CARLIE GARDNER AWARDED DR. HENRY W. INDYK SCHOLARSHIP
Twins Carlie and Lillie Gardner have jointly been awarded the four-year Dr. Henry W. Indyk Scholarship, which is administered by Te Lawn Institute. Tey will be splitting the scholarship funds. Carlie and Lillie are the daughters of Clay and Denise Gardner of DMG Turf and Farms in Angier, North Carolina.
Beginning in her junior year, most of Carlie’s classes have been part of a dual credit program, earning both high school and college credit. She will graduate this spring with a diploma from Harnett Central High School in Angier, NC, and an associate degree through Central Carolina Community College in Sanford, NC.
Carlie will attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in the fall where she will major in Biology. She says, “I have a heart for helping others and want to be someone that can make a difference in others’ lives.” In one of her essays, Carlie wrote, “For College, I want to pursue a career in the medical fields, specially thinking about a Physician Assistant. To have a job in the physician assistant field not only requires a four-year undergraduate degree, but it also requires a graduate program which can take an additional three or more years.”
Te college credits Carlie has completed will allow her to enter college as a sophomore. Carlie wrote, “Tis means I will only have to complete three years of undergraduate classes instead of four.” And “… hopefully get into a graduate program a year earlier. Tis will allow me to reach my goal quicker and start helping others faster.” And, “Receiving this scholarship will allow me to learn, study, and develop a greater understanding of the human body and how it works. I would be able to focus on my studies with less stress about finances.” And, “Te generosity of awarding me this scholarship will be greatly appreciated and will allow me to give generosity to others by helping them with their medical needs.”
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In her essay on how the turfgrass industry has shaped her character, Carlie wrote, “One thing it has taught me, and I have seen first-hand is patience.” And, “Growing up on a sod farm has taught me hard work and determination.” And, “… also has taught me about teamwork. When working together things can get done so much better and more efficiently, as long as everyone is determined.” She added, “I would never want to grow up any other way, in any other town, or on any other farm because of all the memories and lessons that I have learned here, at my home.”
Carlie started playing volleyball in eighth grade and continued throughout all four years of high school. She was the recipient of the Volleyball Coaches Award in 2018 and served as volleyball captain for two years. In addition to volleyball and working on the family farm, she was a member of DECA and of FBLA, where she served as treasurer for two years.
Carlie says, “I try to keep my faith in the center and above everything; when I do, I see that it allows everything to go a little more smoothly.” Her favorite Bible verse is Psalms 145: 17, “Te Lord is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works.”
In her letter of recommendation, Chelsey Cabe, Physical Education Teacher and Head Volleyball Coach at Harnett Central High School, wrote, “I have coached Carlie in volleyball and taught her in the classroom. In both of these areas she excels.” And, “As an athlete, I have watched Carlie set goals and reach each and every one of them. As a freshman, Carlie struggled with skills and played very minimal minutes in games. Tis never discouraged her or took away her love and desire for the game. Instead, I saw her incredible work ethic shine and her willingness to be dedicated and determined pay off. Carlie, now as a senior, is a leader on our team and a contributor on and off the court.” Cabe added, “Her love for God, her family and her friends is evident. Tis can be seen, not only in her words, but in her actions and attitude.” And, “… I look forward to watching her as she continues to grow and mature into the beautiful young woman I know she is becoming.”
TPI Turf News May/June 2021
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