USDA NextGen scholarship applications available

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Scholarships and internship opportunities for agriculture students are available through the NextGen Program at the University of AV狼论坛 Fairbanks.

Julie Stricker
907-474-5406
July 12, 2024

Students who want to shape the future of food and agriculture can find scholarships through the U.S. Department of Agriculture鈥檚 NextGen Program at the University of AV狼论坛 Fairbanks. 

The NextGen Program, managed by the UAF Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension, offers undergraduate and graduate tuition scholarships of up to $12,000 per semester and paid internships. USDA scholars will participate in events while learning about the diverse career opportunities at the department. 

The goal is to strengthen the USDA鈥檚 future workforce by increasing the number of people from underrepresented groups and regions who are knowledgeable about farming, animals, health and nutrition. UAF is partnering with Arizona State University, Food Corps, Hawai鈥檌 Pacific University and University of Guam in this initiative. 

For more information and to apply, visit /ces/initiatives/nextgen/. 

For more information, contact NextGen coordinator Jay Clapeck at jjclapeck@alaska.edu or 907-474-6203. 

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