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The Foundation at Monroe County Community College has awarded the John “Corky” Hancock scholarship to Gregory White. The $2,000 scholarship is to be used for tuition, fees and books.
White, of Newport, is a 2018 graduate of Jefferson High School. He is studying nuclear engineering technology at MCCC. Gregory is the son of Jared and Heather.
To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must be pursuing an associate of applied science degree from any skilled trades program in the Applied Science and Engineering Technology Division. Preference will be given to a student with financial need.
Catherine Teifer established the scholarship in memory of her late husband, Corky, who passed away in 2015. She believes the scholarship is an accurate way to reflect his life by assisting students who are pursuing an education and career in the skilled trades. Corky worked as a tool and die apprentice and later took over the helm of Hancock Enterprises, Inc., an 80-year-old metal manufacturing company as CEO following the passing of the company’s founder and his father, John, Sr. “Corky believed that
work in the skilled trades is a benchmark for success in our country,” Teifer said. “Without individuals working in the skilled trades, we would not survive. Students need to remember there are many paths to success, including the skilled trades.”
For more information on available scholarships and financial aid, visit https://www.monroeccc.edu/financial-aid or contact the MCCC Financial Aid Office at (734) 384-4135. If you are interested in information about funding a scholarship, contact The Foundation at MCCC at (734) 384-4214.