Each scholarship recipient received nearly $1,200. The funds are part of an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Quality Expansion Grant to enhance child care.

"As the local workforce development board focusing on education, employment and economic development, it is rewarding to assist students who have demonstrated a commitment to their education and the education of our region's children," said Workforce Solution Upper Rio Grande CEO Lorenzo Reyes Jr. "As educators, these students will play a critical role in moving our region forward by beginning the path to success for children at an early age."

The scholarships are intended to help students reach their educational goals and may be applied toward any education-related costs, including textbooks, lab fees and other fees associated with their studies.

"We are truly grateful to Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande, one of our most valued community partners, for this generous gift to benefit many highly deserving and hard-working students at UTEP," said University of Texas at El Paso President Diana Natalicio. "Scholarships such as these help UTEP achieve its mission to provide access and academic excellence to all talented students."

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