TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Education Fund & Scholarship Program

Our commitment is to continue to “give back” by supporting and promoting advancements in healthcare and education for those with whom we share our beautiful region.

The Dr. William B. Jackson Scholarship Fund

Background and Purpose

TRA Medical Imaging is proud to have over 100 years of experience delivering the highest quality medical imaging services to the community. The TRA Medical Imaging Foundation, a nonprofit entity, was created with the mission and vision to be an exemplary community partner in promoting better health and wellbeing now and for future generations. The TRA Medical Imaging Foundation serves to promote Imaging Sciences as a career choice for better health and wellbeing by advancing access to medical imaging services and workforce development opportunities. TRA’s Medical Imaging Foundation’s Education Fund provides financial support to individuals interested in developing their career in Imaging Sciences through scholarships, mentorship, job shadowing, and residency opportunities.

Honoring Dr. William B. Jackson and his legacy (April 29, 1936-February 4, 2023), the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Education Fund has been named in his honor, The Dr. William B. Jackson Scholarship Fund.

Inclusion and Diversity

TRA Medical Imaging Foundation is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or any other status prohibited by applicable law.

Current Scholarship Opportunities

The TRA Medical Imaging Foundation's Scholarship Program for first-year students enrolled in the Radiologic Sciences Program at Tacoma Community College:

Financial awards up to $10,000 for first-year students enrolled in the Radiologic Sciences Program. These funds are provided over the course of the program and are contingent on meeting expectations of the school, maintaining a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and participating in the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Mentorship Program.
Ongoing mentorship from a TRA radiologist and/or technologist to help develop key talent through career development, education, learning, and boosting engagement. Scholars are required to participate a minimum of 30 minutes monthly in the TRA Mentoring Program.
Opportunity to participate in the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Scholarship Alumni Program to help guide and support future scholars and promote Radiology Technology as a professional career.

Eligibility

The TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Scholarship is open to individuals who:

Are a first-year students who have been accepted into the Radiologic Sciences Program at Tacoma Community College.
Are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Have completed the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Scholarship application process.

Application materials include

Part 1: Biographical Information Form
Part 2: Release Authorization and
Statement of Participation Award Acceptance Policy
Part 3: 2 Essays (see application tips below)
Part 4: 2 Letters of Recommendation (see tips below)
Part 5: Scholarship Disclosure Form

Application tip: It is recommended that you prepare your essays in a Word document and save for your records, then upload to the on-line application. You must submit your application, essays and letters of recommendation at the same time. Please double-space your essay,12 pt. type, and do not exceed 500 words per essay.

Essay #1 Please discuss:

Why you are interested in becoming an Imaging Sciences Technologist.
Your personal journey and goals.
Include challenges you have faced and overcome; and accomplishments for which you are proud.

Essay #2 Please tell us:

Why you are applying to this scholarship program, considering both financial and mentorship aspects.
How being accepted would impact your ability to achieve your career goals.

Letters of Recommendation:

Two letters of recommendation are required: Letters of recommendation should be from an employer, professional associate, colleague or from current/affiliated teachers or advisors who can discuss professionalism, work ethic, learning aptitude, and can share qualities and examples that make you a strong candidate for this scholarship program.

Not accepted: Letters of recommendation from your TCC Program Director or your relatives/immediate family members will not be accepted.

Gather your 2 letters of recommendation (Word or PDF) and upload when you submit your application.) The recommendation should be completed on a separate sheet/document/letterhead and include the information below from referral:

Name of Applicant:

Name:

Address (optional):

Email:

Phone:

How long have you known the applicant?

In what capacity?

Please describe how you know this individual and why you recommend them for this scholarship consideration. Insights about their professionalism, work ethic, learning aptitude and qualities that you believe make them a strong candidate will be helpful. Examples are encouraged.

Radiologic Imaging Sciences
Scholarship Application (Fall Cohort 2024)

Schedule and Deadlines

Applications are accepted starting Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 9:00 a.m. (Pacific Time)
Applications will not be accepted after Monday, November 25, 2024, 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Award recipients will be notified via email by Friday, December 20, 2024, by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Classes resume Monday, January 6, 2025.

Acceptance Policy

Award recipients will be notified by email. Applicants not awarded a scholarship will be notified by email.

Scholars are asked to agree to have their names released publicly and to participate when possible in stewardship activities, which may involve attending events, etc. In addition, Scholars are expected to participate in the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Mentorship Program, which includes monthly/or bimonthly meetings of 30 to 60 minutes in person or via virtual.

Scholarship Renewal Criteria

To qualify for a second year of the scholarship, Scholars must show satisfactory progress toward a degree by meeting the following minimum requirements:

Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
Be consecutively enrolled in the Tacoma Community College Radiological Technologist Program.
Scholars will also be required to be actively involved in mentorship.

Submission of Materials

All application materials are to be submitted online:

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN AND WILL CLOSE NOVEMBER 25, 2024.

Questions: rcostner@trafoundation.org

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TRA Medical Imaging Foundation Education Fund & Scholarship Program​ Our commitment is to continue to “give back” by supporting and promoting advancements in healthcare and education for those with whom we share our beautiful region.