Name: Sandra Tunajek Scholarship (KyANA)
Award Amount: Varies (administered through the AANA Foundation)
Information And Eligibility:
The Sandra Tunajek Scholarship is an annual award sponsored by the Kentucky Association of Nurse Anesthetists (KyANA) to support Kentucky residents pursuing advanced education in nurse anesthesia. The scholarship is awarded and managed by the AANA Foundation, which oversees the application process and selects the recipient. This partnership ensures that the scholarship is administered through a transparent, competitive process aligned with national standards for resident and doctoral-level CRNA funding.
The scholarship is intended to assist both nurse anesthesia students enrolled in accredited programs and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists who are pursuing doctoral studies. By supporting learners at different stages of professional development, the Sandra Tunajek Scholarship reflects KyANA’s commitment to strengthening the nurse anesthesia workforce within Kentucky and supporting lifelong professional growth.
Eligibility for the scholarship is limited to applicants who are residents of Kentucky. Residency is a required criterion and must be verified as part of the application process. Additional requirements, documentation, and timelines are determined by the AANA Foundation during the annual scholarship cycle.
Through this scholarship, KyANA honors the legacy of Sandra Tunajek while providing meaningful financial support to individuals who are advancing the profession of nurse anesthesia within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Eligibility Requirements:
Application Requirements:
Deadline: Varies by AANA Foundation cycle
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