Puma presents $1 million check to CAU for scholarships

Puma is making sure students at Clark Atlanta University can follow their dreams of a career in sports.

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On Saturday, the company presented the university with a $1 million dollar check.

The first-of-its-kind partnership will create scholarships for the next five years.

It will help students prepare for roles in the sports apparel industry.

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The partnership includes a customized curriculum, career prep, research projects and internships.

Students will have the opportunity to learn about design and merchandising, and includes roles in information technology, marketing and supply chain management.

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