Class of 2026 Game Design and Implementation graduate Bolaji Owodunni is the recipient of the 2026 SkillsUSA Scholarship.

The Shaker High School student graduates from the Albany Career and Technical Education (CTE) Campus on June 11 and will attend the University at Albany in pursuit of a degree in game design. The scholarship recognizes a CTE student who worked to develop a strong officer team and sense of camaraderie in the SkillsUSA Organization.

Owodunni served as the SkillsUSA Community Service Liaison this school year and participated fully in running meetings, supporting community service projects and provided guidance to the leadership team. 

“This talented student has exemplified what it means to be a SkillsUSA member and will be greatly missed next year,” said Advisor Deb Toy.

Owodunni said his time at CTE and as a part of the SkillsUSA organization was valuable.

“The skills I have learned are useful to what I want to do in the future,” he said. “I like bringing my ideas to life.”

SkillsUSA, Owodunni said, provided him with an opportunity to not only “be sociable and meet good people, but develop collaborative and leadership skills.”