Capitol Federal Savings scholars named

Twenty-five Emporia State University business students from Kansas hometowns have been honored in one of ESU’s most distinguished scholars programs. The Capitol Federal Savings Scholars program, in its fifth year at ESU, is supporting scholarships for 25 students in the 2006-07 academic year.

The program rewards students in the ESU School of Business who have graduated from a Kansas high school and have a minimum 3.25 grade point average. Selected students are also expected to develop and exhibit leadership skills while at ESU.

Colby Rainey, a sophomore from Emporia, has his hands full with classes and playing football. For him, the scholarship support is “priceless” as he sets his sights on his future.

“I’ve always liked computers, and I’ve been working for my grandpa’s furniture company,” Rainey said. “I want to become a small business owner and combine that with my computer information systems degree. That’s my career goal.”

Jessica Linsea, an MBA student from Chase County, is interviewing with companies ahead of her May graduation. She was attracted to the School of Business because of the many opportunities offered by faculty, classes and student organizations. “I’ve been introduced to a number of influential people, had the opportunity to hold an office in many organizations, and study abroad through the school’s French exchange program,” Linsea said.

The program is especially important in recruiting, said John Rich, associate dean of the School of Business. Starting at $1,000 for freshmen, the award increases each year as the student progresses, reaching $2,000 for MBA students. To use a business term, the scholarships are an investment in the future of Kansas and beyond.

“These are high-caliber students, so their prospects of being professionally successful are really pretty great,” Rich said. “We’re proud to partner with Capitol Federal Savings to give these students a boost.”

Last Updated July 2, 2007>