Local Opportunity: Jacksonville State and Regional Medical Center Launch Scholarship Program for All RMC Employees

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Jacksonville State University (Jax State) and Regional Medical Center (RMC) have expanded their partnership by introducing a new scholarship program. On May 17, 2024, leaders from both institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that grants a 20% tuition scholarship to all eligible RMC employees. This scholarship will be available starting from Jax State's summer terms, including Summer 4-Week, Summer II, and Summer Block 2. The goal is to help RMC employees improve their education and skills.

The scholarship is open to all RMC employees, regardless of their job role. This inclusivity aims to encourage a diverse group of employees to seek further education, which can enhance their career development and improve healthcare services.

Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr., President of Jax State, thanked RMC for their continued partnership, noting that it benefits both healthcare and education in the community. Louis Bass, President and CEO of RMC, also supported this view, stating that the partnership helps promote professional growth among healthcare workers and raises health standards in the community.

Previously, the scholarship was only available to certain staff such as nurses and respiratory therapists. The new MOU, however, extends this benefit to all RMC employees, allowing them more freedom to pursue various educational paths.