Congratulations, Claudia Masmitja Corujo!
FORT MYERS, FL, November 05, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc., in connection with Viles & Beckman, offers its Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship to honor Marcus Viles's commitment to bettering the world around him. This year, the scholarship selection committee chose Claudia Masmitja Corujo to carry on Marcus's legacy.
Claudio Corujo is a student at the University of Florida, majoring in Health Education and Behavior on a Pre-PA track. Her scholarship essay goes into detail about her experience as a first-generation college student with an international background. That background has shaped her perspective on community and inspired her to offer a helping hand to young people seeking support.
Corujo was born in Spain to a family with "deep Cuban roots." Her family moved to Miami when she was young, at which point they were rapidly integrated into a community that "embraced, understood, and celebrated" all of her identities. "The kindness I received during that difficult transition inspired me to one day become that source of comfort and familiarity for others," she says.
Her essay continues to elaborate on how this experience affected her desire to support the people around her. Upon going to college, Corujo joined the First-Generation Leadership Program, which connected her with other multicultural, first-generation students looking for support.
Corujo's experiences with the First-Generation Leadership Program saw her grow her personal network and find new mentorship opportunities. From 2024 to 2025, she served as the program's Head of Public Relations, intent on giving back to the institution that had helped her grow.
At the same time, she partnered with the Member Leadership Program and began working as a substitute teacher with the UF Early Childhood Collaboratory.
Corujo's consistency and determination make her the ideal candidate to carry on Marcus Viles' legacy. Her scholarship essay paints a picture of a young woman who has gone to exceptional lengths to connect with the people around her and developed a symbiotic, supportive relationship as a result.
When asked about the impact that The Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship will have on her college career, Corujo reports that the scholarship's $2,500 will help her continue to study "how economic disparities and social inequities disproportionately affect marginalized groups, especially in healthcare."
She hopes to pursue a Health Education and Behavior Combined Master's Program upon her graduation, after which she intends to work in pediatrics or neonatal care.
The scholarship selection committee with Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc., and Viles & Beckman applauds Corujo's compassion and wishes her the best of luck as she continues her studies.
About Viles & Beckman
Since 1995, Viles & Beckman, known as The 5-Star Law Firm has been helping Florida residents secure the fair personal injury settlements they deserve. Based in Fort Myers, our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to delivering a 5-Star Client Experience, where every client is treated like family, every case is fought with heart, and every result reflects our unwavering commitment to justice.
Clients who turn to Viles & Beckman in their hour of need can count on the firm to prioritize their right to the maximum possible accident compensation. Viles & Beckman attorneys go all-in on their cases, and they aren't afraid to go to trial. What's more, the team constantly strives to improve its ability to serve Floridians in need of support.
Florida residents contending with the aftermath of a personal injury accident can contact Viles & Beckman today for one-of-a-kind support and advocacy in civil court.
About Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc.
The Viles & Beckman Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to "Empowering Young Minds, Illuminating Futures" across Southwest Florida. Founded on the belief that strong communities start with opportunity, the Foundation provides scholarships, mentorship programs, and community partnerships designed to help young people reach their full potential.
From supporting local students pursuing higher education to funding educational resources and youth leadership initiatives, the Foundation's mission is simple: to create lasting change through education, empowerment, and compassion. Each program reflects the same family values that define Viles & Beckman, giving back, lifting others up, and helping build a brighter tomorrow for all.
The Foundation welcomes local businesses, educators, and community members who share this vision to join in making a difference. To learn more or get involved with upcoming programs and initiatives, please contact the Viles & Beckman Foundation and help us continue to empower the next generation of Southwest Florida leaders.
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