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The Lawrence Watson Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the life and legacy of Lawrence Watson who was a loving father, son, brother and friend to many. Lawrence, an unarmed Black man, at the age of 29, lost his life to senseless & excessive police brutality and violence in April 2004 by the hands of the Chicago Police Department. Lawrence valued his education, and completed his courses at Devry University to receive his Bachelor’s Degree, but unfortunately did not see the day to walk across the stage. This scholarship will assist a young Black boy or girl in continuing their education, while also honoring the life of Lawrence. This scholarship IS awarded to You Matter 2 outgoing seniors on an annual basis.
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Class of 2021 RecipientsMorgan B. | Northwestern University
Ethan G. | Northern Illinois University 
Class of 2024 RecipientsQuincy W. | Southern Illinois University
Chayse S. | Howard University Nyla M. | Xavier University of Louisiana Jazmin R. | Baldwin Wallace College Sari Z. | Howard University Sani Z. | Howard University Undra P. | Yale University |
Class of 2022 RecipientsKyla E. | Spelman College
Ariana H. | Tennessee State University Raigan L. | Morgan State University Nayla V. | Tricoci University |
Class of 2023 RecipientsBrooke B. | Marquette University
Leshon C. | Univ. of Minnesota Twin Cities Kayla J. | Howard University McKenzie R. | Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans Shane W. | The Ohio State University Myia W. | Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans |
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