Sippican Lands Trust is pleased to announce the 2025 recipient of the Richard I. and Helen A. Arthur Scholarship. This award is given to a high school senior or a student in their first or second year of college who is a Marion resident, with a preference towards students interested in the environment, conservation, or a related field of study.
The scholarship is made available through the Sippican Lands Trust Scholarship Fund. This award was created and named after Richard I. “Dick” (1933-2018) and Helen Adams Arthur (1940-2008), who were beloved residents of Marion and long-time volunteers with the organization. Dick and Helen were deeply committed to preserving Marion’s beautiful open spaces.
Sippican Lands Trust is delighted to announce Elizabeth Houdelette from Old Rochester Regional High School (ORR) as this year’s award recipient. Elizabeth stood out as an exceptional applicant, demonstrating intellectual curiosity through rigorous academics and leadership in student government, as well as on the tennis court and hockey field. She also gives back to her community—coaching youth field hockey, serving as a peer tutor and an active member of ORR’s Community Service Club, and volunteering regularly at Damien’s Pantry in Wareham.
Elizabeth’s passion for biology was particularly compelling, especially her insight into the connection between environmental and human health. While she aspires to be a physician’s assistant, we are confident her knowledge, drive, and talent will open many doors for this promising young scientist.
Sippican Lands Trust wishes Elizabeth continued success in her future endeavors.