Chancellor University awards two scholarships to working adults

Chancellor University awards two scholarships to working adults

Two marketing students enrolled in the marketing program at Chancellor University in Cleveland, Ohio, have been awarded the Garret A. Morgan scholarship.

The scholarship honors Garrett Augustus Morgan, Sr., an American inventor who patented a traffic signal system that serves as basis of modern traffic lights.

The award bearing his name is intended to acknowledge the inventor's influence in engineering, entrepreneurship and intellectual curiosity by rewarding students who mirror Morgan's spirit in their work, studies and everyday lives.

Candidates for the scholarships were required to have a GPA of 3.25 or higher, be distinguished in their communities and demonstrate an entrepreneurial drive. Applicants also submitted essays and underwent personal interviews.

The applications were reviewed by a search committee that selected two marketing and sales professionals over the age of 40 to receive the awards. Sandra Morgan, university trustee and granddaughter of Garrett A. Morgan, presented each winner with $5,000 to put toward tuition.

Dr. George Kidd, president of the university, said the scholarships support the university's mission to "provide a quality education to working adults in the Cleveland area."

Business professionals wishing to further their education while continuing to work may consider enrolling in online MBA programs.