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Fern Rice Named Truman Scholarship Finalist

February 26, 2026

Purdue University College of Liberal Arts and Purdue Agriculture junior Fern Rice has been named a finalist for the Truman Scholarship.

We are thrilled to congratulate Fern! Selected as one of just 198 national finalists from nearly 800 applicants across the country, Fern represents the very best of Purdue and our department. This prestigious, merit-based scholarship recognizes students with exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to public service.

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