Denmark Technical was recently selected by Ellucian as one of 25 Title IV-eligible two-year public community and technical colleges across the United States to receive a 2020 PATH Scholarship from more than 160 community college applicants. PATH, which stands for Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving and Hope, donates scholarship funds to colleges who then award financial support to students experiencing economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 is hitting community colleges particularly hard, which led Ellucian to develop the PATH Campaign and Scholarship Fund, in June.
“The pandemic is putting intense economic pressure on some of the most vulnerable student populations. We want to ensure that no student has to put their education on hold as they confront today’s challenges,” said Ellucian President and CEO Laura Ipsen.
Denmark Technical College received $20,000 which will be distributed among 26 students, with awards ranging from $500 to $2000. The scholarships will help with tuition, room and board, books, transportation and other costs associated with higher education.
“We are just so thankful to Ellucian for their generosity during this difficult time. Thanks to these funds, we have been able to help dozens of students who may not have otherwise been able to pursue their educational goals this coming semester. Ellucian is a valued educational partner and we feel blessed to have their support,” said Denmark Technical College President and CEO Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr.
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Denmark Technical College is a two-year HBCU in rural Bamberg County, South Carolina. Denmark Tech serves over 500 students with a focus on technical career training, associates degrees and a four-year college transfer program.
