18 Dec Stark County Futures Program Established at Malone University
In an effort to develop more college graduates for Stark County, Malone University has established the Stark County Futures program. Elements of the initiative include career mentoring, connection to a county business leader, scholarship support, and county-wide recognition.
“The Strengthening Stark report shows that Stark County is growing older, poorer, and less educated,” said Malone President David King. “We have established Stark Futures because we take seriously our role as Canton’s University and want to contribute to the betterment of life in our county. Malone graduates are prepared to be leaders and make a difference in their community.”
Upon choosing Malone, high school students will, at the time of deposit, receive:
- Career mentoring from a Malone faculty member as part of the institution’s Pendle Hill Pledge program (www.malone.edu/pendlehill) which seeks to help students connect their calling with their career.
- Mentoring from a recent Malone graduate who is making a difference in Stark County in their chosen profession.
- Support from the Malone University Center for Student Success which provides career resources, academic advising, tutoring, and testing services.
- Scholarships including $1,500 for commuter students and $3,000 for residential students.
- County-wide recognition as a Stark County Futures Student.
- Participation in a service project in the county each semester.
“We believe that Malone University offers Stark County students the best of both worlds,” said Malone University Provost Greg Miller. “They can experience a quality, private education in a residential setting and still be close enough to home to take care of matters that arise in this difficult pandemic season of time. County students choose Malone for small classes, excellent academic programs, and the opportunity to work with faculty who are skilled at the integration of faith and learning. Stark Futures aligns with our desire to produce more college graduates for the region.”
This is a competitive program and space is limited. Interested students can learn more and apply to the program by visiting the program website.