C&I Engineering Scholarships Support University of Louisville Engineering Students

For nearly 20 years, C&I Engineering has supported the next generation of engineers through the C&I Engineering Scholarship Endowment Fund at the University of Louisville’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering.

C&I established the scholarship in 2007 to help talented engineering students pursue their education and prepare for impactful careers. Since then, the fund has helped more than 100 students achieve their academic goals.

Investing in Engineering Education and Future Industry Leaders

The scholarship supports students who have completed at least two full-time semesters at the Speed School. Eligible students must pursue degrees in chemical, mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering. The selection process considers both academic achievement and financial need.

In addition, the Speed School reviews applications throughout the year through its Continuing Student Scholarship program. As a result, qualified students can receive assistance as they advance through their engineering studies.

C&I Engineering is proud to recognize the 2026 scholarship recipients:

• Fern Potter, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Bryson Cissell, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Kyi Sin, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Ibukunoluwa Akindele, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Alishan Aliyev, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

As a company founded by engineers, C&I understands the value of investing in future talent. Furthermore, supporting engineering education reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening local communities. It also helps develop the next generation of problem-solvers and industry leaders.

“We are proud to support students pursuing engineering careers and to continue our longstanding partnership with the University of Louisville’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering,” said Ray Roberson, Executive Director of Operations and Safety. “These students represent the future of our profession, and we are honored to play a small role in helping them achieve their goals.”

Finally, C&I Engineering congratulates the 2026 scholarship recipients and wishes them continued success in their academic and professional journeys.gineering wishes each of them continued success in their academic and professional journeys.