Chrisman Scholarship Programs announces Wallowa County student awards

WALLOWA COUNTY – (Press Release from the Chrisman Scholarship Fund) The Chrisman Scholarship Fund is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s scholarship awards, recognizing outstanding students from Joseph, Wallowa, and Enterprise who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their future careers, academic excellence, and service to their communities.

This year’s awardees represent a wide range of professional aspirations—from healthcare to education, culinary arts to construction—and embody the values of perseverance, leadership, and commitment to lifelong learning.

Each student will receive $5,000.00 towards their educational goals.

2026 Scholarship Award Recipients

• Marley Hayes – Joseph Charter School Radiologist / Nursing Track

• Lucas Hanks – Joseph Charter School Chef / Culinary Arts

• Abigail Dundas – Joseph Charter School English Education

• Talluah April  – Wallowa High School Physical Education & Athletic Training

• Kylee Cunningham – Enterprise High School ASL Interpretation

• James Royes – Enterprise High School Contractor / Skilled Trades

Established in 2024, the Chrisman Scholarship Fund has awarded $80,000 in scholarships to Wallowa County students. To qualify, students must be a graduating senior from Joseph, Enterprise, or Wallowa High Schools and must be planning to attend a community college, university or accredited technical/trade school full time. There is no minimum GPA, SAT scores or FAFSA required. The scholarship application is available in the fall through the OSAC. The Fund was established by the Chrisman Family of Enterprise, Oregon, and the family hopes to continue supporting Wallowa County students for years to come.

---

---

• 
• 
• 
• 

---

• 
• 
• 
• 

---

Elkhorn Media Group