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Marvin receives USDA NextGen scholarship

 

by: University of Alaska Fairbanks
Published: January 20, 2025

 

FAIRBANKS, AK...University of Alaska Fairbanks student Roman Marvin of Huntington Beach has been awarded a NextGen scholarship from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

In 2024, the NextGen Program awarded 55 scholarships worth a total of $525,000 to undergraduate and graduate students at UAF.

More than 83% of the NextGen funds were allocated to underrepresented or first-generation college students, underscoring the USDA's dedication to promoting diversity and equity in agricultural education.

Through these scholarships, the NextGen Program supports and equips scholars with knowledge and opportunities. This includes participation in events like the annual Alaska Farm Bureau conference in November, where students could explore careers in agriculture.

Additional information about the program is available online.