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AKSHA Announces the 2008 Dr. Helen Dittman Beirne Awards
for Commitment to Communication Education
Dr. Helen Beirne was instrumental in starting the Alaska Speech and Hearing Association. She is remembered by a great number of individuals as a role model and mentor in the area of speech and language, and in humanitarian work. In memory of Dr. Beirne, the Alaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association presents two awards this year, to suitably qualified candidates demonstrating a commitment to undertaking studies leading to a degree in communication development and disorders. At this time, in Alaska, it is especially crucial to applaud this pursuit, since there is a shortage of qualified personnel to assist people experiencing communication problems.
Applicants should show pursuit of studies in communication, in the area of speech/language or hearing at an accredited institution in the undergraduate or graduate department. Each scholarship is valued at $500 in the 2008-2009 school year. Download the application here. Fill in the blanks, save the form and send it to Celia or send to the address below.
Awards will be determined by the executive board based on information in the award application, teacher recommendations, and/or grades.
The committee may give preference to Alaska Native students, and applicants working with Alaska Native population.
Applicants must be US citizens.
Further information may be obtained by contacting the Scholarship Committee, Alaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 4325 Laurel St #100, Anchorage, AK 99508, or send email to Celia Foley.
Applications should be sent directly to the Scholarship Committee at above email or street address by May 30, 2008.
Award recipients will be contacted. Recipients will be posted here.
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