Vineland Student Among Scholarship Finalists
Henry Johnson Jr. of Vineland was recently awarded a college scholarship for being a finalist in the N.J. Human Services’ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI) students impaired scholarship program.
The awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals who are blind, deafblind, and visually impaired.
“We are honored to celebrate these amazing individuals for their outstanding accomplishments and provide financial support through these scholarships,” Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman said. “We look forward to seeing these trailblazers continue to reach their dreams and to explore their infinite potential as they pursue higher education.”
“These students represent the importance of full inclusion in our communities, which fosters diversity, equity, and a sense of belonging for all,” Human Services Deputy Commissioner for Aging and Disability Services Kaylee McGuire said. “We congratulate these individuals on their success and look forward to celebrating what they will accomplish in years to come.”
“It is of utmost importance to spotlight the achievements of exemplary students who also happen to be blind, deafblind and visually impaired and we are proud to do so in front of their family, friends and loved ones,” said Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Executive Director Dr. Bernice Davis. Top scholarship awards ranged from $1,000 to $5,000.
This year’s top four awardees are:
Ava Bullis of Manahwakin, Cathy and Herb Bodensiek Scholarship for Students Majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or in Business Administration;
Madeline Mau of West Windsor, Nathan & Sally Rogoff Scholarship for Academic Excellence;
Reydina Lawrence of Union, Caroline Rose Foster Scholarship for Independence and Self-Determination; and
Patrick Lant of Sewell, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at the University of Delaware. Patrick received the Mary Louise Buckley Scholarship for Students Majoring in Health Services or Communications.
Johnson received $200 for being a finalist in the program, along with Adamarie Tait of Forked River, Alex Kahan of Monroe, Nora Cumisky of Cranford, and Timothy Palermo of Ocean View.
