Paige Hoskins is a senior at Bowie State University studying Psychology and has a passion for forensics and community service. Since joining the House of Bowie as a freshman, Paige has been dedicated to enhancing its impact and creating a welcoming environment for all. Her involvement includes establishing safe spaces on campus for queer individuals and their allies, and fostering a supportive and inclusive community. She currently serves on their leadership board and is the Miss House of Bowie.
The mission of House of Bowie is to defend, protect, celebrate, embrace, and nurture students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning (LGBTQIA+) or any other sexual orientation. This organization also seeks to educate the Bowie State University community of the needs of students who identify as LGBTQIA+ or any other sexual expression.
Paige won a $600 grant from Campus Pride, a nonprofit based in North Carolina that seeks to create safer, more inclusive college environments for LGBTQ+ students. She was one of 13 winners across the country and plans to use the grant money to improve the LGBTQIA Resource Center on the Bowie State University campus.
In honor of Paige's recognition, the Orioles Charitable Foundation will make a donation to the National Black Justice Coalition.