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07-08-2025
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Bausch Health Announces 2025 Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program Winners
For the Sixth Consecutive Year, 10 Students with Gastrointestinal Disease Will Each Receive a $10,000 Scholarship LAVAL, QC / / August 7, 2025 / Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) and its gastroenterology (GI) business, Salix Pharmaceuticals ("Salix"), today announced the recipients of its 2025 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program. For the sixth year, Bausch Health is proud to award 10 deserving students living with a GI disease $10,000 each to further their higher education. "The overwhelming response to our scholarship program reflects the unwavering drive and determination of students within the GI community. These remarkable individuals refuse to let their illness define their path," said Aimee Lenar, Executive Vice President, US Pharma, Bausch Health. "Each year, we are inspired by their stories of resilience, which serve as powerful reminders of true strength. Bausch Health is proud to continue providing meaningful financial support to help ease their burden and empower their academic success." The 2025 scholarship recipients were chosen from a competitive pool of over 370 applicants. As part of the selection process, candidates submitted personal essays detailing how their gastrointestinal condition has shaped their educational journey and highlighting the support provided by their health care providers in helping them achieve their academic and personal milestones. All applications were thoroughly evaluated by an independent panel of judges. The program recognizes students across a wide range of educational pursuits, with scholarships in three categories, including the Undergraduate Scholar Awards, for those pursuing undergraduate degrees; the Graduate Scholar Awards, for those pursuing graduate degrees; and the Working and/or Single Parent's Scholar Award, for students who are working and/or single parents pursuing undergraduate, vocational/technical, or graduate degrees. This year's recipients shared powerful reflections on what Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Award means to them and how it's helping shape their academic journey. "Although my diagnosis has provided many challenges, it has ultimately fueled my desire to become a physician. I have found a passion for helping others, and I plan to become a pediatric gastroenterologist," said Alexis Weary, a scholarship recipient. "I truly appreciate the company for their work in gastrointestinal healthcare and for providing me with this scholarship to help me turn my dreams into a reality." Another scholarship recipient, Samantha Smith said, "This scholarship affirms my belief that chronic illness can be a source of resilience and innovation. I'm deeply grateful to Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program for empowering me to continue advocating for inclusive policy reformation." Their words reflect the heart of the program-empowering students to pursue their goals with confidence, support, and pride. Bausch Health's 2025 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program recipients are: Undergraduate Scholar Awards Krish Desai - University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) Maya Fischler - Brown University Annie Jones - Colorado State University Ethan Leicht - Louisville State University Maggie Schaefer - Creighton University Keaton Van Nostrand - Florida State University Graduate Scholar Awards Kunika Chahal - SUNY Downstate College of Medicine Samantha Smith - Harvard Business School Alexis Weary - Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine Working and/or Single Parent's Scholar Award Miriam McCarter - Brigham Young University Law School To learn more about Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program, visit or visit About Bausch Health Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our gastroenterology business, Salix Pharmaceuticals, is one of the largest specialty pharmaceutical businesses in the world and has licensed, developed and marketed innovative products for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases for more than 30 years. For more information about Salix, visit and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit and connect with us on LinkedIn. Investor Contact: Media Contact: Garen Sarafian Katie Savastano ir@ 877-281-6642 (toll-free) 908-569-3692 SOURCE: Bausch Health Companies Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bausch Health Announces 2025 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program
Bausch Health to Provide Scholarships to 10 Students Living with GI Diseases LAVAL, QC / / February 10, 2025 / Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) and its gastroenterology (GI) business, Salix Pharmaceuticals ("Salix"), today announced the opening of the 2025 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program application period. The program will award 10 exceptional students living with GI disease a scholarship of up to $10,000 as they work to pursue their higher education goals. "For the sixth consecutive year, Bausch Health is honored to offer The Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholarship to financially support students who are driven to persevere through their GI diseases and disorders while still exceling in their academic goals. Through this scholarship program, Salix is able to uphold our commitment to support GI patients and make a difference in the lives of all communities we serve," said Aimee Lenar, Executive Vice President, US Pharma, Bausch Health. Students can apply for this scholarship by completing the online application, submitting letters of reference, and writing an essay on the impact having a diagnosed GI condition has had on their life and the role that a health care provider played in helping to manage their condition. Scholarships are offered to school applicants or current attendees of a two- or four-year college, university, or an advanced (post-high school) vocational or technical school for the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are available in the following categories: Undergraduate Scholar Awards for students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Graduate Scholar Awards for students pursuing graduate degrees. Working and/or Single Parents Scholar Award for students who are working parents and/or single parents pursuing undergraduate, vocational/technical, or graduate degrees. The application period for the Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program will close on May 5, 2025, and scholarship recipients will be notified in the summer of 2025. To learn more about the scholarship, including eligibility criteria, terms and conditions, please visit About Bausch HealthBausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our gastroenterology business, Salix Pharmaceuticals, is one of the largest specialty pharmaceutical businesses in the world and has licensed, developed and marketed innovative products for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases for more than 30 years. For more information about Salix, visit and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit and connect with us on LinkedIn ©2025 Salix Pharmaceuticals or its affiliates. Investor Contact: Garen Sarafian ir@ (toll-free) Media Contact:Katie 569-3692 SOURCE: Bausch Health Companies Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
