Jelden awarded UNK full-tuition scholarship

Emily Jelden, a 2020 Holyoke High School graduate, is one of 40 students who will receive full-tuition scholarships to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney as members of the Teachers Scholars Academy.

At UNK, Jelden plans to major in elementary education with an emphasis in special education. She is the daughter of Dennis and Linda Jelden.

“Students selected to the Teachers Scholars Academy are part of an elite group,” said academy coordinator Emily DeVall. “Their passion, energy and hard work are noted across campus and in the community.”

In its second year, the Teachers Scholars Academy was created to make college more affordable for prospective educators and grow the teacher workforce in Nebraska. The program is open to incoming freshmen majoring in education.

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