KiShawnda McRoyal at the Winnie Mandela Concert 2001

KiShawnda McRoyal, born December 15, 1980, was to begin her senior year at Howard University in the Fall of 2002. Her tenure at Howard was one full of hard work, tenacity, service and most of all sincere dedication to making a stand. As a radio, television and film major within the School of Communications, KiShawnda's commitment to academic excellence was clearly at the forefront of her goals. She exemplified the true meaning of purpose and most of all contribution, as her legacy remains on these grounds and in the hearts of all who knew her. She inspired many as a Resident Assistant during her second year at Howard University.

In acknowledgement of the precedence that she set, the KiShawnda McRoyal Scholarship Fund was created. We ask that all able individuals support the scholarship by making monetary donations. All contributions go directly to the scholarship fund. For more information email us at info@nsaaproductions.org, with the subject heading "scholarship" or use the button below to donate to the Kishawnda McRoyal Scholarship Fund.

KiShawnda's vision for an African dance group at Howard led to the formation of Nsaa Dance Ensemble. KiShawnda dedicated her life to helping and inspiring everyone around her. On June 9, 2002, KiShawnda McRoyal departed this life, shortly after her return from Ghana. She was a light, an inspiration and a leader on the grounds of our beloved university.

The KiShawnda McRoyal Scholarship Fund will give out two awards annually totaling $750.00 each. The awards will be available to any college student who meets the following scholarship requirements:

• Studying abroad in an African country
• Typed application
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• One letter of recommendation
• Official transcript
• Submission of documented proof of acceptance into a study abroad program
• Statement of purpose/preparation of studies
• Statement addressing, "What will I bring back from the continent to share with my community?"
• Any form of creative expression the applicant would like to submit to express their love for the motherland and their desire for this award (video, audio, photography, art collage, poetry, etc.)

Amadou plays the kora at KiShawnda's Memorial Service

Scholarship winners will be announced at Nsaa's 4th Annual Spring Concert. For more information email, Nubia Henderson at info@nsaaproductions.org, with the subject heading "scholarship".

Asante Sana to everyone whose time, contributions and positive energy are making this scholarship fund a reality.

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