Legendary rock band Metallica has once again awarded Lone Star College funds to help students find exciting new careers in dental assisting, floorhand roustabout and phlebotomy.

“We are tremendously appreciative of Metallica’s continued support,” said Linda Leto Head, LSC senior associate vice chancellor, External and Employer Relations. “This grant will provide job skill training that is very much in demand.”

“Our 2019 Metallica Scholars have exceeded expectations and inspired us in more ways than we could have possibly imagined,” said Metallica’s Lars Ulrich in a statement. “We’re really excited to be able to expand the initiative in its second year, assisting more students in achieving their dreams and transforming their lives in 2020.”

This is the second year in a row LSC was selected by the band’s All Within My Hands Foundation which is dedicated to creating sustainable communities by supporting workforce education, the fight against hunger and other critical local services.

“Thanks to these funds, I’ll be able to be working within three months,” said Edward McBryde, LSC Floorhand Roustabout graduate. “I grew up listening to their music and am grateful for this opportunity.”

The LSC Foundation is matching the $50,000 grant, making a total of $100,000 available to qualified students. The Metallica Scholars grant is provided in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges.

Visit LoneStar.edu/Metallica to learn how you can rock yourself into a new career!