2024 Pathways to Success Scholarship Recipients:
Shauna Collin
Harper Ellis Jackson
Harper Ellis Jackson
"Dr. Ossian Sweet’s story stands as a powerful testament to potential and progress, inspiring change both within the Black community and beyond."
Harper Ellis Jackson
Harper Ellis Jackson
Harper Ellis Jackson
"I am deeply grateful for courageous and intelligent trailblazers like Dr. Ossian Sweet, whose efforts paved the way for the civil rights African Americans enjoy today."
Je’Den Morrison
Harper Ellis Jackson
Je’Den Morrison
"Sweet's influence went beyond this particular case. His campaign for president of the NAACP Detroit branch in 1930 was evidence of his continued dedication to civil rights. Through his efforts, a larger audience was made aware of the brutal reality of racial violence and segregation, which served to spark support for racial equality."
Michael Wilbert
Michael Wilbert
Je’Den Morrison
"Dr. Sweet's story is a powerful reminder of the courage required to confront and dismantle the systemic racism that sought to destroy black families and limit their aspirations."
Perriel Pace
Michael Wilbert
Ivan Blueford
“Dr. Sweet's story sheds light on the role of community involvement and solidarity in the struggle for justice. Today, his legacy serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for civil rights and the need for continued advocacy against systemic racism.”
Ivan Blueford
Michael Wilbert
Ivan Blueford
“It's incredible to realize that I grew up just around the corner from the Sweet House on St. Clair. Dr. Sweet's courageous stand marked the first Black presence in the neighborhood, paving the way for families like mine. My grandparents migrated from Birmingham, Alabama, to Detroit and eventually settled in this community in 1968. Now, I truly understand and appreciate the sacrifices made for us to call this place home.”