BLN/The Lamar Dawson ‘Dream Big’ Scholarship
The Lamar Dawson "Dream Big" Scholarship was established in 2023 by proud USF alumnus Lamar Dawson. When Dawson, '08 was an undergraduate student, he was actively involved in campus life, serving as an orientation leader, resident assistant and alumni ambassador while studying Communication. Since earning his degree, he's gone on to achieve many of his dreams—like earning two master's degrees, overseeing communications for brands like American Express and Microsoft, becoming a journalist for the TODAY Show and even having his own countdown show on SiriusXM radio. Lamar believes none of this would have been possible without the inside and outside the classroom education he received at USF and the many donors who made it possible for him to attend.
Scholarship Purpose
To offer scholarships to full or part-time first-generation students at all academic levels, pursuing all majors, in all colleges. This scholarship is renewable up to 8 semesters. Preference for students engaged in the Black Leadership Network that supports African Americans and African American initiatives throughout the USF and in our community. Preference for students who are active in the community, inspire to be of service to others, and care about diversity and inclusion.
