The U.S. Department of Agriculture has stopped its college scholarship program that helps students attend historically Black universities. The program paid for full tuition, fees, books, and room and board for students studying agriculture and related subjects. Last year, this program gave $19.2 million to help 94 students go to college. Now, the USDA’s website simply says the program is “suspended for review.” They haven’t explained why. “This hurts students who need help the most,” says Tara Lepore, who studies sustainable farming at North Carolina A&T State University. “I’m worried about future students who won’t get the same chance I … Continue reading USDA Suspends $19.2M Scholarship Program, Impacting 94 HBCU Agriculture Students