University High School senior Padric Hatton has been selected as a Lilly Scholar at Purdue University. This scholarship program, a collaboration between Eli Lilly and Company and Purdue University, is designed to develop interest and talent in pharmaceutical manufacturing while providing students with academic and professional opportunities.

The Lilly Scholars at Purdue program includes:
•Full tuition for up to eight semesters
•Professional development coursework to support the transition from high school to college
•A guaranteed paid internship at Lilly during the sophomore year, with opportunities for further internships and full-time employment
•Access to a dedicated Lilly Scholars Program Manager and Purdue’s student support network
•Mentorship from industry leaders and Purdue alumni, along with curated events on campus and at Lilly facilities

Padric will be majoring in engineering at Purdue, and this scholarship will provide him with resources and experiences to support his academic and career goals. His hard work and dedication have earned him this opportunity, and we look forward to seeing his future achievements.