It is with joy and excitement that Mark and Valerie Caro announce the recipient of the annual $10,000 Emily Marie Benson Memorial Scholarship at NAU. Congratulations to Caitlin R. Peterson!
“Caitlin defines the soul of the scholarship by her dedication to make the lives of others challenged with Diabetes easier,” quotes Valerie.
Caitlin is in her sophomore year at NAU and is focused on Diabetes education. She is involved in the community in several volunteer organizations and was born and raised in Flagstaff.
2006-2007 Scholarship Recipient
Paul Baze
Paul Baze of Flagstaff was awarded the 2006-2007 Emily Marie Benson Memorial Scholarship at N.A.U.
“Paul exemplifies the values and the core of the Emily’s scholarship” quotes Valerie. “He has shown unparalleled drive and determination while maintaining such a positive attitude.”
Paul graduated from Coconino High school this year and will transition into N.A.U. The $10,000 Scholarship is a community-wide effort funded entirely by private donations. It is awarded yearly to a student facing a serious medical condition.
2005-2006 Scholarship Recipient
Corinne Amber Perez
The $10,000 Emily Marie Benson Memorial Scholarship was awarded this year to Corinne Perez who attends N.A.U. full-time. She is a wonderful young woman with lots of drive and determination. She has a sparkle in her eye and we are convinced that she will be making the most of the new opportunities in her life.
A letter from Corinne:
Dear Scholarship Donors,
It is such an honor to be selected as the 2005-2006 scholarship recipient. Words cannot express how grateful I am to all of you. The money received will really help me out financially as I pursue a career in speech pathology. Thanks again, from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely,
Corinne Amber Perez
Emily Marie Benson Scholarship Fund
c/o Mark and Valerie Caro
6955 E. Old Walnut Canyon Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Email Us
