Who Can Apply:
- Steven Penn Bryan was a beloved husband and father who bravely followed his passions despite his age.
- When Steve was 45 years old, he left his childhood passion of being an architect to go back to school to pursue a master’s degree in counseling. This decision was costly, but Steve knew that too often, people don’t get to enjoy the work that they do. Courageously changing paths allowed Steve to follow his true calling and leave this earth loving what he did. Steve was trained in Interpersonal Neurobiology and as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner who was passionate about integrating the mind, body, soul and spirit in his work.
- This scholarship aims to honor the spirit of Steven Penn Bryan by supporting individuals who have changed paths decades into their careers in order to follow their true passions.
- Any student who is in their late thirties or beyond and is pursuing a master’s degree in counseling or a related field, such as social work, may apply for this scholarship.
Submission: To apply, tell us why you decided to go back to school to pursue this field and how this scholarship would help you reach your goals.
Deadline: December 19, 2023
Amount: $5,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/steven-penn-bryan-scholarship-fund/