09.30.22
Procter & Gamble (P&G) haircare brands Gold Series from Pantene and Royal Oils by Head & Shoulders today announced the 31 recipients of the second annual Rooted in Science Scholarship, developed in partnership with UNCF (United Negro College Fund) to award scholarships to Black students pursuing degrees in STEM fields at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and UNCF-member schools.
P&G longtime partner UNCF will facilitate the distribution of funds.
“UNCF is proud to play a role in narrowing the diversity gap in STEM fields that create innovation across diverse communities and around the world,” said Maurice E. Jenkins, Jr., executive vice president and chief development officer, UNCF. “We applaud Procter & Gamble for their commitment and financial support.”
Gold Series and Royal Oils has committed to providing $1 million in total scholarships to support the growth and development of future Black STEM-focused innovators.
A 2019 Pew Research Center study revealed that Black professionals remain underrepresented in the STEM workforce, making up nearly 9%. Additionally, a 2021 study by the Pew Research Center reports that 69% of Black college graduates working in a STEM job say that someone made them feel excited about their abilities in related subjects, with 68% sharing that someone helped them see the relevance of these fields for their job or career.
Gold Series from Pantene was formulated by Black scientists, Ph.Ds., dermatologists and stylists who understand the unique needs of textured hair and provide superior moisturization. Through decades of cutting-edge innovation and technology, plus on-going research of textured hair, Royal Oils by Head & Shoulders was also developed to deliver superior scalp care and moisturization for any style.
“With the success of our inaugural program in 2021, we are honored to recognize the 2022 Rooted in Science Scholarship recipients,” said Atiya Jordan-Brown, P&G Beauty, senior scientist. “Black students are actualizing their dreams and taking steps to become the future of the STEM workforce.”
The following recipients of the Rooted in Science Scholarship will each receive up to $5,000 a year for up to two years for expenses associated with pursuing their degree:
Aaliyah Lemons, University of Texas at Austin
Ariel Lane, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
RaQuez Martin, Georgia State University
Adrana Oniovosa, University of Texas at Austin
Ayana Boyd, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Shannon Stewart, Arkansas State University-Jonesboro
Alysia Mccray, Duquesne University
Camryn Woolfolk, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Zina Asante, Emmanuel College
Amber Brown, George Mason University
Cha'Niya Skinner, Alabama State University
Lisa Chomba, Salem State University
Che'Isha Johnson, Talladega College
Jada Gillard, Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
Madison Burns, Georgia State University
Darynaisha Crawford, Dillard University
Jae Walls, Tennessee State University
Madison Clay, Livingstone College
Ireolu Orenuga, Virginia Commonwealth University
Jahia Collier, Hampton University
MaryAgnes Balogun, Morgan State University
Jacksyn-Symone Sallay, Barnard College
Kyra Kirby, Prairie View A & M University
Moustapha Salane, City University of New York The City College
Kamiyah Hicks, University of Kansas Main Campus
Janiya Brooks, Howard University
Nadine Simprevil, New York University
Kaylin Butler, Bennett College
Nasara Knight, San Diego State University
Kirstin Patterson, Dillard University
Nicole Akinseye, Howard University