“The Columbia Branch of the National Association of University Women announces that it has received a scholarship grant of $5,000. We are grateful and honored to be able to partner with the Westinghouse Electric Company to continue to provide scholarships to deserving young high school graduates”, said Columbia Branch President, Loranda Melton.
The National Association of University Women (NAUW) is a 501c3 organization that was founded in 1910 in Washington, DC. NAUW, since its inception is a service and educational organization whose mission is to serve women, youth and the disadvantaged in our communities by addressing educational issues, and providing scholarships to deserving youth in pursuit of higher education.
The Columbia Branch of
NAUW has served the Midlands since 1934 and has consistently tried to stimulate and coordinate educational activities that make positive impacts upon the Columbia community and surrounding areas. In 1976, the Columbia Branch extended its influence by organizing a high school girls’ club called the Young University Women (YUW) that would reach out to young girls and
inspire them to continue their education by attending college. Over the last 47 years, the Columbia Branch has awarded hundreds of graduating seniors with scholarships and stipends. According to President Melton, “This generous award from Westinghouse will help us to continue our legacy of service to the youth and the disadvantaged in our communities”.
