The Wayne C. Matthews Continuing Education Award

For an adult student (graduated from high school in the class of 2024 or before). Applicant must be a resident of or employed in Yadkin County and attend Surry Community College, full-time or part-time in a credential-producing program leading to an in-demand occupation. Preference is given to applicants enrolled or planning to attend the Yadkin Campus during their degree/certification program. If awarded, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, technology needs, supplies, or other direct course-related expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses.

This scholarship opportunity is offered to honor Dr. Wayne Matthews, who served as Director of the Yadkin Center at Surry Community College. His family and the entire community remember Dr. Matthews’ life, his contributions, and his tremendous model of servant leadership that he lived into daily throughout the community he loved.

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