Area students earn scholarships to Berkeley

Three local students have earned scholarships to attend Berkeley College in the fall.

Connor Hockedy of Wantage and Jacqueline Steele of Lafayette, both of High Point Regional High School and Lukas Budzel of Franklin of Wallkill Valley High School were awarded scholarships.

“These students have demonstrated their ability and desire to further their achievements by pursuing a college degree,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, president of Berkeley College. “They deserve these scholarships, which can go a long way in helping the next generation of students access a well-rounded, career-focused education.”

Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions.