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SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has been selected as a 2023 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship recipient through the Ellucian Foundation. The PATH Scholarship program provides grants to two-year public institutions with a focus on supporting students facing economic hardship.
LLCC received $10,000, which will be distributed to 10 students in the college’s TRIO Student Support Services program who are first generation, low income or have documented disabilities. The scholarships will help them persist in their studies, complete their degree programs and cover items such as tuition, fees, books and other related educational expenses (i.e., tools, classroom supplies, technology).
“Our LLCC TRIO students inspire us every day! We are so appreciative for the assistance from the Ellucian Foundation to further enable students to pursue their academic aspirations and alleviate anxiety about college expenses. Together, we are fostering a generation of bright minds, ready to make a positive impact in our communities and beyond,” said Karen Sanders, vice president, advancement, and executive director, LLCC Foundation.
"Two-year public colleges are at the heart of the U.S. higher education system, serving as educational and career launch pads for students by providing critical skills and access to a wide range of learners,” said Laura Ipsen, president and CEO, Ellucian. “It's imperative that we support these students by mitigating the obstacles that make it difficult to stay in school and develop the skills that are integral to our workforce and society. Through the PATH Scholarship program, we are dedicated to investing in their potential and contributing to their success."
“The Ellucian Foundation believes that every student deserves the opportunity to pursue their educational dreams, regardless of their circumstances,” said Jennifer Welding, executive director of the Ellucian Foundation. “Through the PATH Scholarship program, we aim to empower students to continue their path toward success, despite any financial hardships they may encounter.”
The PATH Scholarship is provided by the Ellucian Foundation, established in 2020 by Ellucian, the leading technology solutions provider for higher education. To date, the PATH Scholarship program has provided more than $2 million in grants. By the end of 2023, more than 2,000 students will have received PATH Scholarships.