The Lorraine Pleasants Memorial Annual Scholarship provides assistance for tuition to a student enrolled in a program of study. Applicants must have graduated from either William Fleming or Franklin County high schools. Preference will be given to African-American students demonstrating financial need. Recipients of this scholarship in prior academic years are ineligible. Applicants must provide the names and email addresses of three persons willing to provide recommendations for them. At least one recommendation must be a Virginia Western instructor, if the applicant is enrolled at the college. If recently attending or graduated from high school, applicants may use a high school teacher(s) to provide recommendations. The deadline for applying for scholarships varies depending on the semester. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs for more information.