Thursday, March 31, 2011

Three community scholarships awarded for BCCC

Three students were awarded the Community Scholarship to attend Beaufort County Community College this spring. Chosen for the award were George Allen Burgess, Paul Frances Galland, Jr., and Brittany Michelle Midgette.

Burgess, 51, of Washington, is a student in BCCC’s Medical Laboratory Technology Program. A graduate of Washington High School, he plans to work at a local hospital after completing his studies at BCCC. Burgess is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Burgess and has one child.

Galland, 19, also of Washington, is a student in BCCC’s Computer Information Technology Program. A graduate of Washington High School, Galland plans to pursue additional studies in computer programming and business administration after graduating from BCCC. He is the son of Paul and Nina Galland of Washington.

Midgette, 21, also of Washington, is a student in BCCC’s Associate Degree Nursing Program. A graduate of Washington High School, Midgette also holds a diploma in cosmetology. She is the daughter of Willie Mennia and Mike Hodges of Washington. Midgette is employed as a cashier and receptionist at Pecheles Ford-Toyota in Washington. She plans to work as a nurse after graduating from BCCC.

The scholarship is awarded by the Beaufort County Community College Foundation from funds raised by the foundation’s annual golf tournament and from contributions from individuals members of the foundation’s Board of Directors.


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