Snead State Community College is proud to announce that two students from its Horticulture Program have been awarded one of the most competitive scholarships available to agricultural science and horticulture students in Alabama.
Alannah Wiggins of Guntersville and Alex Lee of Douglas, both standout students under the guidance of Horticulture Instructor Dr. Tom Warren, were each awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the Alabama Nursery and Landscape Association (ANLA). Wiggins and Lee are now enrolled at Auburn University.
The ANLA scholarship is highly selective, with only five recipients chosen annually from a pool of applicants across the state. Students from leading institutions such as Auburn University, Alabama A&M, Tuskegee University, Wallace-Hanceville, Wallace-Dothan, and Snead State vie for this prestigious recognition. Wiggins and Lee’s selection marks a significant achievement not only for themselves but also for Snead State’s growing reputation in horticultural education.
“Earning this highly competitive scholarship is a remarkable accomplishment, and for two of our students to earn the ANLA scholarship is truly outstanding,” said Dr. Warren. “It speaks volumes about their talent, perseverance, and character. This recognition is incredibly well-deserved. I am incredibly proud of Alannah and Alex. They have both represented Snead State in the highest regard, and I look forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future. The sky is the limit for both of them.”
“During my time at Snead State Community College, I gained invaluable hands-on experience in the horticulture field, which contributed to my receiving the Harold Thornhill Scholarship. The mentorship of my instructors, along with practical training and a supportive learning environment, played a vital role in this achievement. This scholarship recognizes students with exceptional promise in horticulture, and I am eager to apply the skills I’ve learned to future opportunities. I extend my gratitude to Snead State Community College and the Alabama Nursery and Landscape Association for their support,” said Lee.
“I am honored to receive the Lee Howell Scholarship from the Alabama Nursery and Landscape Association, which recognizes my dedication to the horticulture industry. My time at Snead State Community College solidified my passion for this field, providing hands-on experience and valuable industry connections that have shaped my career path,” said Wiggins.
Traditionally, scholarship recipients are honored at an annual banquet held the evening before the Gulf States Horticulture Expo in Mobile. However, this year’s event was canceled due to an unprecedented snowstorm that impacted the Gulf region in January—a rare weather event that made headlines across the South. Instead, the ANLA held a virtual meeting in March to formally recognize the recipients.
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