Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student Scholarship!

Why A Scholarship?

When I attended graduate school to obtain my Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, I was already working full-time as an emergency room nurse. In order to accommodate my course schedule, I worked 10 hour shifts before it was fashionable, and, although I didn't get off work until 1:30 am, I was often in class that same morning at 8am. Juggling work, bills, and school, were the life of a working student. Looking back now, I wonder how I did it, but, it serves as testimony that when we are committed to a goal, anything is possible. Now I want to help some student achieve her/his goal/s.

Why Support A Student?

Being invited to be a guest lecture for graduate students is one of my favorite experiences. I think there is nothing better for students than to meet a practicing clinician, who can educate by sharing stories about "real" patients that are punctuated with enthusiasm and commitment to our profession. When I interact with students, whether in a classroom, in a clinic, or across a booth at ASHA, I can tell quickly who has the passion, and who believes, as I do, that there is nothing more important than helping another person retain or restore their ability to communicate.

What Is My Commitment?

In 2008, when I formed my company, Voice Aerobics, LLC, I committed to give 10% of profits from product sales to Parkinson's research. Over the last three years, I have honored that commitment, and expanded it to include various other organizations and causes I support. Annually, beginning May 20th 2012, a check for $500 will be awarded to a graduate student in speech-language pathology. This annual commitment represents the faith I have in my own business to continue to prosper, and in the students, who represent the future of a profession I love so much.

Instructions For Applying:

Any student enrolled in an ASHA accredited speech-language program is eligible to apply. Click on the link below to complete the application form, and return your completed form by email as an attachment or by postal mail by the deadline of April 30, 2012.

Mary Spremulli, MA, CCC-SLP       

My Mission: To enlist individuals in their treatment, and help them express their personality & spirit through voice. To educate and empower.

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  or mail to:
P.O. Box 494383, Port Charlotte, FL 33949-4383