🖌️ I’m Using My Voice—and My Degree—to Raise Awareness for Sickle Cell

Hi! My name is Dontavious Newell, and I’m excited to begin my college journey at Clark Atlanta University, where I’ll be majoring in Mass Media Arts with a concentration in Public Relations.

I’ve always loved being creative—whether it’s painting, writing, or simply spending time with friends who inspire me. But my creativity has a purpose: I want to use my voice and communication skills to bring attention to causes that matter—especially Sickle Cell Disease, which has impacted my life and the lives of those around me.

📣 What I Plan to Do

After graduating, my goal is to work as a public relations specialist in a clinic or hospital setting, using media, messaging, and storytelling to raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease. Whether it’s crafting campaigns, coordinating outreach, or changing how the public understands chronic illness, I want to be part of the movement that helps bring visibility and compassion to our community.

🎓 What This Scholarship Means to Me

Winning the Warrior On The Rise Scholarship means I’m one step closer to achieving my goals. It helps lift the financial burden of college, allowing me to focus on building a career with impact—one that empowers others and shares the stories that need to be heard.

This scholarship isn’t just an award—it’s a statement that my dreams are valid and that my voice has value.

💡 Help More Warriors Like Me Rise

I’m proud to be one of 27 Warrior On The Rise Scholarship recipients this year, a huge step forward from the 10 awarded in previous years. This growth is because of generous supporters like you, who believe in students like me—warriors with big goals and even bigger hearts.

Your donation to the Warrior On The Rise Scholarship Fund helps students like me turn purpose into action.

Thank you for believing in what’s possible.

— Dontavious