2018 Scholarship Winners Announced

Friends of the FHS awarded the FHS Dawber Scholarship to two high school seniors planning to attend college.

All children, stepchildren, and grandchildren of FHS participants were welcomed to apply for the scholarships.

Applicants wrote essays focused on “How has the Framingham Heart Study research scope expanded over its 70 years?” to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the study. Applicants were welcome to tell a story, conduct an interview, or pursue any angle of interest.

First Place Contest Winner

Left to Right: Dr. Daniel Levy, Director, Framingham Heart Study, John Galvani, President, Friends of the Framingham Heart Study, Patrick Hanly, Scholarship Recipient, Peter Allen, Treasurer Friends of the Framingham Heart Study.

Second Place Contest Winner

Left to Right: Peter Allen, Treasurer Friends of the Framingham Heart Study, Dr. Daniel Levy, Director, Framingham Heart Study, Sophie Verra, Scholarship Recipient, John Galvani, President, Friends of the Framingham Heart Study.