Mediacom Communications announced the selection of Addie Hemmings, a senior at Sherwood Christian Academy, as a recipient of the company’s World Class Scholarship Program. The $1,000 scholarship recognizes the Albany resident for excellence in leadership and academics.

“Mediacom understands the importance of investing in future leaders like Addie Hemmings,” said Mediacom’s Regional Vice President, Mitch Arnevik. “I’m proud that our company annually commits financial support to talented local students with the Mediacom World Class Scholarship Program. We congratulate all Class of ’25 graduates, and particularly celebrate Addie’s outstanding achievements so far.”

“Our corporate philosophy goes beyond achieving business success. We are deeply committed to fostering the potential of young minds, recognizing that investments in student development help lay the foundation for a brighter and more promising future for all," said Tapan Dandnaik, Mediacom's SVP of Operations, Product Strategy, and Consumer Experience.

This year marks the 24^th consecutive year Mediacom has funded World Class Scholarships for students who live in areas where the Company delivers high-speed broadband services. Each year, Mediacom selects 60 graduating seniors who each receive scholarships to support their post-secondary education. Upon receiving the scholarship, recipients must attend an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or technical school within the United States.