Hercules Scholars

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Major: Management Information Systems Minor: Cyber Security Classification: Senior Career goal: Plan to devise and support methods for making and keeping the world safe. Motto: With God by my side I believe I can control my destiny”. Congratulations to Virginia State University Hercules Scholar, Dumoi Pole. Dumoi has been […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Houston, TX Major: Business Marketing Classification: Senior Career goal: To establish a solid position in the business world so he can give back to his community. Motto: “The game (life) will test you, but never fold. Stay ten toes down. it’s not on you, it’s in you. And what’s in you, they can never […]

GPA: 3.54 Hometown: Stone Mountain, GA Major: Mathematics Classification: Junior Career goal: To decrease the number of those experiencing poverty through resources, education, mentoring, and volunteering. Motto: “The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary” – Vince Lombard   Congratulations to Fort Valley State University Hercules Scholar, Samuel Ofori. Samuel has been selected […]

Meet Jhavani Mezier. Jhavani has been selected as this week’s recipient of the $1,500 scholarship from the Tom Joyner Foundation. This future attorney

GPA: 3.85 Hometown: Macon, Georgia Major: Social Work Classification: Sophomore Motto: Why settle for failure when success is free? -Unknown Congratulations to Zaquan Baldwin on becoming a Hercules Scholar! Zaquan attends our June School of the Month, Fort Valley State University. Zaquan considers himself blessed as he is a Hurricane Katrina survivor. Zaquan has learned being […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana Major: Supply Chain & Logistics Management Classification: Sophomore Career goal: My main goal in society is to invest in the youth and strengthen the skills that we lack. Making an impact in the African-American community is a determined goal Motto: “The difference between a successful person and others is […]

Hometown: Kyle, TX Major: Kinesiology Classification: Junior GPA: 4.0 Motto: “Be the hardest working person you know” Congratulations to Luis Martinez, our last Hercules Scholar of the week for our May School of the Month, Huston-Tillotson University. Luis has been selected as this week’s recipient of the $1,500 scholarship from the Tom Joyner Foundation. This […]

Hometown: Lima, Ohio Major: Biology (Pre-Med) Classification: Senior Motto: “Stay focused and never give up” Congratulations to Perkins Jackson, our Hercules Scholar of the week for our May School of the Month, Huston-Tillotson University. Perkins has been selected as this week’s recipient of the $1,500 scholarship from the Tom Joyner Foundation. This young man has […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Grapevine, Texas Major: Sociology Classification: Junior Motto: “This country is in deep need of a moral revival” – William Barber Congratulations to Garrett deGraffenreid, the Hercules Scholar of the week for our May School of the Month, Huston-Tillotson University. Garrett is an exceptional student that finds time to be an intern at […]

Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Major: Liberal Arts Classification: Junior Motto: “Stay focused and never give up”   Congratulations to Kieth Broome Jr., this week’s Hercules Scholar for our May School of the Month, Huston-Tillotson University. Kieth is involved at his school as well as in the Austin community. Read more about Kieth below, in his […]

GPA: 3.53 Hometown: Houston, Texas Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Freshman Career goal: “To play a significant role in modernizing the justice system to proactively respond to the needs of the community in an emotionally intelligent way, while de-criminalizing processes that marginalizes/targets certain populations of society.” Motto: “When life gives you lemons, take the seeds and […]

Congratulations to Justin Austin, a junior Mass Communications major, Military Science minor from Virginia State University. We congratulate him not only for becoming a Hercules Scholar but for helping our nation by being a part of the US Army Reserve. Read more about Justin below, in his own words.

GPA: 3.84 Hometown: Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area Major: Accounting Classification: Senior Career goal: To decrease the number of those experiencing poverty through resources, education, mentoring, and volunteering. Motto: “You should either pray or worry, don’t do both” -50 Cent Congratulations to Micah Bullard, a senior Accounting major from Virginia State University. Micah is the type […]

GPA: 3.85 Hometown: Richmond, VA Major: Psychology Classification: Junior Career goal: Motto: “I can do all things, through Christ who strengthens me” -Philippians 4:13 Congratulations to Devon Jackson, a junior Psychology major from Virginia State University. Devon’s involvement on campus is a prime example of VSUExcellence. Read more about Devon below, in his own words. […]

  GPA: 3.6 Hometown: Fairfax, VA Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Sophomore Career goal: To decrease the number of those experiencing poverty through resources, education, mentoring, and volunteering. Motto: “Though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.” -Psalm 37:24 Congratulations to Keith Barbour, a sophomore Criminal Justice major […]

GPA: 3.81 Hometown: Florida Major: Business Business Accounting Classification: Junior Motto: “To serve others before myself”   Congratulations Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba Ndiaye! This week’s Herc Scholar had a few words to share about himself: My post-graduation plan is to go to grad school to obtain my master’s in accounting. I am the president of the […]

Hometown: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Major: Computer Science Classification: Junior Motto: “Learn as much as you can, but never forget to teach what you learned” Congratulations to Meharu Negawo for being our Herc Scholar of the week! Here is what he had to say: My name is Meharu Negawo and I am an international student from Ethiopia. […]

Hometown: Temple Hill, MarylandMajor: Mass CommunicationsClassification: SophomoreMotto: Keep pushing for greatness This week’s Herc Scholar has post-graduation plans of getting a job as a sports anchor and reporter where he is able to cover the Super Bowl, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, the World Series, and many more sporting events. Nicholas works to build his portfolio with hopes of […]

GPA: 4.0Hometown: Indian Trail, North CarolinaMajor: Physics and Engineering Classification: FreshmanCareer goal: Make a difference in the world by decreasing the number of people experiencing poverty through lack of resources, education, mentoring, and volunteering. Congratulations to Travon Willis for being this week’s Hercules scholar! Read more about Travon below, in his own words. My plans after my college career is […]

GPA: 3.7 Hometown: Lilesville, North Carolina Major: Computer Information Systems (CIS) Classification: Senior Career goal: To become a software engineer Motto: Live life to the fullest and get out of your comfort zone Congratulations Justin Williams on becoming a Hercules Scholar! Williams is involved in the Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, TRIO Leadership Council, and involved as a CIS (computer information systems) […]

GPA: 3.7 Hometown: Ellicott City, Maryland Major: Sociology Classification: Junior Career goal: To advocate for those without the means to speak up for themselves, especially people of color and young people. Motto: A man that stands for nothing will fall for anything” -Malcolm X Congratulations to William McCorn for being this week’s Hercules scholar! William McCorn is an honor […]

Hometown: Florence, South Carolina Classification: Freshmen Major: Marketing Minor: Mass Communications Motto: “I can accomplish whatever I put my mind to” Congratulations to Quentin Seegars, our Herc Scholar of the week! Quentin is a freshman at Claflin University. Quentin is making strides towards a positive future by becoming very active on campus and working towards […]

GPA: 3.8 Hometown: Bluffton, South Carolina Major: Mass Communications, minor in Journalism Classification: Sophomore Career goal: be a music producer and writer Motto: “Being able to do all things through Christ.” Congratulations to Gregory, our Herc Scholar of the week! Gregory Whittaker is a sophomore, mass communications major with a journalism minor from Bluffton, South Carolina. […]

GPA: 3.96 Hometown: Jonesboro, Georgia Major: Music Classification: Junior Career goal: To become an ethnomusicologist, singer, and inspirational speaker Motto: “Live life above the influence” Congratulations to Christoph McFadden, a junior music major from Claflin University, for being this week’s Hercules scholar! Christoph McFadden is a native of Atlanta, Georgia and currently a junior music major concentrating […]

GPA: 3.59 Hometown: Hopkin, South Carolina Major: Middle-Level Education Classification: Junior Career goal: Ultimately to become a divorce court judge Motto: “Never settle for less when there is a grand opportunity to be great.” Congratulations to Resean Lane, a junior education major with a minor in Psychology from Claflin University. Resean is very active on campus, involved […]

HBCU: Claflin University Classification: Sophomore Major: Mass Communications Tariq is an honor student with career plans of becoming a film and tv producer and director. At Claflin, Tariq is a campus peer tutor, member of Men of Valor, the Honda Campus All Star Team, volunteers and mentors in the Orangeburg community, tutors at the Orangeburg […]

  Name: Cordell Riddick Classification: Junior Major: Computer Information Systems GPA: 3.95 Cordell is a junior, computer information systems major with a security minor from Chesapeake, Virginia. Cordell plans to be a commissioned officer in the U.S. Marine Corp. At Bethune, Cordell is a member of the Bethune Cookman Marching Wildcats, the Symphonic Band, is a peer […]

    Major: Computer Science Technology Classification: Junior G.P.A: 4.0 Career goal: Intelligence Officer or Information Warfare Officer in the U.S Army Hometown: Jackson, MI A Texas-size congrats to our Hercules Scholarship recipient of the week. Hello, my name is Nigel Alexander-Ivery. I am currently applying for the 2018 Hercules Scholar for the Tom Joyner Foundation. My current […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Decatur, Georgia Major: Performing arts Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a successful actor/director Congratulations to Kennedy Carroll, this week’s Hercules scholarship winner. The sophomore, performing arts major, strives to become a successful actor/director. Read more about Kennedy Carroll, in his own words, below. Greetings! My name is Kennedy Carroll and I am majoring […]

GPA: 3.95 Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Major: Accounting Classification: Junior Career goal: to become a certified public accountant and tax attorney Congratulations to Jean Pierre Washington, today’s Hercules scholarship winner. The junior accounting major strives to become a certified public accountant and tax attorney. Read more about Jean Pierre, in his own words, below. After I […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Newport News, Virginia Major: Mass Communications Classification: Freshman Career goal: to pursue communications as a career in the U.S. Army Congratulations to Alvin Kirby, Jr., a freshman mass communications major from Savannah State University. After graduation, Alvin plans to begin his career in the U.S. Army. Read more about Alvin below, in […]

GPA: 3.92 Hometown: Douglasville, Georgia Major: Behavior Analysis Classification: Senior Career goal: Marine Corps officer Congratulations to Stephen Price, a senior aspiring Marine Corps officer and today’s Savannah State University Hercules Scholar. Upon graduating in May of 2019,  Stephen will be commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. Stephen plans to […]

GPA: 3.7 Hometown: Cherrylake, Florida Major: Criminal Justice Minor: Pre-Law Classification: Senior Career goal: Research professor Congratulations to senior Criminal Justice major, Carl Reeds. He is today’s Hercules Scholarship winner. After graduation, Carl plans to pursue his Ph.D. and further his knowledge of the law and criminology. In addition to academics, Carl has participated in […]

GPA: 3.94 Hometown: Bogota, Columbia Major: Finance Minor: Business Administration Classification: Senior Career goal: financial markets trader Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Jose Plazas, a senior finance major at Bethune-Cookman University. After graduating, Jose plans to begin his master’s degree in financial markets and obtain an internship to gain experience in the industry. He […]

GPA: 3.75 Hometown: West Palm Beach, Florida Major: Information Systems Classification: Junior Career goal: Entrepreneurship Congratulations to Devounte Ho-Hing, today’s Hercules Scholarship winner. The junior scholar at Bethune-Cookman has a strong passion for serving his community and hopes to one day apply his influence on a greater scaled through his creativity. Devounte plans on developing […]

GPA: 3.76 Hometown: Lakeland, Florida Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Senior Career goal: start a group home for at-risk teens Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Marvin Roberts, a senior criminal justice major from Lakeland, Florida. Read more about Marvin, in his own words, below. Support more students like Marvin by making a donation to Bethune-Cookman today. […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Lexington Park, Maryland Major: Computer engineering Classification: Senior Career goal: to start a domestic robotics company Congratulations to today’s $1,500 Hercules Scholarship winner, Christopher Blanks. a senior engineering major at University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He has completed several internships with Northrop Grumman and they are holding a software engineer position for […]

GPA: 3.932 Hometown: Mt. Airy, Maryland Classification: Junior Major: Professional Golf Management Career goal: to manage a golf club Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, junior professional golf management major Young Lee. The golfer enjoys hiking and hopes to one day manage a golf course while promoting diversity in golf. Aside from academics, Young is […]

GPA: 4.0 Home State: New York Classification: Senior Major: English Career goal: To build safe schools for children around the world Congratulations to University of Maryland Eastern Shore senior Josh Dacres, today’s Hercules Scholarship winner. Josh is an outstanding student and is active volunteer in the community. Support more students like Josh by making a donation […]

GPA: 3.78 Classification: Junior Hometown: New Market, Maryland Career goal: to become a Chief Financial Officer Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Joey Nicastro. This junior from New Market, Maryland wants to work as a Chief Financial Officer upon graduation. Joey is active as a baseball player and volunteers in the community, lending his talents to Operation […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Macon, Georgia Major: Physics and Math Minor: Computer Science Classification: Sophomore Career goal: researcher Hats off to this week’s Hercules scholarship winner, Khalil Guy, a physics and math double major from Fisk University. The future researcher has perfect 4.0 grade point average, as he lives and breathes science. Read more about Khalil […]

GPA: 3.96 Hometown: Mamponteng, Ghana Double major: Math and Computer Science Classification: Senior Career goal: to establish a medical device company Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Ebenezer Armah, an international student at Fisk University from Ghana. The senior math and computer science double major hopes to one day establish his own medical device company. Read […]

GPA: 3.58 Hometown: Houston, Texas Major: Business with a concentration in Financial Economics Classification: Junior Career goal: to become a financial analyst and CFO of a major corporation Hats off to future CFO and today’s Hercules Scholar, Myles Harris from Houston, Texas. Myles is a leader and member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Read […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee Major: Computer Science Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a tech business owner Congratulations to today’s $1,500 Hercules Scholarship winner, Jamaal Wells. In the passage below, the business owner and former Google intern talks about why he chose Fisk and what he is doing now to help improve his community. […]

  GPA: 3.97 Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee Major: Accounting Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a certified public accountant and start a non-profit organization Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Nicholas Whiteside from Fisk University. Nicholas is the winner of a $1,500 scholarship. Read more about Nicholas, in his words, below. I am from Memphis, Tennessee and […]

GPA: 3.8 Hometown: Wilsonville, Alabama Major: Biology/Pre-Med Minor: Chemistry Classification: Senior Career goal: to become a Doctor of Radiology Congratulations to Justus Martin, a senior biology/pre-med major at Stillman College. Justus plans to attend medical school at Meharry Medical College and go on to become a Doctor of Radiology. On campus, Justus is on the […]

GPA: 3.90 Hometown: Port Antonio, Jamaica Major: Computer Science Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a software engineer Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar and computer science major, Damion McKenzie. Mr. McKenzie will receive a $1,500 scholarship for his achievements. Read more about Damion in his essay submission below. I am Tougaloo ambassador, Damion McKenzie. I […]

GPA: 3.8 Hometown: Opelousas, Louisiana Major: Business Administration Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to own a law firm Congratulations to Opelousas, Louisiana native and Hercules Scholarship winner, Jalen Adams. After graduation, the Dillard student plans to attend law school and go on to serve in his community. At Dillard University, Jalen is active on the executive board […]

GPA: 3.872 Hometown: Sugarland, Texas Major: Business Administration Classification: Senior Career goal: to become a restauranteur Congratulations to Joseph Panalez, a senior business administration major and today’s Hercules Scholarship winner. After graduating from Texas College, Joseph plans to obtain his master’s degree from the University of Houston while working. Joseph is a member of the […]

GPA: 3.769 Hometown: Birmingham, Alabama Major: Business Administration Classification: Freshman Career goal: to become an entrepreneur Congratulations to Lawson State Community College Hercules Scholar, Bertram Duff. The future entrepreneur plans to pursue his bachelor’s degree after graduating from community college. Bertram is a member of the Honors College, Phi Beta Lambda, and hopes to become […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Greenwood, Mississippi Major: Cosmetology Minor: Business Administration Classification: Freshman Career goal: to become a cosmetologist Congratulations to Hinds Community College-Utica Hercules Scholar, DeVonte McSwine. The future cosmetologist hopes to finish at HCC and pursue his bachelor’s degree at an HBCU. DeVonte participates in a variety of extracurricular activities including being a member […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Birmingham, Alabama Major: Electrical Engineering Classification: Sophomore Career goal: Electrical engineer Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Frederick Brooks, a sophomore from Birmingham, Alabama. The aspiring electrical engineer hopes to acquire his master’s degree and Ph. D after graduating from Lawson State Community College. Frederick also hopes to work with an organization whose […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Edwards, Mississippi Major: Chemistry/Toxicology Classification: Freshman Career goal: Chemical Engineer Congratulations to Hinds Community College-Utica campus freshman, Eli Hodge. The future chemical engineer plans to attend Alabama A&M after graduation. As a math tutor and officer in Phi Theta Kappa honor society, Eli is a leader on campus. Eli is inspired most […]

GPA: 3.62 Hometown: Hoover, Alabama Major: Biology Classification: Junior Career plans: to become a successful lawyer Congratulations to Stillman College junior, Jiamyn Thomas, on winning today’s Hercules Scholarship. After graduation, the Hoover, Alabama native plans to attend law school, own his own law firm and ultimately run for and win the office of the President […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Selma, Alabama Major: Biology Classification: Senior Career goal: Physician Assistant Congratulations to today’s Hercules scholarship winner, Martravious Stallworth, a senior biology major from Selma, Alabama. After graduation, Martravious plans to work in cancer research then attend another HBCU to further his education. In addition to working in the medical field, Martravious hopes […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Mobile, Alabama Major: Supply chain logistics major Classification: Freshman Career goal: to become a supply chain logistics manager Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Samuel Mendenhall, Jr. a freshman supply-chain logistics major. After graduation, the Mobile, Alabama native plans to put his skills to work at Honda, Mercedes or Amazon as their supply-chain/logistics […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Birmingham, Alabama Major: Business Classification: Junior Career goal: to work at a Fortune 500 company Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, junior Business major Brandon Wood. The Birmingham, Alabama native plans to get his MBA at the University of Alabama and eventually use his skills to build his own Fortune 500 company. […]

GPA: 3.51 Hometown: Holly Springs, Mississippi Major: Business administration/Accounting Classification: Junior Career goal: Budget manager/sports agent Congratulations to Kylon Freeman for receiving today’s Hercules scholarship award. After graduation, Kylon plans to attend the University of Mississippi’s graduate program to get his masters in accounting. He is active in many campus organizations, acting as Vice President […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Desoto, Texas Major: General studies Classification: Sophomore Career goal: To become an optometrist Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar from Texas College, Jye Jackson. After graduation, Jye plans to continue on to graduate school. The importance of education was instilled in Jye at an early age. This motivates him to go above and beyond […]

GPA: 3.64 Hometown: Caracas, Venezuela Major: Information Science and Computer Technology Classification: Senior Career goal: Information Security Congratulations to Victor Perez, a senior information science and computer technology major at Harris-Stowe State University. Upon graduation, Victor plans to pursue a career in the field of information security. In addition to his studies, Victor is  in […]

  GPA: 3.689 Hometown: Houston, Texas Major: Computer Science Minor: General Studies Career goal: to become a computer engineer Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Jose Hernandez, a Houston native and computer science major. After graduation, Jose plans to land a position in the computer science field and become a contributing citizen to our country. Jose […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Los Angeles, California Major: Educational studies Classification: Senior Career goal: to become president of an HBCU Congratulations to Aaron Batiste, a senior Educational Studies major at Harris-Stowe State University. After graduation, Aaron plans to receive his master’s degree in College Student Personnel Administration. In the short-term, Aaron plans to become a Dean […]

GPA: 3.675 Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana Major: Marketing Classification: Senior Career goal: to become an entrepreneur in the fashion, music and food industry Congratulations to Ron Davalos, a senior, marketing major from New Orleans. After graduation, Ron plans to relocate to Denver to work in a sales apprentice program. In addition to excelling in his […]

GPA: 3.598 Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana Major: Mass Communications Minor: Visual Arts Classification: Senior Career goal: Journalist Congratulations to William Thompson, a senior mass communications major at Dillard University. As a second generation Dillard student, William has always loved pop culture. That’s why, after graduation, William plans to take his talents to the professional world […]

GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Powder Springs, Georgia Major: Physics Minor: Computer Science Classification: Freshman Career goal: industrial engineering Congratulations to Justin Ellis Matthews, today’s Hercules Scholarship recipient. This Georgia native is involved in Freshman Class Council, Physics Club, Gameday Management Team, PODUS (Presidential Ambassador) and is Mister Freshman. After graduation, Justin plans to begin his career […]

GPA: 3.83 Hometown: Marrero, Louisiana Major: Public Health-Health Systems Management Classification: Senior Career goal: to become a health, safety & environmental (HSE) coordinator Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Anthony Bennett, a senior at Dillard University. The future health, safety and environmental coordinator is a member of the Andrew Goodman Foundation, Ray Charles Program, Dillard Public Health […]

GPA: 3.712 Hometown: Haiti Major: Physics Minor: Mathematics Classification: Senior Career goal: Electrical engineering Congratulations to Wydglif Dorlus, today’s Dillard University Hercules Scholarship winner. The senior physics major is on his way to a career as an electrical engineer. Read more about Wydglif below, in his own words, and support more students like him at […]

GPA: 3.68 Hometown: Windsor, NC Major: Kinesiology Classification: Freshman Career goal: to become a physical therapist Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Corey Damonte Cherry, a freshman kinesiology major from Windor, North Carolina. Corey graduated in the top 10% of his high school class and earned a scholarship to Elizabeth City during his sophomore year. […]

GPA: 3.53 Hometown: Elizabeth City, North Carolina Major: Business Administration/Accounting Classification: Junior Career goal: to be a certified public accountant Congratulations to Chorn Poyner, today’s Hercules Scholar from Elizabeth City State University. This future CPA plans to attend East Carolina University to pursue his master’s degree in accounting. Chorn is very active on campus, serving […]

Robert M. Boone, Jr. GPA: 3.52 Hometown: Lewiston Woodville, North Carolina Major: Business administration with a concentration in Economics & Finance Classification: Junior Career goal: Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs or Chancellor Congratulations to Robert Boone, today’s Hercules Scholarship winner from Elizabeth City State. After graduation, Robert plans to pursue his master’s degree in higher […]

Reginald Kelley GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Camden, North Carolina Major: Computer Science and Mathematics Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to work in the computer science field Congratulations to Reginald Kelley, today’s Hercules Scholarship winner from Elizabeth City State University. Upon graduation, the future computer science professional plans to continue his education by pursuing his masters and doctorate degrees. […]

Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS GPA: 3.5 Major: Economics Classification: Freshman Career goal: Real estate investor Congratulations to this week’s Tougaloo College Hercules Scholarship winner, Benjamin Parker. This future real estate investor plans to work in the corporate world for four years, then create his own LLC with the goal of being able to build up black […]

Hometown: Jackson, Mississippi GPA: 3.5 Classification: Sophomore Major: Computer Science Career aspiration: To become a software engineer Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Samuel Graves, a sophomore computer science major from Jackson, Mississippi. Help more Tougaloo students like Samuel by making a donation today.

GPA: 3.96 Hometown: Greenville, MS Major: Biology Classification: Junior Career goal: Anesthesiologist Congratulations to Tougaloo junior and future anesthesiologist, John Johnson. He is today’s recipient of our Hercules Scholarship. In his hometown in the Mississippi Delta, John has seen firsthand the devastating affects of the lack of healthcare and history of medical care in his […]

Darrien Watson GPA: 3.7 Hometown: Monticello, AR Classification: Senior Major: Health, Physical Education Career goal: College professor Congratulations to Langston University’s Darrien Watson and today’s Hercules Scholar. After graduation, Darrien plans to go to graduate school and become a college professor in the field of kinesiology. Aside from academics, Darrien is active on campus as […]

Quantavius Wilson GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Hephzibah, Georgia Major: Business Classification: Freshman Career goal: Entrepreneur Congratulations to today’s Hercules scholarship winner, Quantavius Wilson, a freshman business major from Lane College. After graduation, the aspiring entrepreneur plans to attend graduate school at Valdosta State University and obtain his Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Management. In addition […]

Michael Guy III GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Stafford, VA Major: Physics Minor: Music Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a university professor Congratulations to Hercules Scholar Michael Guy III, a sophomore at Morgan State University. After graduation, Michael aspires to get his PhD in physics then move forward to become a tenure-track professor. Michael is also part […]

Oluwakayode Jasanya GPA: 3.97 Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering Minor: Statistical Mathematics Classification: Junior Career goal: Inventor, entrepreneur, and scientist Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar from Morgan State University. Oluwakayode, a junior electrical and computer engineering major, plans to attend Stanford University for graduate school to study electrical engineering and concentrate on […]

Christopher Sudler GPA: 3.53 Hometown: Cambridge, MD Major: Architecture Classification: Sophomore Career goal: architect or real estate developer Let’s congratulate Hercules Scholarship winner, Christopher Sudler, a sophomore from Cambridge, Maryland. The future architect or real estate developer has excelled at Morgan State University and was awarded the Maryland State Delegate and Senatorial Scholarship. Heavily influenced […]

Evans William Feudjio Momo GPA: 3.9 Hometown: Douala, Cameroon Major: Accounting Minor: Information and Science Systems Classification: Junior Career goal: To become an accomplished certified public accountant Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Evans William Feudjio Momo, a junior accounting major at Morgan State University. The future CPA works hard towards his goal each day at the […]

Michael McDonald GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Freeport, Bahamas Major: Computer Science Classification: Sophomore Career goal: Cyber security Engineer Congratulations to Morgan State University sophomore, Michael McDonald, for winning today’s Hercules scholarship. As a curious child who began refurbishing computers at a young age, this computer science major enjoys taking on a challenge in relation to technology […]

Rashid Troupe GPA: 3.6 Hometown: St. Louis, MO Major: Biology Education Classification: Senior Career aspirations: High school biology teacher Congratulations to senior biology education major, Rashid Troupe, today’s Hercules Scholarship recipient from Langston University. Rashid has accomplished much during his time at Langston, including being named a McCabe Scholar, a member of the Langston University Scholars […]

Mark Barber Jr. GPA: 3.5 Hometown: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Major: Music Education (instrumental) Classification: Senior Career goal: Music teacher, band director Congratulations to Mark Barber, Jr., today’s Hercules Scholar from Langston University. Get to know Mark in his letter to the Tom Joyner Foundation below. My name is Mark Barber, Jr. and I am currently […]

Keeto Browne Hometown: Sydney, Australia Major: Accounting Minor: Business GPA: 3.7 Classification: Junior Career aspiration: to become a certified public accountant Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Keeto Browne, a junior accounting major at Langston University. The Sydney, Australia native plans to get his master’s degree and taking the CPA exam upon graduation. Keeto also aspires to employ […]

Coleton Dudley GPA: 3.85 Classification: Senior Major: English, minor in psychology Hometown: Cushing, Oklahoma Career aspirations: to begin a career in education policy and reformation Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Coleton Dudley of Langston University. The senior English major plans to receive a master’s degree in English while teaching and pursue his doctorate in English […]

Alvin O’Guinn Hometown: Pine Bluff, Arkansas Classification: Sophomore Career goals: Industrial technology Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Alvin O’Guinn of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. As a Pine Bluff High School student, Alvin excelled and graduated valedictorian of his class with a 4.2 GPA. His dream is to build his own analytic firm, and […]

Jalen Whirl Classification: Sophomore Major: Business Administration Hometown: Cordova, Tennessee Career goals: to work with a sports marketing firm Congratulations to this week’s Hercules Scholarship winner, Jalen Whirl, a sophomore business administration major at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. With the goal of landing a job with a sports marketing firm after getting […]

Le’Darrien Ledbetter Classification: Sophomore Major: Accounting GPA: 3.77 Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas Career aspiration: Certified Public Accountant Congratulations to Le’Darrien Ledbetter, today’s Hercules Scholar. The sophomore accounting major at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a tennis student-athlete. Having a talent for excelling in math, coupled with his love of the subject, lead Le’Darrien […]

Ta’Juan Pledger Classification: Senior Major: Music GPA: 3.635 Hometown: Kansas City, KS Career Goals: To become a music teacher and high school band director Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Ta’Juan Pledger of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The aspiring music teacher strives to be a role model for youth who, he believes, need credible […]

Fredrick Thomas-McGruder GPA: 3.67 Hometown: Detroit, MI Major: Computer Science Classification: Senior Career Goal: Cyber-security division of the FBI Congratulations to Fredrick, a senior computer science major at Lane College. With plans to attend graduate school and receive his masters in cyber-security, Fredrick aspires to one day work in the cyber-security unit of the FBI. […]

Christian Armstrong GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Montgomery, AL Major: Physical therapy Minor: Mathematics Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a physical therapist Congratulations to Christian Armstrong of Lane College for winning this week’s Hercules Scholarship. The sophomore plans to attend graduate school, obtain his doctoral degree, and use the skills that he has acquired as a physical […]

Laron Williams GPA: 3.61 Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Physical education Classification: Senior Career goal: Personal trainer/player development coach Congratulations to Laron Williams, a senior at Lane College. After college, Laron plans to pursue a masters in physical education and become a personal trainer and player development coach in professional basketball. In addition to his studies and […]

Keenan Lowery   GPA: 3.6 Hometown: Memphis, TN Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Senior Career goal: Criminal Defense attorney Keenan Lowery of Lane College is today’s Hercules Scholar. This criminal justice major plans to attend law school after graduation and go on to become a criminal defense attorney and eventually open his own law firm. Although […]

Gregory Foster was a May 2016 Hercules Scholarship recipient from Bowie State University. He recently wrote the following letter, showing his appreciation for his award and sharing what’s next on his path. Dear Tom Joyner Foundation, Thank you for your support and financial assistance during my academic journey at Bowie State University. I am grateful […]

Jacurri Relf   GPA: 3.9 Hometown: Chicago, IL Major: Business Minor: Mass Communications Classification: Sophomore Career goal: entrepreneur Jacarri, today’s recipient of our Hercules Scholarship, aspires to become an entrepreneur. He offers his leadership ability as vice president of both the Student Government Association and Lane College’s chapter of the NAACP. Despite his dedication to […]

Shani McMichael GPA: 3.9 Hometown: Dayton, Ohio Major: Psychology Classification: Rising Senior Career goal: Marriage and family therapist and an international motivational speaker for women and young girls Below, Shani shares her post graduation plans, school and community involvement and why she aspires to make a difference in the world.   “The purpose of life […]

Kadariese Griffin GPA: 3.8 Hometown: St. Petersburg, FL Major: Business Management Classification: Sophomore Career goal: Restaurant franchise owner Congratulations to today’s Hercules Scholar, Kadariese Griffin, a sophomore at Edward Waters College. Kadariese enjoys weight training and boxing in his spare time and is a member of the EWC Pre-Alumni Council. Kadariese credits his grandmother as […]

Hometown: Dallas, TX Major: Biology Minor: Chemistry Classification: Sophomore Career goal: to become a biochemist and make medicine and treat people Congratulations to Justin, a future biochemist who, after graduation, plans to further his education by attending graduate school to pursue his medical degree. As a grad student, Justin will strive to develop the skills needed […]

GPA: 3.93 Hometown: New Orleans, LA Major: Business Administration Minor: Entrepreneurship Classification: Sophomore Career goal: proprietorship at a business to learn daily business operations and become an entrepreneur. Clyde, a first generation college student, is working hard to fulfill his dream of opening an educational gaming center. As a member of the TRiO Student Support Services […]

Carmen Belissa Acosta Alonzo GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic Major: Mathematics Classification: Sophomore Career goal: Research mathematician and college professor Today’s Buddy Scholar, Carmen, talks below about her plans after graduation, the most influential person in her life, and why happiness is so important. After I finish Bennett, I want to immediately enter graduate […]

GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Nashville, TN Major: Business Administration Classification: Junior Career Goal: high profile event planner After graduation, Tyler plans to continue her internship program with Carnival Corporation, as well as enter in the field of event planning and hospitality. Tyler also plans to attend a graduate school in the pursuit of receiving an MBA. […]

Hometown: Durham, NC GPA: 4.0 Major: Exercise Science Classification: Junior Career goal: CPT-Certified Personal Trainer and owner of his own business Zachariah’s passion for healthy living motivates him in his educational pursuits and in his community, where he mentors young people at the YMCA. Training college athletes is a first step in his path to […]

Torey Haynes GPA: 3.6 Hometown: Stanley, NC Major: Religion and Philosophy; Minor: Psychology Classification: Sophomore Career Goal: To become a pastoral and create a non-profit which provides leadership and financial aid to his hometown and surrounding communities After graduation, Torey plans to continue on to graduate school to obtain his Masters in Divinity and Ph.D. at Duke […]

GPA: 3.8 CLASSIFICATION: 2nd-year medical student HOMETOWN: Alpharetta, GA CAREER GOAL: Orthopaedic Surgery INSPIRED BY: His grandparents (who emigrated from Jamaica) and extended family, who personify the rewards that come from hard work and perseverance. HIS MOTTOS TO LIVE BY: “Be true to oneself” and “Life is dynamic” Aside from excelling in his studies, Omari […]

      Name: Grant Slania Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio. Classification/ GPA:  3rd Year (3D) / 3.64 Major: Dentistry ( Doctorate)   This future orthodontist plans to fulfill his wishes by creating perfect smiles. At Meharry, Grant has served as vice president and president of his class, the Meharry Chapter of American Student Dental Association, the Student National Dental Association, and […]

Name: Mathew Van Smith School: Morehouse School of Medicine GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Major: Biochemistry/Psychology Minor: Philosophy Classification: Second year medical student Career Goal: Neurological Surgery       After graduation, this aspiring neurosurgeon, husband and father will complete his residency and research in neurosurgery with a focus in functional neurosurgery. In his spare […]

Name: Arturo Holmes Hometown: Atlanta, GA Classification: Senior Major/ GPA: Medicine / 3.7 GPA Arturo Holmes is a fourth year medical student. The future Dr. Holmes plans to become a urological surgeon. Arturo said his parents and his five best friends since grade school have been his source of inspiration and kept him focused. A daily reminder […]

Jarvis Christian College Hercules Scholar Hometown: Greenville, MS Classification: Sophomore Major: Early Childhood Education GPA: 3.8 Career Goal: Elementary School Teacher/Counselor Scholarship Award: $1,500 Motto for Life: “Discover, Recover, Analyze, Finalize and Test your story because at the end of the day, someone will proofread and revise where you left off.” In addition to singing in the college’s […]

Oakwood University Hercules Scholar Erwin Stuffle Hometown: Bridgetown, Barbados Classification: Junior Major: Biomedical Sciences GPA: 3.93 Career Goal: MD/PhD in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Scholarship Award: $1,500 Motto for Life:“I can do ALL things through Christ.” As a physician, Erwin plans to specialize in infectious diseases and wants to help pave the way in combating […]

Name: Daniel Scott Hometown: Somerset New Jersey Classification: Juinor GPA &  Major: 3.94 GPA / Management Information Systems Major When hard work & prayer collide: Daniel has been rewarded for his efforts when he pushed forward, prayed about everything and grinded through life. He shared that he will follow his motto for life: “Believing that […]

Name: Robert Davis Classification: Sophomore GPA: 3.7 Major: Business management Robert, the heir to a Jacksonville, Florida construction company, is excited about learning the operations of and taking over the construction company started by his father. The motto this exceptional student lives by: “Life is what you make it.” He will receive $1,500 from TJF. […]

Name: AcNeal Williams Classification: Senior GPA: 3.9 Major: Music Hometown: Freeport, Bahamas AcNeal plans to be a vocal and choral professor after graduation. At FMU, AcNeal has served as student conductor for the Jazz Ensemble and the Ambassador’s Choir, SGA Chief of Staff, member of Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, and volunteers in the Miami […]

Name: Michael Caston Hometown: North Chicago, Illinois Classification: Sophomore Major: Business Management / Accounting Minor A man of God, this future owner of a freight transportation company plans to use his accounting and technical skills to create a first class business. Michael comes from a family where “faith and perseverance are taught and practiced.” At […]

Name: Quinston Stubbs Hometown: Freeport Bahamas Major: Biology Classification: Sophomore Quinston is a member of the Biology Club, Honors Program, the Science Club, and he volunteers with Susan G. Komen Race for Life. Feed South Florida, and the Miami Book and Art Fair. After college Quinston plans to become cardiovascular surgeon.

Name: David J. Davis Hometown: New Orleans, LA Classification: Junior GPA: 3.6 Major: Math and Computer Info Systems David Davis is a junior, Math and Computer Information Systems Major from New Orleans, Louisiana. David is the future owner of a technology company and plans to make a difference by ensuring that every school and household […]

  Name: Ervin Malik Simmons Hometown: Hamden, CT Major: Mathematics / Spanish Minor Classification/ GPA: Junior 3.57 Ervin transferred to SUNO and plans to attend medical school and specialize in infectious diseases. This honor student finds time to volunteer at a local community center, founded SUNO’s first gay-straight alliance which he is the President, serves […]

Name: Clinton S. Givens Hometown: New Orleans, LA Major: Biology Classification / GPA : Senior 3.7 GPA Clinton Givens is a senior, Biology Major with a Chemistry Minor from New Orleans, Louisiana. This non-traditional honor student is a detective with the New Orleans Police Department, where he has served for the last 19 years. Clinton […]

Name: Dorrein Askew Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Senior Hometown: Ahoskie, North Carolina This future probation officer is an honor student ( 3.52 GPA) who finds time to be a member of the FSU Broncos football team, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, is a resident assistant, is on the Dean’s List and still tutors […]

Name: Nicholas Ceasar Classification: Junior Major: Political Science GPA: 3.9 At FSU, Nicholas is a Chancellor’s List Student, is a member of Pi Sigma Alpha National Honor Society and serves as a peer tutor. Nicholas also finds time to write plays, be a pianist and volunteer with the local community theater.

  Name: Glenwood Avery Hometown: New Bern, North Carolina Major: Criminal Justice Classification: Sophomore This honor student and future attorney has a 4.0 GPA and still finds time to be a peer tutor, belong to the Pre-Law Society, SGA, FSU Gospel Choir, and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. The most influential person in Glenwood’s life is his mother, […]

Malik Walker,   is a junior business management major from Macon , Georgia. This honor student plans to attend graduate school and have a successful career as a marketing director for a major athletic wear company. At Albany State Malik serves as the head drum major for the ASU Marching Rams Show Band, is a member […]

Anthony Busch  is a junior, computer science major from  Griffin , Georgia. Anthony will graduate from Ft. Valley  and on the same day will  be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant the U. S. Army. This honor student is  active  at FVSU   with intramural sports , serves as a peer  tutor , and mentors  at a […]

  DeAndre Cochran  is a sophomore at Albany State University and currently a  nursing major from Augusta, Georgia. This future family nurse practitioner , is an honor  student who still finds time to help others. At ASU, DeAndre is a member  of Gamma Beta Phi National Honor Society, Sigma Alpha Pi Success and Leadership Society,   […]

  Xzavier Carter is a junior, criminal justice major at Fort Valley State University. A native of Columbus, Georgia Xzavier, plans to be an entertainer in addition to attending law school to understand contracts and offers. At FVSU this honor student is a member of Toastmasters International, is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, serves as […]

William Justice  is a senior, pre-med major from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. William has plans to be a medical doctor and make a difference  in improving health care in for under served communities. At Delaware State, this honor student  is Vice President of Rotaract, an organization to support community outreach, is a member of  the Men of […]

Kevin Perry, Jr. is a junior accounting major from Alexandria, Virginia. Kevin is an honor student with a 3.86 GPA and plans to become a partner in a major accounting firm. At Delaware State, Kevin  is a member of the football and track teams, president of the Accounting Club and  the DSU Chapter of  the […]

Ian Tcheliebou is a  sophomore, Aviation Science Major with a  Business Management Minor from Washington, DC . Ian plans to be a flight instructor and later a pilot for a major airline . At DSU this honor student is a member of  the African Students  Association, serves as a math tutor, is active with the […]

Name: Jamal Phillipps Classification: Senior Hometown: Bear, DE Major & GPA: Finance & Banking  3.67 Career Goals :  To gain expertise in the finance industry with  a desire to become a Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Chase in the near future. Influential People in Jamal’s life: ” My mother because she has created a legacy […]

Brice  Huling-Spears is a sophomore  Cellular Biology Pre-med major with a Leadership Studies  minor, from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Brice plans  to be a medical doctor and specialize in anesthesiology. At Hampton, Brice is very  involved on campus and in the community. This honor student is a  member of  the  William Harvey Leadership Institute,  the  Freddy […]

Jared Bourke  is a junior,   biology major   from Clinton, Maryland. Jared plans to become a medical  doctor   and specialize in gastroentology at  a major hospital. At Hampton , Jared  is a member of  the Honors College, Alpha Phi  Alpha  Fraternity, the William Harvey Leadership Institute,  the  SGA Executive  Board, and the National Academy of Future […]

Student: Miles Jenkins GPA: 3.8 Hometown: Owings Mills, MD Major / Classification: Business Management / Senior Miles Jenkins is a senior,  Business Management major   from Owings Mills, MD. Miles plans to  get his MBA after completing his degree at Hampton University. At Hampton, Miles has served as an Ambassador of the White House All Star Initiative ,  he […]

  Student: Kyle Fitzgerald Classification/ Major : Junior/ Kinesiology Hometown : Trophy Club, Texas GPA: 3.79 Kyle Fitzgerald was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Hampton University. Kyle  is studying Kinesiology at Hampton University and after completing his degree he would like to achieve his goal of becoming at children’s medical doctor. At Hampton, Kyle  […]

Student : Brent Moreno GPA: 4.0 Hometown: Greenwood Classification / Major : Biology Brent Moreno was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Mississippi Valley State University. Brent  is studying Biology at Mississippi Valley State . After completing his prerequisites he will attend Robert E. Smith School of Nursing at Delta State University. The most influential people […]

Student : Kizito Nwaka GPA : 3.64 Hometown: Ihiala Classification/ Major: Sophomore / Computer Science Kizito Nwaka was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Mississippi Valley State University. Kizito  is studying Computer Science at Mississippi Valley State . After earning his bachelors , he plans to further his education in computer science and become a leading software […]

Student : Brandon Hawkins Hometown : Jacksonville, AR GPA : 4.09 Major / Classification : Biology  / Freshman Brandon Hawkins was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Mississippi Valley State University. Brandon  is studying Biology at Mississippi Valley State . After earning his bachelors , he plans to attend Veterinary school to become a Veterinarian. Back in his hometown […]

Jotham Nixon is a junior at Philander Smith College  in Little Rock, Arkansas majoring in general education. Jotham is a future educator  and later an attorney. He feels  the need to place himself in the classroom so young African American males can see a person who looks like them as the teacher. This honor student  […]

  Student: Ty’ Javon Brown GPA : 3.5 Hometown: Birmingham, AL Major/ Classification : Management Information System / Junior   Ty’Javon  Brown  is a Miles College computer science major with a concentration in management information systems from Birmingham, Alabama. This honor student  and future graphics designer has learned to use his interest to improve  his    […]

Student : DeRonte Craig Hometown : Hyattsville GPA : 3.72 Major / Classification : Business Management / Sophomore DeRonte was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Bowie State University.

Student : Franklin U. Obiajuru Hometown : Orlu (Nigeria) GPA :  3.58 Major / Classification : Biology / Soph. Franklin Obiajuru was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Voorhees College. Franklin is studying Biology at Voorhees College.  After earning his bachelors at Voorhees College,  he is planning to become a medical doctor and deliver affordable health care to relegated communities in the United […]

Student : Kehinde Adelabu Hometown : Nigeria GPA :  4.0 Major / Classification : Computer Science / Sophomore Kehinde Adelabu was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Allen University Kehinde  is studying Computer Science at Allen University. After earning his bachelors at Allen University, he is planning pursue his Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Software engineering. His […]

  Student :Akwiwu Chibuike Hometown : Nigeria GPA :  3.8 Major / Classification : Biology / Freshman Akwiwu Chibuike was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Voorhees College. Akwiwu  is a  studying Biology at Voorhees College. After earning his bachelors at Voorhees College , he is planning to go to medical school and reach his ultimate goal of opening free […]

Student : Isaiah Jones Hometown : Charlotte, North Carolina GPA :  3.6 Major / Classification : Mathematics / Sophomore Isaiah Jones was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Allen University. Isaiah is a  studying Mathematics at Allen University. After earning his bachelors at Allen University, he is planning to attend graduate school to get his Master’s degree in […]

Student : Adewara Adewale Hometown : Nigeria GPA :  4.0 Major / Classification : Biology / Freshman Adewara Adewale was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Voorhees College. Adewara  is a  studying Biology at Voorhees College. After earning his bachelors at Voorhees College , he is planning to a University of South Carolina and began studying in the medical […]

  Student : Larry Scott Hometown : Sebring, FL GPA :  3.8 Major / Classification : Political Science/ Junior Larry Scott was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Miles College. Larry is a  studying Political Science at Miles College. After earning his bachelors at Miles College , he is planning to attend graduate school in hopes to become […]

  Student : Matisse Mann Hometown : Denver, Colorado GPA :  3.8 Major / Classification : Criminal Justice / Soph. Matisse Mann was named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar from Miles College. Matisse is a  studying Criminal Justice at Miles College. His goal is to work in the criminal justice system helping youth. Matisse is dedicated to […]

Student: Jackie Berry Hometown: North Charleston, S.C. GPA: 4.0 Classification/Major: Freshman, Computer Technology Jackie Berry named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Jackie is a freshman studying computer technology at Bowie State University. His goal is to work in the computer network/cyber security field. He and his twin brother, Jackie, who is also a Bowie State […]

  Student: Eric Berry Hometown: North Charleston, S.C. GPA: 4.0 Classification/Major: Freshman, Computer Technology Eric Berry named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Eric is a freshman studying computer technology at Bowie State University. His goal is to work in the computer network/cybersecurity field. He and his twin brother, Jackie, who is also a […]

Student: Charles Moka Jr. Hometown: Bowie, MD GPA: 3.8 Classification/Major: Senior, Accounting Charles Moka Jr. named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Charles is a senior majoring in accounting at Bowie State University. He plan to become a certified public accountant working for one of the world’s top five accounting firms. After completing his […]

    Student: Ryan Washington Hometown: Silver Spring, MD GPA: 3.8 Classification/Major: Sophomore, Government Major   Ryan Washington named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar   Ryan is a sophomore studying government at Bowie State University. He dreams of entering public service to make a positive difference in people’s lives. After graduation, he plans […]

Student: Gregory Foster Hometown: Washington, D.C. GPA: 3.75 Classification/Major: Junior, History Gregory Foster named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Gregory is a senior studying history at Bowie State University. Because of his passion for history, he plans to become a museum curator, historian and researcher after graduating. He is currently a docent at the […]

Student: Ruben Hancock Hometown: Stafford, TX. GPA: 3.6 Major / Classification : Biology / Freshman Ruben Hancock  named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Ruben is in his freshman year at Wiley College and upon leaving the university he would like to pursue his ultimate goal of becoming a nurse practitioner or an oncology nurse. When […]

  Student: Adam McClelland-Orr Hometown : Detroit , Michigan GPA: 3.59 Classification/ Major : Senior / Computer Information Systems Adam McClelland – Orr named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Adam  is in his senior year at Wiley College and upon leaving the university he would like to pursue his ultimate goal of becoming an […]

  Student: Joseph Stevens Jr. Hometown : Port Arthur GPA: 3.5 Classification/Major: Junior / Business Administration Joseph Stevens Jr. named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Upon graduation, Joseph plans to attend NYU Stern to obtain his masters in Internal Business and reach his overall goal of becoming the CEO at a Fortune 500 Company. Joseph […]

Student: Shimelis Zewudie GPA Hometown : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Major/Classifcation  :  Nursing / Junior Shimelis Zewudie named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar Upon graduation, Shimelis wants to work as an RN in different health facilities. He would also want to get his masters in nursing  or in public healthy . Traveling the world working  in  different the […]

  Student: Gary Wood Hometown: District Heights, Maryland GPA : 3.6 Classification / Major  : Freshman – Criminal Justice Gary Wood named the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar for the North Carolina Central University School of the month campaign. Gary says that “With all the injustice occurring in today’s court system I believe I can […]

  [Dallas,TX – January 13th] Student: Denzel Goodlin Hometown: Woodbridge , VA GPA: 3.6 Classification/Major : Freshman / Social Work Denzel Godlin , Freshman at NCCU Named Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar/ After graduation heplans to either head back to Washington, D.C. and attend seminary, or attend a seminary that  is in alliance with where […]

[ Dallas,TX – January 6th] Student: Christopher Pulcher-Coard GPA: 3.91 Hometown : Los Angles, California Classification / Major : Sophomore / Psychology Christopher Pulcher-Coard, a Sophomore at North Carolina Central University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Pulcher-Coard is originally from Los Angles , California  and currently has a 3.91 GPA. He is […]

[Dallas,TX – December 9th] Student: Calvin Brown GPA: 3.7 Hometown : Alpharetta  , Georgia Classification / Major : Junior / Finance Calvin Brown, a Junior at Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Brown is originally from Alpharetta  and currently has a 3.7 GPA. He is majoring in Finance […]

[Dallas,TX – December 3rd] Student : Kordell Walker Hometown: Manning GPA:  3.6 Major/Classification : Mechanical Engineering Technology /Junior Kordell Walker, a Junior at South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Walker is originally from Manning, South Carolina  and currently has a 3.6 GPA. He is majoring in Mechanical Engineering Technology […]

[Dallas,TX – November 25th] Student : Darrian Parker Hometown: GPA: 3.51 Major/Classification : Business Management / Junior Darrian Parker is a junior majoring in business management and minoring in hospitality management at Alabama A&M University.  A native of Mobile, Alabama, where he was Salutatorian at Vigor High School, Darrian has a 3.51 GPA at AAMU […]

  [Dallas, TX – November 19th] Student: Robert Norwood GPA: 3.91 Hometown: Thomaston,Alabama Classification /Major: Sophomore/ Electrical Engineering The Tom Joyner Foundation selected Robert Norwood as the Tom Joyner Foundation Hercules Scholar this week. A sophomore electrical engineering major from Thomaston, Alabama, Robert Norwood is a member of the Honors Program at Alabama A&M University, […]

[Dallas,TX – November 12th] Student: Andrew Jones Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri GPA: 3.91 In addition to leadership in a campus physics organization and serving on the executive board of the Honors Program at Alabama A&M University, sophomore Andrew Jones has garnered a 3.91 GPA.  A native of Kansas City, Missouri, Andrew followed the lead of […]

[Dallas, TX – October 29th] Student: Rendard Talley GPA :3.67 Hometown :Chicago , Illinois Major/ Class: Accounting / Junior Renard Talley, a junior at the Tennessee State University, was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Talley currently holds a 3.74 gpa at Tennessee State University. After receiving his degree, he would […]

[Dallas,TX – October 22nd] Student: Jordan Price Major/ Class: Mass Communication   / Sophomore Price, a sophomore at the Tennessee State University, was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. After receiving his degree in Mass Communications, he plans to attend a graduate institution to study film. While attending Tennessee State University Jordan has become  a member of Tennessee […]

[Dallas, TX – October 15th] Student: Ronald Talley GPA :3.67 Hometown :Chicago , Illinois Major/ Class: Biology   / Junior Ronald Talley, a junior at the Tennessee State University, was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Talley currently holds a 3.67 gpa at Tennessee State University.   After receiving his degree, he plans to take on an entry-level […]

[Dallas, TX – October 8th] Student: Jaquantey Bowens GPA :4.0 Hometown : Major/ Class: Biology   / Sophomore Bowens, a sophomore at the Tennessee State University, was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Bowens currently holds a 4.0 GPA at Tennessee State University.   After receiving his degree in Biology (cell and molecular biology) and minor in […]

[Dallas ,TX – September 24th] Student: Alexander Goodwin GPA :3.83 Hometown : Houston, TX Major/ Class: Policital Science  / Sophomore Alexander , a Sophmore at the Prairie View A&M  University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Goodwin is originally from Houston Texas and  currently holds a 3.83 GPA atPrairie View A&M University.   After earning his […]

[Dallas, TX – September 17th] Student: Xavier Rice GPA :4.0 Hometown : Fort Worth, TX Major/ Class: Biology  / Sophomore Xavier, a Junior at the Prairie View A&M  University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Rice is originally from Fort Worth, Texas and  currently holds a 4.0 GPA at Prairie View A&M University.   […]

[Dallas,TX – September 2nd] Student: Shahryar Syed GPA :4.0 Hometown : Houston, TX Major/ Class: Biology  / Junior Shahryar, a Junior at the Prairie View A&M  University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Syed is originally from Houston , Texas and  currently holds a 4.0 GPA at Prairie View A&M University.   After earning his […]

      Student: Kenneth Dickerson, Jr. GPA :3.9 Hometown : Tuskegee, Alabama Major/ Class:  Mechanical Engineering,  Junior   Kenneth Dickerson, Jr. is a Junior, Mechanical Engineering Major from Tuskegee, Alabama.  Kenneth is an honor student who finds time to be a member of the TU Golden Tigers Football Team, is a member of the Culture Club, […]

[Dallas, TX – August 20th] Student: Joshua Madden GPA :3.9 Hometown : Grandview, MO Major/ Class: Biology (pre-med) / Junior Joshua, a Senior at the Tuskegee University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Madden is originally from Grandview, MO and he currently holds a 3.9 GPA at the Tuskegee University.  After  earning his degree he plans […]

  [Dallas, TX – August 13th] Student: Mario Morejon Hometown: Miami, Fl Major: Mechanical Engineer / Senior Mario Morejon from Miami, Florida, currently has 3.9 GPA, and has big plans after graduation. Mario plans to land an engineering job so that he can assist his family. Mr. Morejon also aspires to give back to the […]

[Dallas, TX – August 6th] Student: Brandon Fennell GPA :3.74 Hometown : Lithonia, GA Major/ Class:  Architecture / Senior Brandon, a Senior at the Tuskegee University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Fennell is originally from Lithonia, Georgia and he currently holds a 3.74 GPA at the Tuskegee University.  After  earning his degree he plans to purse […]

  [Dallas, TX – July 30,2015 ] Student: Kian Phillips GPA :3.5 Hometown : Washington, D.C Major/ Class: Business Management / Sophomore Kian, a Sophomore at University of the District of Columbia was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Phillips is originally from Washington, D.C. and he currently holds a 3.5 GPA at UDC. Once he receives […]

[Dallas, TX – July 23] Student: Robert Freter GPA :3.86 Hometown : Ann Arbor, MI Major/ Class: Biology / Sophomore Robert, a Sophomore at Xavier University of Louisiana was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week.   Mr. Freter is originally from Ann Arbor, MI and he currently holds a 3.86 GPA at the  Xavier University of Louisiana. Once […]

[Dallas, TX – July 16th] Student: Simone Stinnette GPA :3.84 Hometown : Austin, TX. Major/ Class:  Biology / Sophomore Simone,  a Sophomore at the Spelman College was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Buddy Scholar ” for this week. Ms. Stinnette  is originally from Austin, Texas and she currently holds a 3.84 GPA at the Spelman College.  After earning her degree she plans to go after […]

[Dallas, TX – July 9th] Student: Corey Hagans GPA :3.92 Hometown : Columbia, SC Major/ Class:  Music Education/ Senior Corey, a Senior at the South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week.  Mr. Hagans is originally from Columbia, SC and he currently holds a 3.92 GPA at the South Carolina State University.  After  earning […]

  [Dallas, TX – July 2nd] Student: Raymond McCants GPA :3.50 Hometown : Detroit, MI Major/ Class:  Business Management/ Business Marketing / Senior Raymond, a Senior at the Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. McCants  is originally from Detroit, Michigan and he currently holds a 3.50 GPA at the Jackson State University.  After […]

[ Dallas, TX – June 25th, 2015 ] Student: Chandler Schexnayder GPA :3.93 Hometown : Patterson, Louisiana Major/ Class: Pharmacy / P3 Chandler, a P3 in Pharmacy School at the Xavier University of Louisiana  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Chandler is originally from Patterson, Louisiana and he currently holds a 3.93 GPA […]

  [ Dallas, TX – June 18th, 2015 ] Student: Hassan Owens GPA :3.53 Hometown : St. Louis, Mo Major/ Class: Chemistry Pre- Med / Sophomore Hassan, a sophomore at the Xavier University of Louisiana  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Owens is originally from St. Louis, Missouri  and he currently holds a 3.53 GPA […]

[ Dallas, TX – June 10th, 2015 ] Student: Jeremey Shropshire GPA :3.75 Hometown : Hammond, Louisiana Major/ Class: Chemistry Pre- Med / Junior Jeremey, a junior at the Xavier University of Louisiana  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Shropshire is originally from Hammond, Louisiana and he currently holds a 3.75 GPA and is […]

[Dallas, TX – June 4th, 2015] Student: Eric M. Craig GPA :3.85 Hometown : Los Angeles , California Major/ Class: Political Science / Junior Eric,a junior at the Xavier University of Louisiana  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Craig is originally from Los Angeles, California  and he currently holds a 3.85 GPA and is […]

[Dallas, TX.- May, 29th, 2015] Student: Ashley Kirby Hometown: Richmond, Virginia Classification & Major : Sophomore Major : Economics Ashley Kirby is a Sophomore  at Spelman with a GPA of 3.76 .  She is originally from Virginia and her future goals are to work in banking finance or corporate retail.  After working for a few years, she would like to receive […]

{ Dallas , TX – May 29th, 2015} Student: Alix Tearney Hometown: Broomfield, Colorado Classification & Major : Freshman Major : International Studies This Spelman student Alix Tearney  currently has a 3.5 GPA at Spelman College and is majoring in International Studies. Originally from  Colorado  her future goals is to work in foreign services and also receive her masters. At Spelman […]

[Dallas, TX – May 28th, 2015] Student:Melvin Bogard GPA :4.0 Hometown : Washington, D.C Major/ Class: Journalism Communications / Junior Melvin, a Junior at the University of the District of Columbia  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Bogard is originally from New Orleans Louisiana  and he currently holds a 4.0 GPA and is majoring in Human Development  at […]

[Dallas, TX – May 21st, 2015] Student: Joseph Baggett GPA :4.0 Hometown : New Orleans, Louisiana Major/ Class: Human Development / Senior Joseph,a senior at the University of the District of Columbia  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Baggett is originally from New Orleans Louisiana  and he currently holds a 4.0 GPA and is majoring in Human Development  at […]

[Dallas, TX – May 14th, 2015] Student: Harold Yapuwa GPA : 3.93 Hometown : Blantyre, Malawi Major/ Class: Water Resource Management/ 2nd Year Graduate Student Harold ,a Graduate student at the University of the District of Columbia  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Yapuwa is originally from Malawi a country in southeast Africa .He currently holds […]

[Dallas, TX – May 7th, 2015] Student: Andreas Smith GPA : 3.93 Hometown : Washington, D.C. Major/ Class: Business Management/ Junior Andreas ,a Junior at the University of the District of Columbia  was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Smith is originally from Washington, D.C. and currently has a 3.9 GPA. He is majoring in […]

[Dallas, TX – April 30th 2015] Student: DouDou Gueye GPA : 4.0 Hometown : Dakar, Senegal Major/ Class: Business / Junior DouDou, a Junior at South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Gueye is originally from Dakar, Senegal  and currently has a 4.0 GPA. He is majoring in Business at South Carolina State University. […]

  [Dallas, TX – April 23rd 2015] Student: Allen Fleming GPA : 3.6 Hometown : Pinewood, SC Major/ Class: Professional Drama/ Freshman Allen, a Freshman at South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Fleming is originally from Bronx, NewYork and was raised in Pinewood,  South Carolina and currently has […]

  Student: D’ Angelo Simmons  GPA : 4.0 Hometown : Orangeburg, SC Major/ Class: Nuclear Engineering / Sophomore D’Angelo Simmons is the Tom Joyner Foundation’s Hercules Scholar of the week. This honor student and future nuclear engineer has a 4.0 GPA and plans to make a difference in the world nuclear science. At S.C. State, […]

  [Dallas, TX – April 9th, 2015] Student: Cordell Brown GPA : 3.50 Hometown : Myrtle Beach, SC Major/ Class: Biology/ Freshman Cordell, a Freshman at South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Brown is originally from Myrtle Beach,  South Carolina and currently has a 3.50 GPA. He is […]

  [Dallas, TX – April 2nd, 2015] Student: Antonio Hamilton GPA : 3.52 Hometown : Johnston, SC Major/ Class: Physical Education/ Junior Antonio, a Junior at South Carolina State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Hamilton  is originally from Johnston, South Carolina and currently has a 3.5 GPA. He is majoring […]

[Dallas, TX – March 26th, 2015] Student: Dayhige Wright GPA : 3.7 Hometown : Rocky Mount, SC Major/ Class: Mass Communication/ Sophomore Dayhige,a Sophomore at Winston Salem State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Mr. Wright is originally from Rocky Mount, South Carolina and currently has a 3.7 GPA. He is majoring in Mass Communication at […]

  [Dallas, TX – March 19th, 2015] Student: Kalon T.J. Anthony GPA : 3.73 Hometown : Riverdale, Georgia Major/ Class: Education / Sophomore Kalon Anthony ,a Sophomore at Winston Salem State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Kalon is originally from Riverdale, Georgia and currently has a 3.73 GPA. He is majoring in Education at Winston […]

  [Dallas, TX – March 12th, 2015] Student: Je’Rel T. Smith GPA : 3.7 Hometown : Lexington, NC Major/ Class: Mass Communication – Public Relations / Freshman Je’Rel T. Smith ,a Freshman at Winston Salem State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Je’Rel T. Smith is originally from Lexington, North Carolina and currently has a 3.7 GPA. He […]

[Dallas, TX – March 5th, 2015] Student: Tristen Johnson GPA : 3.6 Hometown : Charlotte, NC Major/ Class: Economics – Finance / Junior Tristen Johnson ,a Junior at Winston Salem State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Tristen Johnson is originally from Charlotte North Carolina and currently has a 3.6 GPA. He is majoring in […]

[Dallas, TX – February 26th , 2015] Student: Claude Davis Jr. GPA : 3.8 Hometown : Harvey, Illinois Major/ Class: Accounting/ Freshman Claude Davis Jr. ,a Freshman at Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Claude Davis Jr. is originally from Harvey, Illinois and currently has a 3.8 GPA. He […]

  [Dallas, TX – February 19th , 2015] Student: Christian Williams GPA : 3.8 Hometown : Memphis, Tennessee Major/ Class: Business/ Freshman Christian Williams , a Freshman at  Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Christian Williams is originally from Memphis, Tennessee  and currently has a 3.8 GPA. He […]

[Dallas, TX – February 12th , 2015] Student: Jeremy Anderson GPA : 3.78 Hometown : Baton, Rouge Major/ Class: Mass Communication / Sophomore Jeremy Anderson a Sophomore at  Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Jeremy is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and currently has a 3.78 GPA. He is majoring in Mass communication […]

[Dallas, TX – February 5th , 2015] Student: Marcus Sidney GPA : 3.68 Hometown : Gretna, Louisiana Major/ Class: Earth System Science / Junior Marcus Sidney a Junior at  Jackson State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Marcus is originally from Gretna , Louisiana and currently has a 3.68 GPA. He is majoring in […]

[Dallas, TX – December 11, 2014] Student: Darrien Watson Hometown : Monticello, Arkansas Major/ Class: Health and Physical Education / Freshman Darrien Watson, a Freshman at  Langston University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Darrien is originally from Monticello , Arkansas and currently has a 3.07 GPA. He is majoring in Health and Physical Education […]

Dallas, TX – December 4th “WE ARE NSU” Student: Jorge Romo-Jimenz Hometown : Newport News , Virginia Major/ Class: Chemistry,  sophomore Jorge Romo-Jimenz, a native of Newport News , Virginia  named the Tom Joyner Foundation ” Hercules Scholar” of the week. Jorge  is a sophomore, chemistry major and plans to become a Forensic Scientist . At Norfolk State he is  in […]

  [Dallas, TX – November 13, 2014] #WeAreSouthern Student: Erik Angel Hometown : Monroe , LA Major/ Class: Nursing , Junior Erik Angel, a Junior at  Southern University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Erik is originally from Monroe, Louisiana and currently has a 3.746 GPA. He is majoring in Nursing and is working […]

[Dallas, TX – November 5th, 2014] #WeAreSouthern Student: Kyle Snedecor Hometown : Ann Arbor, Michigan Major/ Class: Finance  – Senior Kyle Snedecor, a Senior at  Southern University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar ” for this week. Kyle is originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan and currently has a 3.5GPA. He is majoring in Finance and is working towards his […]

[ Dallas, TX – October 30th, 2014 ] Student: Joshua Middleton Hometown : Montgomery, Alabama Major/ Class: Chemistry  – Sophomore Joshua Middleton, a Sophomore at  Alabama State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar” for this week. He is originally from Montgomery and currently has a 3.9 GPA. He is majoring in Chemistry and is working on a […]

[Dallas, TX – October 23rd,2014] Student: Edward Lowman Hometown : Mobile, Alabama Major/ Class: Biology/Secondary Education – Junior Edward Lowman, a Junior at  Alabama State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar for this week. He is originally from Mobile and currently has a 3.64 GPA. He is majoring in Biology and Secondary Education  and wants to […]

[Dallas,TX – October 16th,2014] Student: Jeremy Crum Hometown : Selma, Alabama Major/ Class: Physical Education – Senior Jeremy Crum, a Senior at  Alabama State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar for this week. He is originally from Selma , Alabama and currently has a 3.88 GPA. He is majoring in Physical Education and wants to pursue […]

[Dallas, TX – October 9th,2014] Student: Shawan Parks Hometown : Montgomery Major/ Class: Criminal Justice  – Junior Shawan Parks, a Junior at  Alabama State University was named the Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar for this week. He is originally from Montgomery and currently has a 3.82 GPA. He is majoring in criminal justice and wants to pursue a career as […]

[Dallas, TX. – August 14th ]       “OPPORTUNITY STARTS AT HOME” Darrell Cummings Jr.  a junior, Sociology major ,from Baton Rouge, LA.  , has been named this week’s Tom Joyner Foundation “Hercules Scholar”. Darrell’s plans to obtain his Master’s degree in Education Counseling and become a counselor in the secondary education school system.   At Clark […]