Four Local Students Named Roan Scholars at ETSU

Prestigious four-year leadership program provides financial support and campus leadership development.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:12pm

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A highly stylized, abstract grid of brightly colored graduation cap icons in neon shades of pink, green, and blue, conveying the academic accolades and leadership development opportunities of the Roan Scholars program.The prestigious Roan Scholars program at ETSU celebrates the academic achievements and leadership potential of exceptional students from the Tri-Cities region.Kingsport Today

Four high school seniors from the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee have been selected as Roan Scholars at East Tennessee State University. The Roan Scholars program is a prestigious four-year leadership scholarship that includes financial support and campus leadership development opportunities.

Why it matters

The Roan Scholars program is highly competitive, attracting top students from the region. Being named a Roan Scholar is a significant academic and leadership achievement that can open doors for these students as they pursue their college education and future careers.

The details

The four local students named as Roan Scholars are from Kingsport, Tennessee. The Roan Scholars program provides recipients with a full tuition scholarship, as well as funding for study abroad, undergraduate research, and other enrichment opportunities. In addition to the financial support, Roan Scholars participate in a specialized leadership development curriculum throughout their four years at ETSU.

  • The Roan Scholars program announced its 2026 class on April 14, 2026.

The players

East Tennessee State University (ETSU)

A public university located in Johnson City, Tennessee that serves over 14,000 students.

Roan Scholars Program

A prestigious four-year leadership scholarship program at ETSU that provides financial support and leadership development opportunities for exceptional students from the Tri-Cities region.

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The takeaway

The selection of these four local students as Roan Scholars highlights the academic excellence and leadership potential of young people in the Tri-Cities region. The Roan Scholars program is an important investment in developing the next generation of community leaders in Northeast Tennessee.