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Tyson's 'Upward Academy Online' scholarship program celebrates one year

Tyson also announced a new partnership with the University of Arkansas and new programs they will have that offer degrees and certificates.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Tyson Foods announced the celebration of the completion of its first year of providing "tuition-free education" to employees enrolled in its Upward Academy Online program."

The program is in partnership with Guild, a "career opportunity platform," according to the website. Along with the anniversary, Tyson announced its new partnership with the University of Arkansas (U of A) and new programs they will have that offer degrees and certificates.

Degrees and certificates include: 

  • General business
  • Supply chain management 
  • Human resources management

U of A Chancellor Charles Robinson says the university is proud of the partnership, “We love to see students of all educational paths shine, and this is just one way we can empower working professionals to reach their career goals.”

Credit: Tyson

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