Hardy County's 40 & 8 Voiture 1623 Awards Final Round of Scholarships to Local Nursing Students at Eastern WVCTC

On February 27, 2024, the 40 & 8 Hardy County Voiture 1623, represented by Jeff Fraley, Warren Kessel, and Ken Bransky, granted four $500 scholarships to nursing students at Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College (WVCTC). The beneficiaries were Michelle Adkins, Jodee Crites, Crystal Goodwater, and Whitney Simon.

The students appreciated the financial aid, emphasizing its impact on their education. Jodee Crites, a single mother, mentioned the scholarship's benefits for her family. Michelle Adkins, a four-time recipient, acknowledged the 40 & 8 group's generosity. Whitney Simon and Crystal Goodwater also expressed their appreciation for the support.

Jeff Fraley, the director of nursing education, underscored the 40 & 8's long-standing commitment to nursing education. He mentioned that the organization has been aiding nursing students since World War I. The 40 & 8, established in 1920, started supporting nursing education in 1955. Voiture 1623, based in Moorefield, has consistently supported Eastern’s nursing students with this scholarship.

This scholarship was awarded to these students for the fourth and final time, as they are nearing graduation. Previous scholarships were given in October 2022, February 2023, and October 2023. The 40 & 8 organizes annual fundraising events to support their scholarship program. Ciara Crites and Alicia Van Meter, faculty members at Eastern, thanked the 40 & 8 for their contributions to education and healthcare.

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