Norma L. Kelly
Resident Spouse Scholarship

The OMS Foundation Alliance is proud to partner with OMSNIC to welcome spouses of OMS residents to the AAOMS Annual Meeting each year. The Norma L. Kelly Resident Spouse Scholarship reimburses travel expenses up to $1,000 for spouses accompanying residents to the Annual Meeting.

Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received and are judged on merit, with preference given to spouses of residents who have applied to present at the Annual Meeting. Apply early, as Scholarships are limited.
  • Applicant must be the spouse of a junior or senior resident attending the AAOMS Annual Meeting. Preference is given to spouses of residents who have applied to present at the AAOMS Annual Meeting.
  • A narrative summary of your experience as a Kelly Scholarship awardee must be submitted to the Foundation within 30 days of your return from the Annual Meeting.
  • Detailed travel expense receipts must be submitted to the Foundation within 30 days of your return from the Annual Meeting.
  • Scholarship funds will be disbursed upon receipt/approval of these materials.

Applications are currently closed.

These scholarships are made possible

through the generous support of

Honoring the late Norma L. Kelly

Norma was a former Alliance chairwoman known for her big smile and welcoming presence. Kelly Scholarship recipients are guests of honor at all Alliance events at the Annual Meeting, where  veteran Alliance donors offer friendship, mentorship and support to these important newcomers to the OMS community.

More than

86

Kelly Scholarships have been awarded since the program began in 2008

2025 Scholarship recipients:

  • Lauren Michelle Abasheva, Lexington, KY
  • Hannah Whitlock Austin, Brandon, MS
  • Alexa Drockton, Troy, MI
  • Sara Khadra Ghouleh, Philadelphia, PA
  • Melan Hasquet, Plano, TX
  • Amber Liljenquist, Cincinnati, OH
  • Jacqueline Maasch, Hartford, CT
  • Tayla Ritchie, Hoover, AL
  • Hannah So, Cincinnati, OH
  • Yadin Teitz, Bronx, NY

I enjoyed being surrounded by people who truly understand the challenges and joys of residency. As the spouse of an OMS resident, I know how demanding these years can be, and it was uplifting to hear the stories and encouragement of others who have walked the same path. I left the meeting feeling supported, inspired and deeply thankful to be part of this network.

– Amber Liljenquist, 2025 Norma L. Kelly Scholarship recipient

The Norma Kelly Scholarship wasn’t just about facilitating my attendance; it was about creating an environment where I felt valued, supported, and part of a larger family. I left the AAOMS meeting with a heart full of gratitude and a stronger sense of belonging to this remarkable community”

– Graham Keir, 2023 Norma L. Kelly Scholarship recipient