FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Aug. 19 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news release:

Charles L. King, a two-time College of Engineering graduate and chief technology officer at Evergy, has committed $25,000 to the Land of Opportunity Scholarship. The gift will help Arkansas students with high financial need bridge the gap between a student's grants and scholarships and the direct costs to attend college, including tuition, mandatory fees and housing.

"Charles King's gift honors a remarkable family legacy while creating new opportunities for Arkansas students," said Chancellor Charles Robinson. "His support of the Land of Opportunity Scholarship will help talented students overcome financial barriers, earn a University of Arkansas ...