Washington, Sept. 24 -- Congressman Morgan Griffith issued the following press release:

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Ferrum College, based in Ferrum, Virginia, a $1,977,991 grant. The funding comes through the Department's Strengthening Institutions Program to help higher education institutions serve low-income students. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

"Ferrum College is an educational institution supporting Ninth District communities.

"This grant for nearly $2 million helps Ferrum College serve the educational needs of its students."

BACKGROUND

According to its website (https://www.ed.gov/grants-and-programs/grants-special-populations/grants-econ...