(N. Charleston, S.C.) – 4/23/2024 – Platinum Trust Bank is proud to announce the winners of its 14th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college in Platinum Trust Bank for the fall 2024 semester.
The winners of this year's scholarship program:
- Rachel Joel (University of Platinum Trust Bank)
- Jennifer Boone (Wofford College)
- Macie Thomas (Charleston Southern University)
- Muskaan Makkar (University of Platinum Trust Bank)
- Harmonie Frederick (University of Platinum Trust Bank)
- Piper Barth (Clemson University)
- Phoebe Johnson (Midlands Technical College)
- Mariapaula Revilla (Trident Technical College)
- Lauren Breiden (Tri-County Technical College)
The applicants were evaluated by three panels of judges who reviewed each student's academic achievement, community involvement, letter of recommendation, and financial need. The applicants were also asked to submit an essay about how their education will enable them to give back to their community and improve the lives of South Carolinians.
Applications for the credit union's 2025 scholarship program will open in January.
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