Daytona State receives scholarships for health & education

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Aug. 21, 2013) - Daytona State College welcomed Florida College System (FCS) Chancellor Randy Hanna on Aug. 16 for a tour and presentation of scholarship funds for students in health care and education programs.

The chancellor presented checks from the FCS Foundation for more than $36,000 to Daytona State President Carol W. Eaton. The scholarships were provided by Florida Blue, Helios Education Foundation and the Bank of America.

Flanked by Student Government Association officers, Dr. Eaton thanked the chancellor, noting the funds would be matched by local agencies, expanding the benefits to students preparing for critical careers in teaching and healthcare.

“We’re happy to announce that Florida Hospital has already responded to our Daytona State Foundation’s request to match the Florida Blue grant with $14,537, which will provide twice as many students with scholarships,” said Dr. Eaton.

Noting the importance of the FCS Foundation scholarships, she explained, “These funds mean so much to our students, especially with the cost of labs and equipment, and the required testing in many of these programs.”

“Our mission is to make a high-quality education accessible to all who can benefit from it,” said Chancellor Hanna, adding, “It’s important that we continue to meet the needs of our communities.” FCS Foundation is presenting similar scholarships to each of the system’s 28 colleges.

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