New Scholarship Opportunity for Morganton Horticulture Students at WPCC

Appalachian Naturescapes of Morganton has partnered with the Western Piedmont Foundation to offer a new scholarship for horticulture students at Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC). Named the Appalachian Naturescapes Annual Scholarship, it provides $1,000 each year to WPCC horticulture students who are taking at least six credit hours and maintaining good academic standing.

The scholarship was created by Carl Meyers Jr. and Terrel Knutson, both graduates of North Carolina State University's horticulture program and co-owners of Appalachian Naturescapes. Their experiences in horticulture motivated them to support future horticulturists. Meyers and Knutson also run Wind River Growers, LLC, a nursery that focuses on unique plants and trees.

In a joint statement, Meyers and Knutson shared their excitement about their collaboration with WPCC and their desire to help students financially. They noted the financial difficulties students often face while pursuing degrees in horticulture and landscape design. The scholarship is intended to help reduce these financial barriers and encourage more students to enter the field.

Information on how to apply for the Appalachian Naturescapes Annual Scholarship is available on the Western Piedmont Foundation’s website. The foundation, a nonprofit entity, supports WPCC by attracting both public and private funding. This scholarship demonstrates how private companies can help further education.

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