ABC22/Fox45: Wright State offers support and scholarships to Urbana University students

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Following the announcement that Urbana University will be closing permanently at the end of spring semester, Wright State University reached out to offer both emotional and financial support to students who might be wondering what it next for their education.

“We know that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a challenge for all educational institutions,” said Wright State President Sue Edwards. “We’re very sad that it has resulted in Urbana University closing, so we want to help their students as best we can.”

Wright State is offering current Urbana University the following:

• Academic scholarships for fall and spring semesters
• Housing scholarships for the fall and spring semesters

“College students are already experiencing stress as they’ve had to adapt to classes being offered remotely,” said Jen McCamis, Wright State’s director of admissions. “We’re here to make sure students displaced by Urbana University’s closure don’t have additional stress as they determine how they will finish their degrees.”

Urbana University students are invited to meet virtually one-on-one with Wright State advisors to talk about degree options, transferring credits, financial aid, housing, student life, and the University Honors program, as well as to answer any other questions they may have.

“Maybe these students will see that Wright State is a good fit for them, and maybe not, but we want them to know we are here for them if they need us,” said McCamis. “If we can ease their stress a little bit, we’re eager to help. We’re all in this together,” she added.

If you are a Urbana University student and would like more information, or are interested in a personalized advisor meeting, you can go here or call 937-775-4830.

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