A regional utility company awards scholarships to outstanding athletes in STEM

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A regional utility company awards scholarships to outstanding athletes in STEM

 
POSTED ON Oct 17, 2024
 

The American Public Power Association recently announced that JEA, a Florida public power utility, presented $4,000 scholarships to 10 female student-athletes at the University of North Florida who are pursuing STEM degrees.

The scholarships were provided at the inaugural UNF Women’s STEM and Athletics Scholarship Luncheon sponsored by JEA.

The event was attended by over 100 guests, including Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and UNF President Moez Limayem.

JEA’s COO, Raynetta Curry Marshall, congratulated the student-athletes and encouraged them to continue inspiring others.

Margaret Limbaugh, a UNF alumna and director of electric production at JEA’s Northside Generating Station, shared her experience in a panel discussion on women and leadership.

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