Cutter Aviation Celebrates Bill Cutter Memorial Scholarship Recipients

PRESCOTT, AZ – Cutter Aviation proudly awarded 10 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students the Bill Cutter Memorial Scholarship.

Each student has fulfilled the requirements requested by both Embry-Riddle and Cutter Aviation and has worked very hard within their business aviation majors. They are recognized for their devotion to the industry and their education.

“We want to celebrate and award students who are dedicated and making strides within general aviation,” said Will Cutter, President and CEO. “Cutter Aviation is very proud to work with a school that is bringing forth the next generation of aviators.”

A breakfast celebration was held on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at Cutter Aviation’s location within the Prescott Regional Airport. Students and guests heard from Dr. Thomas Drape, Dean of the College of Business, Security and Intelligence, and Will Cutter. They were given a tour of the FBO and maintenance facilities.

About the Bill Cutter Memorial Scholarship:

The Bill Cutter Memorial Scholarship was created in 2018 by Will Cutter, serving as a tribute to William “Bill” Cutter, a passionate and long-time aviator. This scholarship honors his legacy by supporting students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University who display outstanding dedication to an education in business aviation.

Meet the Scholarship Recipients:  

Aidan McGlasson
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
Massachusetts
Aidan is an elected officer of the American Association of Airport Executives and a member of the Aviation and Business Networking Club.

Timothy Gelfer
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
Nevada
Timothy is the President of the American Association of Airport Executives and Vice-President of the Aviation Business Networking Club.

Samuel Low
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
California
Samuel is a current team member of the Golden Eagles Flight Team and the Civil Air Patrol First Sergeant Squadron 13.

Mark-George Soerheide
Academic Plan: PC BS Global Business and Supply Chain Management
Arizona
Mark-George is the head of fundraising for the Eagle Aero Sport and Bowling Clubs.

Shane Begly
 Academic Plan: PC BS Business Administration
Hawaii
Shane is an American Association of Airport Executives member and the intramural soccer team captain.

Paul Fulop
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
Arizona
Paul is a student-athlete competing on the university’s soccer team.

Faith Vasquez
Academic Plan: PC BS Global Business and Supply Chain Management
Colorado
Faith serves as the secretary for the Future Business Leaders of America and is a member of the Rock-Climbing Club.

Joel Harper
Academic Plan: PC BS Global Business and Supply Chain Management
Arizona
Joel helped found Going Global Solutions and enjoys volunteering within the community.

Justin Lenzie
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
Arizona
Justin has an Associate of Science in Avionics degree and plans to pursue a Master of Business.

Kyla Ramos
Academic Plan: PC BS Aviation Business Admin
Hawaii
Kyla is a current American Association of Airport Executives member, the Aviation Business Networking Club, and the Eagle Volleyball Club.

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