Emily Ryan, age 17, Bayonne, NJ Emily says, “Without his (Dr. Guthrie’s) research, hard work, and dedication, I would not have such a bright future. He made an impact on thousands of lives, and I hope that I can follow in his footsteps.” With her keen intelligence, talent, and determination,…

Jennifer, who grew up aspiring to be a Guthrie-Koch award winner from the time she was young after reading stories in the newsletter, hopes to go to Pepperdine University in California next year with an undeclared major and a Spanish minor. Her interests are wide-ranging, from the Dance and Film…