Waheed and Raana Akbar Endowed Scholarship in Health Sciences

Candidates must be enrolled full-time, demonstrate financial need (FAFSA), be pursuing a major in Nursing, Health Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or Occupational Therapy; and possess the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the healthcare field. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an intention to serve the Great Lakes Bay Region as a health professional, and students who participate or have participated in activities and/or organizations that promote gender diversity/equality in the workplace.

Donor
Drs. Waheed and Raana Akbar
Award
$1,500
Scopes
College of Health & Human Services Scholarships
Deadline
03/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Where (location) would you most like to pursue your healtcare career?
  2. Do you participate, or have you previously participated, in organizations or activities that promote gender diversity in the workplace and society?
  3. If applicable, please describe activities and organizations you have participated in that promote gender diversity in the workplace and society.