2024 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS (Continued)
JAMES F. REVILLE SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship is intended for full-time college students in a program related to the intellectual and developmental disability field such as behavioral sciences, social work, nursing, healthcare administration and management, or psychology. This scholarship honors James F. Reville, in recognition of his dedication to bettering the lives of people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Mr. Reville was one of The Arc New York’s most respected Presidents, serving the Association from 1965 to 1969.
Sabrina Mastropolo is currently wrapping up her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis & Autism at Russell Sage College, where she has been studying for the past two years to become a BCBA. She has been working as a Registered
ARTHUR W. PENSE SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship is intended for physical or occupational therapy degree program students, and honors Dr. Arthur W. Pense, who served as NYS Assistant Commissioner of Mental Hygiene from 1944 to 1961. Behavior Technician at The Arc Westchester’s Ann Manzi Youth Connection for three years. With her BCBA credential, Sabrina aims to keep teaching functional living skills to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them lead independent and fulfilling lives.
2024 Recipients: Beatriz Amorosino works as a Teaching Assistant at The Arc Westchester’s Children’s School for Early Development. She is studying at Teachers College, Columbia University,
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Milana Inoyatova Is currently a second-year Occupational Therapy graduate student at Touro University in Midtown, Manhattan. Milana says the program has been an incredible journey filled with numerous learning experiences that have solidified her passion for this field. As she prepares to enter
aiming for a Master’s degree in Developmental Disabilities. Beatriz also plans to get certified in Applied Behavior Analysis (BCBA) at Columbia. Growing up with a vision disability, she has always been passionate about helping people with disabilities. After she graduates, she wants to continue working and doing research in the field of developmental disabilities.
her Level II Fieldwork this Fall, she is excited to put her knowledge into practice and help make a tangible impact on the overall quality of life of those under her care. What drew her to Occupational Therapy was the opportunity to assist individuals in regaining their independence in activities of daily living. Whether it's providing rehabilitation after an injury or supporting those with disabilities, the chance to make a positive impact is what drives her every day.
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