The Nebraska Corn Growers Association is now accepting applications for the third class of the Future Leaders in Ag Scholarship Program. The FLAGship Program is a scholarship program for future ag leaders in Nebraska. NeCGA will award up to five $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors or college freshman in the state of Nebraska. This program is open to Nebraska high school seniors or college freshman who are continuing their education in state and pursuing a degree in an ag-related field.
“We have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of applicants in the past two classes,” said Andy Jobman, NeCGA secretary and Grower Services Committee member. “It is exciting to see how many great young people are interested in entering the agricultural field. The future of agriculture is bright with these students at the helm.”
To be eligible for this scholarship students must be a member of NeCGA or the son or daughter of an NeCGA member. The application for the FLAGship Program must include two letters of recommendation, a current resume and proof that the student is continuing their education. The students are also asked to explain why they are seeking a degree in the agricultural field and what issues they feel the ag industry is currently facing.
Applications must be postmarked by March 30. Packets can be mailed to 1111 Lincoln Mall, Suite 308, Lincoln, NE 68508, attn: Scholarship, or emailed to [email protected]. Recipients will be notified in May 2018 and scholarships will be distributed in December 2018. For more information about the scholarship and an application, please visit necga.org or call 402-438-6459.
The Nebraska Corn Growers Association works to create and increase opportunities for Nebraska corn farmers through advocacy, education, partnerships and leadership development. This scholarship is intended to form a solid base for the next generation of ag leaders.