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RENEWABLE FUELS FOUNDATION SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR ITS NAT'L ETHANOL CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIPS
Oct. 29, 2024
Source: Renewable Fuels Association news release
The Renewable Fuels Foundation is now offering scholarships for college students interested in attending the annual National Ethanol Conference, taking place Feb. 17-19 in Nashville, Tenn. Members of RFA's Young Professionals Network are also eligible for consideration. The foundation was established to help meet the education, research and strategic planning needs of the U.S. fuel ethanol industry.
Now in its 16th year, the program is named in honor of Robert "Bob" Sather, an educator who helped found RFA member company Ace Ethanol in Wisconsin. Sather was a past chairman of the Renewable Fuels Foundation. The aim of the Bob Sather Memorial Scholarship is to reach young adults aspiring to a career related to ethanol and open doors and present new perspectives on ethanol's place in our world today and beyond. The program provides eligible applicants with opportunities to hear from, and engage with, top industry leaders, policymakers, and academic and technical experts.
"We're happy to be able to again provide scholarships to help introduce a new generation to the ethanol industry via time spent at the country's top ethanol industry event," said Neal Kemmet, chairman of the Renewable Fuels Foundation and president and general manager for Ace Ethanol. "Students and young professionals will have an excellent opportunity to learn and network as they prepare for meaningful careers tied to renewable fuels. We strongly recommend this program to any student studying in ethanol-related fields, and to any young professional in the industry."
The scholarships cover the registration fee, hotel, and up to $500 in airfare, and a limited number will be awarded. Interested college students are asked to submit a 500-word essay explaining how their attendance at the NEC will help them achieve future goals. They should also submit a letter of recommendation and an up-to-date resume. Interested members of YPN need to complete the application questions and provide a resume and letter of recommendation from a supervisor or someone else familiar with their qualifications. YPN scholarships are limited to one per company.
Click here for complete application details and to apply. Applications are due January 9.
Pictured: Some of last year's scholarship winners visit with RFA and RFF leadership at the 2024 National Ethanol Conference in San Diego.
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