Rohnert Park, Calif.—Southern Wine & Spirits of America, Inc. and the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University announced the Southern Wine & Spirits of America Wine Business Scholarship Fund to provide two scholarships annually for five years to undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in wine business.

Funds are awarded in support of career advancement and educational accomplishment to offset costs of tuition, books, fees, housing and other expenses. Eligibility requirements include a 3.0 grade point average or higher, current or planned career in the wine industry, and demonstration of a strong work ethic, human relationship skills and a passion for the wine industry.

Since 2011, Southern has been a corporate partner of SSU in support of the Professional Sales Certificate program and annual etiquette dinner for students. Applications for the Southern Wine & Spirits of America Wine Business Scholarship Fund are due Friday, March 11, 2016. For more information visit: sonoma.edu