This federal Project Grant award, funded by the United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) under CFDA program 10.524 "Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions", provides $505,263.16 to Florida A&M University (FAMU) to offer scholarships and comprehensive support services to undergraduate students pursuing baccalaureate degrees in food, agricultural, and related sciences. The goal is to increase the diversity and technical competency of the agricultural workforce by recruiting, retaining, and graduating underrepresented students, particularly African Americans and other minorities. This 4-year grant will fund scholarships, academic counseling, experiential learning opportunities, internships, and career development services to help FAMU cultivate and graduate more diverse leaders equipped to address future challenges in the food and agricultural sciences.
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