<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4GUOA6_0vlXC2fP00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4GUOA6_0vlXC2fP00" width="799" height="450" >Kaleen Fisher, a junior cheerleader at Concord University, will become the inaugural recipient of The Lisa Blankenship Memorial Scholarship this Saturday during the football game against Charleston. The scholarship honors Lisa Blankenship, a former cheer coach and educator, who passed away in 2012. A psychology major from Meadow Bridge, WV, Fisher intends to pursue a master’s degree after graduation and aims to uphold Blankenship's legacy of leadership and dedication through her involvement in cheerleading and community support.<ul><li>Fisher has completed two full seasons on the cheerleading team.</li><li>To qualify for the scholarship, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75.</li></ul>Yes, ButThe scholarship eligibility criteria focus on academic performance and commitment to the cheerleading program, which could exclude talented candidates who face challenges in maintaining GPA or participation.State of Play<ul><li>This scholarship is the first endowed scholarship at Concord University specifically supporting cheerleaders.</li><li>Fisher will accept the scholarship at halftime of the football game on Saturday, emphasizing community and school spirit.</li></ul>Future recipients of the scholarship will continue to promote the values of leadership and excellence that Lisa Blankenship embodied, contributing to the cheer program and inspiring new leaders at Concord University.Bottom LineThe awarding of The Lisa Blankenship Memorial Scholarship marks a significant milestone for Concord University, underscoring the importance of supporting student-athletes while honoring the legacy of a beloved coach and educator.</div></body>

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Kaleen Fisher to Receive Inaugural Lisa Blankenship Scholarship

Kaleen Fisher, a junior cheerleader at Concord University, will become the inaugural recipient of The Lisa Blankenship Memorial Scholarship this Saturday during the football game against Charleston. The scholarship honors Lisa Blankenship, a former cheer coach and educator, who passed away in 2012. A psychology major from Meadow Bridge, WV, Fisher intends to pursue a master’s degree after graduation and aims to uphold Blankenship's legacy of leadership and dedication through her involvement in cheerleading and community support.