Minnesota West's Hoff is a Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar

Minnesota West Community & Technical College announces that student Willow Hoff has been named a 2026 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar. Hoff will receive a $1,300 scholarship and a commemorative medallion in recognition of her exceptional academic excellence, leadership and service.

Hoff was nominated by Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Advisor Tyler Wadzinski, who oversees nominations for the Alpha Nu Kappa Chapter, representing every Minnesota West location.

"Being selected for this national award is an impressive accomplishment, especially in light of the many other strong applicants from Minnesota West," Wadzinski said in a press release.

Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars are traditionally celebrated across the country through state-level PTK All-State Academic Team ceremonies. In addition, every 2026 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar, including Hoff, will be recognized on stage during the Parade of Scholars at PTK Catalyst 2026, the international PTK convention scheduled for March 26-28 in Baltimore, Maryland.