Bolt For Becky 5K Honors Fallen EMT, RCBC Alum

The second annual Bolt for Becky 5K race in memory of Rowan College at Burlington County alum, firefighter, EMT and paramedic Rebecca “Becky” Scott is set for next weekend. The race, sponsored by the college and the Scott family, is set for Sunday, April 29, at the college’s Mount Laurel Campus.

“The dedicated first responders in our community are there for us when we need them the most,” Burlington County Freeholder Deputy Director Linda Hughes, who serves as the college’s liaison, said. “While we may have lost Becky too soon, her legacy will live on through her family and their foundation scholarship for aspiring paramedics who will follow in her footsteps.”

Scott was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer at the age of 27. She went through numerous rounds of chemotherapy, clinical trials and harsh treatments, but she also continued to work full-time as as an EMT and paramedic. She battled cancer for 18 months. Her last day of work was 12 days before her passing on Oct. 27, 2015, according to the college.

All proceeds from Bolt for Becky will benefit The Rebecca Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund for students enrolled in the Virtua Paramedic Science program at Rowan College at Burlington County.

“Becky was dedicated to her career and continued to save lives despite fighting for her own life after being diagnosed with breast cancer,” Becky’s father Bill Scott said. “This scholarship brings honor to Becky’s memory and supports other students who will follow in her footsteps, by selflessly dedicating their careers to caring for others.”

“Becky’s legacy lives on through this scholarship at RCBC. We are honored that her family chose to remember her this way,” RCBC Foundation Board Chair Henry Gosik said. “Although she is no longer here, Becky continues to positively change the lives of others and that is a beautiful gift.”

Bolt for Becky includes a 5K run and a one-mile walk. The races start at 9 a.m.on April 29. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. in the Student Success Center. Online registration is also available. There are discounts for Rowan College at Burlington County alumni and first responders. To register and for more information, visit rcbc.edu/foundation.

The attached image was provided by Rowan College at Burlington County.