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Williams Center for
Undergraduate Student Achievement
MINORITY MALE ACHIEVEMENT INITIATIVE
The Williams Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement (WCUSA) was established at
Southern University at Shreveport by SU Alumni Tony and Tina Williams. WCUSA serves as a
conduit to discipline, train, teach, and serve at-risk minority males and increase their presence in
the fields of S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), Education and Allied
Heath.
The current co-hort of students are provided academic support, mentorship opportunities,
community services partnerships, and financial resources to complete their academic program
at Southern University at Shreveport, which will ultimately allow them to transition to the
Southern University Baton Rouge campus.
The goal of WCUSA is to increase the enrollment, retention, and graduations rate for minority
males at SUSLA. The Williams Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement is currently
seeking potential Williams Scholars for the upcoming co-hort at Southern University at
Shreveport (SUSLA) campus.
Alumnae Tony Williams was raised in the MLK neighborhood and understands the importance
of life changing opportunities. Both alumnus received their undergraduate degrees from
Southern University Baton Rouge and contributes this foundation to their successful business
careers in the corporate world and as prosperous entrepreneurs.
Generous gifts from SU Alums Tony and Tina Williams along with matching grants from the
Louisiana Board of Regents, the True Blue Foundation, Corporation partnerships and Donor
grants will allow WCUSA continued support to minority male students at Southern University at
Shreveport.
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Benefits of Being a Member
1. Scholarship/stipend to support tuition, books, meal plans, housing, and fees deemed
educational needs.
2. Personal accountability and support via weekly collaboration meetings with WCUSA
Director.
3. Professional Development through cultural activities, college tours, guest speakers, and
educational activities to increase academic achievement and awareness.
4. Brotherhood development with fellow members through Peer
Group Meetings and Academic Learning Communities.
5. Mentorship Development with Community Professional Liaisons.
6. Leadership Development with volunteer opportunities in the community and at
Southern University at Shreveport.
7. WCUSA Student Leader Ambassador opportunities in the Southern University A & M
System and the community at large.
8. Access to the following services:
o Academic Counseling
o Academic Career Planning
o Academic Coaching
o Academic Transfer/Graduation Assistance
o Academic Tutoring
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. First generation student status
2. Must be enrolled at Southern University at Shreveport.
3. Must be classified as a Louisiana resident as defined by the University Catalog.
4. Must have at least a cumulative 2.0 High School GPA, GED and/or College 2.0 GPA.
5. Must major in one of the following: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math),
Allied Health, and/or Education.
6. Must be enrolled as a full-time student per semester (12 or more hours)
7. Developmental education courses are allowed.
8. Must complete required student Essay.
9. Must agree to abide by SUSLA Code of Conduct and demonstrate behavior consistent
with exemplary leadership.
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Seven (7) Desirable Traits
Candidates accepted into the Williams Center for Undergraduate Achievement program pledge
to exemplify these seven desirable traits of all Williams Scholars:
1. Considerate
2. Disciplined
3. Ethical
4. Persistent
5. Punctual
6. Self-Aware
7. Servant Leader
Contact Information
Ted L. Scott, Director of the Williams Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement
Phone Number: 318.670.9357
Email: Tscott@susla.edu
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APPLICATION FORM Must Print Neatly & Legibly
WILLIAMS CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
APPLICANT:
______________________________________________________________________________
(Last) (First) (Middle Initial)
___________________________ _____________ ____________________________
Student Number Age Date of Birth
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Home or Mailing Address City State Zip Code
______________________________________________________________________________
Student E-mail Address Student Home Telephone Student Cell Telephone
High School (If you are a freshman): ______________Graduation Date: ________________
ACT Composite Score (If you are a freshman): ________High School/College GPA: ______
Major: ____________________________ Do you plan to get a 4-year degree? ____________
If so, which College do you plan on attending? ____________________________________
Are you interested in attending one of the following?
Southern University at Baton Rouge Yes No
Southern University at New Orleans Yes No
Awards/Extracurricular Activities:
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STUDENT ESSAY: Applicants must submit a typewritten essay using Times New Roman (12pt)
font with a minimum of 450 words. In the essay, tell us about yourself and why you are the
right candidate for the Williams CUSA.
Essay must accompany application. **INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Williams Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement
APPLICATION SUBMISSION and ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM
CHECKLIST REMINDERS
Review the following:
Most recent IRS Tax
FASFA Application completed
Freshman Student: ACT Score Report on file with SUSLA Admissions Office
High School Transcript with Cumulative GPA on file with SUSLA Admissions Office
Essay requirements met
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By signing below, I agree to the following:
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will be participated in the Selection Interview @ SUSLA
with WCUSA selection committee.
If selected as WCUSA candidate, I agree to have my Selection Interview recorded.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will attend weekly Accountability meetings with the
WCUSA director and/or representative.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will participate in Professional Development sessions as
scheduled.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will attend Peer Group monthly as scheduled.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, l will attend Academic Learning Communities as
scheduled.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will participate in scheduled Community Services events.
If selected as a WCUSA candidate, I will represent WCUSA and SUSLA in a positive and
professional manner at times on campus and in the community.
MUST BE SUBMITTED & SIGNED IN PERSON:
Applicant Signature: __________________________________________________
Printed Legal Name: __________________________________________________
Student Number #___________________________ Date of Birth: ______________
Received by WCUSA staff: _________________________________ Date: __________
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