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Berry Gordy Scholarship Launched with $5 Million Donation

7/1/2025

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Universal Music Group and UCLA's Herb Alpert School of Music have teamed up to establish the Berry Gordy Music Industry Scholarship, a tribute to Gordy's groundbreaking contributions to music. With a generous $5 million donation from Gordy, this scholarship will annually support one deserving student, easing their educational burdens and fostering the next generation of musical talent.

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Universal Music Group and UCLA's Herb Alpert School of Music have teamed up to establish the Berry Gordy Music Industry Scholarship, a tribute to Gordy's groundbreaking contributions to music. With a generous $5 million donation from Gordy, this scholarship will annually support one deserving student, easing their educational burdens and fostering the next generation of musical talent.