Liz-Anne De Beauville-Jones

Liz-Anne De Beauville-Jones is a first-generation college student from the Caribbean island of St. Lucia. After moving to Chicago, the Olive-Harvey College student says she found a strong community at the college.

“My favorite thing about going to Olive-Harvey College is the supportive community that I met there,” Liz-Anne said. “Every person that I encountered embraced me, and they made me feel safe. They made me feel welcomed. They made me feel like they would fight for me. They made me feel like I had something to give.”

While studying philosophy and participating in the Timuel D. Black Jr. Scholarship and Fellowship program, Liz-Anne became became heavily involved on campus. She was president of OHC’s Student Government Association, vice chair of the District Student Government Association, a work-study student in the First Year Experience Department, an Equity and Excellence intern, a Presidential Scholar, a founding member of the Christian Club, and more.

Even while managing various responsibilities, Liz-Anne maintained a 4.0 GPA, was awarded several scholarships, and served her neighborhood by volunteering for a clean-up campaign. For these accolades and others, she was recognized as salutatorian and a 2024 Luminary Award recipient.

Next, Liz-Anne plans to transfer to a four-year school to earn her bachelor’s degree. Her future goals include earning her Ph.D., becoming a published author, and continuing to serve her community.