2025 Carl A. Scott Book Scholarship Winners

Tiffany Bethel

Florida International University

Tiffany recently completed her internship at Evolving Lives, a community-based organization that supports individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges.

As a social work intern, she conducted intake assessments, helped facilitate group therapy sessions and supported clients.

Her primary interests include disability advocacy, mental health, underserved communities, public health. She hopes to complete a Master's degree in social work and public health, with a goal of work in community-based settings.

 

Katrina Castellanos

San Jose State University

Katrina directed social services at 4 low-income properties across 3 California counties. She assisted adults with medical equipment, food, and case management. Katrina then went on to pursue her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) to better support vulnerable populations.

Her primary interest in social work is to help those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), while at the same time honoring and welcoming anyone who is further marginalized or on the fringes of society.