Dr. Sesha Joi Moon Scholarship

Established with a generous gift from Sesha Joi Moon, Ph.D. (B.A.’05; M.S.’08; Cert’09) this scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate and graduate students with demonstrated need from both the Wilder School and the College of Humanities & Sciences Department of African American Studies. Recipients are dedicated to advancing marginalized students.

• Undergraduate or graduate student in any Wilder School program
• Submit a short, written statement (no more than one page) explaining how their academic and/or extracurricular pursuits will help to continue the legacy of marginalized students in the fields of African American Studies, Government, and/or Public Affairs.

*This opportunity will be awarded in Fall 2026.*