Arlin Diaz Memorial Scholarship
Arlin Diaz was a beloved daughter, wife, and mother whose vibrant spirit continues to be an inspiration to many.
Arlin was of Dominican and Puerto Rican descent and touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering determination. Even though Arlin passed away far too soon at the age of thirty-seven, her legacy of resilience and compassion lives on.
Arlin was not only a proud graduate of Kean University, where she earned her B.A. in psychology in 2010, but she was also a beacon of hope for individuals facing the challenges of epilepsy. Despite her own struggles with the condition, Arlin approached life with courage and grace, never allowing epilepsy to define her or limit her dreams.
This scholarship seeks to honor the incredible life of Arlin Diaz by continuing her legacy of courage and compassion in supporting the aspirations of students with epilepsy.
Any high school or undergraduate student who has epilepsy may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but Hispanic applicants who are studying psychology are preferred.
To apply, submit an essay about your personal journey or the impact of this scholarship and upload any relevant images that will help your essay and story stand out.
Please respond to one of the following prompts: 1. Personal Journey - share your own experience with epilepsy. How has epilepsy impacted your life, and what challenges have you encountered along the way? 2. Impact of the scholarship - explain how receiving this scholarship would help alleviate the financial burden of your education and enable you to pursue your academic endeavors with greater focus and determination. How do you intend to honor Arlin's memory and legacy as a recipient of this scholarship?
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The application deadline is Nov 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Nov 30, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Nov 30, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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