2018 Frederick Douglass Fellows
Cape Town Fellows
This 2018 cohort of Frederick Douglass Global Fellows (FDGFs) traveled to Cape Town in the summer for a 4-week 3-credit study abroad experience.
- Chiagoziem Agu, Albany State University
- Joshua Blackwell, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
- Andres Colmenares, Miami Dade College
- Carmen Crusoe, Howard University
- Darielis Cruz, Mercy College
- Juan Jose Duran, California State University, San Marcos
- Kloe Harris, Lincoln University, Missouri
- Malena Her, California State University, Sacramento
- DeVon Jackson, Virginia State University
- Jorian Reeves, Xavier University of Louisiana
Student Reflections
Joshua Blackwell, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
View Joshua's Final Reflection
Featured Blog Posts
My First Week in Cape Town
I heard a quote somewhere that resonated with me so much. I can’t seem to find who said it, unfortunately, but it goes like, “The best time to experience new... keep reading
Reflecting
Being out of school for about a couple of months now allowed me to catch up on a lot of things I enjoy doing. I have been reading more, taking... keep reading
Why Black Students are Already Prepared to Study Abroad
In 2017, I joined the 5.9% of black students from the United States who chose to explore new interests across the world. As a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, I studied... keep reading
10 Fellowships Awarded
Meritorious individuals who demonstrate high academic achievement, possess exemplary communication skills, display the hallmarks of self-determination, exhibit characteristics of bold leadership, and have a history of service to others.