Arthur Ashe
Diverse: Issues In Higher Education sponsors the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar Awards to honor students of color who have excelled in the classroom as well as on the athletic field. Inspired by tennis legend Arthur Ashe, Jr.'s commitment to education as well as his love for the game of tennis, U.S. colleges and universities are invited to participate in this annual awards program by nominating their outstanding sports scholars. In addition to their athletic ability and academic performance, Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars demonstrate a commitment to community service and student leadership.
Male Sport Winners
Faith, Family and Community, Darius Robinson, 2024 Male Winner
Male Sport Finalists
Jacori Teemer
Myles Collins
Chase Griffin
Clifford Omoruyi
Jaqueline Azevedo
Ashton Gillotte
Dillon Jones
Marcus Caldeira
Tyler Williamson
Job Trahan
Female Sport Winners
Forward Motion, Olivia Womack, 2024 Female Winner
Female Sport Finalists
Elizabeth Cruz
Natasha Kim
Ana Morett
Charlisse Leger-Walker
Gabi Albiero
McKenzie Long
Vanessa Deniz
Madison Scott
More About This Program:
As the name denotes, the annual Ashe edition is part of the magazine’s quarter-century legacy of recognizing young, outstanding minority men and women who have distinguished themselves in their academic and athletic pursuits.
In addition to their athletic ability, students named Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.5, be at least a sophomore academically and be active on their campuses or in their communities.
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