In Honor of Black History Month, Two Scholarships for African American Students at Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine Have Been Established through The Brady Hunter Foundation and NYC Mayor Eric Adams' Office
BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Seeking to foster diversity in the field of veterinary medicine, two new scholarships for African American students to study at Long Island University's prestigious College of Veterinary Medicine have been established through generous funding from The Brady Hunter Foundation, and in coordination with the office of New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
- The Brady Hunter Scholarship Fund will provide 50% tuition assistance for African American students with financial need from within the five boroughs of New York City at LIU's College of Veterinary Medicine on its Brookville campus.
- "New York City's rich diversity should be reflected across every sector and industry, including veterinary medicine," said Mayor Adams.
- "As we close Black History Month, I applaud The Brady Hunter Foundation for their efforts to help give African American students the ability to turn their career aspirations into a reality.
- "The field of veterinary medicine faces a significant lack of diversity in the profession today, with limited opportunities for African American students," noted Josh Fox, founder of The Brady Hunter Foundation.