Collin College Students Named 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars

Three Collin College students have been named 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars. Fauzia Kazi, Isabella Maggard, and Amanuel Moges, who all reside in Plano, Texas, will each receive a $1,000 scholarship.

The Leaders of Promise Scholarship, sponsored by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, recognizes 200 Phi Theta Kappa members with awards totaling $200,000. Twenty-five of these scholarships are earmarked for society members who are active personnel or veterans of the U.S. military. A panel of independent judges selected this year’s recipients from nearly 1,100 applicants. Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars are selected based on outstanding academic achievement and demonstrated leadership potential.

Maggard, who is currently pursuing an Associate of Science degree, plans to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a Bachelor's degree. She said one of her greatest concerns is financing for tuition and living expenses as she is paying out of pocket without much financial support.

“When I submitted my first round of scholarship applications, I was not expecting any sort of success,” Maggard said. “However, I am very grateful to have received the 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship. Despite being unexpected, this award enables me to further pursue my education."

Moges has immersed himself in a unique blend of studies with an interest in Computer Science and Theatre. This combination has not only refined his technical skills but also his creativity and adaptability. After his time at Collin, Moges aspires to transfer to The University of Texas at Austin. He is also committed to enhancing his practical experience by seeking various internships.

Post-graduation, Moges wishes to join a leading engineering firm as a full-time software engineer, leveraging both his technical expertise and diverse educational background.

“When I first learned that I was selected as a 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship recipient, I was both humbled and elated,” Moges said. “It is a testament to hard work and the unwavering support from my mentors here at Collin College. I am profoundly grateful for this honor and for the opportunities it will bring.”

Collin College serves more than 58,000 credit and continuing education students annually and offers more than 200 degrees and certificates, including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity, a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Construction Management, and a new Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Clinical Operations Management. The only public college based in Collin County, Collin College is a partner to business, government, and industry, providing customized training and workforce development. For more information, visit www.collin.edu.