Hillsdale, Michigan – September 20, 2021

If you are planning on attending college, seeking employment after high school or enlisting in the near future, you should take advantage of the Hillsdale County Community Foundation’s 15th annual Hillsdale County College and Career Fair.

On Monday, October 4th, over 50 college and universities from the tri-state area and representatives from the armed forces, local manufacturing and trade opportunities will be on hand at the Searle Center on the campus of Hillsdale College. Beginning at 6:00 pm, students will have a chance to speak with and receive information from the attending representatives.

The College and Career Fair will also be the first opportunity for those interested in scholarships administered by the Foundation to acquire the 2022 Scholarship Book and application information.  The Scholarship Book outlines all available scholarships and their respective application and eligibility requirements. The Foundation currently holds over 100scholarship funds from which students can apply for assistance. In 2021, the Foundation awarded scholarships valued at $249,296 to area students to assist with their educational endeavors.

Along with the Foundation, this event is being sponsored by CHBW, Gem Asset Management, Hillsdale College, and County National Bank.

Anyone looking for further information regarding College Night or the Hillsdale County Community Foundation’s scholarship program should call (517) 439-5101 or visit the HCCF website at www.abouthccf.org.

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Contact:

Susan Stout, Director of Community Programs
Hillsdale County Community Foundation
(517) 439-5101, s.stout@abouthccf.org