The Recording Academy's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) team and the GRAMMY Museum have announced the recipients of the 2025 Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship: Eliana Dean, Julie Flores, Khaleel Santiago, Melissa Lysiak, and Parker Jones.
The 2025 Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship recipients will each receive two $1,000 tuition scholarships, a $500 stipend for interview preparation, two $250 stipends for books and equipment, and financial and emotional wellness seminars. Additionally, each recipient will undertake a spring internship at the Recording Academy or the Latin Recording Academy.
Learn More About The 2025 Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship Recipients
The 2025 Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship recipients span various states across the country and have diverse interests in pursuing careers in the music industry.
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Eliana Dean is a senior at Oakwood University studying communications with a concentration in film and television.
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Julie Flores is a sophomore at Berklee College of Music studying music business/management.
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Khaleel Santiago is a senior at Drexel University studying entertainment and arts management.
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Melissa Lysiak is a junior at Chapman University studying business administration/management with a concentration in music business.
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Parker Jones is a sophomore at DePaul University studying sound recording technology.
Learn More About The Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2021, the Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship, presented by the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum and now in its fourth year, honors the vibrant life and legacy of the late music executive and DJ Quinn Coleman, a creative force and passionate champion for community, culture and music. This scholarship supports college students who are shaping the future of music through innovation, storytelling and impact.
Rooted in the Recording Academy's DREAM Network (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People), the immersive Quinn Coleman Memorial Scholarship program is designed to empower the next generation of music creators and industry leaders. It offers robust professional development, hands-on learning opportunities, and essential resources that prepare students for successful, full-time careers in the music industry.