Corey Walgren Memorial Scholarship and Trophy
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At the conclusion of each season the Naperville North Huskies Hockey Club awards the Corey Walgren Memorial
Trophy and a scholarship to a varsity player best exemplifies the spirit of Huskies hockey. This player has
earned the respect of teammates and coaches through dedication, hustle and exemplary sportsmanship.
- This player consistently motivates and supports teammates on the ice and is a friend to all off the ice.
2025 Scholarship Recipients
Jack Gilbertson (Naperville North)
Andrew Deporter (Naperville Central)
Past Scholarship Recipients
Jacob Kuznar (2024, Naperville North)
Jacob Matthews (2024, Naperville Central)
Max Carsello, 2023
Lance Francoeur, 2022
Tyler Zuspann, 2021
Brett Hare, 2020
Brett Martin, 2019 Mizzou Hockey #21
Michael Hall, 2018 Illinois DII Hockey #91
Zach Rang, 2017
Chicago Blackhawks Special Hockey
In both 2018 and 2019, Corey's Goal donated $5,000 to the Chicago Blackhawks Special Hockey
organization.
Scholarship for Civil and Human Rights
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This academic scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who is passionate about pursuring a
career related to civil or human rights and has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year institution of
higher learning. This award is given in memory of Corey Patrick Walgren who was a junior at
Naperville North High School when he unexpectedly lost his life in January of 2017.
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In life, Corey was high-energy, had a big heart and matching smile, and enjoyed bringing people
together. He made an effort to talk to the quiet students, the new students, and the students who
may not have "fit in". Understanding the importance of inclusivity and respecting people for who
they are – particularly young people – is the foundation of the scholarship.
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Applicants for the Scholarship for Civil & Human Rights should have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Additionally, the student will write a 1-2 page essay explaining why he or she wants to pursue a
degree and/or career related to civil or human rights.
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Essays, whether e-mailed, hard-copy, or Microsoft Word/google doc, should be shared with – or
submitted to Emily Bishop, NNHS Spanish teacher (ebishop@naperville203.org)
and Jeffery Farson, Dean of Students (jfarson@naperville203.org). Essays will be collected and submitted
to Corey's Goal Board of Directors for consideration.
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This is a one time award of $2000.
Past Scholarship Recipients
Gabriela Ursu and Tyler Bresnick, 2023
Reigna Hels, 2022
Toria Pickett, 2021
