National Fellowships and Scholar Programs
Our Staff
Akilah Alwan
| Title: | National Fellowships Coordinator |
| National Fellowships and Scholar Programs | |
| Email: | aalwan@mailbox.sc.edu |
| Phone: | 803.777.0954 |
| Office: | DeSaussure 332 |

Education/Major(s)
B.S. in Environmental Science with Leadership Distinction in Research, honors from the South Carolina Honors College from the University of South Carolina; M.S. in Education Research, Measurement and Evaluation, with a minor in Critical Studies in Education from Auburn University; Ph.D. Candidate in Earth System Science at Auburn University.
About Me
I enjoy spending time outside with my dogs, Pierre and Geo. I am also a musician, and I dabble in all aspects of the art, including songwriting, producing and performing — I play over eight instruments. Traveling is one of my favorite things to do, especially if learning a new language is involved. I want to become fluent in as many languages as possible –– I currently speak Spanish and am studying French and Portuguese. I love to cook and enjoy preparing large meals for holidays and special occasions to share with my family. I am a big fan of women’s sports. I played softball growing up, briefly played club rugby at USC and am a big fan of the WNBA, as well as our softball and women’s basketball teams at USC.
Favorite Spot On Campus
The Green Quad Learning Center
Length of Time at USC
Since October 2025
Favorite Gamecock Moment/Best Part about being a Gamecock
USC has always felt like home to me, from my very first visit to campus to becoming a full-time employee. I love the spirit of the Carolina Community.