Carey Gabay
The State University of New York is now
accepting applications for the Carey Gabay Scholarship Program. This
scholarship was announced by Governor Cuomo last year in honor of Carey
Gabay, an attorney and public servant, who was tragically killed as an
innocent victim of gun violence in October at the age of 43. This
program will provide full-ride scholarships to five incoming SUNY
students who exemplify Carey’s commitment to social justice, leadership,
and mentoring, as well as his personal story of succeeding academically
despite having an economically disadvantaged background.
“Carey was the perfect example of how hard
work and service to others can make a difference in life. He could have
done anything and yet, and chose to take his success and use it to give
back to his community,” said Governor Cuomo.
“We remember Carey in the work that we do every day to improve the
lives of New Yorkers, and we hope that these scholarships will help
other young people change the world through public service. Carey proved
that, when given the opportunity to succeed, anything is possible, so I
encourage eligible students to apply for these scholarships and help us
continue to build a better state for all.”
Carey grew up living in public housing and
attending public school in the Bronx. After a successful high school
career, he went on to graduate from Harvard University and Harvard Law
School. He had a longstanding commitment to public service and giving
back those around him, and while at Harvard University, he ran to become
the president of his undergraduate student body. More recently, he
worked tirelessly in public service, first as an Assistant Counsel to
Governor Cuomo and later as First Deputy Counsel for the Empire State
Development Corporation.
The Carey Gabay Scholarship Program will
annually award full-ride scholarships to five students to attend
four-year SUNY colleges beginning in the 2016-17 school year. These
scholarships will cover all costs of attendance, including tuition, room
and board, college fees, books and supplies, and transportation and
personal expenses. Applications are available here, and are due on March 15, 2016.
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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