AVP for University Relations and Marketing at Palm Beach Atlantic University

Palm Beach Atlantic University is pleased to announce that first Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship has been awarded to Joyce Villacis ’16. Established in 2016, this scholarship assists Wellington residents seeking to complete college or pursue graduate degrees at PBA.
The Jacobs Family Foundation has provided scholarships totaling $30,000 over three years. To qualify, Wellington residents with financial need must be enrolled in the University’s bachelor’s or graduate programs offered by the MacArthur School of Leadership.
Villacis graduated from PBA in 2016 with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Management from the MacArthur School of Leadership. With assistance from the Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship, she is able to pursue her Master of Science Degree in Leadership.
“I chose to raise our family in Wellington and am grateful to have a foundation in our community that supports adult education,” said Villacis. “I was hesitant to add another expense to our household budget, but this scholarship is allowing me to further my education and continue to support my family.”
“While adults see the career advancing opportunities that a master’s degree provides, the lack of financial assistance holds them back from enrolling,” said PBA Vice President for Admissions Tim Worley. “We are excited to award the first Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship to Joyce Villacis and look forward to offering this opportunity to other Wellington residents.”
To learn more about The Jacobs Family Foundation, call 561-803-2122.
The Jacobs Family Foundation of Wellington was formed to facilitate the family’s longstanding commitment to philanthropic efforts in and around Wellington. The Jacobs Family Foundation is focused on enabling community programs that will have a material, positive impact on the Wellington community. Through quarterly grants, it supports medium- to long-term programs for education, athletics, at-risk youth, and preservation in and around Wellington. For additional information, visit www.jffwellington.org.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, independent university offering undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in West Palm Beach, Orlando and online. The University is dedicated to the integration of Christian principles to prepare students for learning, leadership and service.