Arkansas State University-Beebe student Hope Branch has been named an inaugural 2025 Chime Workforce Scholar, earning a $1,000 scholarship from the Chime Scholars Foundation. Branch, from Batesville, is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and is majoring in veterinary technology.
Chime Workforce Scholars are chosen for outstanding academic achievement, engagement, leadership potential, and career readiness.
“I want to work with shelter and rescue animals, and I have faith that I will end up where I’m needed,” Branch said.
The Chime Workforce Scholarship provides $200,000 in scholarships to 200 community college students nationwide enrolled in workforce-ready programs. The funds assist with educational expenses and workforce costs such as certification fees, uniforms, and tools.
About Phi Theta Kappa:
Phi Theta Kappa is the premier honor society recognizing academic excellence among students at associate degree-granting colleges. With more than 3.8 million members across 1,300 chapters in 11 countries, PTK promotes scholarship, leadership, and service among community college students. Learn more at www.ptk.org
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