2025 Scholarship Winners Announced
MANCHESTER— At ECPC, our mission has always been to invest in the next generation of healthcare leaders, those who are not only academically driven but also deeply committed to building healthier, more equitable communities. Today, we’re proud to introduce the 2025 ECPC Scholarship recipients, each awarded $2,500 toward the college of their choice.
Each year, ECPC selects one graduating senior from a half dozen local high schools in the communities we serve. All recipients plan to pursue degrees in health-related fields, ranging from nursing and medicine to healthcare administration and public health. This program reflects our belief that the health of our communities includes the pursuit of constant growth through education.
Amiya Hing — A graduate of Waterbury Career Academy, Amiya will be attending Central Connecticut State University to pursue a degree in Nursing. She dreams of becoming a Labor and Delivery Nurse, where she can be a steady, compassionate presence during one of life’s most transformative moments. Amiya is also passionate about maternal health advocacy, with a long-term vision to champion systemic improvements in how care is delivered to women and families.
Chauncey Ruiz — Chauncey, a graduate of Holyoke High School in Massachusetts, will head to Western New England University to study Exercise Science and Business. With entrepreneurial energy and a heart for community, Chauncey hopes to one day open a health and training business in his hometown—an initiative centered on empowerment, preventative care, and reinvestment in Holyoke’s wellbeing.
Iya Abdou — A graduate of John F. Kennedy High School in Waterbury, Iya will be joining Boston University on the pre-med track, majoring in Biology. She is inspired to become a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, driven by a desire to care for young patients and support families through critical medical journeys. Iya also envisions using her future role to advance health equity, especially in the realms of women’s and children’s health.
Joarsis Hernandez — Joarsis graduated from Waterbury Arts Magnet School and will be attending the University of Connecticut to study Biological Sciences. She aspires to become a Neurosurgeon, blending scientific precision with deep human connection. Joarsis is determined to be the kind of provider who listens, informs, and empowers each patient with clarity and compassion.
Mah Noor — A graduate of Rockville High School in Vernon, Mah will pursue a Nursing degree at Connecticut State Community College, Capital. Her goal is to become an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Mah is particularly drawn to the emotional dimensions of care, striving to be a provider who offers not just medical expertise, but heartfelt understanding in moments of vulnerability.
Ohanna Boahen — Ohanna, who graduated from Manchester High School, will attend Howard University to pursue a degree in Health Management. With aspirations in Health Administration, Ohanna is focused on improving the patient experience in hospital settings. She believes that warmth, hospitality, and operational excellence go hand in hand in delivering the kind of care families deserve.
These six students embody the spirit of the ECPC Scholarship: resilience, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference. We are proud to support their academic journeys and even prouder to imagine the positive impact they will have on the future of healthcare.
Congratulations to the 2025 ECPC Scholarship recipients!
We can’t wait to see where your paths lead.
