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Associated Press
an hour ago
- Business
- Associated Press
New scholarship opportunity offers affordable option for Mississippi college students to earn degree
University of Southern Mississippi and Pearl River Community College announced Wednesday a new coastal pathways scholarship that will give graduates of the two-year school a way to complete their bachelor's degree at USM. The collaboration announced at USM's Gulf Park campus in Long Beach is part of a regional initiative to boost education access and add job opportunities to the Mississippi Gulf Coast region. In May, USM held a similar event with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The partnership with the community colleges is also part of a larger effort to boost USM's enrollment, which continues to decline with only 564 students enrolled in the Gulf Park campus last fall, according to data from the school's Office of Institutional Research. 'This scholarship pathway represents more than just financial support — it's about creating opportunities for student success,' Joe Paul, president of USM, said in a press statement. 'By partnering with Pearl River Community College, we're building a direct and affordable route for students to continue their education and make meaningful contributions to our coastal communities.' The scholarship offers $5,000 annually to qualified PRCC transfer students, according to the press release. To qualify for the coastal scholarship students must meet the following criteria: Students must also enroll in at least 15 credit hours per semester, including a minimum of nine credit hours of face-to-face instruction on the Gulf Park campus, and maintain a 2.5 GPA to remain eligible. 'These pathways not only open doors for individual students but also have a significant economic impact on our coastal communities,' Adam Breerwood, president of PRCC, said in a statement. 'By investing in education, we are cultivating a skilled workforce that can contribute to local businesses and stimulate growth in various sectors.' For more information on the application process and eligibility, students are encouraged to visit the Gulf Park Coastal Pathways Scholarship website. ___ This story was originally published by Mississippi Today and distributed through a partnership with The Associated Press.
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
UnitedAg's Sponsored Agribusiness Education Foundation Opens 2025–2026 Scholarship Applications
2025-26 AEF Scholarship Application Now Open! Irvine, July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Agribusiness Education Foundation (AEF), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded by UnitedAg, is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2025–2026 scholarship program. Since 1989, UnitedAg has awarded scholarships to support the educational goals of its members, their employees, and their dependents. In 2000, UnitedAg expanded its commitment to education by establishing AEF to provide greater financial assistance, business skills training, and leadership development opportunities to the agricultural community. To date, AEF has awarded more than $2 million in educational grants to over 1,200 students pursuing college, university, and vocational studies. The scholarship programs are open exclusively to students affiliated with active UnitedAg member companies. For the upcoming academic year, AEF will award a total of $86,000 in scholarships for students pursuing academic and professional degrees, and an additional $10,000 for students seeking vocational certifications in agriculture-specific fields. The application window is now open and will close on December 31, 2025. 'We are honored to continue investing in the future of agriculture by supporting students who are working hard to build a brighter tomorrow,' said Kirti Mutatkar, CEO of UnitedAg. 'Education, leadership, and opportunity are cornerstones of our mission, and AEF plays a key role in making that vision a reality.' Apply Now Students interested in applying for the 2025–2026 scholarship program can visit: About UnitedAg: UnitedAg is a member-owned agricultural trade association dedicated to providing comprehensive health benefits, fostering the next generation of agricultural leaders, and advocating for members' interests with lawmakers. Our mission is to support the sustainability and success of our members and the agricultural sector through tailored health benefits, leadership development, and legislative advocacy. Currently, we operate in California and Arizona, with planned expansion into Oregon and Colorado. For more information about AEF and its programs, please visit For more information about UnitedAg's scholarship programs, please contact Jessica Lopez at 800.223.4590 or jlopez@ Attachment 2025-26 AEF Scholarship Application Now Open! CONTACT: Maribel Ochoa UnitedAg 7146155583 mochoa@ while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Longhorns safety Michael Taaffe shares his story with Texas Exes in Tyler
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — One of the best stories in college football has been Texas Longhorn safety Michael Taafe, who went from walk-on to one of the leaders on the Texas defense. Michael Taaffe honors those who died at Camp Mystic with special tie during SEC Media Days On Saturday, he was in East Texas, getting another chance to share his journey. It was all part of the annual Texas Exes Tyler-Smith County Chapter scholarship dinner, hosted at the Hollytree Country Club. This event helps raise money for East Texas students. Every year, they invite a special guest speaker, but Taaffe is the first ever current football player to take part in this ceremony. Taafe, who played high school ball for Austin Westlake, committed to Rice in 2020, but decided to go to U-T when they offered him a walk-on spot on the 40 acres. He excelled in his red-shirt freshman season and earned a scholarship before the Alamo Bowl. Since then, he has been an integral piece in bringing the Longhorns program back to prominence, and an example of what can be accomplished when you take a chance on yourself. He was also grateful for this opportunity and excited to be here in the pineywoods. Taaffe and the Longhorns will open the 2025 season with a rematch against last year's national champions, as Texas travels to Columbus, Ohio, to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes. OSU knocked Texas out of the college football playoff in the semifinal round last year. These two will kick the season off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30, and you can see all the action on FOX51. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nebraska 8-man QB receives Big Ten offer
A team in the Big Ten Conference has noticed Nebraska high school football prospect Wyatt Frey. And it isn't his in-state school. Northwestern offered the 2027 prep a scholarship earlier this week, as the Lawrence-Nelson High School star looks to continue to add to his resume. Frey, who competes in 8-man football in Nebraska, was a quarterback and defensive starter for the Raiders, throwing for almost 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns while adding another 1,258 yards and 19 scores on the ground. On defense, he recorded 44 tackles and picked off six passes. In 2023, Frey played for Red Cloud High School where he threw for over 1,500 yards with 31 touchdowns. MORE: Former Nebraska standout, Iowa prep credits Matt Rhule with getting him ready for the NFL Despite playing in the lower classification, Frey stands out, as he is 6-foot-5 and over 200 pounds. He was an all-state honorable mention selection in basketball as both a freshman and sophomore. Frey has spent the summer at several camps, including one hosted by the Wildcats. MORE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS NEWS: Hawkeyes receive in-state commit from top high school wrestler Iowa lands key Tennessee basketball prospect for Class of 2025 Treynor pitcher decommits from Iowa softball program
Fox News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Fox News
Trump responds to death of congressional intern: 'Eric will be held in my heart'
Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kan., and The Fund for American Studies President Roger Ream remember 21-year-old Eric Tarpinian-Jachym as a 'great person' and 'intelligent young man' and share details on the scholarship started in his name.
