Student Spotlight : Phillip Prince

Phillip Prince

"I am a biology major with a concentration in secondary education, and I was awarded a scholarship for the 2014-2015 academic year. Your giving is not only an investment to the university, but also, an investment in students like me."

"The scholarship has had a great impact in my academic career. I was able to purchase additional study materials and software that helped me with my studies. I started the semester strong, and I will continue to be diligent, consistent and patient in my study time as well as with my organizational responsibilities (SSUGAE, and Collegiate 100)."

"Being a scholarship recipient from my University is a beacon of hope for me and other students, which will allow us to continue to excel and pursue our career goals. I am extremely grateful for the Alumni and the work that they do, and I am honored to be a scholarship recipient."

Phillip attributes the scholarship he received, and the opportunities it afforded him, to getting one step closer to his dream of pursuing a Doctorate in Dental Medicine.

Student Spotlight : Shanay Campbell

Shanay Campbell

Shanay Campbell, a Mass Communications major from the Washington, D.C. area, completed an internship this summer with Radio One in Washington, D.C., her hometown. She worked with the network's digital and promotions department assisting with online content for four local stations.

This school year, Ms. Campbell was awarded a scholarship that has not only provided the financial assistance she needs to pursue her dream of working in radio, but also, encouragement to continue to work hard academically.

"I was elated to get the scholarship," Ms. Campbell says. "It was another way for me to be able to focus on my academics and not worry about the financial burden that comes with the college experience, especially since I have a sister who is also in college. We come from a single-parent household."

"[Receiving the scholarship] is a motivational factor, because I know that if my GPA falls below a certain level, I may not get the financial support that I need. It keeps me pushing on those hard days. I am very appreciative of the scholarship. Not a day goes by that I don't think about the blessings that come my way through financial assistance at Savannah State."

Student Spotlight : Kierra Hill

Kierra Hill

"My name is Kierra Hill, and I am a biology major in the College of Sciences and Technology (COST). I am a recipient of the MAGEC-STEM PLUS Scholarship, and I receive financial aid."

"Financial aid is a fundamental part of my matriculation here at Savannah State. Without the combination of my scholarship and financial aid, I would not be able to fund my education, and ultimately, attain my dream of becoming a neurologist. I am grateful for the opportunities afforded to me by my scholarship, as well as financial aid."

Through the MAGEC-STEM PLUS program, Kierra has been able to conduct research in the field of chemistry overseas in one of the most prestigious universities in China; Tianjin University, in Tianjin, China. She is a firm believer that aid in any form, whether it be in the form of a scholarship or financial aid, is very important in the success of a student determined to reach his or her goal of graduating.

Student Spotlight : Enow Ayuk

Enow Ayuk

Enow came to Savannah State University to pursue his goal of becoming a neurosurgeon.

Enow's grandfather - his inspiration - was an enthusiastic advocate of Enow's studies. He began showing signs of Alzheimer's, and after he passed in 2013, Enow was faced with an unsure academic future.

Before coming to Savannah State, Enow sat out for two semesters, unable to raise enough in financial aid to return to school.

In those months, he rededicated himself to his passion for science and decided he would work towards finding a cure for Alzheimer's once he returned to school.

Aware of the challenges ahead, he studied during the summer to be sure he was ready for fall. Enow became a Peach State Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participations (PSLSAMP) scholar and accepted Hope, research, and presidential scholarships.

It wasn't easy at first, but he realized that the opportunities are endless here at SSU.

This summer, Enow will study antibiotic-resistant bacteria through a research program at Alabama State.

And he knows that with determination and drive, anything is possible.