Students Honored by Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
April 2, 2024
Students Named Coca-Cola Scholars
Two Walters State Community College students have been named to the All-Tennessee
Academic Team and honored as Coca-Cola Scholars.
Kelly Nguyen, a biology major from Sevierville, was named a Coca-Cola Gold Scholar,
and Melody Hawkins, a social work major from Jefferson City, was named a Coca Cola
Silver Scholar. Nguyen has received a $1,500 scholarship and Hawkins, a $1,250 scholarship
from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation.
“Kelly and Melody have distinguished themselves through scholarship, leadership and
service to the college,” said Dr. Tony Miksa, president of Walters State. “I congratulate
both and wish them the best as they transfer to complete their bachelor’s degrees.”
Coca-Cola Scholars represent the top 150 community college students across the country.
Students are nominated by college administrators with the final recipient chosen by
the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership
and engagement in college and community service.
Awards are presented in conjunction with Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor
society for community college students.
“The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has a long history of providing financial assistance
to outstanding students at community colleges,” said Jane Hale Hopkins, president
of the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. “We are proud to partner with Phi Theta Kappa
to make it possible for more deserving students to achieve their educational goals
and support tomorrow’s global community leaders.”