Houston Allergy & Asthma Associates Academic Scholarships

  We are pleased to announce the four winners (see picture)  of the Houston Allergy & Asthma Associates Scholarship Award for the 2006-2007 academic year. We had approximately 20 applicants and the selection process was very difficult. All of the applicants are very accomplished and should be congratulated!

 This is the second year that the physicians of Houston Allergy and Asthma Associates have elected to offer four $1,000 scholarships to patients. The eligibility requirements include graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates or graduate students who are in good academic standing and have been accepted by, or are currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college, university or technical school. They must have been a patient of Houston Allergy & Asthma Associates for a minimum of one year. All applicants also submitted an essay on how their allergies and/or asthma and treatment have affected their lives and described their academic goals.

Christopher Atnip, a 2006 graduate of Brazoswood High School, will attend Texas A & M in the fall.  Christopher has led his peers in his positions as Drum Major and baritone section leader for the Brazoswood Buccaneer Band in addition to being Vice-president of the National Honor Society. He has been active in various church and community volunteer activities. Christopher’s goal is to obtain degrees in architecture and construction science and to start his own architectural firm.

Amanda Henson plans to attend Texas A & M and major in biology after her graduation from Clear Lake High School.  Combining her love of physical fitness and the human body, she eventually would like to obtain a degree in physical therapy.  While in high school, Amanda has been active in the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, the cross country and track team, dance, church mission trips and volunteer activities.  Amanda would like to spend one of her college years studying abroad in a Spanish-speaking country.

Sarah Krusleski, a National Merit Scholar, will graduate from Westfield High School with her college goals to obtain dual degrees in studio art and psychology and then pursue a master’s degree in counseling, emphasizing art therapy.  During her high school career, Sarah has participated in swim team, National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, and Student Council. Sarah has received numerous awards in art competitions and taken dual credit college courses in addition to working part-time.

Laura Worth has demonstrated high academic achievements at Houston Christian High School.  In addition to being co-captain of the varsity cheerleading squad, editor of the yearbook and a National Honor Society member, Laura has been active in many community service projects.  She completed both the Silver and Gold Awards for Girl Scouts and was recognized by National Charity League for having the most service hours in her chapter.  Laura will begin her studies at Texas A & M in the fall.

Houston Allergy & Asthma Associates congratulates these four outstanding young students and wishes them the very best as they begin their collegiate careers!