Scholar Highlight: Kamryn Dey

Kamryn D. is the daughter of U.S. Navy Lieutenant William D. She was only 1-year-old when he lost his life in an aircraft accident. “The tragedy of losing him so young is something that has always reminded me to not take life for granted, especially the little things.” As a Fallen Patriots scholarship recipient, Kamryn was given the opportunity to complete a summer internship with vineyard vines in the Customer Care department.

“While reflecting on my internship at vineyard vines, I feel honored and lucky to have had such a wonderful 10 weeks. Whether it was meeting fellow interns or having a bagel with the President, the connections I made and the ins and outs I learned are invaluable. Going forward I will be able to use this experience to leverage my resume and reflect on it for inspiration.”

Kamryn will return to Penn State University in the Fall and continue studying PR/Advertising, and International Communication. “I hope to be using my creativity every day and making a difference somehow.” Her goal is to work for an advertising firm or in the advertising department of a retail company. “When vineyard vines say ‘Every day should feel this good’ – they are talking directly about their amazing office vibe!”

There are approximately 25,000 children who have lost an active-duty parent in the military over the last 35 years. The vision of Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation is to ensure that every such child receives all necessary college funding.