Distinguished Young Women OF Michigan


is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholastics, leadership and talent in young women. Earn scholarships for higher education, personally develop through the DYW Life Skills Workshops, and make new friends from around the state.


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Corrina Clark
Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan for 2024
State Program Information

The Distinguished Young Women of Michigan is proud to present the Class of 2025 Scholarship Program.

DATE: Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 6:00 pm EST
LOCATION: John Glenn High School
36105 Marquette St,
Westland, MI 48185.
TICKETS: Purchase at the door

Distinguished Young Women of Michigan State Scholarship Program – Class of 2025

Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025

Virtual Orientation: January 5, 2025

Forms Due: Apply Now for the Class of 2025 at www.distinguishedyw.org

JOIN US OCTOBER 13th at 6:00 PM EST FOR A WEBINAR: What to expect when you apply to DYW of Michigan

Learn about the process of applying, what you'll gain, how to win scholarships, etc by attending this one hour zoom event. To register for the webinar, please email Michigan@distinguishedyw.org.

WEBINAR - What to expect when you apply to DYW of Michigan
Sunday, October 13th · 6:00 – 7:00pm ET

Zoom Link: https://interlochen.zoom.us/j/92811995008?pwd=vK1QB0ANgj9WT5AwXbQKlHejfpAMcO.1

Meeting ID: 928 1199 5008
Passcode: 552020

To register for the webinar, please email Michigan@distinguishedyw.org.

Follow our social channels (links below) for exciting virtual workshops this fall of 2024 to learn more about our program!

Download Document: BYBS Flyer (good to review as this is the corner stone of the scholarship program).

Download Document: Representing Distinguished Young Women

Download Document: Wardrobe Examples (for interview and self-expression)

Questions: Please contact Jan Witte at Michigan@distinguishedyw.org.

Congratulations to the 2025 class of Michigan Distinguished Young Women. We cannot wait to meet you!


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2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan

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Corrina Clark
FromWhite Lake
University PreferenceWestern Michigan University
Career Goalprofessional dancer, choreographer, teacher, dance therapist

2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan

Photo of Corrina Clark
Corrina Clark
From
White Lake

University Preference
Western Michigan University

Career Goal
professional dancer, choreographer, teacher, dance therapist

Achievements:
Legacy Dance Championships Regional Senior Miss Legacy Title WinnerApplause Talent Regional Title WinnerCinderella International Scholarship Pageant Semi-Finalist (Top 10) and Talent Winner, 2nd Runner-UpCinderella State Scholarship Pageant Talent Winner Youth Timothy Service AwardAcademic MedalAcademic LetterAcademic CertificateLakes Valley Conference Scholar Athlete Patch/Pin

Activites:
Karen's School of Dance Competitive Dance Company Captain/MemberAsst Dance TeacherAnnual Nutcracker CastAnnual Spring BalletYouth American Grand Prix Classical BalletPom Team, Co-CaptainLeadership ClassSt. Patrick's Teens groupMadison Curtis Coaching MenteeThe Business of Dance Community Member

Additional:
Karen's School of Dance Assistant Teacher Training Program Volunteer (assists at events, recitals, and competitions for younger dancers)Leadership Class Participant (worked a holiday drive, Veteran's Day luncheon, Homecoming, Teacher Appreciation Week, and Freshmen Orientation) St Patrick's Parish Confirmation Teen Facilitator and Volunteer

2025 State Participants

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