003 | A conversation with Nicole England, Walton Scholarship Program director at the University of the Ozarks

In today’s episode, we talk with Nicole England, the actual Walton Scholarship director working at the University of the Ozarks to talk about her life, background, curious facts about her life, family and education that led her to her actual job positions, but also to talk about several important topics such as the scholarship itself and its impact in the lives of the scholars, how the impact of the scholarship is measured both by the Walton Foundation, and by Nicole as the director, and whether or not the scholarship is truly impacting our countries in a positive way. We also touch base on how involved is Jim Walton, Walmart co-owner and the main head behind the Walton International Scholarship Program, how Walton scholars are selected and what criteria they use, and topics that concern Walton scholars, such as an increase in the monthly allowance and the retention of the transcripts for four years after graduating. The Walton International Scholarship Program started back in 1985, amidst the fight between powers in the Cold War. According to their official website, "During a trip to Central America in early 1985, the Waltons learned Central American students were being recruited to colleges in the former Soviet Union. They, however, believed it was critical to expose Central American students to the virtues of democracy and capitalism. In May of 1985, the Waltons responded with a donation to three respected, faith-based Arkansas institutions – Harding University, John Brown University and University of the Ozarks – to fund scholarships for students in each of the seven countries of Central America and later, Mexico." You can follow all our productions, included "The CDRB Show" by following our Instagram page as @cdrbproductions. "The CDRB Show" is a property of CDRB Productions. © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, 2023. This show is also broadcasted at KUOZ 100.5 FM for the Johnson County area in Arkansas. Provided with permission to University of the Ozarks.