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For Neha Marzan, 2024 recipient of the Dr. Kristine Bennett Honorary Scholarship, studyingabroad in Seoul, South Korea during the Summer of 2026 was an opportunity to experiencea new culture while expanding her academic perspective. Neha is a rising senior at Princeton University and a Neuroscience major. She spent thesummer at Yonsei University through the Yonsei International Summer School, where shetook classes in Machine Learning and Korean Architecture alongside more tha

For Emily Meeker, 2024 recipient of the Dr. Kristine Bennett Honorary Scholarship, studying abroad in Lisbon, Portugal in the Summer of 2026 was a chance to learn firsthand how healthcare is practiced around the world. Emily is a rising third-year Exercise Science & Kinesiology major at the University of SouthFlorida, and a student in the Judy Genshaft Honors College. She spent two weeks in Portugal through the Honors College Physician Observation Program, and during her time

The Peirano Family Foundation welcomed supporters, community leaders, and friends to Gaspar's Patio Bar & Grill on June 11 for an evening of fun, fellowship, and philanthropy at the annual Bolita, Bites & Brews fundraiser. The event brought together guests from across the Tampa Bay area to raise funds for the Dr. Kristine Bennett, Ed.D. Honorary Scholarship, which supports deserving students throughout Hillsborough County as they pursue their educational goals. Attendees enjo