Landon Rau - 2022

Encouraging Others by Modeling Integrity, Sincerity, Humbleness and Great Success

Reference letters on his behalf describe him as “very respectful when advocating for himself and others,” “A role-model for peers and staff alike,” “pushes himself, works toward his goals constantly,” “finds joy in working with others and sets a standard of positivity, integrity and grit that is extremely hard for the average person to emulate.”

In awarding this scholarship, the selection committee was very mindful to choose a recipient who embodies respect for others, kindness and integrity, as Rob did. Landon has certainly demonstrated that he has these qualities along with the drive to succeed in whatever he puts his mind to. We are so honored to be a small part of what we predict will be a very successful career. He will most definitely be a huge contribution to society.

A huge Thank You goes out to all of our Donors for making this possible!

The RRMS selection committee is so proud and honored to announce the recipient of the First Annual Rob Russell Memorial Scholarship is Landon Rau.

The committee is so happy to contribute to this young man’s journey as he continues his education at the University of Wyoming, where he will pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He represents everything the committee was hoping to see in our applicants. You’ll want to keep your eye on this young man, we are confident he will do some great things!

Through his Middle and High School careers, Landon participated in Swim Team, Nordic Ski Team, Lacrosse, Football, and Park County Youth Cycling. He discovered a passion for playing the trumpet, worked his way to lead trumpet and lettered four consecutive years. He was a member of the Allstate Band for three years and participated in the Northwest Honor Bands. He also completed his life-long dream of joining and touring with the Casper Troopers Drum and Bugle Corp. He has auditioned and will join them again for this summer's tour. He continues to volunteer as a bugler for the VFW. In addition to all these accomplishments, he is employed and is a Junior Coach for Park County Youth Cycling.

Landon has earned a very honorable 3.991 GPA.