The American Academy of Audiology Foundation’s mission is to promote philanthropy in support of public awareness, research, and education in audiology and hearing and balance science.
Offering a variety of scholarships to students pursuing degrees in audiology is one way in which the Foundation fulfills its mission to support education. The Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of three of its scholarship programs in 2023.
Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship
The Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a minority and/or international student who shows exceptional promise in audiology research.
The scholarship was established to honor Dr. Sadanand Singh, an educator, scientist, publisher, and philanthropist, to celebrate his dedication to research and the next generation of hearing scientists.
2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Suresh Pranali
Northwestern University
Northwestern University
“I am incredibly honored and grateful to receive the Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship to help further my growth as an audiologist and honor Dr. Sadanand Singh’s contribution to the field. This award is truly motivating and fuels my passion and commitment towards my clinical and research goals.”
Judith Blumsack Scholarship
The Judith Blumsack Scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates outstanding clinical skills and who shows promise in terms of clinical research and service to the professional community and/or the community at large. Dr. Blumsack was on the faculty at Auburn University and a former member of the AAA Foundation Board of Trustees. She retired in 2014, at which time students, colleagues, family, and friends came together to create a $500 scholarship in her name.
2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Andie Zang
The University of Texas at Dallas
“As an audiologist and PhD candidate, I’ve learned that bridging the gap between patient-centered care and research is where true progress is made. This award is not just an honor; it is a reminder of the mission inspiring me to continue pursuing excellence in both clinic and research. As I progress in my academic career, I will remain dedicated to providing the best patient care and making a meaningful impact in health care.”
The University of Texas at Dallas
Continued Achievement Scholarships
The Continued Achievement Scholarships, sponsored by AudiologyOnline, are awarded to students who show exceptional promise in providing outstanding patient care as clinical audiologists. This scholarship program provides a $2,000 award for two students each year.
2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Kitrie Howell
The University of Texas at Dallas
Mary Sauvageau
Idaho State University
The University of Texas at Dallas
“I am incredibly grateful and honored to have received the Continued Achievement Scholarship of 2023. This generous award from AAA Foundation and AudiologyOnline has given me the opportunity to help further my clinical training. I am thankful to all who have helped and guided me through my studies and clinical work these past four years.”
Idaho State University
“I am honored to be chosen and receive the Continued Achievement scholarship. By receiving this award, it reduces my financial burden as a doctor of audiology student at Idaho State University. The award provides access to increased study time and materials required to become an outstanding audiologist.”
The AAA Foundation will accept applications for 2024–2025 academic year beginning January 2024. The application deadline is April 30, 2024, for the following scholarships:
- Amit Gosalia Scholarship in Private Practice Audiology
- Continued Achievement Scholarship
- Empowering Students Scholarship
- Jerry Northern Scholarship in Pediatric Audiology
- Judith Blumsack Scholarship
- Sadanand Singh Memorial Scholarship
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