Recipients

Nathaniel Whetsell is a 2021 graduate of Elkins High School. He is the son of Robert and Carol Whetsell of Elkins. He is attending Fairmont State University as a freshman, pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice. Nathaniel has been involved in Boy Scouts – advancing to Eagle Scout – and Civil Air Patrol. Through both organizations, he has been involved in extensive service work. As a member of the Civil Air Patrol, he was trained to operate as a ground team member for search and rescue missions. He was a member of Varsity Cross Country and Varsity Swim Teams, Elkins High School Marching and Concert Bands, and the National Honor Society. During the summer of 2020, he hiked 267 miles of the Allegheny Trail in 24 days. He also worked as a lifeguard for the YMCA. Staying true to moral values is important to Nathaniel, who looks forward to a career in Criminal Justice.