College
Scholarship
We are delighted to announce the first O2E4Life Endowed Scholarship Fund (Est. 2023) with the University at Albany (SUNY).
Welcome to the O2E4Life Scholarship. This incredible opportunity has been developed for The University at Albany students to embark on a transformative journey towards personal growth, leadership, and academic excellence. This Scholarship is our commitment to nurturing and empowering young minds who exemplify the seven principles on their journey of taking ordinary to extraordinary. We firmly believe that these seven evergreen principles pave the path to holistic personal development, enabling individuals to become influential leaders in their communities and beyond!
The student will receive:
1) One-thousand-dollar financial scholarship to be used for non-tuition academic needs.
2) Complimentary copy of the book “Ordinary to Extraordinary; Seven Principles for Life Success”.
Eligibility criteria:
​1. Be a currently enrolled University at Albany student with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
2. Demonstrate a commitment to personal growth, leadership, and community service.
3. Show involvement in campus activities, athletics, club sports, intramurals, or campus healthy living initiatives.
4. Pursue a challenging academic course-load that reflects dedication to academic excellence.
5. Exhibit leadership qualities and active engagement in community service.
Contribute to the Fund
We invite you to join us in empowering the next generation of leaders by contributing to the Scholarship. Your generosity will directly impact the lives of students, enabling them to pursue their academic dreams while embodying the principles of personal growth and success.
To donate contact The University at Albany Foundation and specify you would like your gift to go to the Ordinary 2 Extraordinary 4 Life Scholarship Fund. Help us to grow the fund so we can support more extraordinary students.
The scholarship is listed under the University-Wide endowed scholarships.
Scholarship Winners
1st Recipient
Pharah Desir
Dear Dr. Josephson, I am truly honored and appreciative to have been chosen for this prestigious award. Receiving this scholarship not only alleviates the financial burden of my education but also serves as a tremendous encouragement for me to continue my academic pursuits with dedication and enthusiasm. Your generosity has made it possible for me to focus on my studies and actively participate in extracurricular activities, such as the Student Association, without the constant worry about tuition and other educational expenses. Thank you so much for this award.
The Ordinary 2 Extraordinary 4 Life Scholarship has been awarded to Pharah for a second time, recognizing her unwavering dedication to her academic pursuits and future career in homeland security. Her exceptional character, diligence, and commitment to excellence exemplify the values of this prestigious award.
2nd Recipient
Pharah Desir
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support through the Ordinary 2 Extraordinary 4 Life Scholarship. I feel incredibly honored and fortunate to be selected again as the recipient of this award, and I cannot thank you enough for your belief in my potential. As a senior majoring in Informatics, this scholarship has not only eased the financial burden of pursuing my degree but has also allowed me to focus more intently on my academic and personal growth. Thanks to your generosity, I am able to dedicate more time to my studies, campus involvement, and preparation for a successful career in homeland security. This scholarship serves as a great motivation for me to strive for excellence in all that I do. I am currently taking an experimental learning class where we are creating a project to help the Albany Police Department prevent, identify, and address domestic terrorism. Additionally, I recently learned that I am a contender for a summer internship with the FBI, which will greatly support my path toward achieving my career goals. Once again, thank you for your kindness and for investing in my future. Your support has made a profound impact on my education and has brought me one step closer to achieving my goals.