The John J. Nelson Sr. Legacy Scholarship supports African-American interior design and architecture students looking to make a change in the industry and in the process of design. Ensuring the spaces that we design are equitable by understanding the experience of others helps create a more diverse future for the industry and for humanity. We are pleased to introduce the recipients of the 2023 John J. Nelson Sr. Legacy Scholarship below! Learn about each awardee as they share their stories and the impact this scholarship will have on their future.
Autumn Clayton
Georgia Institute of Technology
Lauren Witter
Howard University
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