December 13th 2024.
Winston-Salem State University is proud to announce that Rajah Caruth, a rising NASCAR driver, will be graduating from its prestigious motorsports management program on Friday, December 13th. The ceremony will take place at the Lawrence J. Veterans Memorial Coliseum, where Caruth will be joining nearly 600 other graduates.
Caruth's journey to WSSU began in 2020 when he was drawn to the university's Bachelor of Science degree in motorsports management. WSSU is the only historically Black college or university in North Carolina to offer this program, making it a unique opportunity for Caruth to pursue his passion. And now, after years of hard work and dedication, he has earned his degree and is ready to embark on the next chapter of his career in the motorsports industry.
But Caruth's success goes beyond his academic achievements. When he first enrolled at WSSU, he also joined NASCAR's Drive for Diversity Driver Development Program. And after four years of training and competing, he has made history by becoming the third Black driver to win a national series race. His impressive accomplishments have not gone unnoticed, as he was recently named a Wendell Scott Trailblazer Award recipient and was voted Most Popular Driver in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series.
Dr. Clay Harshaw, associate professor and motorsports management program coordinator at WSSU, expressed his excitement for Caruth's success, stating that it has sparked a significant increase in interest in the program and the university as a whole. Caruth's achievements have also caught the attention of NASCAR, as the organization has announced its expansion of the Campus Lab program to WSSU, making it the first university in North Carolina to participate.
Caruth himself recognizes the importance of programs like WSSU's motorsports management program in providing tangible and legitimate pathways for students to get involved in the sport. He credits the school not only for his professional growth but also for helping him develop as a Black man in this country and teaching him how to navigate professional environments.
Brandon Thompson, NASCAR's Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion, praised Caruth's success on and off the track, calling it impressive to win a NASCAR race and receive a degree in the same year. He also expressed his excitement for Caruth's future and the impact he will continue to make in the world of motorsports.
Caruth's story is one of perseverance and determination, breaking barriers and paving the way for others to follow. As he continues to make history, he serves as a shining example of what is possible and a testament to the importance of diversity and inclusion in the world of sports.
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