{"id":108964,"date":"2026-10-13T14:50:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T19:50:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/news-and-events\/?p=108964"},"modified":"2026-10-13T14:54:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T19:54:52","slug":"delta-state-university-receives-boeing-funding-to-establish-four-aviation-scholarships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/live-deltastate.pantheonsite.io\/news-and-events\/2026\/10\/delta-state-university-receives-boeing-funding-to-establish-four-aviation-scholarships\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta State University receives Boeing funding to establish four aviation scholarships"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

CLEVELAND, Miss. \u2014 <\/strong>Delta State University has received funding from The Boeing Company to create four annual scholarships for students in the university\u2019s Commercial Aviation program.<\/p>\n

The new support will establish two scholarship programs: the Boeing Access & Opportunity Annual Scholarship, which will provide awards to two students with demonstrated financial need, and the Boeing Military Connected & Veteran Student Annual Scholarship, which will support two military-connected students, including veterans, active reservists, National Guard members, ROTC cadets and eligible family members.<\/p>\n

\u201cDelta State University is grateful for Boeing\u2019s investment in our students and in the future of aviation,\u201d said DSU President Dr. Daniel J. Ennis. \u201cThese scholarships will help remove financial barriers for talented students pursuing careers in one of the nation\u2019s most important industries. We are proud to partner with Boeing to create more opportunities for students to achieve their educational and professional goals.\u201d<\/p>\n

The scholarships come as Delta State continues to expand its aviation offerings. The university\u2019s aviation program, established in 1981, prepares students for careers in flight operations, aviation management and other areas of the aviation industry. The Commercial Aviation program offers bachelor\u2019s degrees in Flight Operations and Aviation Management, along with related areas of study including air traffic control, airport operations, aviation security, logistics and unmanned aerial systems.<\/p>\n

\u201cFlight training and aviation education require a significant investment from students, and scholarships like these can make a meaningful difference,\u201d said Dr. Joe Childs, Dean of the College of Aviation. \u201cWe appreciate Boeing\u2019s commitment to expanding access to aviation education and recognizing the contributions of military-connected students. This support will help us attract and retain talented students as we prepare the next generation of aviation professionals.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAt Boeing, we believe investing in the future of aviation means empowering talented students and recognizing the invaluable contributions of those with military connections,\u201d said Linwood Ham, Director of Boeing Global Engagement \u2500 Eastern Region. \u201cThese scholarships reflect our commitment to fostering innovation and leadership in the industry by supporting Delta State University\u2019s mission to prepare the next generation of aviation professionals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Delta State\u2019s College of Aviation continues to grow through new academic and workforce-development opportunities. In August, the university dedicated a new agricultural aviation simulator and announced the establishment of the College of Aviation, which will provide additional leadership and focus for aviation education in Mississippi and the region.<\/p>\n

Boeing\u2019s support builds on Delta State\u2019s existing scholarship opportunities for aviation students and strengthens the university\u2019s efforts to make aviation education more accessible.
\nDelta State University, located in Cleveland, Mississippi, is a public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and lifelong learning. Its aviation program has served students for more than four decades and continues to prepare graduates for careers across the aviation industry.<\/p>\n

For more information on contributing to the Delta State University Foundation, visit deltastategiving.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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