The 7 Winners of Charter Oak's Community Scholarship Program

Groton, CT-May 25, 2010- Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has named the 7 winners of its annual Community Scholarship Program. Rewarding student members who excel academically and are active in their communities through extracurricular activities or community service, each winner will receive $2,000 towards their pursuit of higher education.

Hailing from various towns across New London and Windham counties, winners were Alexandra Conklin of North Stonington, Ashley West of Dayville, Brittany Bissonnette of Danielson, Kelsey Woodworth of Pawcatuck, Michon Dinwoodie and Scott Ferrigno of Westerly, R.I., as well as Yang Xu of Montville. Winning students will be attending a variety of higher education institutions, including Hofstra University, James Madison University, Kings College, Liberty University, University of Connecticut, University of Rhode Island and Southern Connecticut State University. 

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is a financial institution owned by its members. Individuals who live, work, worship, attend school, or volunteer in, and businesses and other legal entities located in New London County or Windham County, CT are able to become members.  Membership also extends to immediate family or household members.