Hear Zaniya's Presentation here
This presentation is submitted by Zaniya Lewis, a 2019-2020 Knapp Fellow. Knapp Fellowship for Entrepreneurial Service-Learning. Knapp Fellows receive up to $10,000 to support their ideas to combine scholarly work with community action. Students, work with a faculty advisor, and one or more community partners, spend one year conducting inquiry and implementing their idea. Note: Applications for the 2020-2021 Knapp Fellows are due May 26, 2020 (see link above).
Zaniya this is great work you've done right here near campus. How has this project changed your thinking about scholarships?
Thank you for your email! Yes, this project has changed my perspective on scholarships. I believe scholarships are a great thing, but policies must change in order for students who need them to actually benefit from the money. No student should be penalized for their achievements. I believe foundations must be aware of policies before awarding scholarship money to students. College counselors and organizations must notify students and their families about scholarship displacements until this practice is outlawed nationwide.
Thank you for supporting our project!
I really liked your presentation Zaniya very informative! Defintley an organization I would be interested in!
Thank you, Emebte! Let me know if you would like to get involved!
You have built a terrific organization and a great research project! I am glad this will continue.
Thank you, Amy! It was an honor to receive the Knapp Fellowship!
This presentation was great Zaniya! This organization is definitely one I'd consider.
Thank you! Let me know if you would like to get involved!
Incredible to see work that engage all members of the Foggy Bottom community. Hope more GW students can get involved with it in the future!
Thank you, Shannon!
There are so many layers to your project Zaniya, and you've been thoughtful about every aspect. You are building something so important here, I hope you keep going!
Thank you, Wendy!
Spectacular work Zaniya! It is evident that you have dedicated a plethora of time into your social justice efforts, and I absolutley love to see it! Keep climbing and reaching new heights.
Thank you, Nneka!
Great job. I really liked how you balanced students' quotes with statistics. The format explained your project really well. I was fortunate enough to learn more about The Climb is Our story and the YesSheCanCampaign from speaking with Gabi. You're doing such amazing work on so many fronts, I can't believe you're a senior. I really look forward to hearing about what you do in the future.