11.01.21
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) announced the winners of the Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship, sponsored by Mary Kay Inc., in support of under-represented minority students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in chemical, physical, medical, pharmaceutical, biological or related sciences and technology.
The selection committee, which included Madam C.J. Walker’s great-great-granddaughter, chose the two winners from a group of impressive candidates, each of whom shall receive a $5,000 scholarship: Imani Elaine Porter of Hampton University, a second year undergraduate (biochemistry); and Joy Rutherford of The Ohio State University, a fourth year PhD candidate (chemistry).
The winners have been invited to attend the SCC 75th Annual Meeting & Showcase in New York City to be presented with the award.
Established in 2021, the Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship, sponsored by Mary Kay, awards two $5,000 scholarships to under-represented minority students.
The selection committee, which included Madam C.J. Walker’s great-great-granddaughter, chose the two winners from a group of impressive candidates, each of whom shall receive a $5,000 scholarship: Imani Elaine Porter of Hampton University, a second year undergraduate (biochemistry); and Joy Rutherford of The Ohio State University, a fourth year PhD candidate (chemistry).
The winners have been invited to attend the SCC 75th Annual Meeting & Showcase in New York City to be presented with the award.
Established in 2021, the Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship, sponsored by Mary Kay, awards two $5,000 scholarships to under-represented minority students.