York Hospital Announces Carroll Family & Michael C. Rossiter Volunteer Scholarship Recipients

The Carroll Family & Michael C. Rossiter Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Sylvester and Ruth Carroll, and the enduring legacy of their daughter, Patricia “Pat” Rossiter of York Beach, Maine. Pat, who sadly passed away this year, created the scholarship to recognize students who exemplify the values her parents held dear—strength of character, determination, and a sincere commitment to serving others. These, she believed, are not only the cornerstone of individual success but the building blocks of a thriving community.

Each year, this scholarship is awarded to York Hospital student volunteers who demonstrate those same ideals. To be eligible, students must have contributed at least 50 hours of service to York Hospital and be active volunteers at the time of application—just the beginning of what sets these recipients apart.

We are proud to introduce this year’s exceptional scholarship recipients:

Chase Dolan, graduate and valedictorian of York High School’s Class of 2025 will attend Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., where he will major in biomedical engineering.

From folding hospital gowns to studying the complex workings of the human body, Chase has always been driven by a fascination with systems—both mechanical and biological. As a dedicated volunteer in the York Hospital Emergency Department, he gained firsthand insight into the quick pace and unpredictable nature of health care. His experiences there have deepened his resolve to pursue a career in medicine, with aspirations to attend medical school and specialize in anesthesiology.

Chase balanced his rigorous academic schedule with a variety of enriching pursuits. A recipient of the Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and the Global Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish, he also served as captain of the Math Team, editor of the school newspaper, and co-leader of the Civil Rights Team. Outside of school, Chase has cultivated his artistic talents as a classical pianist and acoustic guitarist throughout all four years of high school.

“Service before self means serving others selflessly in the pursuit of contributing to something greater, putting the needs of others above one’s own,” Chase explains. He lived these words in his hospital volunteer role, where he supported emergency staff by prepping rooms, transporting lab work, and offering a helping hand wherever needed. ER staff praised him as a quick learner and self-starter, noting his professionalism and eagerness to grow.

Chase’s school counselor described his high school journey as “nothing short of inspiring,” highlighting his unmatched curiosity, intellectual ambition, and remarkable balance between academic and artistic pursuits. His participation in the National Student Leadership Conference for Medicine & Healthcare at Yale University and the Consider Engineering Program at the University of Maine, further illustrates his commitment to personal and professional growth.

Another graduate of York High School’s Class of 2025, Bradley “Brad” Carr was also chosen to receive the Carroll Family Scholarship this year. Brad will attend Gordon College in Wenham, Mass., where he plans to major in computer science with a focus on cybersecurity—an interest sparked in childhood through coding simple games and websites that strengthened through his high school years. He noted that annual volunteering at York Hospital’s 5K road race fundraiser allowed him to witness the nuances and benefits of chip-timing technology in action.

Known for his strong character, academic excellence, and commitment to service, Brad consistently made the honor roll and was named Student of the Year for Basic Adventure class. As one of just 10 seniors selected to be facilitators, Brad mentored incoming freshmen to help ease their transition into high school—an experience that reflects his deep belief in "service before self," which he believes is “the desire to make a positive impact, regardless of personal cost, and to do so with honor and empathy for others.”

Brad, soon to be a member of the Gordon College baseball team next spring, was a three-sport varsity athlete at York High School, serving as team captain in soccer, baseball, and hockey during his senior year, and earning recognition as assistant captain of the hockey team in his junior year. His leadership on the field was matched by his humility and work ethic off of it. His soccer coach shared that Brad was named the team’s “Ultimate Teammate,” its highest honor, and they even coined the phrase, “Be Like Brad” as a program goal—a testament to his integrity, intensity, and support of those around him.

Brad also supported his community in meaningful ways: working summers at the Agamenticus Yacht Club, umpiring for York Little League, helping run youth soccer clinics while also assisting with their fundraising events. At the hospital, his efforts included office support for the Community Relations & Philanthropy Office—both in person and remotely during the pandemic. Brad also helped the Dining & Nutrition team by delivering trays to inpatients. Through the latter, he learned how small acts of kindness and conversation can make a meaningful difference in someone’s day.

One of Brad’s supporters summed it up: “Brad is the epitome of a team player. He is confident and fearless enough to give everything he has without the promise of anything in return. He is an absolute force of a human being.”

With a strong sense of purpose, compassion, and a deep commitment to serving others, both Chase Dolan and Brad Carr represent the very best of their generation. The Carroll Family & Michael C. Rossiter Scholarship program is proud to support them as they continue forward on their path—where both hope to protect, uplift, and make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

About the Carroll Family & Michael C. Rossiter Scholarship:  This scholarship, awarded annually to high school seniors planning to enter an institution of higher learning and currently residing in one of York Hospital’s service areas: The Berwicks, Eliot, Kennebunk, Kittery, Lebanon, Sanford, Wells, Ogunquit, and York. All applicants must be active York Hospital volunteers and have provided a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer service. Recipients must explain how volunteering at York Hospital has made a difference in their lives and what they have learned through the experience.

For more information about volunteering at York Hospital and the Carroll Family & Michael C. Rossiter Scholarship, contact Director of Volunteer & Student Services, Kate Ford at kford@yorkhospital.com or (207) 351-2224, or visit https://www.yorkhospital.com/volunteers-and-students/.