Published on March 4, 2010  

Senior Biology major Ashley Spann was recently selected as a recipient of the 2010 United Negro College Fund-Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarship. The prestigious award includes a $25,000 scholarship, two UNCF/Merck summer internships and a mentorship by a Merck scientist. Ashley credits biology professor Dr. Betsy Dobbins for encouraging her to apply for the scholarship, and all of her professors for preparing her to win the award.

"51½ÖÉä and my many thoughtful and considerate professors have prepared me well for the future I intend to pursue," Ashley said. "With this award, my dreams and aspirations are even closer within my reach."

After graduation, Ashley plans to pursue an MD/PhD degree and become a physician scientist.

 
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