COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) is pleased to announce that the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation is again renewing its STEM merit scholarship program for SCICU’s five historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
This renewal marks the third consecutive year Milliken & Company has supported undergraduate STEM majors at SCICU’s five member HBCUs – Allen University, Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College, and Voorhees University. Milliken STEM scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents who are full-time students majoring in STEM academic areas. Awardees must also have demonstrated financial need and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA. A total of $10,000 will be awarded – one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded at each of the five eligible colleges and universities.
“We are delighted to support SCICU’s STEM merit scholarship program,” said Danna Vetter, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Milliken and SCICU board member. “We believe in the limitless potential of these students, and we are eager to see the positive impact of their innovative contributions to our region and our world.”
Through seven decades and a host of programs Milliken has inspired students at SCICU member institutions to embrace Milliken’s commitment to innovation that has a positive impact on people and the world.
“We are extremely grateful for Milliken’s long-standing and generous support of students at SCICU’s member colleges and universities,” said Jeff Perez, SCICU president and CEO. “Milliken has partnered with SCICU since 1956. In those 68 years Milliken’s support of SCICU has totaled more than $4.1 million.”
In 1995, Milliken & Company provided $25,000 in seed money for starting the SCICU Undergraduate Student/Faculty Research Program.
Milliken will again host the SCICU Undergraduate Student/Faculty Research Symposium at their Spartanburg, S.C. Customer Center on February 20, 2025. The annual research symposium culminates more than six months of student research and gives students a professional forum for the presentation of project findings.
About Milliken & Company and the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation
Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a porfoolio with applications across the textile, flooring, specialty chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations.
The Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation harnesses the spirit of Milliken giving to serve the numerous communities where the global manufacturer operates. Positioned as a strategic partner with local reach and high impact, the foundation upholds Milliken’s purpose, values and vision as it provides grants both large and small. Through this lens, the foundation looks to make a positive impact in our communities that will last for generations. Contact millikengives@milliken.com with questions.
About SCICU
SCICU supports and promotes the values of independent higher education in South Carolina through collaboration, governmental advocacy, fundraising, and public engagement so that every student may choose, afford, and earn an independent college education that fits their personal values, professional and social aspirations, and approach to learning. SCICU’s 21 member colleges and universities educate and inspire more than 36,000 students throughout South Carolina. Learn more at scicu.org.
Photo highlights from the SCICU Spring 2024 Board Meeting and Trustee Reception