Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the 1890 scholarships program…

Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the 1890 scholarships program will allow kentucky state university (KSU) to offer financial support to students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields, increasing student enrollment and retention in these areas. KSU has a range of agriculture courses (including practicum experience) to train students in plant and animal science, human health and environment, global agricultural perspectives, and practicums, as well as the areas of food and fiber, agricultural, renewable natural resources, forestry, and family and consumer sciences. The objectives are to: 1. Increase the number of students who attain baccalaureate degrees in the food and agricultural sciences and related fields at KSU by offering scholarship opportunities; and 2. Support these scholars in their intention to pursue a career in the food and agricultural sciences and related fields to meet the need for a highly skilled food and agricultural systems workforce. A detailed recruitment and selection plan has been developed to offer competitive scholarships, as well as a mentoring program with faculty and student professional groups in agriculture. Students will participate in a range of practicums, internships, and professional development opportunities. A reporting and evaluation plan, with the help of an advisory committee, will assist the selection committee in awarding and tracking of students, as well as provide longitudinal tracking at a career level to ensure students are being trained, retained, graduating, and entering the agricultural careers.