 2014
Amelia Zhen, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2014
Amelia enjoys swimming, listening to music, watching movies and reading when she is not studying. She has played the flute for eight years and plans to continue to play throughout life. Amelia is a fan American movies and TV series and keeps up with the latest. She keeps busy with group projects and has started up her own tourism business in Beijing, coordinating various sightseeing around the city. She finds great pleasure in interacting with people in her community and helping those in need.
Aaron Pi, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2014
Aaron is a student of the graduating class of 2015. He has lived in Canada and China, an experience he says gave him the international mindset to embrace a more holistic view of the world. He values the great sense of optimism, which Aaron credits learning of the great spirit of optimism, from his two loving parents who he says instilled in him the value in being grateful for everything.
April Yang, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2014
April has strong interests in art and music and in her spare time, she paints or plays her piano. She has performed in chorus since elementary school and while attending Beijing High School No 4, she was enrolled in AP courses and ejoyed her humanity classes most of all as well as many extracurricular activities. April loves to travel and she has been to many places with her family.
Mingpu Hu, Hefner Scholar
Beijing High School No 4, 2014
Mingpu Hu is a student of the graduating class of 2015. He served as the Vice President of the school chorus, performing and representing his school at Carnegie Hall. He recently founded a website which helps students to start up projects, recruit members and raise money. Mingpu intends to study Visual Communication in college, and his design works have received rave reviews from top high-tech companies such as Tencent and Meizu in China.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, USA, 2013
Andrew Chang, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2013
Andrew is from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and graduated from OSSM in May of 2014 where he focused his studies in East Asian History, Chemistry, Physics, Spanish, and English. Andrew was the President and Founder of the Runner’s Club and was a member of Key Club while attending OSSM. Currently, Andrew is an undergraduate at the University of Oklahoma studying Chemical Engineering and pursuing a Pre-Medical degree.
Austin Fehr, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2013
Austin is a native to Oklahoma and graduated from OSSM in May, 2014. Austin served as Vice President of the World Language Club and as Secretary of the Chess Club. He was awarded the 2012 English Achievement Award and the Spanish Achievement Award under the same year. Austin was awarded with the 2012 Chemistry Achievement Award and Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry Award. Austin is pursuing a Biochemistry degree at the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma.
Hefner Scholars-Webb Schools, USA, 2013
Eryn Halvey, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2013
Eryn graduated from Webb Schools in May 2014 and intends to study International Relations at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. She has traveled to Ecuador with Extreme Response International in an effort to work with special needs children. Eryn has served as President of the Global Children’s Relief Club and is a member of Webb’s Christian Club. She enjoys playing Varsity Softball, Varsity Volleyball, and Varsity Basketball.
Kristina Oney, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2013
Kristina Oney is a student of the graduating class of 2014 from The Webb Schools. She has been awarded the Roger Peccary Scholar 2013 Award and the Rotary International Youth-Service-Americanism in Action 2012 Award. Kristina has served as Captain of the Debate Team, and was President of the Service Council-H.O.P.E. She enjoys playing tennis, water polo, and Classical Piano. Kristina is an undergraduate student at Wellesley College in Massachusetts.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, USA, 2012
Phil Burnett, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2012
A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Phil Burnett graduated from the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics in 2013. Phil is pursuing an undergraduate degree from Columbia University in New York. While he is currently interested in physics, psychology, and a few foreign languages, he has yet to decide which field he will pursue.
Alyssa Rudelis, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2012
Alyssa was born in Rogers, Arkansas. She is a graduate of the class of 2013 from the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics and is currently studying at Stanford University. She plans to pursue both undergraduate and graduate degrees in physics and learn the Mandarin Language. Alyssa hopes to return to China as part of a study-abroad program with Stanford University.
Hefner Scholars-Webb Schools, USA, 2012
Roberto Gonzalez, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2012
Roberto is originally from Long Beach, California and a student of the 2013 graduating class at The Webb Schools. He was an active member of the Honor Committee at Webb among other leadership roles and participated in sports like Wrestling and indoor soccer while attending Webb. His focus of study is in Economics and International Relations at Harvard University. In his free time he enjoys reading, listening to music, and running.
Brandon Scolieri, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2012
Brandon is from Southern California and a student of the class of 2013 at The Webb Schools. Brandon is a member of the Honors Advanced Museum Research of Paleontology, Speech and Debate, Boy Scouts of America, and enjoys Golf. He has volunteered in areas in his community such as Fijian Service Project, American Youth Soccer Organization, and Eagle Scout Rank and is attending the University of California at Berkeley.
Hefner Scholars-OSSM, USA, 2011
Eduardo Lima, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2011
Eduardo attended Enid High School before graduating from OSSM in 2012. He won Debater of the year (2010) and JSA 1st Place Affirmative Debater as well. He was a member of the Superintendents Honor Roll and the National Society of High School Scholars that same year. Eduardo is now a full-time student at Princeton University majoring in Philosophy and pursuing certification and fluency in the Mandarin Language.
Ty Pfeiffer, Hefner Scholar
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, 2011
Ty is from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and graduated from OSSM in 2012. While at OSSM he was a member of the Physics Journal Club, Boy Scouts of America, Tulsa Youth Symphony, Math Club and the Einstein Science Club. Ty is a full-time student at the University of Oklahoma.
Hefner Scholars-Webb Schools, USA, 2011
Abigail Hess, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2011
Abigail is a winner of Webb’s “Unbounded Thinker’s Award” (2010) receiving multiple awards in leadership throughout her years at Webb. In 2009 she won the Commendations Award as part of a Model United Nations program.  Abigail is attending Wellesley College in Massachusetts studying Political Science and Media Arts and Science. She plans to study abroad in Australia at the University of Sydney and hopes to return to Asia next summer.
Timothy McGinley, Hefner Scholar
The Webb Schools, 2011
Tim became the first student at Webb to qualify for and compete in the State Geography Bee. He was awarded the Academic Achievement Award his freshman year at Webb and won the Freshman History Award that same year. Tim is from Ojai, California and currently attending the University of California, Berkeley.
Hefner Scholars 2006 - 2008
Hefner Initiative – OSSM Scholars 2007-2008:

Tara Sarathi, Hefner Scholar-OSSM, 2008
Marina Kravtsova, Hefner Scholar-OSSM, 2008
Sebastain Gould, Hefner Scholar-OSSM, 2007
Alex Speir, Hefner Scholar-OSSM, 2007

Hefner Initiative – Cheyenne Scholars, 2006-2008:

Jordan Lindberg, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2008
Shannon Collins, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2008
Katrina Schroeder, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2007
Jonathan Walker, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2007
Ashton Musick, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2006
Patrick VerSteeg, Hefner Scholar-Cheyenne, 2006