HMGMA announces $100,000 donation to Georgia Southern, establishing scholarship

STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - At Saturday night’s Eagles’ game, the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) presented a gift to Georgia Southern President Kyle Marrero.

HMGMA announced they would be donating $100,000 to establish a scholarship at Georgia Southern University.

This formally establishes the “Hyundai Motor Gorup Metaplant America Scholarship,” which is a $100,000 commitment that will be paid over the course of four years beginning in 2025.

HMGMA officials say the money will provide scholarships for students from Bulloch, Effingham, Bryan or Chatham counties pursuing a degree in the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing.

Officials wrote that the gift is symbolic, “100K for 100 Meta Pros. Already more than 100 GSU alumni are employed at HMGMA.”

“Investing in local students ensures that future Meta Pros will find great career opportunities right here near the communities they call home,” said HMGMA Chief Administrative Officer Brent Stubbs. “We’re already seen the incredible talent GSU provides, and this scholarship is a way to honor the 100 Eagles who are already helping us build the future right here in Georgia.”

Georgia Southern’s President Kyle Marrero said this partnership will help local students pursue their careers.

“We are grateful to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America for this generous investment in our students and our region,” Marrero said. “This scholarship not only strengthens our partnership with one of Georgia’s most transformative employers, but it also ensures that talented students from our surrounding communities have the opportunity to pursue great careers. Together, we are building a pipeline of leaders and innovators who will shape the future of our state and beyond.”

Students will be able to apply for the scholarship through their MyScholarships portal in MyGeorgiaSouthern later in the fall semester.