Student Statements

I am Othello, an 18 year old Ghanian American academic scholar-athlete, who is a gifted visual artist and a track runner.  I was  told that I was the only child that entered the world not making a single sound, as if I was waiting to be born.  I’m beyond humbled and grateful for the blessings I received I have been accepted to several colleges based solely on my academic merit.  There have been several colleges that wanted me to come to just focus on being an athlete but I am committed to being a scholar athlete that focuses on academic work first.  Fortunately, I received two small scholarships but I still must raise $25,000.00 to attend my dream school at Howard University.  My daily routine consists of school, practice, virtual programs, homework and applying to scholarships.  This application will be my 48th scholarship that I will be applying to and counting until I reach my goal.  Thank you for the opportunity to consider funding my education and allowing me to participate in your program.