JOHNS CREEK, GA--(Marketwire - September 27, 2010) - Saia, Inc. (
The six students awarded a $2000 scholarship were as follows:
- Jeffrey Castor of Northglenn, CO
- Lance Ginn of Monroe, LA
- Martika Gravette of Belton, MO
- Ryan Hartsell of Salisbury, NC
- Morgan McFetters of Spring Hill, TN
- Monique Ornelas of Seagoville, TX
Another six students were awarded a $1000 scholarship as follows:
- Melanie Cox of Rye, CO
- Anna Espey of Ragley, LA
- Adrian Melendez of El Paso, TX
- Kelsey Savoy of Beau Ridge, LA
- Alecia Smith of Pinconning, MI
- Lauren White of Grand Prairie, TX
"This year, we received very impressive applications from a number of students," said Saia President and CEO Rick O'Dell. "It is very gratifying to see how much importance each places on getting a degree and building a solid future for themselves. We are proud to be able to support our employees and their dependents through this program."
Applications to the program are reviewed by a selection committee who evaluate each student's academic achievement, essay quality, community service, leadership capabilities, communication skills and recommendation letters. Scholarships are awarded based on achievement in one or more of three areas: Academic Merit, Community Service and/or Innovation.
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For more information, please contact:
Jeannie S. Jump
Saia Corporate Communications Coordinator
Phone: 770-232-4069
E-mail jjump@saia.com