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Community leaders to contribute to Methodist University's $85.5 million annual impact through scholarship campaign

By Staff Report, posted 3 years ago

On Feb. 8, Methodist University held its 67th Annual Loyalty Campaign, kicking off the event by bringing together community leaders from the school systems, banks, non-profits and businesses of all types. 

"Methodist University is a great asset to our community," said MU Board of Trustees Chair Mac Healy.

The fifty-plus community leaders will lead the charge throughout the end of February, calling and seeking donations that will be used for future scholarships for students. 

Methodist University has an $85.5 million impact on the economy in Cumberland County each year due to the gifts presented to the university. Over the years, this cause has positively influenced the lives of thousands of college students. 

"Without your help, I wouldn't be in college right now," Methodist University senior Kobe Praylow said during the Methodist University Loyalty Campaign Kick-Off event Tuesday. "You have helped me fulfill a dream and given me the opportunity to get a high-quality liberal arts education that I can use to pursue my career." 

Ninety-seven percent of the students that attend Methodist University receive financial assistance. Incoming freshmen receive approximately $30,000 on average, and $24 million in scholarships is awarded annually. 

"None of us here would be able to call Methodist home if it weren't for these generous gifts," said Ryan Kimble, a junior studying Business Administration and a member of Methodist University's PGA Golf Management program. "When I got the news of the scholarship the Loyalty Campaign was able to give me, I knew then I was going to be able to chase the dream and career I truly wanted."

For the opportunity to support students through Loyalty Campaign scholarships, visit Methodist.edu/giving.

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