Pictured (left to right) are Dr. Thorn LaCaze, Campus Administrator, BPCC Natchitoches and Sabine Valley; Cynthia Johnson, Assistant Campus Administrator, BPCC Sabine Valley; Dennie McKnight, Electrician Technology Instructor; Huey-Andrew Sepulvado, Scholarship Recipient; Jennifer Byles and Sharon Blake, Scholarship Representatives.
MANY, LA – Bossier Parish Community College and the BPCC Foundation are proud to announce Huey-Andrew Sepulvado as the first recipient of the Robert Byles Endowed Scholarship in Electrician Technology at BPCC Sabine Valley.
The scholarship honors the life of Mr. Byles, who passed away in February 2017, and is awarded to students who are enrolled in the Electrician Technology program at BPCC’s Sabine Valley campus. Campus administrators say Sepulvado embodies the spirit and legacy that the scholarship aims to honor.
Sharon Blake, a representative for the Robert Byles Scholarship, expressed her excitement and pride during the presentation. "Robert was very instrumental in starting the Electrical program when it was Central Louisiana Technical and Community College, and we are so proud that BPCC is carrying on the tradition. It’s a way for us to honor him," said Blake.
Jennifer Byles, echoed her sentiment of support for the program. "Robert was an advocate of helping others, and I think this is a great career path for the students of Sabine Parish. It is in high demand and high paying as well, making it a very attractive opportunity to students. I am honored to be a part of this."
Dennie McNight, Electrician Technology Instructor at BPCC Sabine Valley, expressed gratitude for the Byles family's contribution. "We are thankful to the Byles family for their investment in our students' future, and this is further testament that the community supports our program."
The awarding of the Robert Byles Endowed Scholarship is a demonstration of BPCC’s commitment to providing quality education and opportunities for students pursuing careers in high-demand technical fields. For more information about the BPCC Foundation, contact Susannah Stinson, J.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement, at (318) 678-6000.
BPCC offers associate degrees, technical diplomas, Career and Technical Certificates in pathways such as healthcare, computer technology, manufacturing, business, and general studies. For more information on any of the College’s programs and to apply, visit www.bpcc.edu. Detailed information regarding applying, registration, tuition costs and deadlines can be found online at www.bpcc.edu/admissions or contact the BPCC Admissions Office at (318) 678-6004 or admissions@bpcc.edu.