Eight Bell County Seniors Commit to UCU, Over $190,000 Awarded in Scholarships

Maisie Nelson • June 4, 2025


Union Commonwealth University is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of seniors from Bell County High School who have committed to continue their academic journeys at Union. Together, these students have been awarded over $190,000 in scholarships, recognizing both academic excellence and athletic talent.


The university participated in Bell County High School’s Signing Day on April 17, where eight seniors officially signed with Union. Among them were:

 Cheerleading: Glynn Daniels, Alexis Sinsabaugh, Baylee Keck

 Women’s Soccer: Allie Partin

 Academic: Andrea Miracle, Cailee Pierce, Kaylan Layne, and Sarah Barnett


These students were also honored during Honors Night on April 24, where Union announced additional scholarship recipients Holland Russel and Carson Ward, bringing the total number of Bell County seniors receiving Union scholarships to ten.


Scholarship Summary for Bell County Class of 2025:

 Academic Merit Scholarships: $133,400

 Athletic Scholarships: $45,000

 Union Distinction Grant: $15,218


“We’re thrilled to welcome these outstanding Bell County students into the Union family,” said Kinsey Forgey, Admissions Counselor. “Each of these students brings talent, determination, and promise to our campus, and we’re proud to support them with scholarships as they take this next step in their academic and athletic journeys.”


Union Commonwealth University remains committed to making higher education affordable and accessible for students across southeastern Kentucky. 


For more information about admissions and scholarships, visit www.unionky.edu/admit.


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