NASP Scholarships

Each year, NASP honors the memory of Ron Bookman, an industry leader, influencer and powerful mentor, and recognizes four exemplary students for their academic achievement, commitment to serving others, strong work ethic, and leadership qualities.

These non-renewable scholarships, each in the amount of $2,500, may be used for tuition, fees, and/or books. College students from all fields of study are encouraged to apply.

Application submissions for the 2025 scholarships closed June 10.

Congratulations! Four deserving students have been awarded 2024 scholarships!

After carefully evaluating the candidates, the 2024 application submission period has ended, and the winners have been announced! They are:

• Elizabeth Doucet from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy
• Jenny Nguyen from the University of California, Irvine School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Kaitlin Jacobwith from the University of Mississippi
• Lauren Moy from the University of Illinois Chicago College of Pharmacy

Scholarship recipients were announced at the NASP 2024 Annual Meeting & Expo on Wednesday, October 9 at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN.

We are extremely grateful to Onco360 Oncology Pharmacy and ConnectMed360 for their continued financial support of this program.

Eligibility Criteria

The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) Ron Bookman Scholarship program was created in memory of our beloved friend and colleague, Ron Bookman.

Four non-renewable scholarships in the amount of $2,500 are awarded each year and may be used for tuition, fees, and/or books. College students from all fields of study are encouraged to apply. Each year, the scholarships are awarded to students for their academic achievement, a commitment to serving others, a strong work ethic, and leadership qualities.

Applicants must be:

• Enrolled in a U.S. accredited college/university and attending full-time. Applicants must currently be enrolled and completing their freshman/1st year or above.
• A U.S. citizen.
• Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• A student member of NASP in good standing. If not a student member of NASP, a letter of nomination must be submitted from an NASP member in good standing, signed and submitted by the NASP member. 

Submission Requirements

NASP members in good standing may submit student nominations.

• The annual deadline for nominations varies but is typically in mid-July.
• Nomination requirements:
  • Completed applications.
  • A letter of nomination from a NASP member in good standing, signed and submitted by the NASP member (must be signed by the NASP member and include phone number and email address).
  • A letter of recommendation from a non-relative (must be signed by the non-relative and include phone number and email address), Please note: The letter of nomination from a NASP member in good standing and the letter of recommendation from a non-relative must be submitted by different individuals. They cannot be provided by the same person.
  • CV/resume.
  • Submission of transcript/verification of GPA.
  • An essay written by the student which includes:
    • Academic and career goals and plans to achieve them.
    • Life experiences that have shaped who you are today and any challenges you have overcome in achieving your education (i.e., financial, personal, medical, etc.)
    • Any honors or awards received.
    • Demonstration of the scholarship qualities listed below.

Scholarship Qualities

The NASP Ron Bookman Memorial scholarship honors the memory of Ron Bookman, an industry leader and influencer with unique qualities and values. Ron was a powerful mentor, and he was committed to lifelong learning dedicated to helping others find success and gratification in their life and careers.
Strong applicants possess these Ron Bookman-like qualities and their essay reflects how they demonstrate these qualities in every day life:

• Demonstrate a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society both present and future.
• Be involved in a balance of community, school, and work activities.
• Demonstrate industry involvement.
• Pursue goals and aspirations with integrity, resolution, self-discipline, and judgment.
• Demonstrate leadership characteristics and/or assumed leadership positions that elevate the industry and desired profession.
• Demonstrate honesty. Be straightforward and trustworthy in all of your interactions, relationships, and thoughts.
• Be responsible and accept accountability for your behavior and choices.
• Offer respect as a sign of your value and your ability to accept the inherent flaws we all possess.
• Possess humility and gratitude. Express gratitude for all that you have as opposed to expecting or believing you deserve more.
• Strive to make decisions and take actions that are fair and will result in the best possible outcome for all involved.
• Be authentic and self-aware. Be your real and true self without pretension.
• Be kind, considerate, conscientious, and helpful.

Scholarship Administration

The NASP Ron Bookman Scholarship Program is administered by a Scholarship Committee comprised of NASP members and staff. The committee provides fiduciary oversight, establishes the scholarship criteria, reviews nominations, and selects scholarship recipients. 

For questions, please email scholarships@naspnet.org.