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The University of Central Florida has confirmed that Arbo Babakhani will receive a full scholarship for the remainder of his academic career. We have successfully secured the support he earned through his actions. I will continue to monitor the final administrative processing of this grant to ensure the commitment is …

June 9, 2013

Full Scholarship for Student Hero Arbo "BK" Babakhani at UCF

Full Scholarship for Student Hero Arbo "BK" Babakhani at UCF

🏆 Won — 118 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 13 years, 4 months ago
As parent of a student at the University of Central Florida, I feel truly grateful that a very brave young man didn't flee from what could have been a horrific and tragic event. This young man stepped into the common area of his dorm room only to find his roommate wielding a gun after pulling the fire alarm with intent to massacre as many people as possible. Arbo slammed his door into his bedroom ducked behind the dresser in his room and called 911 to report the situation. The overwhelming response by emergency personnel prompted the potential gunman to abruptly terminate his plan and sadly enough take his own life. I do believe that Arbo's quick actions saved countless lives and he is extremely deserving of a full scholarship from UCF for the remainder of his years at the school.

Updates

March 24, 2013

I have finalized the formal request letter for a full scholarship and am preparing to deliver it directly to the office of the University of Central Florida president. My focus remains on securing a meeting with the administration to discuss how they intend to recognize Arbo Babakhani for his actions. I will provide a summary of their official response as soon as I receive one.

March 24, 2013

The administration has acknowledged the momentum behind our request. Legal counsel is drafting a formal presentation to deliver to the university board during their session.

Reached 100 supporters

March 24, 2013

6 Comments

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Linda Morrison
13 years ago Featured

He saved so many lives that day. The least the university can do is take the financial burden off him so he can finish his degree in peace.

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David Stevens
13 years ago Featured

Hero status. He acted fast and kept his cool. UCF should do the right thing and cover his tuition.

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Sarah Nair
13 years ago Featured

This guy is a absolute hero. UCF needs to step up and pay for his schooling after what he went through. He literally saved lives.

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Chris Chavez
13 years ago Featured

He dealt with a situation most people would freeze in. Pay for his school already UCF.

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Mike Collins
13 years ago Featured

The school should be proud to have a student like him. Give him the scholarship he earned it.

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Jessica Osborne
13 years ago Featured

So scary to even think about what could have happened. Thank god he was there. FULL SCHOLARSHIP NOW!

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