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FOSSI Scholar Profiles

Meet FOSSI scholars and read about where they're from, their hobbies and interests, and their excitement for pursuing a STEM degree at their HBCU of choice. 

Meet Dillon Lewis: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending Florida A&M University

This scholarship is exceedingly important as it provides the financial assistance that I need to pay for college, and also a mentorship program. I couldn’t be more grateful. 

Meet Micah Atkins: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending Tuskegee University

I am currently attending Tuskegee University as a chemical engineering major. I am so excited for this chapter of my life and I’m happy to be supported by this beautiful organization.

Meet Caleb Cole: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending North Carolina A&T

Studying chemical engineering will give me the knowledge needed to pursue a career in STEM, allowing me to achieve my goal of developing sustainable technology and processes.

Meet Kyndall Jackson: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending North Carolina A&T State

I am excited by the transformative potential of biomedical engineering. My goal is to address healthcare disparities and ensure that medical advancements are accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background.

Meet Justin Lewis: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending Prairie View A&M University

When COVID hit, I developed an interest in medicine, inspired by the healthcare heroes I saw. This led me to Biomedical Engineering, where I could merge my love for engineering with solving medical challenges.

Meet Gabrielle Dennis: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending Tuskegee University

I am passionate about pursuing a degree in a STEM- related field, specifically engineering, because engineering is a male-dominated field, and I want to prove that I can thrive in engineering as a black woman.

Meet Camille Pair: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending North Carolina A&T State University

A career in technology and entrepreneurship allow me to solve real-world problems while offering exponential growth potential and flexibility for me and my future employees. 

Meet Azaan Dinkins: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending North Carolina A&T State University

I hope to use my education in chemical engineering to explore semiconductor and battery technologies to create sustainable energy resources, combating climate change.

Meet Kaedan Hendrix: 2024 FOSSI Scholar Attending Howard University

Being a champion for a better future has always been my greatest interest, and I plan to spur change in the medical field to the best of my ability.

Keep up With FOSSI Scholars

Keep up with FOSSI scholars and learn about how they are adjusting to life on campus, overcoming challenges, and taking advantage of the wide-ranging benefits of the FOSSI program.

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