Massimo Falleni Named Roseburg Future First Citizen


Massimo Falleni, a native of Milan, Italy, was named Roseburg High School Foundation’s Future First Citizen Thursday night. Falleni’s award comes with a $10,000 scholarship to the University of his choice, and highlighted RHSF’s Scholarship Night Event at the Rose Theater.

Falleni and his family moved to Roseburg when he was 8 years old. Falleni knew no English when he arrived in Oregon. Raised by his single mother Vanessa, Falleni has grown into a remarkable student with a GPA of 3.9 and a passion for physics and astrophysics. Massimo's academic journey will continue at Villanova or another university, where he plans to major in physics, laying the foundation for his future career in scientific research and his aspiration to become an astrophysicist.

Beyond academics, Massimo is deeply engaged in a variety of activities that showcase his diverse interests and talents. He is an active participant in tennis, soccer, wind ensemble, and jazz band, demonstrating his athleticism and musical abilities. Massimo also serves as the front desk manager and coach at the Umpqua Valley Tennis Center, highlighting his leadership skills and commitment to sports. Additionally, he has volunteered at Umpqua United Soccer Club as head youth representative, showing his dedication to community involvement to improve public parks and facilities.

Massimo's achievements extend beyond the sports field and music hall. He has received numerous honors, including the Academic Feather and Social Studies Award of Excellence. As the President of the RHS chess club, Massimo demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking skills. His dedication to excellence, both academically and in extracurricular activities, lights a pathway for success in his future endeavors.

Falleni and the other Future First Citizen Finalists were interviewed by a panel that included a representative from the Roseburg High School Foundation, and four local business leaders who have donated to the scholarship fund.

The Future First Citizen recognition and scholarship award was initiated for Roseburg High School Seniors approximately 20 years ago. The Roseburg High School Foundation Board assumed oversight of this valued recognition in 2020.

RHS Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Award Winners

The Roseburg High School Foundation announced the distribution of $19,000 in scholarships to 14 deserving students as part of the 2024 Scholarship Night and Future First Citizen Award Event at the Rose Theater Thursday evening, March 7.

The Roseburg High School Foundation is excited to reveal the list of scholarship recipients who will be recognized for their hard work. The scholarships range in size from $500 to $1,500.

Funds for fourteen of the scholarships come from donations to the Foundation. The RHS Foundation additionally oversees additional directly funded scholarships:

The Beal Family Scholarship is supported through a donation from Bob Beal, and a match from State Farm Insurance.

The Class of 1965 Scholarship.

Ross Hansen Memorial Scholarship

Professional Development Scholarship

Following is a list of the 2024 Roseburg High School Foundation Scholarship Winners, including the scholarship they have won, and short biographies of each.

RHS Forever Indian – Based on Essay About Impact RHS Has Had on Student - $1,500 – Madison Juett: Parents Michelle and Jared Juett - 4.0 GPA. College Plans: Attending Brigham Young University to pursue a Nursing Education career.

Beal Family Scholarship – Recognizing Exceptional Contribution and Participation in Roseburg High Athletics - $1,500 – Kaela Klopfenstein: Parents Jennifer and Gary Klopfenstein. 4.0 GPA. College Plans: Pursuing a degree in Dental Medicine - University of Oregon, Oregon State.

Ross Hansen Memorial Scholarship – Presented to Student Pursing Music Education Degree -$1,500 – Judah Sensabaugh: Parents Elise and Timothy Sensabaugh. 4.0 GPA. College Plans: Considering University of Oregon, Berklee College of Music, University of North Texas, Northern Illinois, or University of Nevada-Reno. Area of Study: Hopes to become a professional musician.

State Farm Scholarship - $1,500 – Anathyn Burton: Parents Kelly and Stephen Burton – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: University of Oregon, University of Washington – Area of Study: Journalism

Class of ‘65 Scholarship – Recognizing Excellence in School, Community, and Work Activities - $1,300 – Kate Dammann: Parents Denise and Dan Dammann – GPA: 3.98 – College Plans: Oregon State University, Cal Poly, San Francisco State - Area of Study: Oceanography

Professional Development Scholarship – Presented to Students Pursuing a Medical Degree - $1,000 – Madison Juett: Parents Michelle and Jared Juett - 4.0 GPA. College Plans: Attending Brigham Young University to pursue a Nursing Education career.

Kaela Klopfenstein: Parents Jennifer and Gary Klopfenstein. 4.0 GPA. College Plans: Pursuing a degree in Dental Medicine - University of Oregon, Oregon State University.

Malia Narciso: Parents Marirose and Pedro Narciso – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Gustavus Adolphus College, Oregon State University, UC Davis, North Carolina State University – Area of Study: Veterinarian Degree

RHS Foundation – Recognizing Outstanding Contributions to School, Community, and Work Activities - $1,300 – Elias Malak: Parents Hadeel and Fadi Malak – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: CalTech, MIT, UC Berkeley – Area of Study: Aerospace Engineering

$1,100 – Christina Chi: Parents Louis and Nikki Chi – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Oregon State University, University of Oregon, University of Washington, Rice, Stanford, Boston U, UCLA, UC Berkley, UC San Diego, University of Pennsylvania – Area of Study: Investment Banking, or Law.

$1,100 – Andrew Schnautz: Parents Amanda and Erik Schnautz – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Oregon State University, Colorado State, Arizona State, University of New Mexico – Area of Study: Civil Engineering

$1,100 – Massimo Falleni: Parent Vanessa Moser – GPA: 3.91 – College Plans: George Washington University, American University, Villanova – Area of Study: Physics, Astrophysics.

$1,100 – Malia Narciso: Parents Marirose and Pedro Narciso – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Gustavus Adolphus College, Oregon State University, UC Davis, North Carolina State University – Area of Study: Veterinarian Degree

$1,000 – Heath Reneau: Parents Dawn and Greg Reneau – GPA: 3.95 – College Plans: Brigham Young University – Area of Study: Undecided

$1,000 – Amy Whitney: Parents Jilene and James Whitney – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Oregon State University – Area of Study: Physical Therapist

$500 – Benjamin Cowie: Parents Sara and Stuart Cowie – GPA: 4.0 – College Plans: Baylor, Boice State, BYU – Area of Study: Business, Engineering.

2-Year Foundation Scholarship - $500 – Kamryn Wattman: Parents Halye and Donald Wattman – GPA: 3.6 – College Plans: Umpqua Community College/OHSU – Area of Study: Nursing

Please note: Future First Citizen Award Finalists also applied for RHS Foundation Scholarship Awards and may have received scholarships from both programs.

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