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Achieving the Dream Scholarship Luncheon
Read our Press Release announcing the Winners of the 2025 ATD Scholarship!
MAY 16, 2025
Join us for a special luncheon celebrating dedication, growth and the pursuit of knowledge at Achieving the Dream 2025 luncheon! It’s a day to recognize outstanding individuals and their journey toward success.
with Keynote Speaker: Dr. Moez Limayem, UNF President
Master of Ceremony
Tenikka Hughes, Anchor, CBS 47 &
FOX 30 News Jax
Tenikka Hughes is a three-time Emmy Award-winning evening anchor with CBS47 & FOX30 Action News Jax. She was born and raised in North Carolina and has worked in television news for nearly 20 years with stops in Charlotte, Memphis and Macon.
Tenikka is a well-respected journalist, known for her authenticity, compelling storytelling and compassion for others. She also mentors young journalists across the country. Tenikka has a heart for children – spending countless hours reading to kids and promoting the importance of literacy and education.
She is also the driving force behind “Tenikka’s Books for Kids,” an annual book collection drive that has put nearly 30,000 free books in the hands of local children, in partnership with the Jacksonville Public Library.
Tenikka graduated summa cum laude with an undergraduate degree in Mass Communications from Benedict College, an HBCU in Columbia, South Carolina. She also earned a Master of Journalism from the University of Maryland at College Park. Tenikka enjoys traveling and discovering great restaurants with her husband.
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Download our packet here
For over 30 years, Achieving the Dream (ATD) has been providing scholarships to students, helping them continue their education and reach their goals. You can learn more about the Achieving the Dream Scholarship Program by clicking here.
Event Details:
Date: May 16, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $60 Single Tickets – FCHCC Members
$80 Single Tickets – Non-members
Location:
Florida Blue
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246
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ATD Winners Announced
Congratulations to the 2025 ATD Winners!
| Recipient | School | Major |
|---|---|---|
| Chantelle Merritt | Florida State University | Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering |
| Kayleigh Gutierrez | University of Central Florida | Bachelors in Biomedical Science |
| Leyra Ojeda | University of North Florida | Bachelors in Business |
| Lucas Farfan | University of Florida | Bachelors in Civil Engineering |
| Maya Vazquez | Coastal Carolina University | Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre Design & Production |
| Melania Carrigan | University of Central Florida | Bachelors in Civil Engineering |
| Melody Ann Angelica | University of North Florida | Bachelors in International Business |
| Natalie Jaile | Florida State University | Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering |
| Sebastian Lopez | Rollins College | Bachelors in Biology |
| Viviana Arce | University of South Florida | Bachelors in Biomedical Science |
| Vivianna Rivera | University of Central Florida | Bachelors in Finance |
