Hometown: Huntsville

School: Huntsville High School

Grade point average: 4.15 weighted

College plans: Aerospace and mechanical engineering at Oklahoma State University

Honors and awards: University of Rochester Bausch & Lomb science award; AP scholar; quiz bowl, regional MVP, all-region and all-state

Extracurricular activities and community service: Academic Competitive Team; quiz bowl; National Honor Society treasurer; Competitive Acting and Speaking Troupe treasurer; aide to Madison County Clerk’s Office during elections; after-school tutor

Why this student: “Ryan is known as a poised, highly responsible, widely respected young man within the school and throughout the commu-nity. His integrity, academic talents, goal directedness and personable manner promise tremendous success in life for him.” — Anna Chappell, counselor, Huntsville High School