Marley Aberdeen

Dear Ryan, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for being chosen as a recipient of the Robert and Suzi DeGennaro Scholarship for Disabled Students. It truly means a lot to me to receive this recognition, and I feel very grateful for your support. Receiving this scholarship makes a real difference in my life, as it eases the financial pressure of pursuing my inclusive adolescent education degree and allows me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies and my passion for working with kids. As someone committed to becoming a high school history or special education teacher, this award brings me closer to achieving my dreams of creating inclusive classrooms and helping students of all abilities thrive. Your mission to help students with disabilities reach their educational goals resonates deeply with me, and I feel inspired by your dedication to making higher education more accessible. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. I hope to honor your faith in me by making a positive impact on the lives of future students. Thank you, Marley Aberdeen

Divya Kashyap

Dear Ryan, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for awarding me the Robert and Suzi DeGennaro Scholarship for Disabled Students. I'm truly grateful for your generosity and belief in students like me who are working hard to achieve our educational goals despite the extra challenges we may face. Receiving this scholarship provides a huge relief, as it will ease my financial responsibilities and allow me to dedicate more time to my studies, volunteering at free clinics, and engaging in research that will shape me into a compassionate and skilled physician. This support means I can spend fewer hours at my work-study position and more time focusing on what matters most to my education and my future patients. As an aspiring physiatrist deeply interested in health equity and social justice, I am committed to making a difference in the lives of others—especially those who are often underserved or overlooked. Your contribution not only helps me move forward in my own journey, but also inspires me to one day support and advocate for others in similar circumstances. I admire your mission to empower students with disabilities to pursue higher education, and I feel honored to be a part of that vision. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my life, and I hope to carry that spirit of generosity forward in my own medical career. Thank you, Divya Kashyap