Scholarships & Grants

Ed Yoder Memorial Scholarship

2026 applications are now open!

Yoder Ed Yoder, CRA, FAHRA, was a dedicated AHRA member who devoted years to advancing the profession and mentoring future radiology administrators. He served as a regular columnist for Radiology Management, was a member of the AHRA Board of Directors, and served as President in 2013–14. Ed was known for his commitment to service, leadership, and a love of rock-n-roll.

Ed lost his battle with cancer in 2016. The AHRA Education Foundation’s Ed Yoder Memorial Scholarship was established to honor his dedication to fostering leadership in medical imaging. Awarded annually, this scholarship provides opportunities for participants to attend the online Aspiring Leaders Program by covering registration fees.

To recognize the service of medical imaging professionals in the military, the AHRA Education Foundation Board of Directors funds two additional scholarship opportunities specifically for military recipients.

Benefits

Nine scholarships awarded for the Aspiring Leaders Online Program ($1,049 each):

  • 7 civilian scholarships
  • 2 military scholarships

Requirements

  • Military service required to receive a military scholarship
  • Must not have previously participated in or purchased the Aspiring Leaders Program

Available Scholarships per Year: 9 (7 civilian, 2 military)

Application Timeline

  • Applications Open: January
  • Applications Close: August 31

Application Form

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Past Recipients

2023:
Ashley Brown
Sara Riskey
Kisha Riggs
Chloe Wendorf, CRA

2022:
Misty Dibble
Charnaye Bosley
Mandy Robling
David Brinkley

2021:
Erica Babinski
Maureen Pawelkowski
Elissa Almeter
Bridget Hill, CRA
Amanda Robertson

2020:
Jennifer Cupp

2017:
Maribel Tharp 
Brenda Heideman 
Jose Meza 
Shelley Wells 
Mary Kingsmore 

2016:
Joanne Henning
Chris Mattingly
Michelle Shiflett
Lindsey Renner
Jacqueline Jones