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USDA Suspends 1890 Scholars Program, Threatening Agricultural Education

2/22/2025

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has put the 1890 Scholars Program on hold, a vital initiative that granted full scholarships to students from underserved communities at historically Black colleges and universities. With $19.2 million awarded to 94 students in 2024, the suspension has sparked worries about the future of agricultural education and support for these aspiring scholars.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has put the 1890 Scholars Program on hold, a vital initiative that granted full scholarships to students from underserved communities at historically Black colleges and universities. With $19.2 million awarded to 94 students in 2024, the suspension has sparked worries about the future of agricultural education and support for these aspiring scholars.