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OPELIKA —
Southern Union State Community College sophomores Elijah McWhorter and Alyssa Hurst were honored as members of the All-Alabama Academic Team at a recognition ceremony on Friday, April 14, in Birmingham, Alabama. More than $53,000 total in scholarships was announced for 48 of the Alabama Community College System’s (ACCS) top scholars across the state during the 2023 All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program.
McWhorter, who is from Kellyton, plans to transfer to the University of Alabama and pursue a bachelor of studio art with concentration in digital media. Hurst, a native of Lineville, will attend Auburn University and major in elementary education.
“These are two of our best,” said SU President Todd Shackett of the honorees. “It is always a pleasure to celebrate the accomplishments of our students at event such as this.”
All-Alabama Academic Team members are recognized for their distinguished academic achievements and leadership accomplishments. The All-Alabama Academic Team scholarship and recognition program exists to provide Alabama Community College System (ACCS) students funding to support education and training in pursuit of a successful career pathway and a recognition program to honor outstanding scholarly achievements. The ACCS Paths to Success Foundation manages, supports and administers the All-Alabama Academic Team Scholarship and Recognition Program.