Congratulations to the 2025 DSA Scholarship Winners!
Graduates Katelyn Wong and Scott Lee
Each year since 1931, Sacramento City College honors two exceptional students with the Distinguished Service Award—our most prestigious recognition for those who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service.
Each recipient receives a $1,500 scholarship and is celebrated at the college’s annual commencement ceremony. They are also featured on the SCC website, newsletters, and social media—recognizing their outstanding contributions to the college and the broader community.
Meet the 2025 Honorees
Scott Lee
2025 Distinguished Service Award Recipient
AA-T in Economics | First-generation student | Future UCLA Bruin
Scott Lee stands out for his exceptional leadership, global vision, and commitment to equity and public service. His contributions have inspired students across the Los Rios District and beyond.
Highlights
- Interned in the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C.
- Served as SCC Business Society VP & CRC Student Senate Director of Legislative Affairs
- Advocated for college affordability and transfer equity at the state level
- Volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, SMUD, and the Hmong Opportunity Program for Education
- Selected as 1 of 18 global Future Leaders by 180 Degrees Consulting
- Transferring to UCLA to study Political Science with a focus on foreign policy
Scott Lee leads with purpose and serves with compassion.
Sacramento City College proudly recognizes him as a 2025 Distinguished Service Award honoree
Katelyn Wong
2025 Distinguished Service Award Recipient
Mechanical Engineering Major | 4.0 GPA | Future UC Berkeley Golden Bear
Katelyn Wong represents academic excellence, innovation, and leadership. Her time at SCC has been defined by discipline, drive, and a deep commitment to STEM and student success.
Highlights
- Graduating with a 4.0 GPA and 19-unit course load
- MESA Student Ambassador, Phi Theta Kappa member, math tutor
- Team captain for SCC Cross Country & Track
- Participated in NASA Aerospace Scholars, interned at Teledyne Microwave Solutions
- Conducted undergraduate research at UC Davis
- Lifelong love for engineering, starting with LEGO builds as a child
- Transferring to UC Berkeley to pursue aerospace engineering
Katelyn Wong is an engineer, leader, and role model for future generations.
Sacramento City College is proud to honor her with the 2025 Distinguished Service Award!
Join Us in Celebrating
We invite you to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these two students whose dedication, leadership, and service have left a lasting mark on the SCC community.
Inspired by their journeys?
Learn more — or take the first step toward becoming a future Distinguished Service Award recipient — by visiting the Distinguished Service Award Application.
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Distinguished Service Award Application
Are you graduating or transferring at the end of the academic year? Have you demonstrated a commitment to serving the SCC community or your community at large?