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Strayer University Supports Next Generation of Social Justice Leaders through Fellows for Justice Scholarship
Full-tuition scholarships awarded to 84 students who are making a positive impact in their communities WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today, Strayer
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nFull-tuition scholarships awarded to 84 students who are making a positive impact in their communities\n\n WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nToday, Strayer University announced 10 new recipients of the Strayer University Fellows for Justice Program Scholarship, an initiative designed to help students build talent and leadership skills they can use to make a positive impact in their communities. The 10 recipients, selected for their community leadership, will join 74 currently active fellows that have been awarded a full-tuition scholarship since the program launch for a Strayer University bachelor’s degree program in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, or information technology.\n\nFirst launched in 2020 in six cities nationwide – Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Charlotte, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Philadelphia, and Nashville – the fellowship’s mission is to develop talent and leadership skills required to confront issues and enact societal change around equity, diversity, and inclusion. The program has since expanded to Houston and New Jersey.\n\n“As Strayer University celebrates over 130 years of providing relevant educational opportunities that are accessible for all, the Fellows for Justice scholarship feels particularly meaningful,” said Andréa Backman, President of Strayer University. “We launched this competitive scholarship program to develop the next generation of social justice leaders and help build the talent and leadership skills needed to mitigate social and economic inequalities. We congratulate our new fellows and look forward to seeing what they accomplish in school and in their communities.”\n\nIn addition to a full scholarship, Fellows for Justice develops leadership skills through coursework and supplemental programs, including a capstone project and an opportunity to serve as mentors and on the Student Advisory Board.\n\nThe fellows hold leadership and volunteer roles in community organizations, including:\n\n\n2nd Chance Living\n\n\nBobby Tillman’s Family (BFAM)\n\n\nourBRIDGE for KIDS of Charlotte\n\n\nCurrent fellow, Trelise Baker, is the founder, President and CEO of 2nd Chance Living. Her business provides workforce development resources to women who have been released from the penal system. “I am proud to advocate on behalf of women who deserve the support and resources to start again,” said B...