Bria Pope is a proud 2019 recipient of the Sisters Giving Back Scholarship and a dedicated advocate for community empowerment and equitable access to healthcare. A graduate of Timber Creek Regional High School, Bria continued her academic journey at Stockton University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a minor in Disability Studies in May 2023.
Driven by her passion for helping others, Bria is currently pursuing an Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree at Cedar Crest College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, with expected graduation in May 2026. During the 2023–2024 academic year, she served as Recruitment Liaison for the OTD program, interviewing prospective students and leading in-person campus tours. In this leadership role, Bria supported future healthcare professionals while strengthening her communication and mentorship skills.
Throughout her graduate training, Bria has worked with diverse populations, including children at the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown and older adults in a nursing home setting. These experiences have broadened her clinical perspective, deepened her commitment to service, and reinforced her desire to support individuals across the lifespan in achieving independence and improving quality of life.
Upon graduating, Bria plans to become a licensed Occupational Therapist, using her compassion, expertise, and community-centered mindset to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she serves. Bria embodies the spirit of Sisters Giving Back — determination, leadership, and a commitment to uplifting others.