The Antelope Valley Medical Center (AVMC) Auxiliary proudly awarded $1,000 scholarships to 12 local graduating high school students, reinforcing its more than 20-year commitment to supporting future medical professionals in the Antelope Valley.
Selected from a competitive pool of 25 applicants, each scholarship recipient demonstrated academic excellence, with a minimum 3.5 grade point average, and has been accepted into a healthcare-related program at an accredited college, university, or technical school.
“Each year, we are inspired by the passion and dedication of these students,” said Fran Beckerman, Scholarship Chairman, AVMC Auxiliary. “By investing in their education, we are helping to build the next generation of caregivers who will strengthen the health of our community.”
This year’s scholarship recipients are:
- Rebecca Lopez - Antelope Valley High School
- Fernanda Campos - Quartz Hill High School
- Joshua Rajaratnam - Quartz Hill High School
- Madison Christensen - Quartz Hill High School
- Ella Dluzak - Desert Christian High School
- Peyton Thompson - Antelope Valley Virtual Academy
- Amanda Miranda - Highland High School
- Ariana Asuna Rodriguez - Palmdale High School
- Harleen Kaur - Palmdale High School
- Bailey McWherter - Highland High School
- Marilia Vega - Paraclete High School
The Antelope Valley Medical Center Auxiliary raises funds for the hospital through the hospital gift shops, New to You Thrift Shop, and other seasonal fundraising events. This year, thanks to the generosity of two committee members, the auxiliary was able to award two additional scholarships. In addition to its annual health career scholarships program, some of the auxiliary’s past pledges benefited the Women and Infants Pavilion, OB clinics, neonatal intensive care unit, emergency department expansion, and state-of-the-art equipment for the critical care unit.
To learn more about the Volunteer Program at Antelope Valley Medical Center please visit: www.avmc.org/volunteer.
Photo Caption: Congratulations to this year’s health career scholarship program recipients! (Top row L to R) Fran Beckerman of AVMC Auxiliary, students Bailey M., Peyton T., and AVMC Volunteer Michael Mcgrath. (Bottom row L to R) Rebecca L., Harleen K., Amanda M., and Marilia V.
About Antelope Valley Medical Center
Antelope Valley Medical Center (AVMC) is the leading hospital in the heart of the Antelope Valley, delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the community since 1955. As a 420-bed, full-service, acute-care hospital, AVMC offers comprehensive medical services, including emergency care, advanced surgical procedures, maternity and neonatal care, cardiovascular care, and the region’s only trauma center, pediatric and inpatient behavioral health unit. With a focus on innovation and compassionate care, AVMC is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. For more information, visit www.avmc.org, call (661) 949-5000, or follow us at @avmedicalcenter.