Two siblings from Wasco, Juan and Daniella Villacorta, were awarded the first AI scholarships in Kern County during the Youth 2 Leaders ceremony Tuesday evening. - Each scholarship is worth $1,500 and renewable for additional years.
- Recipients must be first-generation college students and pursuing a career in AI. - Daniella will enter Cal State Bakersfield as a junior; Juan is a senior there.
The Payne Pathway Foundation, led by Skylar Payne, aims to support local talent in AI careers.