UF awarded Choose Ohio First funding

University of Findlay has been awarded nearly $1.2 million for the fiscal year 2024 from Choose Ohio First. The money will be made available for eligible students in more than 30 academic programs at the University including adolescent/young adult (AYA) math or science education, pharmacy, computer science, biology, health professions, among others. "This scholarship helps the University fill this gap. We are pleased to receive Choose Ohio First funding for FY24 so we can continue to provide math and science teachers for area schools," said Julie McIntosh, Ed.D., Dean for the College of Education. Choose Ohio First is part of the state's strategy to develop STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) talent in Ohio. Under the DeWine-Husted administration, more than $200 million has been set aside for STEM and STEM education scholarships over the past five years. Selected schools must support STEM programs and showcase a strong commitment to high-quality STEM programs that meet the needs of Ohio's employers.