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National Institute on Cooperative Education (NICE)

NICE is a Youth Scholar Program that provides both educational and social activities. The primary objectives are to:

 

1.      Increase the understanding of basic cooperative principles, how cooperatives are organized and operated, and how to use cooperatives;

2.      Develop an understanding of the issues creating challenges and opportunities for cooperatives today;

3.      Provide opportunities for participation and leadership development;

4.      Encourage youth scholars to explore career possibilities with cooperatives; and

5.      Provide opportunities to become acquainted with cooperative leaders, members, educators, and other youth.

 

The 2009 NICE will be held on July 25-29 at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. For an application or more information, contact Marie Stiles at scco-opcouncil@sc.rr.com or click the links below the photo to obtain an application and additional information about NICE.
 

 

SC Youth Scholars at 2009 NICE
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The South Carolina Cooperative Council and the member cooperatives provide scholarships to deserving youth to attend NICE each year.