PEMBROKE, N.C., May 11 -- The University of North Carolina at Pembroke issued the following news release:

A college education is critical for careers in the science disciplines. Beyond the books, laboratory exercises, and exams, however, opportunities sometimes arise that give students better insights into the journey ahead. People who have gone before can be valuable sources of inspiration and guideposts for overcoming personal challenges along the way.

For decades, the GlaxoSmithKline Foundation has touched the lives of women across the state by encouraging outstanding scholarship and professional development and by providing one-on-one mentoring to navigate careers. Glaxo's Women in Science Scholars are selected from among the best and...