Four Students Recognized for Academic Excellence and Community Engagement
Corvias Foundation is continuing the company’s long-standing commitment to educational opportunities and employee well-being.
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Malina Jones plans to study Speech Education and Pre-Law at University of Kansas
Since its founding in 2006, the Corvias Foundation has supported more than 500 military-connected families with more than $20 million in scholarship awards.
This year’s recipients exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and engagement in their school communities. Each scholar is poised to excel in higher education, and the Foundation’s support is designed to help make their journey financially achievable.
“We are proud to celebrate this year’s scholars,” said Julie Allen, Executive Director of the Corvias Foundation. “These students are exceptional in every sense – intellectually, personally, and in their communities. Our scholarship program reflects Corvias’ commitment to being a great place to work by investing in the future of our team members’ families.”
Meet the Scholars
Malina Jones
Parent: Amanda Bedell, Resident Associate at Fort Riley
Graduate: Chapman High School (Chapman, Kansas)
College Plans: Speech Education and Pre-Law at University of Kansas
“Described as a ‘once in a career’ student by teachers, Malina is well rounded with participation in student council, peer tutoring, National Honor Society, and volunteering. Plus, she has won awards in subjects as varied as theater and forensics,” said Allen.
Ciara Henley
Parent: Charles Henley, Resident Associate at Fort Bragg
Graduate: Midway High School (Newton Grove, North Carolina)
College Plans: Interior Design at East Carolina University
“Ciara is invested in her school community,” said Allen. “From participation in Students Against Violence Everywhere to peer support clubs, Ciara already demonstrates carrying through on her desire to give back to others.”
Melissa Schurr
Parent: Amanda Paolino, Accountant
Graduate: Doniphan West High School (Highland, Kansas)
College Plans: Mechanical Engineering at Kansas State University
“Melissa is an adaptable, strong student. Despite moving mid-year, she earned 36 college credits, participated in National Honor Society, and competed in basketball and track,” said Allen. “Melissa flourished after the move and brought joy to her new school.”
Sylvester Jackson
Parent: Florence Ewing, Resident Manager at Fort Riley
Graduate: Junction City High School (Junction City, Kansas)
College Plans: IT, with emphasis in Cyber Security, at University of St. Mary
“Sylvester complements strong academics with volunteering and basketball,” said Allen. “A staff member at the University of St. Mary recommended Sylvester for this scholarship, championing his character, work ethic, leadership potential on campus, and probability for success.”
A Strategic Approach to Scholarship Awards
The Foundation focuses on providing an above average award size by focusing on a smaller cohort. Applicants were evaluated through a blind review process that balances academic performance and financial need. The approach not only strengthens the quality of the awards but also broadens the benefit to Corvias employees, part of a broader strategy to invest in students’ futures.
Giving Back
The scholarship program honors Corvias’ core principles: to deliver the highest level of customer service; to generously give back to the community; and to make Corvias the best place to work. Other employee giving-back opportunities include volunteering, tuition reimbursement, a two-for-one donation match program, opportunities for professional growth, and a benefits package that is generous and flexible enough to meet employees where they are today and tomorrow.
To learn more about joining the Corvias team, available careers, and the many benefits offered to employees, please visit: https://www.corvias.com/careers. To learn more about Corvias Foundation and its programs in support of students, please visit http://www.corviasfoundation.org.
About Corvias Foundation
Corvias Foundation empowers military families to achieve their educational and career goals. With its flagship program, Opportunity Hubs, the Foundation is connecting its community members with partners. The goal is to support educational achievements, create transformative connections, and prepare military-connected students for their life-enriching college and career decisions. Please visit CorviasFoundation.org to learn more.
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