Abernathy: LtoR: Laine Mulcock and Kelton Carver with David Murimi of Vexus Fiber
LUBBOCK, Tx. – June 4, 2025 – Vexus Fiber, a leading provider of high-speed fiber-optic internet, proudly announces the award of $93,000 in scholarships to 31 graduating seniors from rural Texas communities. Each student will receive a $3,000 scholarship to support their post-secondary education.
Established in 2018, the Vexus Fiber Scholarship Program was created to recognize and support exceptional students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to their communities. By investing in the future of these young leaders, Vexus Fiber is helping build stronger communities and a more connected Texas.
“We’re honored to invest in the futures of these remarkable students,” said David Murimi, Community Engagement Coordinator at Vexus Fiber. “Education is the cornerstone of thriving communities, and this scholarship program lets us give back to the rural towns that have welcomed Vexus. By easing some of the financial load, we’re helping each recipient focus on learning and growing their futures.”
The winners of the 2025 Vexus Scholarship Program include:
- Kelton Carver and Laine Mulcock from Abernathy ISD
- Brooklyn Kinsey, Megan Pullen, and Tyson Spencer from Canyon ISD
- Aspyn Hearin and Addison Scott from Colorado ISD
- John Talbert, a homeschool graduate
- Addisen Campbell and Mia Flores from Levelland ISD
- Miriam Cueto and Benton “Chip” Green from Littlefield ISD
- Aubree Peralez from Muleshoe ISD
- David Barraza, Mason Childress, Aaron Diaz, Sarah Gray, Avery McCarley, Nicky Price, and Rylan Qualls from Pampa ISD
- Logann Carreon, Maggie Grimes, and Cyla Long from Shallowater ISD
- Scarlett Chancey and Kaylynn Salazar from Slaton ISD
- Anais Calderon and Rylan Smith from Smyer ISD
- Mia Adams, Griffin Chennault, Madilyn Kennedy, and April Rahimov from Whitehouse ISD
The scholarship funds can be used to cover various educational expenses, including tuition, books, fees, and other related costs. By providing financial assistance, Vexus Fiber aims to remove barriers to higher education and empower students to reach their career goals. Established under Chapter 74 of the Texas Property Code, the Vexus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $270,000 since its inception in 2018.
Vexus Fiber extends its congratulations to all the scholarship recipients and wishes them continued success in their academic and professional endeavors. The company remains committed to supporting education and fostering the growth and development of rural communities across Texas.
Vexus Fiber is part of Metronet, the country’s largest and fastest-growing privately owned fiber-to-the-home company. Together, they operate fiber-to-the-home networks in more than 300 communities across 19 states and are actively expanding their fiber-optic network in 90 communities at any given time. In 2023 and 2024, Metronet was named PCMag’s “Fastest Major ISP.”
Vexus Fiber currently operates fiber-to-the-home networks in Lubbock, Amarillo, Wichita Falls, Abilene, Rio Grande Valley, Laredo, Tyler, San Angelo, Nacogdoches, Huntsville, Denison and surrounding areas in Texas, as well as Hammond, Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, Lake Charles and Alexandria in Louisiana, and Albuquerque and Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Slaton: LtoR: David Murimi of Vexus Fiber, Scarlett Chancey and Kaylynn Salazar
Whitehouse: LtoR: Mia Adams, April Rahimov, Griffin Chennault and Madilyn Kennedy with Josh Stinnett of Vexus Fiber
Smyer: LtoR: Rylan Smith, David Murimi of Vexus Fiber and Anais Calderon
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Vexus Fiber, a leading provider of high-speed fiber-optic internet, is part of Metronet, the fiber-to-the-home company. Vexus offers advanced telecommunications services for residents and business customers across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana. As a technology leader, Vexus Fiber offers an extensive range of internet connectivity over a true fiber-to-the-premises network. Services include HD Video, Voice, TeleCloud Business Services and more. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service, Vexus Fiber is revolutionizing the way people connect and communicate. For more information, please visit VexusFiber.com.