Anthony Price and Missy Wegener, Lower Columbia College’s 2026 All Washington Academic Team members, will be recognized at a ceremony in Lacey, WA, on April 23rd.
The program is a showcase for Washington's community and technical colleges because it honors academic high achievers—students who have demonstrated a commitment to success in the classroom and in the communities where they live. This recognition demonstrates the state's commitment to scholarship and community service on the part of those attending the state's public community and technical colleges.
State team members are nominated by their community college presidents. Each All-Washington Academic Team member typically receives a scholarship funded by program sponsors (funding in any given year is determined by program sponsors). The state's public baccalaureate institutions and several private colleges offer scholarships to award-winning transfer students.
Anthony Price is a resilient Computer Science student, currently preparing to transfer to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Balancing academic pursuits with his roles as a single father and primary caregiver for his mother, Anthony manages significant personal responsibilities while maintaining academic excellence. He is passionate about transitioning into software development within the gaming industry, where he aims to combine technical expertise with creative innovation while serving as a role model for his son.
Missy Wegener is a dedicated LPN in a hospital medical/surgical unit. Currently pursuing her RN degree, she plans to earn a BSN from LCC before attending Washington State University for a Master’s in Nursing. Her career goal is to transition into the Intensive Care Unit. A former volunteer with Portland Street Medicine, Missy looks forward to serving her community in an elevated clinical role upon completing her nursing education.