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A GateWay Community College student pursuing a career in medical imaging has been selected as a 2026 Chime Workforce Scholar, earning a scholarship that supports students preparing for careers in high-demand fields.
Logan Brophy, a Radiologic Technology student at GateWay Community College, was among 200 students nationwide recognized through the Chime Workforce Scholarship program, according to a press release.
The scholarship, funded by the Chime Scholars Foundation and administered by the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation, provides recipients with $1,000 to help cover educational expenses while completing a certificate or associate degree that prepares them to enter the workforce.
“At the Chime Scholars Foundation, we believe that career and technical education opens doors to financial progress and long-term opportunity. We’re proud to support students who are working hard to gain in-demand skills and build better futures for themselves and their families,” said Jeni Izuel, president of the Chime Scholars Foundation.
Born and raised in Spokane, Washington, Ms. Brophy moved to Arizona about 10 years ago and graduated from Mesquite High School in Gilbert. She recently began her second year in GateWay’s Radiologic Technology program.
“This semester officially marks my second year in the program,” Ms. Brophy said.
After completing the program, Ms. Brophy plans to begin working in the medical imaging field and continue her education.
“I plan to pass my licensure exam and start working as a Radiologic Technologist,” Ms. Brophy said. “Later, I hope to further my education and work as a Mammography Technologist; I believe women’s health is so important!”
The Chime Workforce Scholarship was created to support students pursuing career and technical education programs that prepare graduates for workforce needs in their communities, according to a press release. Program organizers say the initiative helps strengthen the pipeline of skilled workers in industries facing ongoing demand.
“We are thrilled to launch this new program and award hardworking students with Chime Workforce Scholarships,” said Amanda Karpinski Gorman, executive director of the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation. “These scholarships support students pursuing career and technical education at two-year colleges, and we look forward to see all they go on to accomplish.”
The scholarship program aims to help students complete their education, earn workforce credentials and enter career fields that support local economies and community needs.
