SCHOLARSHIPS

Carlos Enrique Cisneros, 1965 - 2004

"Consistent with his student years at American University, Carlos Cisneros became a compassionate and successful business leader, alumnus, and member of our Board of Trustees. I can think of no finer way to honor his leadership and his life than by enabling others to attend his alma mater through a scholarship in his name."

— Benjamin Ladner, President, American University, Washington, DC

''He was the most amazing man...Carlos worked from an open heart and complete compassion for the needs of the community, both humanitarian and the arts.''

— Marc Cohen, President of the United Foundation for AIDS

"He was an amazing force of good and a very special person.” 

—Robert Wennett, President of Urban Investments Advisors

“Carlos was a prolific, generous inspiration for individuals in many communities around the world. I am committed that his informed and passionate voice will continue to be heard through this scholarship.” 

—Vance Lancaster, former business associate.

The Carlos Enrique Cisneros Point Scholarship

For the benefit of LGBT students of distinction attending American University, Washington, DC

The Carlos Enrique Cisneros Scholarship Fund has been created by his friends and family to honor his legacy of business and philanthropic excellence.   The fund is inspired by Carlos' commitment to academic achievement and leadership development.

A graduate of American University in Washington, D.C., Carlos Enrique was the  former president of the Cisneros Television Group. Named as a "Global Leader for Tomorrow" by the World Economic Forum and "Citizen of the Year" by the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, Cisneros was widely recognized for his ability to use his successful business profile to support education and the arts and to reach out to those in need. His passion and involvement in the community were hallmarks of his hands-on approach to  business and philanthropy.

The Carlos Enrique Cisneros Scholarship Fund will enable talented, deserving scholars to achieve their dreams.

Past Awardee: Harjant Gill (06-07)