2021-2022 Freshman
From Boiling Springs, South Carolina
Griffin Thompson
$2,750 Annual Anchor Scholarship sponsored by Leonardo DRS Recipient
College:
Yale University
Major:
History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health
Academic & Extracirricular Highlights:
- 5.51 High School GPA
- Founder & Director, Lil Lifesaverz 501(c)(3) nonprofit teaching health education, coordinating healthevents and lead health equity campaigns.
- Founder STEM Outreach Program at the UpstateBoys and Girls Club which crafted and taught STEMcurriculum focused on issue of innovation in naturepreservation.
Quotes:
“I have proudly witnessed Griffin’s commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Academically, Griffin is highly participatory, eager to learn, and a team player. He consistently performs beyond expectations.”
Lyndsey Henderson – English Instructor
“The Anchor Scholarship has lifted a financial burden from my family and made my dream of attending Yale University more affordable. In addition to the financial support of this scholarship, it has been extremely satisfying to see my dad’s military service honored in such a tangible and beneficial manner.”
Griffin