Witham Health Services Foundation and Volunteer Organization announce scholarship recipients
June 4, 2026
The Witham Health Services Foundation and the Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization awarded six scholarships to Boone County high school seniors pursuing a degree or continuing education in a health-related field.
Witham Health Services Foundation Scholarships
The Witham Health Services Foundation offers two scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors from Lebanon High School and Western Boone High School.
The Judy Psikula Scholarship is a one-time $2,000 award presented to one graduating senior from each school who plans to pursue a degree in a medical field. This year’s recipients are Madalynn Welty of Lebanon High School and Eliana Whiteley of Western Boone High School.
Welty plans to attend Butler University to study kinesiology on a pre-physical therapy track. She has long felt a calling to help others and looks forward to a future career as a physical therapist, where she hopes to help patients regain the ability to do what they love.
Whiteley plans to attend Purdue University to complete her pre-pharmacy studies. Driven by a desire to help others, she hopes to make a meaningful impact as a future pharmacist by improving the lives of her patients and community members.
The Sally Lynn Coan Scholarship is a one-time $3,000 award presented annually to one graduating senior from either Lebanon High School or Western Boone High School who plans to pursue a nursing degree. This year’s recipient is Lillian Talbott of Western Boone High School.
Talbott plans to attend Indiana University Kokomo to study nursing. She aspires to begin her nursing career in labor and delivery before advancing into an advanced practice role, such as a nurse practitioner or midwife.
“Supporting students who are passionate about serving others through healthcare is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future of our communities,” said Cari Ann Guenther, Manager of the Witham Health Services Foundation. “Madalynn, Eliana, and Lillian have each demonstrated dedication, compassion, and a strong commitment to improving the lives of others. We are proud to support them as they pursue careers that will make a lasting impact in healthcare.”
Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization Scholarships
The Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization offers three $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors from any of Boone County’s four high schools who are pursuing a degree or continuing education in a health-related field.
This year’s recipients are Isabell Grady of Western Boone High School, Charlotte Kleindl of Lebanon High School, and Delia Stoian of Zionsville High School.
Grady will attend the University of Southern Indiana to study nursing, Kleindl will attend Marquette University to study exercise science and pre-physical therapy, and Stoian will attend Purdue University to study nursing with a minor in Spanish.
“The Witham Volunteer Organization partners with various community organizations throughout the year to fundraise for the scholarship program and those dollars are given right back to students in our community,” said Amy Mitchell, Director of Volunteer Services. “These scholarships recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to the future of healthcare.”
(From left to right) MaryPat Shepherd, Witham Volunteer Board; Tom Ramsey, Volunteer Board; Delia Stoian; Amy Mitchell, Volunteer Director; Charlotte Kleindl; Isabell Grady; and Denise Long, Volunteer Board.
About Witham
Witham Health Services is an independent county health system established in 1915 through a monetary gift from Flavius J. Witham. Our desire is to provide exceptional and easy experiences to all we serve and improve health through genuine care and unwavering support. Witham’s main campus in Lebanon, Indiana, includes a 60-bed acute care facility. Witham’s clinics are located in Crawfordsville, Frankfort, Jamestown, Thorntown, and Zionsville, Indiana. In Whitestown, Indiana, at Anson, Witham operates a 24-7 ER and a full array of radiology and laboratory services, as well as primary care, specialty care, and convenient care practices. More information about Witham Health Services can be found at www.witham.org.