Blaise Davenport Achieves 4.00 GPA, Named Top Graduate at Virginia State University
She was the first female student from a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to participate in a Visiting Student Program at Oxford University, focusing on Business, Technology, Innovation, and Inequality/ Performance & Risk Management, where she excelled with top grades.
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Blaise Davenport, a standout student at Virginia State University, has achieved academic excellence by graduating with a 4.00 grade point average in Computer Information Systems. She was honored as the best graduating student of her cohort at the university.
Throughout her academic journey, Blaise maintained a perfect GPA, earning the distinction of Summa Cum Laude. She expressed her joy and readiness to embark on new endeavors in a LinkedIn post, marking her graduation as a pivotal moment in her life.
Blaise's achievements extend beyond academics; she was the first female student from a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to participate in a Visiting Student Program at Oxford University, focusing on Business, Technology, Innovation, and Inequality/ Performance & Risk Management, where she excelled with top grades.
Additionally, Blaise secured full-ride acceptances to graduate programs at Carnegie Mellon University and Columbia University in the United States. Her academic prowess is underscored by five technical certifications and over six internships, contributing significantly to her field.
She attributed her success to active involvement in extracurricular activities, including leadership roles such as National Cyber League Captain and Beta Gamma Sigma Chapter President. Blaise was also recognized as the Outstanding Senior of the Year in both 2022 and 2023.
In her reflections, Blaise expressed deep gratitude to her mentors, family, friends, and the university community for their unwavering support. She acknowledged that her achievements were made possible through faith and the encouragement of those who believed in her.
