08/05/2024

Maryland State Pest Control Association Selects the 2024 Recipient of The Fred Neil Scholarship

MSPCA Member Benefit: Advancing Education for Our Members Families & Employees

The Maryland State Pest Control Association (MSPCA) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2024 Fred Neil Scholarship, Julia Lieberman. MSPCA members, employees, and their children are eligible for this annual scholarship.  

The Fred Neil Scholarship is named for Fred Neil, the former Secretary of MSPCA, former Editor of the MSPCA Newsletter, and an industry contributor who dedicated 35 years of unrelenting energy to the Association. Previously known as The Doug Sroka Scholarship, the MSPCA Board elected to rename the scholarship in honor of Fred's hard work, multi-decade contributions, and dedication. MSPCA believes in advancing education, and we want to support the hard work of MSPCA family members, or employees who are studying full-time at a college or university.

Julia Lieberman, whose father, Brett Lieberman, owns My Pest Pros, was selected to receive this scholarship award to support her education at James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, VA. As an incoming Freshman, Julia is excited to start her academic career, building the skills and expertise to support her professional goal of being a pediatric occupational therapist.

Julia shared with us the drive behind her goals, “As a leader in my school’s inclusion club, I developed friendships with my peers with disabilities. These friendships encouraged me to become a pediatric occupational therapist. I am passionate about this career choice as I will be able to assist people overcoming physical challenges or recovering from injuries.”

Upon learning of her award, Julia enthused, “I appreciate the support of the MSPCA for making my education more affordable and helping me pursue a career that will help people in our community."

MSPCA wishes Julia, a bright young scholar, the very best as she builds her knowledge to launch her career!

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