By MICHAEL CRIMMINS
Glasgow News 1
Students with the Kentucky Community and Technical College system, which includes those attending Southcentral Community and Technical College, can apply for a new scholarship.
The college system and Kentucky’s Public Service Commission are joining forces to offer the PCS 811 Damage Prevention Scholarship, which helps “support [college system] students with training for how to safely locate and manage underground utility lines.”
“At the PSC, we recognize that damaged lines interrupt vital services, damage property, and, in the case of gas and electric lines, can even cause injury or death,” said Kentucky Public Service Commission Chair Angie Hatton. “Despite ongoing efforts to promote the use of 811, dig-ins continue to happen. That’s why we partnered with KCTCS to sponsor these scholarships—to better educate the future workforce that will be responsible for working around underground utilities.”
Through the service commission’s $66,000 provided annually, numerous $2,000 scholarships during the 2025-26 academic year to support students in three of the college system’s programs: construction technology, heavy equipment operations and plumbing technology.
The funds may be used for tuition, course fees, books, supplies and other education-related expenses, as approved by the system.
Scholarships are not automatically renewable, but previous recipients may reapply and be considered for future awards. To qualify, students must have unmet financial need as determined by the FAFSA and be credential seeking with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Preference will be given to Kentucky residents enrolled full time or planning to enroll full time.
“We’re proud to be part of growing this essential workforce — one that’s helping build a safer and stronger Kentucky,” System President Ryan Quarles said.
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