Scholarships
The Presley "PA Mom" Memorial Scholarship
The Linda Presley “PA MOM” Scholarship honors the memory of Linda Presley, beloved mother of PA Johnny Presley and a friend to many PA students.
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Linda opened her home and heart to students, making them feel like family. She welcomed them for home-cooked dinners and even brought them to church. For many, Linda was more than a host, she was a second mother.
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Each year, two PA students will receive a $1,000 scholarship in Linda’s name. Special consideration goes to those planning to work in rural health.
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This scholarship is a tribute to Linda’s legacy of kindness, generosity, and support for future PAs.
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SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA:
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Applicants must be in good standing and enrolled in an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program in Tennessee, or be a Tennessee resident enrolled in an ARC-PA accredited program outside the state. Proof of residency, such as a valid Tennessee driver’s license or other official documentation, is required.
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Applications are accepted from April 1 to June 30 with scholarships being awarded in October during FallFest, TAPA’s fall continuing medical education (CME) conference.
The Kim Judd Foundation
Memorial Scholarship in Nursing
This scholarship honors Kimberly Ruth Judd, a devoted mother, grandmother, caregiver, and nurse from Sparta, TN. Known for her compassion, Kimberly touched many lives before passing away from breast cancer at 45. Her legacy of caring lives on through this award.
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Created by her son Kelly Judd and daughter-in-law Kayla Judd, a board-certified nurse practitioner, the scholarship supports nursing students committed to making a difference in underserved rural communities.
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Each year, two $500 scholarships are awarded to students enrolled in RN or APRN programs who want to advance their education and serve in rural healthcare.
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To qualify for this scholarship:
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You must be enrolled in an accredited RN program or higher.
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You must plan to work in a rural community with limited healthcare resources.
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You must be a Tennessee resident.
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Applications open May 1 and close July 31.
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Winners will be recognized at a fall award ceremony. Date and time to be announced.