Antonio Johnson Scholarship

Rebirth of a Community

The Antonio Johnson Scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Antonio Johnson, who began his academic career at Xavier in June 1971. While majoring in Urban Studies, he participated in the school band and was an active member of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as president of the Black Student Association, single-handedly organizing activities for Black Awareness Month in February 1976. Unfortunately, he died at age 22 on February 8 of that year. He is remembered as a caring, compassionate, confident, and articulate individual dedicated to social change and justice.

The Antonio Johnson Scholarship Award is presented each year to a junior of African descent with demonstrated academic excellence (3.0 minimum cumulative GPA), outstanding leadership, involvement, service, and a history of significant contributions to the Black Student Association and/or the Xavier University community.

History

Mr. Johnson began his academic career at Xavier in June 1971. While majoring in Urban Studies, he participated in the school band and was an active member of St. Roman Catholic Church. He worked hard and dedicated his time to the Black Student Association as President. This title earned him the respect of the Xavier campus and the adjoining community. Mr. Johnson organized and implemented activities for Black Awareness Month in February 1976. Unfortunately, he was unable to see the results of his hard work. Mr. Johnson passed at the young age of 22 on February 8, 1976. He is remembered as a caring, compassionate, confident, and an articulate individual who was dedicated to the principles of social change and justice.