THE SCHOLAR - Volume V: "Blueprint to Success - Part II" (College Edition)

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BLUEPRINT TO SUCCESS PART SEPTEMBER 2022, VOLUME V A DEBOLES-JOHNSON FOUNDATION, INC. BIANNUAL PUBLICATION
DEBOLES-JOHNSON FOUNDATION, (DJF) INC. ~ EST. 2019 ~ WWW.DJFOUNDATIONINC.ORG BLUEPRINT TO SUCCESS - PART 2 THE SCHOLAR VOL V: COLLEGE EDITION DJF, Inc. Publications

CEO's Note

Contributor: Dr. Zemoria Johnson, PharmD

Social Media Dos/Dont's

Contributor: Ms. Zenani Johnson, MPA

Hub

Contributor: Dr. Christopher Daniels, Ph.D

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04 Scholarship
05 The Importance of Travel for African American CollegeStudents 06 Scholar Highlight: Introducing DJF's Class of 2022 Scholarship Awardees
08 Announcement: Class of 2023 Scholarship Portal
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CEO'S NOTE

Welcome back to another edition of The Scholar: Blueprint to Success -- Part II (College Edition)!

As a college student, success can mean a lot of different things depending on who is asked. Some people define success based on the amount of money earned. Others say it is based on the number of social media followers that you may have. In my opinion, success is the realization that you are walking in your purpose, unashamedly. It is being able to look at yourself in the mirror, proud of who you are and the difference that has been made because of your sacrifices.

I hope that after reading this "blueprint", you feel more confident and excited to define how you will accomplish your goals and aspirations as a future professional and change agent! Here's to your success, Scholar!

Johnson

... success is the realization that you are walking in your purpose, unashamedly.

DR. ZEMORIA JOHNSON, CEO DEBOLES-JOHNSON, FOUNDATION
Zemoria
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TheDo's&Don'tsofSocialMedia

Contributor:Ms.ZenaniJohnson,MPA

Unfortunately, there's no way of escaping social media! That's why I worked with my team at Groundbreaking Strategies, LLC to create the "Do's and Don'ts of Social Media." Check out the list below!

DO'S:

Network: Social media has become the go-to place to meet people. When used correctly, it can help you find a job, make new friends, and even tap into new networks. Regardless, social media, when used correctly, can help you make new contacts that can help you be successful moving forward.

Brand Yourself: Social media is the perfect tool for building your brand. Want to be taken more seriously or want to be seen differently? Try updating your social media to reflect a more professional or fun version of yourself It's the perfect tool for controlling your own life's narrative.

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DONT'S:

Reckless Posts: Whenever you make a social media post, think carefully and ask yourself, "would I want my grandmother to see or read this"? Nothing on the internet disappears or deletes. Be careful when you make a post. Remember that at any point in your life, it can resurface.

Personal Information: Never post personal information on your social media. Your personal information includes but is not limited to location, address, medical information, credit cards, and so much more. Sharing personal information can become very dangerous and put you in harms way.

Cyberbullying: Social media is a safe space for individuals to share and post content. Not a space for hate and bullying. Some people have used social media to share mean and hateful comments. Make sure you aren't one of those people. Remember, it's nice to be nice.

Zenani Johnson is a recent graduate of Florida State University where she earned her Master’sinPublicAdministrationfromFSU’sCollegeofSocialSciencesandPublicPolicy,she is currently serving as the Equality of Opportunity Coordinator for The Florida Chamber of Commerce.Johnson,bornandraisedinTallahassee,ismotivatedbyadesiretohelpothers, andbelievesthatservingothersisinherfamily'sDNA.

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Rhodes Scholarship Application Deadline: October 7th Award Amount - $140,000

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Scholarship

Deadline: October 14th Award Amount - $10,000

SchoolHouse Connection Youth Scholarship Program

Application Deadline: October 15th Award Amount - $2,000

Brooks Instrument Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship

Application Deadline: October 31st Award Amount - $2,000

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

Application Deadline: October 31st Award Amount - $20,000

Deadline: October 31st

Amount - $5,000

Deadline: October 31st

Amount - $1,000

Deadline: October 31st

Amount - $30,000

Program

DJF'S SCHOLARSHIP HUB H.S. GRADUATING C/O 2023 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION OCTOBER 2022 DEADLINES
Stantec Equity
Diversity
Application
DeBoles-Johnson Foundation Scholarships Portal Opens October 31st www.djfoundationinc.org Geraldine "Polly" Bednash Scholarship Application
Award
Orangesoft Women in Technology Scholarship
Application
Award
VFW Voice of Democracy Competition Application
Award
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THE IMPORTANCE OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN COLLEGE STUDENTS

Contributor: Dr. Christopher L. Daniels, Ph.D

Traveling the world is critical for African American college students because of the environments that far too many of us grow up in. Living in America, it's very easy to be isolated from the rest of the world and not realize the opportunities that exist right before your eyes. That's why many people from other countries are able to come into poorer neighborhoods and establish thriving business.

When traveling abroad, you are able to see different ways of living and many more possibilities than you ever knew existed In my experience with travel, I've been able to make so many genuine connections with people all over the world. These relations have created

countless opportunities for me, my family and many others.

Additionally, reconnecting African Americans with their historic roots and ties to the Africa continent can create a stronger sense of self identity and confidence. Over the years, one of the most powerful things I've been able to witness is the feeling of joy that overcomes students when they touch down on African soil for the first time.

I would encourage every college student who gets the opportunity to travel while in college to do so. To prepare your studying abroad adventure, speak with your school's academic advisor to learn more!

Dr Christopher L Daniels is an American academic, currently a Professor at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in the Center for Global Security and International Affairs He previously worked as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University in the Edmund A Walsh School of Foreign Service where he taught the course Government and Politics in Sub Saharan Africa He also interned with the DepartmentofStateintheBureauofAfricanAffairsattheU.S.EmbassyinMaseru, Lesotho. He received his Ph.D. in African Studies from Howard University in May 2010 and wrote a dissertation entitled, "Piracy and Terrorism in an Interconnected World: Somalia as a Test Case for the Global Security Concerns of the 21st Century."

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The DeBoles-Johnson Foundation, Inc. is proud to announce the Class of 2022 Scholarship Awardees.

1ST PLACE - $1000

MS. JAYLA HOSTICK

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA

HIGH SCHOOL: COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE: UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

MAJOR/MINOR: CRIMINAL JUSTICE/PSYCHOLOGY

"Being a DJF scholarship recipient means that I have a much-needed support system to help me reach my academic and career goals."

2ND PLACE - $750

MS. TIALEYA COWART TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

HIGH SCHOOL: AMOS P. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE: TALLAHASSEE COMMUITY COLLEGE MAJOR: NURSING

"This award is truly a blessing to me. It has shown me that all my hard work and dedication has finally paid off and nothing is impossible."

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THE ELIZA JANE PERRY BOOK SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT - $250

MS. TANASHA JACKSON JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

HIGH SCHOOL: EDWARD H. WHITE HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA MAJOR: HISTORY

"Receiving this scholarship from DJF means the world to me. I am glad to help ease the cost of college from my mom."

THE CURTIS M. CROWTHER BOOK SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT - $250

MS. IMANI WALKER

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

HIGH SCHOOL: LEON HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE: FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY MAJOR: BIOLOGY, PRE MEDICINE

"To be the first-ever student to receive this scholarship in honor of Curtis is an honor! I hope to make an impact in the medical field that will leave a legacy for generations to come."

The Curtis M. Crowther Book Scholarship Endowment was created in 2022 to honor the life and legacy of a family friend, Curtis M. Crowther.
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Seniors!

Each year, graduating Florida high school seniors are eligible to apply based on the following criteria:

Maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA (unweighted) or higher (Freshman Senior Years)

Earned at least 100 community service hours

Will pursue an advanced degree at a college/university, career/technical or trade school post graduation

Students must submit a formal application which includes a personal statement, detailing how the scholarship will help meet future college and professional career aspirations.

D J F S C H O L A R S H I P WEBSITE: WWW.DJFOUNDATIONINC.ORG Hey,
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