Bethune-Cookman University in the fall on
Saturday, July 7. Ayiana Byrd, a graduate of Start High
School, earner of a 3.5 grade point average, a Cotillion
Debutante, captain of her cheerleading squad and an Upward
Bound participant, has received a full-ride scholarship to
Bethune Cookman, but the $500 scholarship presented by the
Blue Gill Fishing Club will be extremely helpful for books
and her other college expenses.
"We are honored to help out. We try to
help young kids succeed," said John Chapman, president of
the Blue Gill. "And we hope someday you can come back and
help us out. It’s a revolving door."
To earn the scholarship, Ayiana had to
submit an essay about herself and her aspirations.
The Blue Gill Fishing Club, a private sports club and
establishment located on North Detroit Avenue, raises funds
to assist young scholars and community organizations.
Ayiana’s great grandfather, L.P. Frost, is a long-time
member of the Blue Gill.
