Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship
Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship
We are thrilled to announce that the 2013 Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship was awared to
Bradley Mali II
Congratulations, Bradley, we are very proud of you and honored to
partner with the Jankowski Family to administer this scholarship!
Learn about Bradley and read his essay
(From left to right: Phil Gattone-President/CEO of Epilepsy Foundation, Arlene Gorelick, MPH- President of Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, Bradley Mali II- 2013 Scholarship Recipient, Kellie Jankowski- Mother of Dakota, Richard Polk- Board Chair)
We are thrilled to announce that the 2013 Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship was awared to
Bradley Mali II
Congratulations, Bradley, we are very proud of you and honored to
partner with the Jankowski Family to administer this scholarship!
Learn about Bradley and read his essay
(From left to right: Phil Gattone-President/CEO of Epilepsy Foundation, Arlene Gorelick, MPH- President of Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, Bradley Mali II- 2013 Scholarship Recipient, Kellie Jankowski- Mother of Dakota, Richard Polk- Board Chair)
Vision: The recipient of the Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship will be a student who has shown perseverance in eliminating obstacles that epilepsy and seizures may present, courage in dealing with epilepsy/seizures, community involvement, and commitment to their education.
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder and confirmed by a letter from a physician.
• Must be a high school senior or a high school graduate between the ages of 17-25.
• Must live in Michigan. For applicants going to school out-of-state, your permanent address must be located in Michigan.
• Must provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program.
• Must submit a completed application and one letter of recommendation, preferably from an educator.
• Write a short essay regarding epilepsy.
• Must have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder and confirmed by a letter from a physician.
• Must be a high school senior or a high school graduate between the ages of 17-25.
• Must live in Michigan. For applicants going to school out-of-state, your permanent address must be located in Michigan.
• Must provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program.
• Must submit a completed application and one letter of recommendation, preferably from an educator.
• Write a short essay regarding epilepsy.
Dakota Ruby Pequeno, known as Cody to family and friends, was a normal 16-year-old looking forward to her senior year. She enjoyed playing Powder Puff football, participating in the school talent contest, singing songs from her favorite movie Rocky Horror Picture Show and listening to Evanescence and Slipknot. But epilepsy claimed her life.In an effort to ensure her memory lives on, the family of Dakota established the Dakota Pequeno Memorial Scholarship. It is their way of giving an opportunity to others who aspire to do great things in life--just like Dakota.
If you are interested in the rewarding experience of sponsoring a scholarship opportunity, or for any other question regarding this scholarship, please contact Brianna Romines.
