(July 15, 2021) Eastman Credit Union (ECU) recently announced its support of $125,000 to sponsor East Tennessee State University’s (ETSU) Roan Scholars Summer Experience Program.
“The mission of the Roan Scholars program perfectly aligns with ECU’s desire to make our communities and region a better
place to live, work, and raise families. These students are leaders with a passion
to make a difference, and it’s a privilege for ECU to support the Summer Experience
Program,” said Kelly Price, ECU’s President and CEO.
The Roan Scholars Leadership Program, which is funded primarily by private donations, empowers students to be leaders of excellence who will positively impact the ETSU campus, the region, and the world.
“The exceptional students selected to the Roan Scholars Leadership Program continue
to exemplify the mission of East Tennessee State University long after they graduate,”
said ETSU President Brian Noland. “Out-of-the-classroom experiences help cultivate
their dedication to improving the lives of the people of our region, and to leading
that transformation. This partnership with ECU will enhance those experiences and
directly impact the next generation of regional leaders.”
ECU is a long-time supporter of various ETSU programs that positively impact the communities
served by ECU.
“ECU’s board of directors chooses to support programs and organizations that will
make a significant impact, and we’ve partnered with ETSU several times over the years
giving to projects and programs, including the performing arts center, the engineering
program, the football stadium, the Gray Fossil Site, and the Bill Gatton College of
Pharmacy,” said Price.
ECU supports hundreds of non-profit organizations and charities each year at various
levels.
“This generous marquee contribution from Eastman Credit Union to support Roan Summer
Experiences is an extraordinary investment in leadership and in the future of our
region,” said Roan Director Scott Jeffress. “It will make possible transformative
experiences that will push Roan Scholars outside their comfort zone to grow in leadership.”
For more information about the Roan Scholars Leadership Program at ETSU, visit roanscholars.org.
About East Tennessee State University
East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission to improve
the quality of life for the people of the region. A century later, the mission is
unchanged and ETSU has transformed into a nationally ranked university focused on
academics, research and service. ETSU is situated “in the shadow of the mountains”
in Johnson City, Tennessee, and offers more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs.
About Eastman Credit Union
ECU is one of the largest credit unions in the country with $6.7 billion in assets.
ECU is a not-for-profit, financial service cooperative serving 270,000 members at
30 locations. Credit Union members have access to more than 56,200 surcharge-free
ATMs nationwide through the Allpoint™ and Presto!® Networks and a wide range of financial
services, including free checking and free online banking. For additional information
about ECU, visit www.ecu.org or call 800.999.2328.