American Heart Association EmPOWERED to Serve Scholars are college freshmen, sophomores and juniors making a difference in the health of their communities. Past scholars include: A health policy and management student who encouraged corner groceries to sell fresh, healthy foods, A biochemistry student who taught diabetes courses at a community health clinic, and a public policy student who helped launch an urban garden where families living in a food desert could harvest fresh fruit and vegetables.
Ten students will each receive a $10,000 scholarship towards their college tuition.