ASRT Foundation Awards Nearly $250,000 in Scholarships to Radiologic Science Professionals and Students

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The ASRT Foundation has announced the recipients of its entry-level and professional scholarships for the 2013-2014 academic year.

“The ASRT Foundation is excited to be providing almost $250,000 in scholarships for 71 deserving radiologic science professionals and students this year – the most in our history,” said Phelosha Collaros, ASRT Foundation’s director. “This is an important milestone that demonstrates the radiologic science community’s commitment to the profession. Because of strong support from donors and corporate sponsors, more R.T.s are now getting access to the education and resources they need to be successful in the workplace.”

The Foundation’s entry-level scholarship program provides financial support for outstanding students working to complete a radiologic technology or radiation therapy educational program. This year’s entry-level scholarship recipients are:

Elekta Radiation Therapy Scholarship, $5,000 each

This scholarship is made possible by a generous grant from Elekta.

• Christopher Alley of Bloomington, Ind., enrolled in an associate degree program at Ivy Tech Community College.
• Jessica Culbertson of Austin, Texas, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Texas State University at San Marcos.
• Mark Fowler of Warren, Mich., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Baker College of Jackson.
• Nhi H. Vu of Plano, Texas, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. 

Jerman-Cahoon Student Scholarship, $2,500 each

This scholarship was created in honor of Edward Jerman and John Cahoon and is made possible by support from ASRT Foundation Patrons and a generous grant from the ASRT.

• Janelle Davies of Cashmere, Wash., enrolled in a certificate program at Wenatchee Valley College.
• George Hutti of La Mesa, Calif., enrolled in an associate degree program at San Diego Mesa College. 
• Stephen Nash of San Antonio enrolled in an associate degree program at Baptist School of Health Professionals.
• Courtney Rausch of Chilton, Wis., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Marian University-Wisconsin.
• Samuel Taylor of Windermere, Fla., enrolled in a certificate program at Lakeland Regional Medical Center School of Radiology. 

Royce Osborn Minority Student Scholarship, $4,000 each

This scholarship is made possible by a generous grant from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and donations from our Patrons.

• Rosa Crivelli-Medina of Cypress, Calif., enrolled in an associate degree program at Long Beach City College.
• Joleen Evans of Tualatin, Ore., enrolled in an associate degree program at Portland Community College.
• Kawsar Khan of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., enrolled in a certificate program at Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology.
• Amanda Mullen of Muskogee, Okla., enrolled in an associate degree program at Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee.
• Gideon Tameru of San Jose, Calif., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Kaiser School of Allied Health Sciences. 

The professional scholarship program helps radiologic science professionals meet financial obligations to return to school for completion of a degree or to obtain additional certification. This year’s professional scholarship recipients are:

Medical Imaging Educators Scholarship, $5,000 each

This scholarship is made possible by donations to the ASRT Foundation.

• Traci Fox of Bensalem, Pa., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Drexel University.
• Michael Hartman of Port Washington, N.Y., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Long Island University-C.W. Post Campus.
• Chad Hunley of Clarksville, Tenn., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Walden University.
• Ronald Walker of Findlay, Ohio, enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Northcentral University. 

Professional Advancement Scholarship, $2,000 each

This scholarship is made possible by a generous grant from ASRT’s JobBank® partner, HEALTHeCAREERS.

• Victoria Barnosky of Pittsburgh enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Robert Morris University.
• Dale Collins of Eagle River, Ark., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Northcentral University.
• Karen Eastham of Greensburg, Ky., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Liberty University.
• Elizabeth Price of Columbus, N.J., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Wilmington University.
• Kyle Prinkey of Albuquerque, N.M., enrolled in a master’s degree program at the University of New Mexico.
• Theresa Roberts of Palm Bay, Fla., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at California Southern University.
• Elizabeth Spencer of Lancaster, Ky., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Walden University.
• Karen Sweeney-Lemus of Miami enrolled in a master’s degree program at Florida International University.
• Todd Van Auken of Largo, Fla., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at the University of South Florida.
• Benjamin Wood of Bossier City, Iowa, enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Grambling State University.  

Parsons Degree Achievement Scholarship, $2,000 each

Named in memory of former ASRT Foundation Chairman Cathy Parsons, this scholarship is made possible by donations to the ASRT Foundation and a generous grant from the ASRT.

• Angela Abbott of Tazewell, Tenn., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences.
• Anol Abraham of Bergenfield, N.J., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
• Ellen Alexander of Tamarac, Fla., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Broward College.
• Matthew Alyassin of Gainesville, Fla., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Nova Southeastern University.
• Craig Barnes of Baltimore enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of Baltimore.
• Christina Clarke of Hudson, Iowa, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of St. Francis.
• Sophia Dasilva of New City, N.Y., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Widener University-Main Campus.
• Stephanie Fogel of Terre Haute, Ind., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Siena Heights University.
• Jacob Hardin of St. Louis enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Saint Louis University-Main Campus.
• Christina Hendricks of Madison, Wis., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
• Stewart Hofmann of Cedarburg, Wis., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Concordia University-Wisconsin.
• Krista Kackley of Sauk Rapids, Minn., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at St. Joseph’s College of Maine.
• Traci Knoblock of Sioux Falls, S.D., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at the University of Sioux Falls.
• Sharon Kurjan of Poland, Ohio, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Siena Heights University.
• LaVene Lohrbach of Clarksville, Tenn., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Pima Medical Institute.
• Kayla Martens of Snellville, Ga., enrolled in an associate degree program at Georgia Perimeter College.
• David Moore of Warren, Ohio, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Mercy College of Northwest Ohio.
• Mary Ann Talbot of Troy, N.Y., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at SUNY Empire State College.
• Tanya VanTreeck of Brooksville, Fla., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences.
• Vickie Vinnedge of Byron, Ill., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. 

Siemens Clinical Advancement Scholarship, $5,000 each

This scholarship is made possible by a generous grant from Siemens Healthcare USA.

• Julie Aguayo of Valparaiso, Ind., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Indiana University-Northwest.
• Kelsey Johnson of North Haven, Conn., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Quinnipiac University.
• Jennifer Ramos of Rocklin, Calif., enrolled in an associate degree program at Consumnes River College.
• Tonya Viars of Kannapolis, N.C., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. 

Varian Radiation Therapy Advancement Scholarship, $5,000 each

This scholarship was created in honor of Eileen McCullough and is made possible by a generous grant from Varian Medical Systems.

• Joey Brewer of Texarcana, Texas, enrolled in a certificate program at Washburn University.
• Mellonie Brown of Costa Mesa, Calif., enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Grand Canyon University.
• Alisen Fitzpatrick of Antigo, Wis., enrolled in a master’s degree program at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse.
• Jeremy Gamble of Vacaville, Calif., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Thomas Jefferson University.
• Jaclyn Herndon of Cheney, Kan., enrolled in a certificate program at Washburn University.
• Mariamawit Kebede of Los Angeles enrolled in a master’s degree program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
• Michael Le of Malden, Mass., enrolled in a certificate program at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
• Nishele Lenards of Prior Lake, Minn., enrolled in a doctoral program at Northcentral University.
• Mary McBride of Ellicott City, Md., enrolled in a certificate program at the University System of Maryland.
• Amanuel Negussie of Minneapolis enrolled in a master’s degree program at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse.
• Cory Neill of Reno, Nev., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
• Lindsey Nelson of Holly, Mich., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Central Michigan University. 
• Robin Pritchard of Houston enrolled in a master’s degree program at Texas Women’s University.
• Maryna Razhko of Los Angeles enrolled in a certificate program at the City of Hope Graduate School of Biological Science.
• Kameka Rideaux of Missouri City, Texas, enrolled in a doctoral degree program at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
• Andrew Rieck of Mohnton, Pa., enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at Thomas Jefferson University.
• Kyle Riffle of Gahanna, Ohio, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at The Ohio State University-Main Campus.
• Marcus Robinson of Arlington, Va., enrolled in a master’s degree program at George Washington University.
• Katie Simmons Copeland of Meridian, Miss., enrolled in a master’s degree program at Louisiana State University-Shreveport. 

Scholarship recipients submitted applications and were selected based on evidence of commitment, leadership, achievement and financial need. The Foundation’s Scholarship Review Committee evaluated scholarship applications and provided recommendations to the Board of Trustees. Recipients were then approved by the Board of Trustees.

To learn more about scholarship programs, including eligibility requirements and application information, or for more information about the ASRT Foundation, visit www.asrtfoundation.org.

About the ASRT Foundation

The ASRT Foundation supports and empowers medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals and students to pursue opportunities that improve patient care.