21st Century Scholars
Initiated in remembrance of Daisy Fort
The idea of a scholarship program for young people was born in Harlem, New York by philanthropist Eugene Lang. SCC’s 21st Century Scholars program is modeled after Lang’s initiative. The program offers students’ scholarships to Stanly Community College upon successful completion of the program and high school graduation. The scholarships are for two years to SCC and are not transferable to any other institution. The chosen students agree to remain in high school, meet attendance and grade requirements, stay off drugs and alcohol, and graduate from high school.
The Stanly County School system agrees to provide support and assist with skills development through instruction and an advisory system. Stanly Community College agrees to assist students in completing financial aid forms and maintaining close contact with the student through a series of activities that might include campus visits, summer programs and career counseling.
To be selected, a student must be enrolled in a Stanly County Middle school. They must demonstrate academic scholarship or potential for achievement, possess leadership qualities, and participate in community activities. Nominations are made by school personnel.
Honor Benefactor: Dr. W. Davis Fort
Donors:
Dr. and Mrs. Michael R. Taylor
Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Snyder, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Donnie N. Lowder
Mr. and Mrs. Jack D. Phillips
Dr. and Mrs. Francis W. Green
Allen and Nadine Bowers
Bill and Vergie Krimminger
Joyce Turner Morton
Bill and Helen Comber
Gus and Pam Holbrook
Mitchel and Lynda Smith
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Kelley
Elbert L. Whitley, Jr. and JoAnn B. Whitley Joel and Brenda Huneycutt
Mrs. Jackie M. Furr Beeker
Len and Pam Brafford
Stephanie and Emily Sharples
Martha H. Lowder
Dr. and Mrs. H. T. Webb, Jr.
James C. and Cathy F. Bivens
Stanly Community College Faculty and Staff
L. Gordon Miller, Jr. and Nancy Black Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Johnny B. Treece
Tony and Kay Dennis
Robert W. and Claudia Odom