SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Thanks to our alumni, the FVSU National Alumni Association is able to proudly provide financial assistance to our students.

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OVERVIEW

The Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. (FVSU NAA) was organized as the alumni support component of Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, Georgia, for:

  • soliciting gifts and donations for the support of Fort Valley State University;

  • promoting the interest of Fort Valley State University and the university family;

  • establishing mutually beneficial relations between the University and its stakeholders and supporters;

  • and serving as a vigilant protector of the heritage of Fort Valley State University.

Fort Valley State University is one of Georgia’s three public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the state’s only 1890 land-grant institution. Founded in November 6, 1895, FVSU leverages a 125-year tradition of excellence and uniqueness in academic and co-curricular programming to educate students of all races, genders, & cultural background from all over the world, even as it builds on its expertise in transforming individuals perfected as an historically black university.

These scholarships results from an initiative provided by the supporters of the University’s 125th year celebration fundraising. We are pleased to recognize FVSU’s best and brightest in academia with a scholarship to their alma mater. Due to FVSU Alumni, Friends, and Family’s financial generosity, the FVSU NAA is pleased to offer scholarships supporting FVSU students’ collegiate goals.

HOW TO APPLY

Completing the application is the first step to applying for the scholarship award. Once submitted, a panel assesses all complete applications and a group of students is selected.
Note: Additionally, past winners may reapply if eligible, but are not given preference in selection.

Additional required documentation includes the following:

  • Copy of completed application (including application letter)

  • Essay (One page in length, 750-word minimum)

  • Proof of current enrollment status and official transcripts

  • Minimum of two letters of recommendation (i.e., Dept. Head, educator, community advocate)

IMPORTANT DATES

 
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ELIGIBILITY

The scholarship eligibility criteria for students are listed below:

  • Applicants must be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student at FVSU;

  • Current full-time student, in good standing with a minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA),

  • Demonstrate a commitment to Fort Valley State University now and beyond as an active alumnus.

All student applications and supporting documents must be received by July 8. Please refer to the “How to Apply” section to ensure all pertinent documents are included in the application package.

APPLICATION PACKAGE CHECKLIST

  1. Timely Submission (Late packages will not be considered)

  2. Completed application (Incomplete packages will not considered)

  3. Essay (One page in length, 750-word minimum, legible, and grammatically correct)

  4. Current enrollment status and official transcripts

  5. Minimum of two letters of recommendation (i.e., Dept. Head, educator, community advocate)

  6. Please submit the complete application, essay, and required documentation electronically to: fvsunaascholarship@gmail.com with the Subject Line: FVSU NAA Scholarship


CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2022 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS!

ANIYAH RAGLAND, Senior, Biology Major
College Park, GA

"I am honored to have received such a generous award from the FVSU National Alumni Association. As a current student, I can only hope that in the future, I can be in a position to pay this opportunity forward to someone else and make a difference in the lives of Future Wildcats, as you have done with mine. It is so amazing to see that my future alma mater has such a strong positive alumni foundation as this to give back to its students. Thank you again!"


DION GOODWIN, Senior, Management Major
Hephzibah, GA

"We lift our hearts in thankfulness for loyalty and thoroughness” … Thank you for finding me to be a great recipient of this scholarship, glad to see wildcats who were once in my shoes supporting fellow wildcats!"


OSJAH RAGIN, Senior, Mathematics Major
Fort Valley, GA

"I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to the FVSU National Alumni Association, Inc. for seeing my potential and investing in my education and future. I feel extremely blessed and honored to receive this award and plan to use it to further my education in the STEM field. In the future, I know I will look back and remember who invested in me and do the same for others. Thank you!”

ANTHONY WASHINGTON, Senior, Criminal Justice Major
Stockbridge, GA

"I am immensely grateful for your generosity and kindness toward me in supporting my collegiate journey. I am forever committed to reminding everyone that there is a light in the valley, and I will ensure that it shines, shines, shines."


ORIANNA WATTERS, Senior, Veterinary Technology Major
Fort Valley, GA

"As life tends to give you adversities, it also presents you with opportunities. Thank you, Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. for your generosity and dedication to your Wildcat family. The association represents the epitome of what a robust Alumni base can and will do for the present and future of our beloved Alma Mater. May God continue to bless our institution and your association; sequentially, we can continue to give back to our institution that instills extensively into us. Again, thank you tremendously."


CHRISTIAN MILLER, Junior, Agricultural Economics Major
Beaufort, SC

"Gratitude is due for this magnificent honor. Being awarded the Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. Scholarship Award is an honor and privilege. For my family and me, this is a truly fantastic blessing. I am supported by the illustrious alumni who have blazed a trail for myself and countless others. I aspire to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture with a concentration in agricultural economics, and this contribution will help me do that."


BRITNEY MOTEN, Sophomore, Political Science Major
Dexter, GA

"Thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to receive this scholarship. It is amazing to know that while I work hard to receive my education there are people who want me to succeed just as badly as I do."


2021 scholarship recipients!

SARENA HALE, Senior, Biology Major
Riverdale, GA

"One of the lessons that I grew up with was to always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals."

—Michelle Obama


ASHLYNN WRIGHT, Junior, Business Management Major
Lilburn, GA

“The FVSU National Alumni Association Scholarship is a major investment in my education and goals. I am honored and grateful to receive this award. This scholarship helps me prepare to set the table for future students at Fort Valley State University. I am enthusiastic about giving back to the community that gives so much to me."

THOMAYA BROWN, Junior, Mathematics Major
Warner Robins, GA

"It is with profound pride and gratitude that I can say I am a Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. Scholarship Recipient. I thank you all for your generosity that will allow me to continue to strive for excellence throughout my matriculation. Being selected has been an immensely rewarding experience."


JEREMIAH WASHINGTON, Sophomore, Business Administration Major
Fort Washington, MD

"Thank you FVSU Alumni Association for choosing me for your scholarship award. This award means so much to me as it helps pay for my education. I accept this award thank you once again. A little progress each day adds up to big results."