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Lantern Hill Residents Support Student Employees' Educational Goals

New Providence High School students awarded $4,000 scholarships.

from left, Lantern Hill Scholars Olivia Bethany Glenn, Landon Carter Paterson, and Jade Yu
from left, Lantern Hill Scholars Olivia Bethany Glenn, Landon Carter Paterson, and Jade Yu (Lantern Hill)

Spring has sprung—and so have the pathways to college for a number of local high school students, thanks to the Student Scholar Awards at Lantern Hill, an Erickson Senior Living-managed community in New Providence, New Jersey.

Dedicated high school student workers are being recognized and set up for success through these four-year scholarships, funded by generous donations from community residents. At an award ceremony on June 6, four student workers graduating from New Providence High School were granted scholarships through the Student Scholarship Program at Lantern Hill. Jonathan Fletcher, Olivia Bethany Glenn, Landon Carter Paterson, and Jade Yu, members of the Dining Services Department, were awarded $4,000 scholarships from the community to support their pursuit of higher education.

"Our student workers really appreciate these impactful awards. I'd like to thank the residents who contributed to the Student Scholarship Fund," says Manager of Resident Services Carla Brady.

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Fletcher is attending Kutztown University, majoring in History and continuing his interest in filmography.

Glenn will be attending the University of Colorado. She will pursue a degree in Business with a concentration in Marketing and Scientific Research. She aspires to earn a Master's degree in Health Care Management.

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Paterson looks forward to earning a bachelor's degree in Show Production from Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida. He aspires to one day be part of a large concert and music production team.

Yu will be attending the University of South Carolina. With a love of math and a passion for fashion, Jade is planning a career in Marketing.

For more information about the scholarship program and employment benefits with Lantern Hill, visit www.ericksonseniorliving.com/careers.

Lantern Hill is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) managed by Erickson Senior Living. Lantern Hill is situated on a scenic 26-acre campus in New Providence, New Jersey. The community, which is home to more than 540 residents, is served by over 370 employees. Lantern Hill is supported by National Senior Communities, Inc. (NSC), the largest independent board of CCRCs in the nation. NSC's purpose is to represent the financial interests of residents to promote the highest quality programs and services for the best possible value. Additional information can be found at www.LanternHill.com.

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