May 11, 2015
WICHITA, Kan. – Flint Hills Resources has awarded more than $200,000 in scholarships to over 100 graduating high school seniors to help them continue their education. Scholarship recipients are from communities near Flint Hills Resources’ facilities in the Midwest and Texas.
Scholarship recipients are selected based on academic performance, leadership ability and entrepreneurial skills. In addition, recipients intend to pursue careers in math, science, engineering, agriculture or related fields.
“We are so pleased to support these exceptional students and help them fulfill their educational goals,” said Phil Gaarder, Flint Hills Resources executive vice president of operations. “Each scholarship recipient has demonstrated leadership qualities both in the classroom and in their communities. We commend them on their accomplishments and wish them all the best in their future endeavors.”
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