Antonio Johnson Scholarship Gala Archives
2023
Alanee Wright, Antonio Johnson Scholarship
This award goes to a student of African, African-American or Black descent who is currently a junior, has a 3.0 GPA and who has made contributions to the African, African-American or Black community on- and off-campus. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, on-campus room & board and provides a small book stipend during their senior year.
2022
Keylan West, Antonio Johnson Scholarship
This award goes to a student of African, African-American or Black descent who is currently a junior, has a 3.0 GPA and who has made contributions to the African, African-American or Black community on- and off-campus. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, on-campus room & board and provides a small book stipend during their senior year.
Jamia Martin, Anotnio Johnson Runner-up Award
The committee also awards the runner-up with a $10,000 scholarship, provided by Xavier's Office of the President and Office of Mission & Identity's Truth, Racial Healing, and Reconciliation Grant.
Jada Batacan, Maia Chess, and Derrick Meyer
Antonio Johnson Legacy Awards
In addition to the runner-up scholarship, the committee is providing three (3) scholarships awarded in the amount of $500 for the remaining finalists. Sponsored by Xavier University's Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion.
2021
Elizabeth Garnes, Antonio Johnson Scholarship
This award goes to a student of African, African-American or Black descent who is currently a junior, has a 3.0 GPA and who has made contributions to the African, African-American or Black community on- and off-campus. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, on-campus room & board and provides a small book stipend during their senior year.
Malcolm McEwen, Anotnio Johnson Runner-up Award
The committee also awards the runner-up with a $10,000 scholarship, provided by Xavier's Office of the President and Office of Mission & Identity's Truth, Racial Healing, and Reconciliation Grant.
Seriah Barnes, Mareea Beasley, and Jordan Jiles
Antonio Johnson Legacy Awards
In addition to the runner-up scholarship, the committee is providing 3 book scholarships awarded in the amount of $500 for the remaining finalists. Sponsored by Xavier University's Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion.
2020
Date & Location: Virtual
Finalists:
Desmond Varner
Munachimso Anachebe
Jillian Simpson
Recipient: Desmond Varner
2019
Date & Location: April 19, 2019, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Keynote: Dr. Kyra Shahid
Finalists:
Blair McKee
Emmanuel Ohiomah
Joy Owens
Ihsan Walker
Recipient: Blair McKee
2018
Theme: "Lest We Forget: I Am My Ancestor’s Dream"
Date & Location: April 20, 2018, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Keynotes: Ruby Bester, Damon Jones
Finalists:
Andrews Beniana
Benmun Damul
Rhea Elcock
Tianna Volzar
Recipient: Tianna Volzar
2017
Theme: "Rebirth of a Community"
Date & Location: March 31, 2017, James & Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Denise Lackey
Finalists:
Mackenzie Collier
Kaelen Doolan
Mykia Lee
Eseoghene Obrimah
Recipient: Eseoghene Obrimah
2016
Theme: "Reaching Back to Pass it Forward"
Date & Location: April 8, 2016, James & Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Wilson Okello
Finalists:
Brianna Gladly
Gala Rai Hughley
Ebube Iheme
Xye Inzauro
Mischell Woodson-Levey
Adaolisa Nnaji
Sarah Ochieng
Hannah Sheppard
Aichetou Waiga
Taykia Wright
Recipient: Sarah Ocheing
2015
Theme: “Leave Your Mark; Embrace Your Destiny”
Date & Location: April 10, 2015, James & Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Brandon Cosby
Recipient: Victoria Dickerson
2014
Theme: Exemplifying Excellence
Date & Location: April 11, 2014
Keynote: Dennis E. Bland
Nominees:
Sara Bediako
Juwanna Brown
Sarah Craig
Jasmine Davis
Teya Deleveaux
Binta Diallo
Nateka Faison
Ciarra Guthrie
DuShawn Harley
Sam Merritt
Njeri Migwe
Wambui Migwe
Suubi Nambwayo
Chuma Nnawulezi
Adrian Oppong
Brianna Piedra
Gabrielle Rahming
Jerron Taylor
Recipient: Chuma Nnawulezi
2013
Theme: “Making Dreams a Reality Through Hope, Faith, and Determination”
Date & Location: April 19, 2013, James and Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Dr. Tonya M. Matthews
Finalists:
Erin Arney
Alexis Burnett
Tapuwa Chikwinya
Doree Conley
Josephine Lando
Davis Lara
Darnell Miller
Armando Moss
Lauren White
Recipient: Josephine Lando
2012
Theme: Excellence by Definition. Achievement by Choice. Success Expected.
Date & Location: April 27, 2012, James and Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Natasha Holiday
Finalists:
Tiara Nicole Anderson
Mariah deWeaver
Rebecca Ashley Dobbs
Kristen Rogers
Recipient: Tiara Anderson
2011
Theme: “One People, One Mission”
Date & Location: April 15, 2011, James and Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Anthony Darnell Davis
Finalists:
Akosua Effa Addo
Brittany Armour
Theron Bundle
Evan Carter
Stacey Fong
Jared F. Greene
Kristopher Holmes
TaTiana Sanders
Hanna Tegegne
Vernon Thomas
Almaz Witthans
Recipient: Jared F. Greene
2010
Theme: “Dare to Dream, Strive to Succeed”
Date & Location: April 16, 2010, James and Caroline Duff Banquet Center
Keynote: Tony Anderson
Nominees:
Amanda Tooley
Thailer Buari
Brittany Black
William Washington
Michelle Brockington
Alexis Ponder
Theron Bundle
Remus Brice
Shana M. Harris
Retha Walker
Jacqui Taylor
Recipient: Thailer Buari