Now in its third year, the Pratt & Whitney Scholar program supports underrepresented students, who have financial need and are in good academic standing, in fields of study related to the aerospace industry, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science. This multi-year program and partnership with Pratt & Whitney aims to foster diversity in the field of engineering. In addition to the scholarship, students have the opportunity to network with Pratt & Whitney executives and are encouraged to apply for internships and employment opportunities.
2020–21 Pratt & Whitney Scholars included the students below, in addition to Rayanne MacFarlane '21, Raynard Doughty '21, and Sean Bradley '21.
Rasheed Kelly '22
"Receiving this scholarship has also inspired me to dive further into aerospace engineering and make meaningful connections with members at Pratt & Whitney to learn more about the career possibilities I will have in this field....Engineering does not stop once you leave the classroom or office, so continue to be curious and ask questions."
Keanu Alcoces '22
As a Pratt & Whitney Scholar, Alcoces was able to establish new connections with Pratt & Whitney team members, helping him to secure an internship there. "This scholarship program helped me get my foot in the door and I am grateful for the relationships I have been able to make because of this scholarship."
Grace Sierra '22
"You will learn more from your failures than you will with your successes. Do not second guess your own knowledge; as you progress through your program at UHart, you will see that you know more than you realize." Being named a Pratt & Whitney Scholar resparked the inspiration for Grace Sierra to pursue a career in mechanical engineering.