In partnership with Lou Gehrig’s fraternity, Phi Delta Theta, Live Like Lou is pleased to award Lou Gehrig Memorial Scholarships for $2,130 each to ALS families in two Major League Baseball markets in conjunction with the fraternity’s Lou Gehrig Memorial Award and fourth annual MLB Lou Gehrig Day activity. Congratulations to:
Madelyne, who attends the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, was celebrated at the Atlanta Braves Lou Gehrig Day game on June 2, when Matt Olson was recognized as a finalist for the Lou Gehrig Award.
Madelyn’s father, Eric, was diagnosed with ALS in 2021 and passed away earlier this year.
Madelyn is pursuing an exercise and sports science degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. "Despite the overwhelming grief and uncertainty, these recent years have taught me a profound lesson in gratitude," shared Madelyne.
McKenna, who attends the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, was celebrated at the Atlanta Braves Lou Gehrig Day game on June 2, when Matt Olson was recognized as a finalist for the Lou Gehrig Award.
Madelyn’s father, Eric, was diagnosed with ALS in 2021 and passed away earlier this year.
McKenna is studying nursing at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She said, "It's a deliberate choice to shift my focus towards the positive, even in the face of this adversity," McKenna stated, "My aspiration is to contribute to the discovery of a cure for ALS, offering solace to other daughters and their fathers, uncles, or any family member."
Chloe, who is attending West Virginia University, was celebrated at the Cincinnati Reds Lou Gehrig Day celebration on June 9 in recognition of Hunter Greene as a finalist for the Gehrig Award. Chloe's sister, Samantha, was diagnosed with ALS in 2022.
Chloe is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Health and Well-Being at West Virginia University. After that, she plans to enter a doctoral program to become an occupational therapist. Inspired by being her sister's summer caregiver and attending her OT appointments, Chloe said, "Once I have fully completed school, I want to specialize in assistive technology, as I have recently discovered how important this is for ALS patients and others who have limited mobility."
