MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The Madison Metropolitan School District announced on Wednesday that a recent Vel Phillips Memorial High School graduate (VPM) has been awarded a $10,000 scholarship.
Sodik Gbadamassi will be able to use this money to attend a historically Black college or university from the Milwaukee Bucks and Johnson Controls.
Gbadamassi says he is thankful for this honor as it will have a major impact on his future finances.
“I was speechless when I found out that I’d been chosen,” Gbadamassi said. “I put a lot of time and effort into my application, and I’m thankful for the opportunity that this scholarship presents, in allowing me to grow and further my education.”
District Multicultural Services Coordinator Andrea Jones nominated him for the scholarship and says he is a very determined young man.
“He’s selfless, he’s a leader, and he’s been a role model for many of the younger students at VPM, particularly those in the Black Student Union,” said Jones. “I’m proud that he’s being recognized with this scholarship, and I’m excited to see him continue to follow his dreams at the next level.”
Out of 100 applicants, he was selected for the award.
He was involved in several organizations during his time at VPM and served in multiple leadership roles including president of the Black Student Union, co-president of the Multicultural Club, and senior representative of the Student Council.
In the fall, he will be attending Hampton University where he plans to study business/ finance.
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