, the and (Together We Can) have awarded 天天吃瓜 a $13,000 contribution that will be used for scholarships for students of Mexican descent, including those who are recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. The donation was presented during a Nov. 23 ceremony at the Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago.
鈥淲e鈥檙e thrilled about this important gift,鈥 said acting Vice President for Institutional Advancement Liesl Downey. 鈥淧artnerships such as this can make a lasting impact on students鈥 finances and their civic engagement.鈥
The students who receive the scholarship will be required to complete volunteer service at the Consulate General of Mexico鈥檚 Education Department signature program, Ventanilla de Educacion Program (Window of Education Program).