AT&T Makes Scholarship Contribution to Support Veterans, Families - Wayne Community College | Goldsboro, NC

AT&T Makes Scholarship Contribution to Support Veterans, Families

AT&T is helping military veterans and their families through a $2,500 donation to the Foundation of Wayne Community College for its scholarship program.

John Lyon, AT&T regional director for external affairs, accompanied by Wayne County Commissioner and WCC Trustee Wayne Aycock, recently presented the contribution to Foundation Executive Director Adrienne Northington and Foundation Chair Bill Hunter.

“In today’s world, perhaps more than ever before, education is essential for successful future,” Aycock said. “It is particularly important for service members who are preparing to transition to a civilian career. I am so appreciative for the commitment and professionalism of the faculty and staff of Wayne Community College, who are making a difference for students and their families every day.”

For almost 60 years, WCC has offered quality educational opportunities and workforce preparedness. Today it provides more than 70 programs that offer degrees, diplomas, and certificates, as well as continuing education options. A variety of scholarships, in addition to other forms of financial aid, are available to assist students seeking to continue their education.

“Without scholarships, many students’ dreams of getting a higher education would be nearly impossible,” Northington said. “When local individuals and businesses support the Foundation and the scholarships it provides, it sends a strong message of encouragement to our students, that people believe in them and in their potential for success. We are thankful for the support of community leaders like Mr. Aycock in helping students prepare for the next step in their life’s journey.”

“Not only does AT&T have a long tradition of supporting America’s veterans and military personnel, but we understand that there is no better way to make a lasting difference in a community than by helping support the education of its young people,” Lyon said. “That’s why we are excited about the opportunity to support Wayne Community College and its students.”

AT&T Regional Director for External Affairs John Lyon (far right) accompanied by Wayne County Commissioner and WCC Trustee Wayne Aycock (far left), recently presented a $2,500 contribution to Foundation of Wayne Community College Executive Director Adrienne Northington (center left) and Foundation Chair Bill Hunter (center right) for scholarships for military veterans and their families.
AT&T Regional Director for External Affairs John Lyon (far right) accompanied by Wayne County Commissioner and WCC Trustee Wayne Aycock (far left), present a $2,500 contribution to Foundation of Wayne Community College Executive Director Adrienne Northington (center left) and Foundation Chair Bill Hunter (center right) for scholarships for military veterans and their families.

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AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, mobile, high speed Internet and voice services. We’re the world’s largest provider of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. We offer the best global coverage of any U.S. wireless provider*. And we help businesses worldwide serve their customers better with our mobility and highly secure cloud solutions.

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About Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, it serves 14,000 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry, and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 70 college credit programs. WCC’s mission is to meet the educational, training, and cultural needs of the communities it serves.

About the Foundation of Wayne Community College
The Foundation awarded 569 scholarships worth more than $367,000 for the summer 2015, fall 2015, and spring 2016 semesters. In addition to raising and dispersing funds for scholarships, it provides funding for innovative campus projects and employee recognition, and offers cultural programs for the community.

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