OLDENBURG, Ind. — Josie Wesseler, a graduating senior at Oldenburg Academy, has been named one of 722 semi-finalists in the 2017 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,100 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2017.
Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 53rd year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors.
Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities.
Scholars will be invited to Washington, DC, for several days in June to receive the Presidential Scholar Medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in events and activities.
