Drummond Ltd. continues to boost the future of young people with university scholarships in 2025.

Ciénaga, January 25, 2025

*This year 17young people distinguished for their academic excellence, from the departments of Cesar and Magdalena, joined the group of beneficiaries that, since 2006, have positively impacted the lives of 244 students and their families.

*Group of young beneficiaries of the Drummond 2025 Scholarships in Cesar in the company of local authorities and executives of the mining company..

Consolidating its commitment to education as a fundamental pillar of sustainable development in its communities of influence, Drummond Ltd. held the ‘Drummond 2025 Scholarship Awards’ event, held in the Pablo Oliveros Marmolejo Auditorium of the Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina in Valledupar, and in the Santamar Hotel Convention Center in Santa Marta.

The ceremonies, held in the capitals of Cesar on January 23 and Magdalena on January 24, were attended by company leaders, local authorities, family members of the new scholarship recipients and the community in general. During the event, the beneficiaries signed and received the certificate awarding them their scholarship, along with the comprehensive support that characterizes the program: full financing of university tuition until the end of their higher education studies, plus a monthly maintenance allowance and psychosocial support.

*”With the 17 scholarships we are awarding this year, we now have a total of 244 scholarships, and these are a very important component of the Education and Training pillar that is part of our sustainability strategy,” said José Miguel Linares, president of Drummond Ltd. during his speech at the event.

*José Miguel Linares, president of
Drummond Ltd.

Drummond announced the new beneficiaries of its Scholarship Program:

In the department of Cesar: Eliza Mariana Loaiza Welquer (Bosconia); Daniel Francisco Torres Pacheco (Chiriguaná); Laura Marcela Bustos Monroy (La Jagua de Ibirico); Camilo Andrés Petano Gómez (El Paso); Daniel David Bravo Almendrales (El Copey); Ángel Abdón Pérez Ceballos (Chiriguaná); Johan Fernando Vargas Valdés (La Jagua de Ibirico); Stacey Nicolee Ríos Chiquillo (Agustín Codazzi); Esteban David Anaya Fuentes (Agustín Codazzi); Yanitza Juliana Soto Lizarazo (Becerril); Becky Johana Jaimes Jiménez (Chiriguaná) and Isabella Sofía Cujia Montaño (La Jagua de Ibirico).

In the department of Magdalena: Julián Sebastián Oses Sánchez (Ciénaga); Sebastián Herrera Mendoza (Aracataca); Elohim Gaón Alemán (Aracataca); Lina Marcela Santoya Molinares (Aracataca) and Mauro Andrés Sosa Torres (Zona Bananera).

*Magdalena 2025 graduates

During the scholarship award ceremony in the department of Cesar, Camilo Andrés Petano Gómez, the new Drummond 2025 Scholarship recipient, expressed his pride at receiving this award for his academic excellence: “It is an honor for me to accept this award, which has been the fruit of my effort and that of my family, and clearly also of my educational institution, which for years forged me to get to where I am today.”

Likewise, Sebastián Herrera Mendoza, the new Drummond 2025 Scholarship recipient in Magdalena, expressed his gratitude: “I feel very happy, the truth is that this is a great recognition, a great opportunity for me to be able to achieve my dreams. Thank God I was able to get this scholarship.”

Inspirational stories

The event was also a platform to highlight the achievements of previous generations. In Valledupar, Ginella Bermudez, a former 2015 Cesar scholarship recipient, shared her background and encouraged the new students to make the most of this opportunity: “I speak to you from the heart. This is an invaluable opportunity, not only to achieve your goals, but to become an example of what can be achieved with hard work and determination. The opportunity to change your lives and contribute to the development of your communities is in your hands.”

Similarly, José Guerra, former Drummond 2020 graduate from Magdalena and current intern at the company, took the opportunity to send a motivational message to the new winners: “Believe in yourselves. This scholarship defines not only what they have achieved, but also what they are capable of achieving. Take advantage of every opportunity, work with passion, and never forget why you started on this path. Whatever career you have chosen or will choose, the important thing is that you envision yourselves growing both professionally and personally.”

A legacy of transformation

By ensuring inclusive, quality education aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, Drummond Ltd. reaffirms its commitment to regional progress. The network of former scholarship recipients, today outstanding professionals, is testimony to the multiplier effect of this program, which continues to generate opportunities and build more promising futures.

During the event, the president of Drummond Ltd. Colombia, José Miguel Linares, emphasized: “Let’s protect and defend our coal industry. With it, we will continue with all the social programs that the company manages, especially with this ‘Educational Route’ for the progress of the region.”

Drummond Ltd. reaffirms its commitment to the well-being of the communities in its area of influence, integrating education as an essential component aligned with its vision of sustainable mining. Thus, it builds a positive legacy that transcends generations, betting on the formation of leaders who contribute to the integral development of Cesar and Magdalena.

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonal of Ángel Abdón Pérez Ceballos – Becado Drummond 2025 (Cesar)