Pittsfield - The Kermit Gordon Scholarships were recently awarded by Berkshire Medical Center to ten Berkshire County students enrolled in medicine, dentistry, nursing at the advanced degree level, pharmacy or health science programs.
Through the continued support and generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Gordon - longstanding donors to Berkshire Medical Center - the Berkshire County students selected this year were awarded $1,000 scholarships to begin or continue their education in the health care field.
The scholarships were awarded to:
Alana Belfield, a 2001 graduate of Williams College currently attending New York University School of Medicine Belfield is interested in pursuing a career in Opthalmology and is the daughter of Allan and Lynda Belfield of Cheshire. This is Belfield's second Kermit Gordon Scholarship.
Joanna Bort, a previous recipient of a Kermit Gordon Scholarship is entering her senior year at Salve Regina University, majoring in nursing. She is a graduate of Lee High School and is the daughter of Kathleen Bort of Lee.
Kristin Gajda, a graduate of Hoosac Valley High School is entering the nursing program at Worcester State College this fall. She is the daughter of Gary and Cindy Gajda of Cheshire.
Kristin Kellogg is entering her third year at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and is a past recipient of a Kermit Gordon Scholarship. Kellogg plans to practice rural medicine, possibly in the Berkshires. She was the Valedictorian at Wahconah Regional High School and is the daughter of Cheryl and Brian Kellogg of Peru.
Hannah Menard, a graduate of St. Joseph's High School, is entering the University of Rhode Island, majoring in nursing. She is the daughter of Lisa Wetherell and Donald Menard of Pittsfield.
Erin Michaels is entering her second year at The College of St. Rose, studying for a graduate degree in Communication Disorders. She received a bachelor's degree from Nazareth College and is the daughter of Beverly Kellar and William Michaels of Pittsfield.
Amy Szukala has been attending Sacred Heart College, and is transferring to Elms College this fall, where she will study nursing. A graduate of Wahconah Regional High School, she is the daughter of Gwen and Robert Szukala of Pittsfield.
Shanleigh Williams recently graduated from Pittsfield High School and will be entering Seton Hall University this fall to study Physical Therapy. She will pursue a doctorate in the field. She is the daughter of Linda and Parry Williams of Pittsfield.
Paula Winters recently graduated from Pittsfield High School and is entering Quinnipiac University this fall, studying Physical Therapy. She is especially interested in the area of Pediatric Physical Therapy. She is the daughter of Paul Winters and Christine Thomson-Craw of Pittsfield.
Christine Wood will enter Roberts Wesleyan College this fall to pursue a degree in nursing. She is a recent graduate of Wahconah Regional High School and hopes to enter the United States Air Force and serve as a flight nurse. She is the daughter of Charles and Tina Wood of Peru.
The Kermit Gordon Scholarship Fund at Berkshire Medical Center was created by Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Gordon in 1985 for students with financial need who plan to enter the health care field. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need, superior academic performance, commitment to a chosen field and potential for success.
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Winter Storm Warning Issued for Berkshires
Another snowstorm is expected to move through the region overnight on Friday, bringing 5 to 8 inches of snow. This is updated from Thursday's winter weather advisory.
The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has posted a winter storm warning for all of Berkshire County and parts of eastern New York State beginning Friday at 4 p.m. through Saturday at 1 p.m.
The region could see heavy to moderate snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour overnight, tapering off Saturday morning to flurries.
Drivers should exercise caution on Friday night and Saturday morning, as travel conditions may be hazardous.
Saturday night should be clear and calm, but warming temperatures means freezing rain Sunday night and rain through Monday with highs in the 40s. The forecast isn't much better through the week as temperatures dip back into the teens with New Year's Eve looking cloudy and frigid.
Many homeowners are showing their holiday spirit by decorating their houses. We asked for submissions so those in the community can check out these fanciful lights and decor when they're out.
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