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Basic Information

Deadline:
March 3, 2026
GPA Requirement:
Yes

Description

This scholarship memorializes Russel and Reba Farlow who built a successful wood manufacturing business in southern Indiana. Farlows led the Indiana Handle Company that produced croquet sets, baseball bats, and woodturnings for many furniture manufacturers. Farlows’ son Bradley and his family, longtime residents of Wabash County, want to honor the work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit of the elder Farlows.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Southwood or Northfield High School graduate (current year)
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 on an 4.0 scale or equivalent
  • Must be pursuing a degree or industry recognized certification in manufacturing, trades, maintenance, or engineering

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Wabash County
High Schools:
Northfield Jr./Sr. High School, Southwood Jr./Sr. High School
Fields of Study:
ENGINEERING, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, General, Engineering Science, Engineering Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Geological/Geophysical Engineering, Geological/Geophysical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians, CONSTRUCTION TRADES, Mason/Masonry, Mason/Masonry, Carpenters, Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services, MECHANIC AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR), PRECISION PRODUCTION, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking, Tool and Die Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING, Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew, Construction Management