Avon HS Grad Earns Major College Scholarship

Liberty Bank

AVON, CT — A recent Avon High School graduate embarking on his college journey this fall earned a significant scholarship courtesy of Liberty Bank.

David W. Glidden, president and chief executive officer of Liberty Bank, recently announced the names of the three high school students in the graduating class of 2024 who won a $5,000 scholarship through Liberty’s 2nd Annual Kindness Scholarships.

Among the trio was Class of 2024 AHS grad Uttej Kollu, who will soon begin college at the University of Southern California this fall.

The Kindness Scholarship recognizes eligible students who attend a high school in a city or town served by Liberty Bank.

To be considered for this coveted scholarship, the graduating high school student must consistently demonstrate kindness in everyday moments while maintaining an ongoing and significant impact on their community, according to Liberty Bank.

Kollu will study biochemistry at USC.

According to Liberty Bank, Kollu has contributed more than 2,000 hours of volunteer work to his local hospital, school, and community service club, including cleaning medical equipment, preparing patient rooms, and distributing medications for patients in healthcare settings.

He is an Eagle Scout who continues his involvement with the Boy Scouts of America and serves as a mentor to young students participating in robotics expositions and library events, according to the bank.

Glidden feted all of the scholarship winners and cited their desires to help their communities.

“They don’t do it to bolster their college applications or receive recognition. They do it because they have a passion for helping others in the community," he said in a statement.

"For those reasons, these three rising college freshmen are truly deserving of a $5,000 scholarship from Liberty Bank and we know every little bit helps in defraying the costs of college tuition.”

To learn more about Liberty Bank’s Kindness Scholarship program, visit Liberty Bank’s Community Page.