Special Honors Scholarships

Dec 13, 2024

Lillie Hope-McGarvey Health Scholarship

Renee Fliris

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for selecting me as a recipient of the Lillie Hope-McGarvey Health Scholarship. This generous support will assist me in pursuing my academic goals at the University of Minnesota’s, Doctor of Nursing Practice in Health Innovation and Leadership.

I am deeply honored by your investment in my future, and I will strive to make the most of this opportunity. Your confidence in me has motivated me to work hard and achieve my goals. Thank you so much for your continued support over the years and belief in my potential. Undoubtedly, it has made a positive impact in my educational career.

Sincerely,
Renee Fliris

Gabe Stepetin Business Scholarship

Thea Chesley

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude and admiration to the board of the Aleut Foundation for selecting me as this year’s recipient of the Gabe Stepetin Business Scholarship. Your generosity and support comes at a pivotal time in my academic journey as I am entering my final year at the University of Alaska Anchorage. The impact of this scholarship extends far beyond monetary value. It has encouraged me to continue to strive for academic excellence, fostered my innate curiosity to learn, enhanced my appreciation for the opportunity to pursue a higher education, and has provided me with a renewed vigor for this upcoming school year. I am profoundly honored and appreciative of this award.

Additionally, I would like to thank each individual board member, Kathy Greisbaum, Colleen Dushkin, Mary Rose, Jessica Borenin, Michele Yatchmeneff, and Andrew Guenther, for believing in my potential and recognizing my achievements, determination, and dedication to my academic and career goals.

Once again, thank you to the Aleut Foundation.

With gratitude,

Thea Chesley

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