COVID-19 impact scholarships go to four university students in Utah

Four Utah university students have been awarded grants from the Wells Fargo Student Impact Scholarship program. The scholarship fund delivered $5,000 to 200 recipients nationwide who have been impacted financially by COVID-19 and, in spite of their own challenges, made a positive impact in their community in 2020, the banking company said.

“The pandemic has had a devastating impact across all facets of life and the economy, including universities and students,” said Tony Timmons, public affairs director for Wells Fargo in Utah. “I am proud to announce that there are four recipients of this scholarship in Utah. This scholarship spotlights the outstanding efforts of students at the University of Utah, Utah State University and Utah Valley University.”

Scholarship recipients are Nichole Butler and Michael Herron at Utah State University, Yuna Jensen at the University of Utah and Kristyn Rhoton at Utah Valley University.

In addition to recognizing those who have made an impact in their community, the scholarships aim to help students who unexpectedly need financial assistance because of the pandemic, particularly underrepresented students who have been disproportionately affected, Timmons said. The program also pairs each student with a Wells Fargo mentor to help guide them through their educational journey and beyond, once they leave the classroom.