One hundred and three students received scholarships, bursaries and awards, totalling over $58,485.00 at the recent Holland College Student Awards Night. Sponsored by Pepsi Bottling Group, the ceremony was held on January 30 at The Tourism and Culinary Centre in Charlottetown.

Holland College scholarships, bursaries and awards are available to students in good standing who are registered in college programs. The awards are based on specific criteria determined by the donor and students are permitted to apply for one or more of the available awards. In total, approximately $175,000 is awarded annually to Holland College students.

"The selection committees chose 103 students for recognition out of 1,500 applications," said Sylvia Poirier, registrar of Holland College and emcee for the evening.

"The evening could not have been possible without the generosity of individuals, businesses and organizations who have contributed to the Holland College Foundation," said Jim MacPhee, Chair of the Holland College Foundation Board of Directors. "The college greatly appreciates their support of our students."

Ray Murphy, Vice Chair of the College's Board of Governors also gave thanks to the donors who made the evening possible. "Business, community, and individuals have recognized that extra funding is required for students to assist with the cost of training. This continued support contributes to the outstanding success of this annual event and provides our students the opportunity to accomplish their goals."