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Keaton Smith, a 2012 graduate of The Gatton Academy of Mathematics & Science in Kentucky, has been awarded an Emerson National Scholarship.
He is among 30 recipient of the scholarship awarded annually to children of Emerson employees. Keaton, of Alexandria, KY, is the son of Robert (Bob) W. Smith, Systems Administrator, at Power Transmission Solutions in Florence, KY.
Winners, selected from among 128 finalists, were announced this week by Michael G. Rohret, Emerson Senior Vice President Human Resources.
Keaton plans to attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA, and study computer science.
The winners of the Emerson scholarship receive $2,000 per academic year for four years. Selection is made based on academic performance of the applicants,: Grade point average, class rank, and national test scores. Participation in school activities and community involvement are also considered in the selection process.