The Alumni Multicultural Scholarship Fund at Fairfield University was established in 1988 and is primarily funded through donations to the annual Fairfield Awards Dinner.
The Fairfield Awards Dinner -- this year on March 28 in New York City -- honors accomplished alumni, faculty, staff, and parents for their professional achievements and volunteer service, while raising funds to help deserving students realize their full potential through a Fairfield education.
The Alumni Multicultural Scholarship Fund provides an important source of support for students from diverse backgrounds. The event has raised more than $18 million dollars for student scholarships since the dinner’s inception. It is the largest of nearly 50 endowed scholarship funds at Fairfield that currently support the academic efforts of underserved populations and minority students.
Meet a few of our current scholarship recipients:
Hemant Maheshwari ’21
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematics
Hometown: Indore, India
“I would like to thank you for giving me this scholarship. It really means a lot to me. I would not be able to study here at Fairfield University without having this scholarship. It is said that there is always someone behind one’s success, for me it is you, who gave me an opportunity to live my dream to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer science.”
Armando Mujica ’21
Major: Finance & Accounting
Minor: Economics
Hometown: San Juan, PR
“One of my greatest experiences at Fairfield University was when I was working for the relief of Puerto Rico. Throughout this period, people where very sympathetic and tried to help in all possible ways. Through this experience, I saw how the University community was one that cares for others. I appreciate the Fairfield University community and I was glad to have the opportunity to become part of this great family.”
Anita Sebabi ’21
Major: Communication and International Studies
Hometown: Bridgeport, Conn.
“With a heart of gratitude, I would like to thank my scholarship donors for giving me the chance to continue to obtain the quality education offered here at Fairfield. It encourages me to continue to prosper academically and in every other way.”
For a list of this year’s outstanding honorees or to register for the event, please visit fairfield.edu/awardsdinner.
