Woburn, MA –, Arborjet is seeking applicants for its 2015 “Taking Root” Scholarship Program. Again this year, 10 graduating high school seniors will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to pursue full-time studies in Forestry, Plant Sciences, Horticulture, Entomology, Environmental Science or a related major at an accredited two-year or four-year college, according to a press release from Arborjet.
"Through Arborjet's “Taking Root” Scholarship Program we recognize dedicated students who have already demonstrated achievement in their communities and schools, and who plan to bring their skills and talents to our industry,” said Russ Davis, President and COO of Arborjet. “Parents, educators and the plant health care community were instrumental in helping us award 'Taking Root' Scholarships to our inaugural group of recipients last year, and we invite them to again join us in encouraging young students to transform their ingenuity and passion into a meaningful career in this exciting industry."
Applicants for Arborjet’s 2015 “Taking Root” Scholarship Program must be graduating U.S. high school seniors who plan to major in a forestry course of study or related major for the entire 2015-16 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university. Interested students and educators can find out more about the Scholarship by visiting Arborjet.com and applying directly at http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/arborjet. The application deadline is June 30, 2015.
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