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Woodruff Electric Cooperative Corporation will be awarding $1,000 scholarships to students that will be attending college or technical school in the Fall of 2023. The scholarships will be awarded prior to the 2023 Fall semester.
Applicants must be a graduate of any public or private high school in the counties of Woodruff, Cross, Monroe, St. Francis, Lee, or Phillips or in the town of Des Arc; or be a graduate of home schooling while residing in a household of a Woodruff Electric member. Applicant must also be the child, grandchild or dependent of a Woodruff Electric member. The entire application must be completed in full and received with the appropriate materials in advance of the application deadline.
Selection will be made based on: GPA, transcript, class ranking, ACT/SAT score, extracurricular activities, community services, leadership, honors received, financial need, application statement, and letter of recommendation.
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Glynn Carpenter was manager/CEO of Woodruff Electric Cooperative for 34 years. He and his wife, Mildred, both came from humble beginnings in Ashley County. Mr. Carpenter worked in the electric cooperative system for 53 years, retiring in 2003. Both Glynn and Mildred were strong advocates of higher education. Mr. Carpenter recognized the value of education and encouraged his employees, family and acquaintances to better themselves with learning. In honor of Glynn and Mildred Carpenter, the Board of Directors of Woodruff Electric Cooperative has established the Glynn and Mildred Carpenter Scholarship Program for graduating high school seniors.