Highland Park Senior Receives full-ride Scholarship to WSU

Posted on 02/27/2025

Highland Park Senior Awarded Full-Ride Scholarship to Wichita State University

Congratulations to Ke'Ajahnae Rice, an outstanding senior at Highland Park High School, for being awarded the prestigious Rudd Foundation Full-Ride Scholarship to Wichita State University!

The Rudd Foundation, which provides scholarships to high-achieving students with a strong commitment to success, recognized Ke'Ajahnae for her dedication and surprised her with a big check during class on February 27.

Out of more than 700 applicants, Ke'Ajahnae was one of only 50 students selected for this life-changing opportunity. The scholarship, valued at up to $100,000, will fully support her academic journey as she pursues a nursing degree with plans to earn a doctoral degree.

We are incredibly proud of Ke'Ajahnae and look forward to all that she will accomplish in the future!

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