{"id":4103,"date":"2025-06-17T14:14:58","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T18:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scdreamers.org\/?p=4103"},"modified":"2025-06-17T14:15:13","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T18:15:13","slug":"2025-scholarship-recipients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scdreamers.org\/es\/2025-scholarship-recipients\/","title":{"rendered":"Hispanic Alliance Celebrates 15 Years of Impact by Announcing 2025 Student DREAMers Alliance Scholarship Recipients"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;In its milestone 15th year, the Hispanic Alliance proudly announces the recipients of the 2025 Student DREAMers Alliance (SDA) scholarships. This year\u2019s cohort includes ten extraordinary student leaders representing the future of South Carolina and the next generation of Latino excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SDA program is a signature leadership initiative of the Hispanic Alliance, designed to empower young Hispanic students during their high school years through dialogue, self-discovery, and civic engagement. Modeled after nationally renowned leadership fellowships such as the Aspen Institute, SDA equips students with the tools to lead boldly in their schools and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs we mark our 15th anniversary, we reflect not only on the growth of the Hispanic Alliance but also on the incredible young people who are shaping our future,\u201d said Andrew Skinner, Director of Public Relations &amp; Development for the Hispanic Alliance. \u201cThis year\u2019s scholarship recipients are a reflection of resilience, brilliance, and the powerful opportunity on the Palmetto State\u2019s horizon.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The 2025 Student DREAMers Alliance Scholarship Recipients are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aracely Simon-Juan<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Clemson University, Health Science<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marilyn Garcia<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Aerospace Engineering<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Axel Espinoza<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Clemson University, Finance<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jorge Martinez-Villalobos<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Clemson University, Architecture<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ana Agustin Reyes<\/strong><em> &#8211;&nbsp; Greenville Technical College &#8211; Radiologic Technology<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Joselyn Martinez-Cruz<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Clemson University, Computer Science<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ariana Zapata<\/strong> \u2013 <em>The Citadel, Criminal Justice<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Andrea Gonzalez<\/strong><em> \u2013 Clemson University, Language and International Health<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yurisbeth Valencia<\/strong> <em>\u2014 Trident Technical College, Health Science<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perla Aburto-Lopez<\/strong><em> \u2013 University of South Carolina, Business Management and Administration<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This year also marks two meaningful milestones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The inaugural Virginia Czapla Scholarship<\/strong> was awarded to <strong>Ariana Zapata<\/strong>, in honor of the beloved Berea High School team member and longtime SDA volunteer and student liaison who passed away in 2023. Virginia\u2019s legacy of compassion and commitment to students lives on through this scholarship, and Ariana\u2019s spirit is a reflection of Virginia&#8217;s generosity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Julia &amp; Guillermo Avila Scholarship<\/strong> returns for a second year, awarded to <strong>Joselyn Martinez-Cruz<\/strong> and <strong>Ana Agustin-Reyes<\/strong>, two outstanding young women pursuing degrees in Computer Science and Health Science. Donated through 365 Digital Technologies Ltd. Co by Elaine and Guillermo Avila, the scholarship honors Guillermo\u2019s parents and reflects the family\u2019s belief in the power of education to transform lives and the promise of the next generation of Hispanic leaders in SC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since its inception, SDA has empowered over 240 youth, many of whom are first-generation college students and leaders in their families. These scholarships help remove financial barriers while affirming the students\u2019 vision for themselves and their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe journey of the Hispanic Alliance has always been about lifting voices and building bridges,\u201d said Adela Mendoza, Executive Director of the Hispanic Alliance. \u201cThese students are proof of what\u2019s possible when we invest in hope, talent, and each other.\u201dTo learn more about the Student DREAMers Alliance or to support its mission, visit<a href=\"https:\/\/scdreamers.org\/es\/\"> SCDreamers.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-5 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"12097\" data-src=\"https:\/\/hispanicalliancesc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Julia-Guillermo-Avila-Scholarship-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12097 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; 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