Project Grant 20247041843237

Award Date 7/15/24
Completion Date 7/14/28
Dollars Obligated $505K
Federal Grant Program
10.524
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Frankfort, KY 40601, USA
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The key objectives of this grant are to increase the number of students attaining degrees in food and agricultural sciences at KSU by providing scholarship opportunities, and to support these scholars in pursuing careers in these vital fields to meet workforce needs. KSU will implement a comprehensive program including scholarships, academic counseling, experiential learning, internships, and professional development to recruit, retain, and graduate underrepresented minority students, particularly African Americans, in critical agricultural and scientific disciplines.

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