Hannibal-LaGrange University equips students with a foundation in business principles and industry-specific knowledge, preparing them for careers in the poultry industry and other related fields.
These funds represent an evolution from telling students about the opportunities available to them, to involving them in the poultry industry and showing students the kind of roles they can expect to attain within the poultry industry.
North Carolina-based Wilkes Community College is positioned to provide students with an entry into the poultry industry, as several large companies are located in the region.
Foundation presents $7,000 grant to Wilkes Community College, allowing them to recruit high school students into their poultry program, raise awareness of the career options available and more.