Distinguished Young Women OF Washington


is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholastics, leadership and talent in young women. Earn scholarships for higher education, personally develop through the DYW Life Skills Workshops, and make new friends from around the state.


Learn more

Photo of Sydney Ohlemann
Sydney Ohlemann
Distinguished Young Woman of Washington for 2024
State Program Information

Class of 2024 Program

Date TBA

Where:
Location TBA

Tickets:
$TBA for Preliminaries on Date and Time TBA
$TBA for Finals on Date and Time TBA

Life-Changing Experience

College scholarships are awarded at the state level and millions in college-granted scholarships are available nationally. The state representative will advance to the national program for the opportunity to compete for cash tuition scholarships. To participate, you must be in your junior of high school. Participants are evaluated in the areas of: scholastics, interview, talent, self-expression, and fitness.


Apply Now

2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Washington

Photo of Sydney Ohlemann
Sydney Ohlemann
FromRoslyn
University PreferenceUniversity of Washington - Foster School of Business
Career GoalBusiness Executive/Business Owner. After completing college in Finance and Entrepreneurship and gaining experience, I aspire to start a company that serves a key need and aligns with my passions.

2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Washington

Photo of Sydney Ohlemann
Sydney Ohlemann
From
Roslyn

University Preference
University of Washington - Foster School of Business

Career Goal
Business Executive/Business Owner. After completing college in Finance and Entrepreneurship and gaining experience, I aspire to start a company that serves a key need and aligns with my passions.

Achievements:
Cle Elum Roslyn High School Valedictorian for Senior Class of 2024All American Cheerleader - UCACertificate of Mathematics Achievement in Pre-CalculusCle Elum Roslyn High School Varsity Cheer WIAA 2B Academic State ChampionsMost Spirited Cheerleader (2023)Toughest Cheerleader (2022)Most Improved Cheerleader (2021)Honor Roll (2019 – 2024)Varsity Letter for Cheer (2020 – 2024)Varsity Letter for Golf (2023)

Activites:
Varsity Football Cheer (2020-2024)Varsity Basketball Cheer (2020-2024) Suncadia Employee - Recreation AttendantInteract Club - Social Media Chair Key Club Weightlifting Varsity Golf Singing GuitarSkiing and Snowboarding

Additional:
Supported & publicized blood drive for the American Red CrossCrafted handmade blankets for the Seattle Children’s HospitalFacilitate welcoming guests and asking for donations at Suncadia Community Harvest FestivalSet up decorations and craft musical instruments with children at The Ellensburg Make Music Day EventHost and serve seated members of the Sons and Daughters of Italy Committee

2025 State Participants

Photo of Holly Heitstuman
Holly Heitstuman
CityUniontown
University PreferenceUndecided (4 year university)
Career GoalAgriculture
TalentMonologue
Photo of Lexi Jacques
Lexi Jacques
CityCoulee City
University Preference
Career GoalCosmetology
TalentVocal Presentation
Photo of Karly Wigen
Karly Wigen
CityColfax
University PreferenceUniversity of Montana
Career GoalChildren's Counselor
TalentSinging
Photo of Allison Wood
Allison Wood
CityPullman
University PreferenceWSU or Undecided
Career GoalDental Hygienist
TalentDance
Follow Distinguished Young Women of Washington