Presbyterian College president surprises high school senior with a full-tuition scholarship
She’d just interviewed for Presbyterian College’s prestigious Griffith Scholarship that would cover her full cost of tuition, fees, room and board. “I was trying to keep my hopes low.”Presbyterian College was the only private college Stanley considered. VandenBerg’s visit to Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, Virginia, was a surprise orchestrated by Stanley’s pastor, Andrew Whaley, and her family. Two high school seniors are selected by Presbyterian College each year Read more ...
Growing up undocumented and queer, he turned art into activism • the Hi-lo
Today, the same image has been reimagined for a statewide Undocumented Students Support E-Handbook that provides resources and support for students who are navigating being undocumented while pursuing higher education. “This high school student went through community college and eventually transferred, she got her master’s degree and you see the community behind her,” said Salgado. He credits his college journey to teachers and counselors who tried their best to help Read more ...
Madison Shorey wins Coca-Cola scholarship - Waldo County VillageSoup
BELFAST — Madison Shorey of Belmont, a senior at Belfast Area High School, has won a $20,000 college scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. Madison, the daughter of Sam and Belinda Shorey, was one of 150 students selected from a pool of 68,000-plus applicants from across the country. Winners not only exemplify superior leadership, service and academics; they are also change agents, positively affecting others in their communities, according to Read more ...
Classmates taunted, nicknamed me for targeting first class, now it’s paying off –Otoko, Rivers maths graduate with 5.0 CGPA
What informed your decision to study mathematics in the university? I was really intentional and serious about it but I can’t really say others didn’t give their best too. So, in essence, I can’t really say there was any special thing I did differently. I had to cut down on my social life and be determined to achieve my goals. I gave more time to learning and gave less to Read more ...
Concerns after NZ Uyghur Fulbright scholar subjected to walkout, 'bullying' at US university
“We have a lot of the Chinese students exiting the room, Congresswoman, just to let you know,” a university staff member can be heard saying. NurMuhammad describes the events differently, and says the walkout and email was an overt attempt at censoring or silencing her. “Others have expressed worry that Chinese students are not welcome at Cornell,” the email continues. This incident, a group of Chinese students walking out as Read more ...
Baylor's Dr Pepper Hour Tour Kicks Off Spring Tour with Monday, Tuesday Stops at Vanguard, MCC
As part of the Dr Pepper Hour Tour, a bright gold Baylor-branded Dr Pepper Hour truck-and-trailer combo will greet prospective students at their respective high schools when classes dismiss for the day. Dr Pepper Hour – a tradition of Baylor University since 1953 – is embarking on a statewide high school tour to deliver the sweet experience of Dr Pepper floats alongside the excitement of being a part of the Read more ...
NM launches push to boost nursing schools
For nursing students, the state appears to see little “brain drain” – or exodus of young talent – when they graduate. The new funding “definitely will help,” Christine Kasper, dean of the UNM College of Nursing, said in an interview. The budget package also includes $15 million for expanding enrollment at college nursing programs, money that could go toward the construction or expansion of simulation laboratories. Sen. Gerald Ortiz y Read more ...
With Fewer Enology Majors, Fresno State Looks at Adding Wine Marketing Program
But the university also gained about a dozen students who are double majoring in viticulture and enology, Nef said. The Department of Agriculture Business is teaming with the Department of Viticulture and Enology to examine the possibility of such a program at Fresno State, he said. Fresno State has a long history of wine-grape production and winemaking, with a 120-acre vineyard and bonded winery on campus. Related Story: Award-Winning Winemaker, Read more ...
ACC celebrates 50 years of nurturing students
ACC celebrates 50 years of nurturing studentsMarch 18, 2022 | Sarah [email protected], CT – For the past half-century, Asnuntuck Community College (ACC) has been providing a place for people to earn their associates degrees. “We want people to stay on campus,” said Julie Cotnoir, College Career Pathways coordinator and Public Relations director. It is the only community college in Connecticut to have a broadcasting radio station with original content, WACC Read more ...
SWE Community Spotlight: Late Career & Retiree Affinity Group - All Together
For the month of March, we are excited to highlight SWE’s Late Career & Retiree (LCR) Affinity Group, a Business & Interests AG. For the SWE Late Career & Retiree Affinity Group, “ReFIRED” means we continue to be fired up for life. Get to know the Late Career & Retiree Affinity Group! What are the overall goals of the Late Career & Retiree Affinity Group? Where would you direct those Read more ...
