President's Medallion Award Winners
President’s Medallion Award Requirements
- One student from each college will be awarded the President's Medallion, receive a $1000 scholarship and entry to the Chancellor's Trophy Award.
- Each candidate must be a full-time student (graduating or transferring to a 4-year institute or professional program/school)
- Carried a minimum of 12 units per semester and completed a minimum of 36 semester units.
- Overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, based on a 4.0 scale.
- Candidates should have a record of active participation and leadership in extra-curricular activities during their college attendance. Employment during this period is given proper consideration.
- APPLY for the President's Medallion Award by completing the Peralta Colleges Foundation Scholarship Application located on the scholarship portal, https://pcf.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/. The application is open from October 1st - March 1st each year.
- Each campus President Medallion Award recipient (at Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College & Merritt College) will be considered for the Chancellor's Trophy Award.
Congratulations to this Year's Winners
Berkeley City College Winner
Sarah Latino
- I am deeply honored to receive the President's Medallion Award, as it symbolizes the culmination of my academic journey within the Peralta District. This award holds immense significance to me as it recognizes my dedication as a full-time student, my academic achievements, and my active involvement in extracurricular activities. With the support of this scholarship, I am excited to further my education and pursue my Bachelors in Cognitive Science at UC Berkeley. The financial assistance provided by the President's Medallion Award will play a vital role in alleviating the burden of educational expenses, such as textbook and housing costs, allowing me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies and personal growth. My reason for choosing Cognitive Science stemmed from the need to understand my own cognition, but it has grown to become a deeply rooted passion for breaking down the various pathways of the human mind. By gaining knowledge, conducting research, and working one-on-one with individuals, I aim to be a valuable asset in supporting those of all backgrounds within my community. I’m sure that this major, along with the aid from this award, will help me do just that. Thank you to President Garcia for this recognition, I promise to make the most of your invaluable support.
College of Alameda Winner
Juliette Breen
- I am so grateful and proud to have been recognized with this achievement. With this scholarship, I am able to buy my own laptop which was previously a significant barrier, and it will support me in my first months of college so that I can work fewer hours and invest more in my academics and community. I am transferring to UC Berkeley to study Cognitive Science and Data Science. Following that I plan to begin a career within the field of AI and ClimateTech. To me this award is not just a huge honor, but a responsibility and commitment. I know that there were other really deserving candidates and that it was hard to make a choice. I commit to pay this honor forward and to work to empower others.
Laney College Winner
Yun Gao
- Laney College President's Medallion scholarship does not only mean the monetary aspect to me but more a recognition and the highest honor for my hard work and academic achievements. It represents a vote of confidence in my potential and it will always inspire me to continue striving for excellence, both in my educational pursuits and in my personal growth. This scholarship enhanced my strength to overcome obstacles and I would like to use it to pay for my professional software subscription fees. I am pursuing a career of becoming a licensed Architect. In the next two years, I will focus on improving my professional skills and finishing my BA degree at UC Berkeley.
Merritt College Winner
Jacob Shafik
- I am very grateful for this scholarship from the Peralta Colleges Foundation, which recognizes my hard work and dedication during my community college journey. With this grant, I will be transferring to Stanford University, utilizing the funds for books, supplies, etc. This scholarship alleviates the financial burden and reinforces my commitment to my education and future goals. To add on, this award reinforces my commitment to education and motivates me to achieve my career goals which is to go into the medical field and become an oncologist. I am very grateful to my family for being my number one supporters and always pushing me to reach for the stars. Their love and encouragement have been invaluable on this journey. Thank you for believing in me and investing in my future.
