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ScholarshipsWith grateful thanks to the generous donors who believe so wholeheartedly in the mission of AATH, we are delighted to provide these Scholarships. You may apply for up to three scholarships, but may only receive one award. If you want your application to be considered for several scholarships, please indicate this in the first paragraph of your email submission. Preference is given to AATH members. *Scholarships are for Conference Registration or Humor Academy Registration. Application for scholarships will be accepted from August 31 through October 31, 2017, for the 2018 AATH Conference and Humor Academy. For scholarship questions, contact AATH Scholarship co-chair, Deb Price, at debprice615@gmail.com
2018 Scholarships
New! THE STEVE WILSON CERTIFIED LAUGHTER LEADER SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Eligibility: The Steve Wilson Certified Laughter Leader scholarship is for any current Certified Laughter Leader (CLL), CLL-E or CLL Trailblazer who wants to add value to their own CLL practice, and further their education and application of therapeutic laughter and humor. This scholarship can add to the World Laughter Tour Grand Vision: Together we can lead the world to health, happiness and peace through laughter. The scholarship recipient should be willing to write a summary of AATH conference keynotes and breakout sessions attended at the conclusion of the conference. This scholarship is for AATH conference registration conference only. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing how you are currently using Certified Laughter Leader Guiding Principles in your life and in application: Service, Spirituality, Community, Accuracy (about science and studies), and Value.
THE ESTHER & JACK HYATT "SENIOR CARE" SCHOLARSHIP
In Honor Of: The Esther and Jack Hyatt “Senior Care” scholarship is given in honor and memory of Esther Hyatt, devoted AATH member, who demonstrated good humor, grace, verve and a spirit of determination in the face of life's many challenges. Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship is for either This scholarship is for AATH conference registration conference only. Applicants are to submit responses (up to 250 words per question) to the following: For the Senior Caregiver applicant: PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE COVEY HEALTHY HUMOR IN MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
The Covey Healthy Humor in Medicine scholarship is for a Medical Resident or Medical Student who would like to learn more about the benefits and use of therapeutic humor in health care. This scholarship is for AATH conference registration only. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing why you would like to learn more about the use of therapeutic humor in the medical field. PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE WILLIAM (BILL) FRY HUMOR ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship pays for one year of the AATH Humor Academy only. Scholarship Eligibility: The William (Bill) Fry Humor Academy scholarship is for a Humor Academy member interested in pursuing research in the science of humor. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing how you:
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THE BETH USHER HUMOR ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by Beth Usher and her family. Scholarship Eligibility: The Beth “BE THeHappiest” scholarship is awarded to an individual who aspires to attend the AATH Humor Academy and who has faced life's challenges with humor, optimism and compassion for others. This scholarship is for $350.00 for the first year of AATH's Humor Academy. Applicants will submit a essay (up to 250 words) describing how humor has helped you overcome challenges in your life and how you use humor to help others. PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE JOYCE AND SOL SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for one conference registration only. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) explaining why using humor is an important component for teaching exceptional children.
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CANCER TREATMENT CENTERS OF AMERICA (CTCA) SCHOLARSHIPS
Applicants are to submit a one-page essay indicating the scholarship for which they are applying, whether they are applying for Conference Registration only, or Conference and Humor Academy Registration and if they are a member of AATH. Essays should include why the individual is interested in the scholarship, and how they anticipate their attendance at the Conference/participation in the Humor Academy will benefit them, either personally or professionally, following their time in San Diego. Scholarships will be awarded in one or more of the following categories: a) CTCA “Medical Classroom” Scholarship: Awarded to an Educator currently involved in creating humor interventions for patients. b) CTCA “Oncology Patient/Survivor” Scholarship: Awarded to a current oncology patient or cancer survivor who uses humor to positively impact his/her own well being and that of those around them. c) CTCA “Practitioner” Scholarship: Awarded to a current oncology healthcare practitioner (doctor, nurse, therapist, social worker, etc.) who uses humor to create positive interventions for the patients and/or staff around them. d) CTCA “Stellar Volunteer” Scholarship: Awarded to an AATH volunteer who has provided enthusiastic leadership to the organization over several years. PAST RECIPIENTS:
ED DUNKELBLAU SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for conference registration only. Scholarship Eligibility: The Ed Dunkelblau Scholarship is awarded to a practitioner of color, or researcher, interested in the cultural or scientific applications of therapeutic humor. Applicants will submit an an essay (up to 250 words) demonstrating your interest in therapeutic humor, documenting your work in the field of therapeutic humor, and expressing your awareness of the mission of AATH. PAST RECIPIENTS:
PATTY WOOTEN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for conference registration only. Scholarship Eligibility: The Patty Wooten Scholarship is awarded to a nurse who is currently involved in creating humor interventions that are being used in a therapeutic manner for patients, family and/or staff. Applicants must be a nurse- R.N., L.P.N., L.V.N., or C.N.A. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing how you perceive humor to be therapeutic and how your work, program, or intervention efforts have benefited patients, family, or staff. PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE MARGIE KLEIN “PAPER PLATE" SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for the conference registration only. Scholarship Eligibility: Applicants will must submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing how humor helped you in work-related situations. Examples can come from the corporate world, the nonprofit arena, or the self-employed. If possible, please provide at least three examples. Judges will use the following three categories to rate each submission:
WHY PAPER PLATES? After her two sons were on their own, Margie got a job at a major household appliance company. As a customer service representative, she got a call from a socialite who complained that she was having an important dinner that night and her dishwasher, with all her dishes in it, was not working. The woman insisted that a repairman be sent immediately. Margie told the irate customer that it was impossible; the repairman would be there in the morning. The woman then shouted, “And what am I supposed to do? I have twelve people coming for dinner tonight and I don't have a clean plate in the house.” Margie calmly replied: “Use paper plates.” That was her first and last day on the job. PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE LENNY RAVICH "SHALOM" SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Eligibility: The Lenny Ravich scholarship is awarded to an individual whose work in humor and laughter clearly and tangibly demonstrates a commitment to world peace. This scholarship is for conference registration plus an additional $100 presented on site (in US funds) to help offset other travel costs. Applicants are to submit essay answers (up to 250 words each) to four questions:
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THE KNOX FAMILY HUMOR FOR PEACE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by AATH past president Jill Knox and her family. Scholarship Eligibility: The Knox Family Humor for Peace scholarship is awarded to an individual who is involved in the practice of humor in order to promote peace, either locally or globally. The scholarship is for one conference registration and one Humor Academy registration. Applicants will submit an essay (250 words or less) answering the following questions:
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THE DAVE FAMILY "HUMOR STUDIES" SCHOLARSHIP
The Dave Family "Humor Studies" Scholarship was created by past AATH president Lenny Dave and family to help cultivate new AATH members. Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship is awarded to a college student pursuing humor and laughter studies with the intent on entering the field of applied or therapeutic humor. Priority is given to applicants entering colleges and universities in the United States. This scholarship is for conference registration only. Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) answering the following questions:
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ENID SCHWARTZ HUMOR ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for one Humor Academy registration. Scholarship Eligibility: Applicants will submit an essay (up to 250 words) describing your interest in humor studies, your personal goals, your volunteerism, and leadership. Review the mission of AATH and describe how your work aligns with the AATH mission. PAST RECIPIENTS:
Past Scholarships Offered and their recipients:THE BARB AND DANNY DONUTS "BEAM OF L.I.G.H.T." SCHOLARSHIP PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE RED SKELTON "CARING CLOWN" SCHOLARSHIP PAST RECIPIENTS:
STEVE AND BARBARA GRAPSTEIN HA SCHOLARSHIPS PAST RECIPIENTS:
THE BARBARA MILLER EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIPPAST RECIPIENTS:
THE COMEDY CURES "SURVIVOR" SCHOLARSHIP:
THE COMEDY CURES "CAREGIVER" SCHOLARSHIP:
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In Honor Of: This scholarship is given in honor of Steve Wilson, senior core professional and devoted AATH member, psychologist and self-proclaimed “Joyologist,” 1998 founder of the Would laughter Tour.
Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship was created by AATH member Dwayna Covey, M. Ed., founder of New Season Coaching.
In Honor Of: Dr. William (Bill) Fry, devoted AATH member, humor researcher renowned for his generosity and approachability. Bill Fry constantly sought ways to make himself available to new researchers, enthusiasts, and all friends of humor. Before email, he sent articles he wrote by U.S. Mail, without any commercials or expectation of being paid for sharing his expertise. He also approached the exploration of humor as also a form of play, so the humor wasn't lost in the science.
Scholarship Eligibility: The Joyce and Sol Special Education scholarship is awarded to a K-12 special education teacher.
These generous CTCA scholarships will provide recipients with conference registration, as well as an opportunity to participate in the Humor Academy (HA) program, if desired by the applicant.
In Honor Of: This scholarship was created by AATH membership to honor the work, dedication, commitment and contribution to AATH and the field of therapeutic humor by our past conference chair, Ed Dunkelblau.
In Honor Of: The Patty Wooten scholarship was created by AATH members to honor the work, dedication, commitment and contribution to AATH and the field of therapeutic humor by our past conference chair, Patty Wooten.
In Honor Of: This scholarship is named in loving memory after Margie Klein, the mother of Allen Klein, 2005/2006 president of AATH. Throughout the 95-plus-years of her life, Allen's mother continually used her sense of humor and was inspirational in Allen's teaching others about the power of humor.
Created by Lenny Ravich, Director of the Gestalt Institute of Tel Aviv.
In Honor Of: The Enid Schwartz Humor Academy scholarship was created by AATH members to honor the work, dedication, commitment and contribution to AATH by Enid Schwartz, nursing professor and humorist.
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