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WITC awards $142,580 for fall semester scholarships (May 21, 2021) – WITC’s loyal and generous donors continue to provide important financial assistance to the students WITC serves. The WITC Foundation awarded 357 scholarships for a total of $142,580 toward fall semester scholarships.

“This was a unique year for students,” said Kim Pearson, WITC Foundation executive director. “While many students faced job loss, illness and uncertainty, they continued to persevere and celebrate triumphs. The added support of receiving a scholarship this year gave our students the confidence and ability to press on with their dreams. We are especially thankful for our supporters. We are proud to have provided more than $200,000 this academic year to help student learning through scholarships.”

Scholarships assist students with education- related costs such as tuition, fees, books, classroom supplies and more.

WITC is grateful to all its community partnerships. Your support of the WITC Foundation is essential to student success. For information on how to contribute, visit witc.edu/donate.

WITC will become Northwood Technical College in August 2021. A nationally topranked college and a designated 2020-21 Military Friendly(r) School, WITC serves the educational and career needs of more than 15,000 residents of Northwestern Wisconsin each year. With multiple campuses, WITC offers career-focused associate degree programs, technical diplomas, shortterm certificates, customized business training, and a wide array of courses for personal or career enrichment. WITC is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org). For more information, call 800.243.WITC or visit witc.edu. WITC is an Equal Opportunity/ Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer and Educator.

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