Sippican Lands Trust Executive Director Robin Shields has announced that Julia Nojeim is the recipient of the 2015 Sippican Lands Trust Helen A. Arthur Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

Nojeim, a senior at Old Rochester Regional High School, has been admitted to the Honors Program at Fairfield University where she plans to pursue studies in engineering and environmental science.

Nojeim is recognized for her excellence in academics, athletics, civic leadership and community service. In particular, she has shown a commitment to the environment and a desire to address environmental issues in the future.

Funds for this award are made available through the Sippican Lands Trust Scholarship Fund, which was created and named after Helen A. Arthur. Arthur was a resident of Marion and long-time volunteer for the SLT.  Helen had a deep interest in the preservation of the beautiful open spaces in Marion.

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