Giving Thanks: Scholarship Helps Biology Major Reach Dream of Becoming a Physician

This January, members of our Fulbright College Family are kicking off the new year by sharing expressions of gratitude, letters of thanks and their appreciation for those who have helped make their educational journey possible. 

Meet Angelina Ke, who thanks to the Paul and Beth Gaylo Scholarship, is one step closer to her dream of heading to medical school to become a physician with a focus on the humanistic perspective of healthcare.

Paul and Beth Gaylo Scholarship Recipient Angelina Ke

Name: Angelina Ke
Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas
Graduation: 2025
Major(s)/Minor(s): Majoring in Biology with a minor in Medical Humanities

Activities and Interests: I am participating in a research lab that is going to contribute to my senior thesis, and I am studying the hormonal regulation mechanisms of killifish. I am also involved within my sorority, Chi Omega, offering guidance and advice to younger girls within my major and career path. During my Sunday mornings, I enjoy serving within my church’s children’s ministry, having led a group of kindergartners and first-graders over the past three years. I get the opportunity to observe the children’s development while building relationships with their families. Additionally, I am involved in the campus organization of Student Ambassadors, which includes a tour of my university campus to groups of students and/or families.

Career Aspirations: I am planning on attending medical school and have the desire to become a physician. I am currently in the process of applying!

In her own words:

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gaylo,

I hope this letter finds you well. I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for your generous contributions to the Paul and Beth Gaylo Scholarship Fund.

Your support means so much to me, and I am truly honored to be a recipient, having been given the opportunity to expand student research at my college.

I am a senior this year, hoping to complete my Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in the spring of 2025. I am also minoring in Medical Humanities as well, which offers insight into the humanistic perspective of healthcare. I have been a part of the Honors College all my undergraduate years and plan to complete my thesis defense on the current research that I have been undergoing.

I study the hormonal regulation mechanisms of killifish and how they balance water and salt within their body. Outside of the classroom, I am actively involved in Student Ambassadors, Greek life, and my church’s kids’ ministry.

As I am on the pre-medical track, I am currently applying to medical school. I aspire to become a physician in the future, and I am excited about the journey ahead.

Receiving this scholarship is a tremendous help, easing financial burdens and allowing me to focus on my studies and personal growth. As a student, I manage various expenses, including rent, bills, and sorority dues, which can be overwhelming at times.

It is a blessing to not feel as much financial stress on my shoulders, and I have you to thank. Your generosity is inspiring, and I am committed to making the most of this opportunity. Thank you once again for your kindness, encouragement, and support.

I am truly grateful for your belief in me, and I hope to honor your endowment by making a scientific impact in my community.

Warmest Regards,

Angelina Ke

For more information about the Paul and Beth Gaylo Scholarship or to make a gift to support the college’s students, faculty, or staff, please contact Fulbright College’s Office of Development and External Relations at 479-575-3712 or fulbright@uark.edu.