2026 Health Science Achievement Alumni Award

Health Science Achievement Alumni Award
Individuals who previously received the TCWD Health Science Achievement Award (formerly the MLVC Award) are invited to apply for the Alumni Health Science Achievement Award. Alumni recipients will receive a $2,000 award, with no restrictions on how the funds may be used.The Alumni Award is available only the year immediately following a student’s initial Health Science Achievement Award and is designed to encourage continued enrollment in post-secondary healthcare programs, including training programs, certificates, and degree pathways.

The 2026 Alumni Award application window is open from January 12 through March 20, 2026.

This award supports Tennessee students as they continue working toward a career in healthcare.
Personal and High School Education Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
High School Name*
High School Graduation Date:*

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High School Address: *

Street Address

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Postal / Zip Code
High School County *
Post-Secondary Education
Please list the institution that you are currently attending. *
Example: University of Tennessee Martin
County of institution *
Please list the type of training, certificate, degree, or post-secondary program you are enrolled in:*
Example: Medicine, Nursing, Respiratory Care
Acceptance letter to training, certification, degree, or post-secondary program*

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Personal Statement
Please write a short personal statement (1–2 paragraphs) that answers the questions below:
- Why are you passionate about a career in health care?
- When did you first realize health care was the right path for you?
- How do you plan to use your post-secondary education after you graduate?
- How do you hope to make a positive impact in communities across Tennessee?
We love highlighting student stories from across Tennessee on our Pathways webpage, The Current. If your story is selected, we will share your photo, school, and intended health care career to inspire other students.

Please upload your personal statement and a photo of yourself below. Choose a clear, appropriate photo of you only (such as a senior portrait or school photo).
Personal Statement and Photo *

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TCWD Photo Release
I hereby grant permission to Tennessee Center for Health Workforce Development (TCWD), an operating subsidiary of the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA),

(a) to use photographs and/or video recordings taken of me or provided by me for use in publications such as marketing brochures, newsletters, and presentations, including, but not limited to, Power Point presentations at
THA and TCWD and related meetings,

(b) to use the photographs on display boards,

(c) to use such photographs in electronic versions of the same publications or on TCWD web sites or other electronic forms or media, and

(d) to offer them for use or distribution in other non-TCWD publications, electronic or otherwise, without notifying me or my parent or guardian.

I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs or printed or electronic matter that may be used in conjunction with them now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown, and I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the photograph. TCWD owns all rights, title, and interest in the photographs and video recordings and publications thereof. TCWD may use my name and image in publications and other appropriate media outlets. TCWD shall not be responsible for unauthorized misuse of my name or image by third parties.

It is my further understanding that TCWD and THA shall have no liability relative to my participation This is my WHY... campaign, featured on The Current.

Students over 18 years of age or older may sign the form—those under 18 will need parental approval.

I am competent to contract in my own name. I have read this release before signing below, and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release.
Name of participant
I am competent to contract in my own name. I have read this release before signing below, and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release.

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Student signature (if 18 or above)
I am the parent or guardian of the applicant stated above. I have read this release before signing below, and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release.

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Parent or guardian signature (required if not 18 or above)
Transcripts and Letter of Recommendation
Current Transcripts*

Please upload official PDF file of transcripts- do not upload a screenshot or picture of document.
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Letter of Recommendation*

PDF or Word document preferred
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Health Science Achievement Alumni Award

Personal and High School Education Information

Post-Secondary Education

Personal Statement

TCWD Photo Release

Transcripts and Letter of Recommendation