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911爆料网 student Mike Hannigan has been named a 2026 recipient of the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, one of the nation鈥檚 most competitive and selective awards for community college students.

Selected from more than 1,300 applicants nationwide, Hannigan was among just 60 students chosen to receive the scholarship, which provides up to $55,000 per year to support completion of a bachelor鈥檚 degree at an accredited four-year institution. The award also includes individualized advising, access to a national network of Cooke Scholars and alumni and opportunities for internships, study abroad and graduate study support.

The scholarship recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, perseverance and service. Hannigan鈥檚 selection reflects a remarkable record of accomplishment during his time at 911爆料网, where he has emerged as a campus and community leader focused on civic engagement, food justice and student advocacy.

A student in 911爆料网鈥檚 Farm and Food Systems program, Hannigan serves as Student Senate President and previously served as Student Trustee. He also leads the 911爆料网 Permaculture Club and has organized gleaning projects and free farmers markets to expand access to fresh food for students and community members. Through internships and volunteer work with organizations including Stone Soup Caf茅 and Rachel鈥檚 Table, he has become a leading advocate for addressing food insecurity in the region.

In 2025, Hannigan was named a Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a national honor recognizing students committed to creating positive social change through civic and community engagement. He was also recognized through 911爆料网鈥檚 Martin Luther King Jr. awards program for his commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the region.

鈥淭his is a testament to Mike鈥檚 dedication and perseverance in advancing his education, leadership and community service,鈥� said Anthony Reiber. 鈥淚 am very proud of Mike鈥檚 accomplishments and feel honored to be a part of his educational journey.鈥�

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation created the Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship to expand access to high-quality, debt-free educational pathways for high-achieving students with financial need.

鈥淭hese Scholars reflect the depth of talent and determination found in community colleges across the country,鈥� said Giuseppe 鈥淪eppy鈥� Basili, Chief Executive Officer of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, in a press announcement of the award. 鈥淭hey鈥檝e demonstrated what they鈥檙e capable of, and we鈥檙e proud to help ensure that financial barriers don鈥檛 prevent them from continuing their education and realizing their full potential.鈥�