Savannah Wuebben

Erie, IL

The Millie Moo Foundation Scholarship Recipient

The Millie Moo Foundation is proud to announce Savannah Wuebben as the inaugural recipient of the Millie Moo Foundation Scholarship from Erie High School.

Savannah plans to attend the University of Illinois to pursue a career as a registered dietitian. Growing up in a family rooted in agriculture, she developed a passion for nutrition and community health, with the goal of using her education to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

Scholarship Q&A with Savannah

What does receiving the Millie Moo Foundation Scholarship mean to you?

Receiving the Millie Moo Foundation Scholarship is truly an honor. I am incredibly grateful to be selected as the first recipient of this scholarship. Knowing that this sch olarship was created to support students pursuing careers in agriculture makes it even more meaningful to me. It gives me confidence as I begin my journey toward becoming a registered dietitian and motivates me to continue working hard so that, eventually, I can come back and serve the community that has shaped me.

What inspired you to pursue a future in agriculture? 

Specifically, my grandpa, Marlin Riewerts, and his dedication to our family beef and grain farm inspired me to pursue a future in agriculture. Growing up around my mom's side of the family allowed me to see the hard work, commitment, and knowledge required to maintain a successful farm. Running around our farm with my grandmother, Sylvia Riewerts, allowed me to identify all of our farmland. I learned the importance of each field and the locations of our bull barns. I only learned these things by being a curious child. My Grandma Riewerts never failed to answer my questions. Asking how our cattle grew the way they did sparked my curiosity about how nutrition impacts livestock. As I explored agricultural nutrition and the career opportunities it could provide, I ultimately decided to pursue an education in agriculture.

What advice would you give to younger students interested in agriculture?

My advice would be to stay curious and never be afraid to ask questions. Some of the most valuable lessons I learned came from listening to the experiences and stories of farmers and others involved in agriculture. Their personal stories taught me things that could never be fully explained in a textbook. By staying engaged and eager to learn, anyone can discover how many opportunities and career paths agriculture has to offer.

Savannah's commitment to service, education, and strengthening her community embodies the spirit of the Millie Moo Foundation. We are honored to name her as the very first recipient of this scholarship from Erie, IL and cannot wait to see all that she accomplishes.