Morristown Utilities Establishes Scholarship
July 2, 2025
New Scholarship to Assist Students Entering Engineering, Engineering Technology Fields
Morristown Utilities has established a scholarship to financially assist students
studying fields related to engineering and engineering technology.
“Walters State is an important part of our community and has always assisted us with
advancing employee education and providing training in many areas,” said Jody Wigington,
general manager and CEO for Morristown Utilities. “Our workforce is critical to maintain
our mission and provide the services our customers expect. We look for and need new
talent in specific areas like engineering and technology. This scholarship is one
of the best ways to support our community and the students at Walters State.”
The Morristown Utilities Scholarship Fund will award one scholarship to a graduate
from both Morristown-Hamblen High School East and Morristown-Hamblen High School West.
The priority for scholarships will be students who are pursuing an associate of applied
science in electrical engineering, an associate of science in pre-engineering or an
associate of science in engineering technology.
“We are grateful to Morristown Utilities for the financial assistance they will be
providing to our students,” said Chris Cates, assistant vice president for college
advancement at Walters State. “Through this scholarship, Morristown Utilities will
help in providing employees needed in this areas for the future.”
The Morristown Utilities Scholarship Fund is established with the Walters State Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves as the fundraising arm of Walters State.