FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 21, 2008
For More Information Contact:
Jane Briggs or Jonathan Burman at (518) 474-1201
Internet: http://www.nysed.gov
The State Education Department has awarded the 2008 Marge A. Tierney Scholarship Award to Ms. Lynn Gorczyca of Irving, NY. Ms. Gorczyca is a graduate student in the Rehabilitation Counseling program at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
This scholarship was established in memory of Marge A. Tierney, a State Education Department employee whose career in vocational rehabilitation spanned 33 years. Marge was a leader in the field of rehabilitation and a strong advocate for people with disabilities. Her career was dedicated to the development of quality services aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Under Marge’s leadership as the Director of District Office Administration from 1999-2003, 63,313 individuals with disabilities were placed in jobs. To honor Marge’s achievements and dedication, one student is selected each year to receive the scholarship to help defray the costs of tuition, books, and other college-related expenses.
Ms. Gorczyca has been involved in the field of rehabilitation for about five years, and has worked with people with developmental disabilities, addictions, and with students with disabilities transitioning from high school into the community to continue their education or enter employment. She recognizes how critical this support is, and is passionate about her work. Ms. Gorczyca believes in the value of meaningful employment, and hopes to continue to work in this field.
Recipients of the Marge A. Tierney Scholarship Award receive a citation and $1,000 check.
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