Aaron B. O’Reggio - Young, Gifted, & Black Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded in commemoration of Aaron B. O’Reggio, an accomplished and respected Computer Scientist, who passed away suddenly in 2025.
Aaron was an inspiration to everyone who knew him—a man of unwavering integrity, discipline, and hard work. His determination and lifelong passion for technology paved the way for a fulfilling and exciting career path, ultimately landing him his dream job in 2020.
As a natural born leader and motivator, Aaron's support for others to reach their true potential was paramount. He had a brilliant way of encouraging and guiding everyone around him. In Aaron's honor, the journey of empowering and inspiring action must continue. This scholarship will be awarded to a recipient who values and demonstrates character, integrity and discipline while striving for a career in the tech industry.
Any Black male undergraduate student pursuing any form of higher education (in programs such as two or four-year school, trade/technical school, or other industry-recognized certification) who is pursuing computer science may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us what integrity means to you, how your core values have played a role in your life, and how they've led you to make meaningful contributions or overcome challenges. Additionally, we are looking for clear headshots as your profile photo. If your face isn't shown clearly in your profile photo, please upload an additional headshot.
What does integrity mean to you? How have your core values played a role in your life and led you to make meaningful contributions or overcome challenges?
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The application deadline is Nov 27, 2026. Winners will be announced on Dec 28, 2026.
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