News Release

WARSAW — The Echoes of the Past, a not-for-profit organization with a focus on agri-history, recently awarded scholarships to two 2024 graduates to help further their education.

Libby Haab

The scholarship committee looked at applicants of outstanding character, a strong work ethic, a heart for community service and an agricultural connection now and in the future.

Libby Haab, daughter of Jason and Amber Haab, is a graduating senior from Wawasee High School. Haab is a 10-year 4-H member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers. She has held several leadership positions within the 4-H organization and won several awards over the 10 years she has been a member. She is also a four-year member of the Wawasee FFA, where she currently serves as vice president. Haab has numerous judging awards, leadership awards and has served on various community service committees throughout her four years with the FFA. Her future includes attending Huntington University to major in animal science and agribusiness.

Hannah Burkholder

Hannah Burkholder, daughter of Kevin and Kresta Burkholder, is a graduating senior from Warsaw Community High School. Burkholder is a member of the 4-H Horse and Pony Club, where she was vice president for three years. She also held the secretary position of the Indiana Quarter Horse Youth Association for four years. Burkholder has held several other leadership positions within the equestrian world. She has also been a student council representative. She has committed many hours to serving her community. Her future includes attending the University of Findlay to major in finance and equine business management.