Cedric Richmond Scholarship Program awards more than 40 Southern University students

Cedric Richmond Scholarship Program awards more than 40 Southern University students

More than 40 Southern University students have been awarded scholarships through the Cedric Richmond Scholarship Program, providing critical financial support as they continue their academic journeys. The Southern University System led all systems in the state in total recipients, followed by the University of Louisiana System.

The program recognizes students across Louisiana for their academic achievement and commitment to higher education, helping reduce financial barriers and support degree completion.

The selected Southern University students represent a range of academic disciplines and reflect the university's continued commitment to student success and academic excellence.

Recipients include:

• Alaishia Joseph
• Amari Baham
• Amia French
• Auna Cook
• Bandar Alshaiban
• Carl Nixon Jr.
• Carmyn Calhoun
• Christopher Thibodeaux
• Curtis Williams Jr.
• Georrein Dupre
• Jada Kelly
• Jaden York
• Jakari Brown
• Jordan Banks
• Justin Thomas Jr.
• Kaelee Jackson
• Kaileena Jackson
• Keira Miracle-Tilford
• Kellen Anthony
• Kennedi Evans
• LaDarius Daniels
• Lauren Otis
• Marleigh Wright
• Mason Fontenot
• Maya Kirk
• Najah Freeman
• Reagan Rodgers
• Ricky Critney
• Saige Kenner
• Samajh Robinson
• Soija Cameron
• Sydnee Jackson
• Teja Morrise
• Tiana Block
• Tre'vonna Williams
• Vernell Jones
• Xilyn Berzas
• Zachary Brooks
• Zaya Peyton
• Zoe Hill
• Reginald Ellis II

The recognition highlights the continued impact of scholarship support in helping Southern University students persist and succeed in their academic journeys.