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FAMU received a $1.3 million donation from BP p.l.c. (formerly British Petroleum Company) to provide students with scholarship funding, exposure to the energy industry, and career development experience.
The gift will fund five full scholarships at FAMU for three years. Students who successfully complete the program will be provided with opportunities for additional development, including internships. Scholarships will be open to all U.S. students on each campus who have an interest in the energy sector, a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and are in good standing at the university.
The donation builds on bp’s aim for greater diversity, equity and inclusion for its workforce and customers. The company has taken steps in recent years to develop a global framework for action to guide its efforts in the areas of talent, accountability, and transparency. As a result, it has launched gender and minority ambitions and designed programs supporting the development of ethnic minority talent.
“I want to commend bp for crafting a program that complements our goal to prepare the next generation of scientists, engineers, and business executives for this key industry,” said FAMU President Larry Robinson. “This partnership will provide FAMU students with internships, scholarships and, ultimately career opportunities allowing them to prosper while addressing important challenges that we face as a society.”
"Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion goes beyond just words. It’s our actions that define us, and this program will help us develop a consistent pipeline of talent for the future. This is another example of how we’re driving change across bp and building a culture that gives everyone an opportunity to succeed," said Dave Lawler, bp America chairman and president.