Where are they now?

🌟 Where Are They Now? 🌟

Meet Claryn Troup, our 2019 NTU Education Foundation Scholarship Award Recipient — now a dedicated 5th Grade ESL Teacher! 🍎📘

Claryn’s story is one of perseverance and purpose:

“Since receiving the NTU Scholarship, I’ve experienced tremendous growth... Though the job market was challenging, I discovered that my experience mentoring and tutoring naturally translated into teaching. I’m deeply grateful for the support the NTU Scholarship provided—it helped open doors and reminded me that I’m part of a community committed to growth, service, and opportunity.”

We’re proud of Claryn’s journey and the impact she’s making in education every day! 💙💛

🌟 Where Are They Now? 🌟

Meet Ike Boyd-Onukogu, our 2012 NTU Education Foundation Scholarship Award Recipient — now an Electrical Vehicle Engineer at Ford Motor Company! ⚡🚗

Ike shares his gratitude and desire to pay it forward:

“Thank you to NTU for the scholarship I received. It’s blessings like that which have truly allowed me to attain success. I always want to give back, so please reach out if I can be a blessing to someone else.”

We’re proud to see our scholarship recipients driving innovation and inspiring others along the way! 💙💛

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🌟 Where Are They Now? 🌟

Meet Aaliyah Spencer, our 2018 NTU Education Foundation Scholarship Award Recipient — now a High School Math Teacher at Technology High School! 👩🏽‍🏫✨

Aaliyah’s journey is a true reflection of perseverance and purpose. Her message to others:

“Believe in yourself, take on your challenges, dig deep within yourself to conquer fears. Never let anyone bring you down. You got to keep going.”

We’re proud to see our scholarship recipients shaping the future of education right here in Newark! 💙💛

✨ Where Are They Now? ✨
Meet Aimée La Fountain, a 2005 NTU Education Foundation scholarship recipient! Now a North Jersey-based journalist and nonprofit communications strategist, Aimée is using her voice to uplift communities and amplify important causes. We are incredibly proud of her achievements and wish her continued success on her journey! 💙📝

✨ Where Are They Now? ✨
Meet Dr. Lashire Diegue (née Hull), a 2001 NTU Education Foundation scholarship recipient! Today, she’s a psychiatrist and proud new practice owner as of 2023. We are beyond proud of her journey and wish her continued success in all she does. 💙📚