The National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF) is pleased to announce the 2015 winners of the Josh Gordy Educational Scholarship: Lynden Prior, 20, from Shelburne, Vermont; and Darian Ross, 19, from North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Josh Gordy is an American football cornerback for the New York Giants, a National Football League (NFL) team. Josh created this scholarship in honor of his nephew, Nolan, age 13, who has severe hemophilia A with inhibitors.
The scholarship grants two awards of $1,000 each, which can be used to pay expenses related to undergraduate studies at a 2- or 4-year accredited college or university. Those chosen must demonstrate strong service to the community. Other factors that are considered include achievements, personal essay and letters of recommendation.
About this year’s scholarship winners
Lynden Prior has displayed exceptional service and leadership both within and outside the bleeding disorders community. He has been involved in the New England Hemophilia Association’s (NEHA) family camp, SpringFest and FallFest, as a speaker and helping fundraise. He also was active in Amnesty International, the Salvation Army soup kitchen and as dorm president at the University of Vermont. Lynden is majoring in microbiology and molecular genetics in hopes to one day continue the field of research to help improve the lives of people living with bleeding disorders.
Darian Ross has also demonstrated excellence in service through his leadership roles in NEHA’s Camp High Hopes and SpringFest, as well as the Hemophilia Federation of America’s Gears for Good Bike Ride, the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and the Connecticut Hemophilia Society. He teaches Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to children. Darian has a passion for cars and is working to attain his associate’s degree as an automotive service technician to then go on to obtain his bachelor’s degree.
NHF wishes them the best of luck in their academic success and future endeavors!
