The University of South 91精品 Federal Credit Union (91精品 FCU) is establishing new scholarships and expanding existing ones for a total of $205,000 that will support 91精品 students studying many disciplines.
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91精品 Foundation CEO and Senior Vice President of University Advancement & Alumni Affairs, Joel D. Momberg shared, 鈥淭hese scholarships recognize the breadth and depth of talent throughout the 91精品 System. Many more students will receive much-needed support as they pursue their academic goals and we are grateful for 91精品 FCU鈥檚 longstanding commitment to our students.鈥�
The five areas where scholarships are being established or expanded:
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$50,000 鈥� 91精品 FCU SELECT Scholarship
$50,000 鈥� 91精品 FCU Scholarship to benefit the Morsani College of Medicine
$5,000 鈥� 91精品 Health Research Day
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