By William Kelly Jackson State University

JACKSON – Cedrick Owens, Jr., was named the 2025 International Undergraduate Scholar of the Year and 7th District Scholar of the Year at the 2025 Dr. Moses C. Norman, Sr., International Leadership Conference held by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

The Jackson State University senior was awarded a total of $15,000 in scholarship funds to support his collegiate journey and career aspirations. The awards held a value of $10,000 and $5,000, respectively.

“I was trying to contain my joy. I was thinking ‘This is life-changing money that is going to set me up for success’,” said Owens, recalling the thunderous applause and standing ovation as he accepted his award. “It was so surreal and a great experience.”

Owens was named the district scholar in Marc

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