FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
06/12/2025
McLean, VA – The Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) Dairy Council is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 Tom Imbordino Memorial Dairy Science Scholarship Program. This year marks the scholarship's fifth year offering two awards of $3,100 each available to students pursuing careers in the dairy and food industry.
Established in 2020 by the FPSA Dairy Council, the scholarship honors the memory of Tom Imbordino, a founding member of the Dairy Council and longtime publisher of Dairy Foods Magazine. Imbordino was known for his enthusiastic support of the dairy industry and his commitment to creating professional development opportunities for emerging talent.
“Tom Imbordino's legacy of passion and dedication to the dairy industry continues through this scholarship program,” said Chris Lyons, President & CEO of FPSA. “These scholarships represent our commitment to nurturing the next generation of dairy professionals who will drive innovation and growth in our industry.”
The scholarship program welcomes applications from junior and senior level undergraduate students as well as Master's and Ph.D. candidates in dairy and food science programs at North American universities. Citizenship is not required for eligibility.
Recipients will be selected based on academic performance, demonstrated commitment to a career in the dairy or food industry, and potential for future success. The selection process includes review of academic transcripts, a career narrative, work experience, leadership activities, and letters of recommendation.
“Receiving the Tom Imbordino Memorial Dairy Science Scholarship has allowed me to meet many intelligent and innovative individuals in the field,” shared Emily Cole, a past recipient from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. “It motivates me to meet my goals and reinforces my belief in the importance of contributing to an industry that plays such a vital role in our daily lives.”
The scholarship program reflects the FPSA Dairy Council's broader mission to support dairy industry initiatives and create value for member companies involved in the dairy sector. The Council functions as an industry-focused group that emphasizes dairy-related initiatives designed to drive improvements in FPSA's events, membership programs, and overall value proposition.
Students interested in applying can access the online application at https://form.jotform.com/251244160625146. All application materials must be submitted in English and include supporting documentation. Applications without complete supporting materials will be deemed ineligible.
The application deadline is July 11, 2025. Questions about the scholarship program or application process can be directed to info@fpsa.org or 703-761-2600.
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ABOUT FPSA
The Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) is a trade association serving suppliers to the food processing and packaging industry. FPSA's mission is to create a collaborative environment that brings together food manufacturers, equipment suppliers, and service providers to engage, learn, and foster innovation across the food industry. Through education, networking, and philanthropic initiatives, FPSA is building a sustainable future for the food industry. Learn More
ABOUT THE FPSA DAIRY COUNCIL
The Dairy Council functions as an effective dairy industry-focused council supporting the goals and objectives of FPSA, emphasizing dairy-related initiatives designed to drive improvements in the association's trade show, membership, conferences, and overall value proposition. The Council meets quarterly and facilitates connections to dairy customers, associations, and industry experts while creating value for member companies involved in the dairy industry. Learn More
