FRSA Educational & Research Foundation Scholarships

Desiree Alfrey
Desiree will attend Stetson University, focusing on Health Sciences. “Stetson University is a very expensive school. Receiving a scholarship will help fund my college tuition and rooming and enable me to graduate without debt.” Desiree’s parents are Walter and Renee Alfrey, Alfrey Roofing Inc., Melbourne.

Tyler Carey
Tyler will attend Harvard University, focusing on Psychology and Neuroscience. “A scholarship will help me to further my education to be able to earn my PhD. I have dreams of one day being able to help people make changes to their lives. A scholarship will allow me to achieve my goals.” Tyler is the son of Brian and Susan Pratt, Furman Insurance, Pompano Beach.

Cody Fowler
Cody will attend Stetson University, focusing on a Bachelor of Science degree. “A scholarship will allow me to continue my education at Stetson and receive my degree alongside my fellow classmates that have been my support system, without having to transfer to another school. I will maximize my college experience by expanding my volunteer opportunities and internships.” Cody’s parents are Tim and Teresa Fowler, Dal Mar Roofing Industries, Inc., South Daytona.

Ben Hellein
Rob Springer Scholarship – Ben will attend Florida State University exploring Entrepreneurial Studies as well as data and research. “Receiving a scholarship allows me to better focus on my studies.” Ben’s parents are John Hellein, FRSA Educational Foundation Director, Orlando, and Robyn Toohey.

Benjamin Hepworth
Trent Cotney Scholarship – Ben will attend the University of West Florida, focusing on Business Administration. “Receiving a scholarship will allow me to focus on pursing a degree while accruing less financial burden and debt. I would like to be financially independent from my parents and a scholarship will assist me as I transition to this next stage.” Ben’s parents are Randy and Kim Hepworth and his immediate family includes Grandfather FRSA Past President Bob Purdy, CPRC and Uncle FRSA President Adam Purdy, CPRC, Edwards Roofing Co. Inc., Pensacola.

Olivia Hepworth
Austin Ebersold Memorial Scholarship – Olivia will attend the University of Southern Mississippi, focusing on Public Health Administration. “Receiving a scholarship will allow me to focus on my studies and volleyball while I continue to pursue my education independent from my parents’ financial support or having to take out loans.” Olivia’s parents are Randy and Kim Hepworth and her immediate family includes Grandfather FRSA Past President Bob Purdy, CPRC and Uncle FRSA President Adam Purdy, CPRC, Edwards Roofing Co. Inc., Pensacola.

Rosezetta Johnson
Rosezetta will attend the University of Ft. Lauderdale, focusing on a Bachelor of Theology and Ministry degree. “A scholarship will be a big help to pay for at least one year of tuition towards my degree program.” Rosezetta works for Advanced Roofing, Inc., Ft. Lauderdale, and is the daughter of Ann Marie Longmore.

Gabriella Masso
Gabriella will attend Florida Atlantic University, focusing on Architecture. “I have never been more passionate about learning than I am now in my second year of Architecture school. Not only will a scholarship help aid the cost of tuition, but it will give me more time to focus on my educational goals, rather than working in order to pay for it.” Gabriella’s parents are Alfredo Massó, Boundless Builders, Pompano Beach, and Jeannette Massó, GP Strategies, Dallas.

Alex Robinson
Alex will attend Florida Atlantic University, focusing on Business with an emphasis on Finance and Management. “A scholarship will be a tremendous help in offsetting the financial burden of going to college. It will allow me to focus my energy on studying and my degree and to relieve some of the financial stress of earning a Master’s degree.” Alex’s parents are Richard and Lori Robinson, Crown Roofing, Sarasota.

Ashley Sexton
Ashley will attend Kirtland Community College focusing on Design and Construction. “A scholarship will provide me assistance for rent, food and tuition for school.” Ashley’s parents are Bob and Cheryl Mahoney, B & Z Custom Sheet Metal, Inc., Orlando. Bob is also an FRSA Past President.

Alyssa Sims
Alyssa will attend St. Johns River State College, focusing on Respiratory Care. “I’m trying to pay for as much of my education as possible. Receiving a scholarship and working are the main ways for me to continue.” Alyssa’s parents are Gina and Les Sims, CPRC, FRSA Secretary-Treasurer, Armstrong Roofing Inc., San Mateo, and her Grandfather is FRSA Past President Terry Turner, CPRC.

Leslie Sims
Leslie will attend Stetson University, focusing on Construction Law and Political Science. “Stetson University is a very expensive private school and a scholarship will help me pay for books and housing, so I won’t have to take out student loans.” Leslie’s parents are Gina and Les Sims, CPRC, FRSA Secretary-Treasurer, Armstrong Roofing Inc., San Mateo, and her Grandfather is FRSA Past President Terry Turner, CPRC.

Luke Stersic
Luke will attend Florida State University, focusing on Criminology. “Money from a scholarship will help me pay for college expenses from tuition to rent. I am one of four children and there will be two of us in college at the same time, so I’m trying to contribute toward the expense.” Luke’s parents are Chris and Lisa Stersic and his immediate family includes Grandfather FRSA Past President Bob Purdy, CPRC and Uncle FRSA President Adam Purdy, CPRC, Edwards Roofing Co. Inc., Pensacola.

Matthew Stersic
Matthew will attend the University of Mississippi, focusing on Accounting and Economics. “I have other siblings that are or will be attending college within the next five years and a scholarship will assist me with the significant costs of going to college out of state. I’m taking additional courses working toward a double major and plan on attending law school.” Matthew’s parents are Chris and Lisa Stersic and his immediate family includes Grandfather FRSA Past President Bob Purdy, CPRC and Uncle FRSA President Adam Purdy, CPRC, Edwards Roofing Co. Inc., Pensacola.

Christina Ufland
Tom Walker Scholarship – Christina will attend Florida Gulf Coast University focusing on Environmental Studies. “Receiving a scholarship would have a huge impact on my life. I’ve been accepted into my dream school and the only worry I have is financial. This school is far from home, so I will need housing on campus. A scholarship would allow me to continue my education without a lifetime of debt.” Christina’s parents are Chris and Susan Lee, FRSA Credit Union, Orlando, and John Ufland.