MARTIN, Tenn. – A McNairy County student has been awarded a scholarship for the 2011-2012 academic year to attend the University of Tennessee at Martin, according to Judy Rayburn, director of admissions.

Kelcey Amerson, daughter of Keith and Kelly Amerson of Finger, will be a freshman.  She received the Leaders-in-Residence Scholarship.

Additional information on scholarships and other types of financial assistance is available by contacting UT Martin Office of Student Financial Assistance, 205 Administration Building, UT Martin, Martin, Tenn. 38238.  In-state residents telephone 800-829-UTM1; out-of-state residents should call (731) 881-7040.