UK Alumni Association awards nearly 200 scholarships
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 1, 2024) — The University of Kentucky Alumni Association recently honored 195 students who will receive scholarships totaling $300,665 in the 2024-25 academic year during its annual Scholarship Dinner, Sept. 20 at the Gatton Student Center. These scholarships were made possible through the generosity of the UK Alumni Association, local alumni clubs and individual alumni scholarship funds.
The event brought together both scholarship recipients and donors, offering a meaningful opportunity for them to connect. Donors were able to hear firsthand how their support is impacting students, while recipients had the chance to personally express their gratitude. Attendees heard remarks from UK Alumni Association President Rob Crady, UK Vice Provost Jana Jasinski, 2024 Joseph T. Burch Young Alumni Service Award Winner Michaela Taylor and UK Alumni Ambassadors President Jacob Grider.
A video presentation featured several scholarship recipients expressing gratitude to donors for their support through scholarships.
To learn more about the UK Alumni Association scholarship program, visit www.ukalumni.net/scholarships.
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