Deltas for Alcorn, Alumnae Chapter makes $10K gift to the University
Delta’s for Alcorn, Alumnae Chapter makes $10K gift to the University
Over the years, the Alcorn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has remained dedicated to supporting the access and success of students in higher education. The Chapter has donated scholarships to students in Claiborne and Jefferson counties, and on Tuesday, May 22, presented Alcorn President M. Christopher Brown II with a check to create an endowment scholarship fund in the amount of $10,000 through the Alcorn State University Foundation, Inc.
“This endowment will support Alcorn as well as provide scholarships to deserving students in our service areas of Claiborne and Jefferson counties who are enrolled at the University,” shared Chapter President Jessie B. Arnold. “It will also continue to support the educational development thrust of our Five-Point Programmatic Thrust.”
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities. The organization provides an extensive array of public service initiatives through its Five-Point Programmatic Thrust of economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, physical and mental health, and political awareness and involvement.
For information on this and other endowed scholarships available at the University, visit www.alcorn.edu/scholarships or call 601.877.6693.
Pictured: Members of DST with Alcorn President M. Christopher Brown II.
