Image of Paul Jeffrey Mesbur on the left. Two quotes are included, the first reads: Receiving the Paul Jeffrey Mesbur Award was so helpful to me and allowed me to focus on my studies and my grades, and no longer need to pick up extra work shifts. Thank you. – Award Recipient. The second quote reads: I was a young mother and I have most of my adult life lived in poverty. I've faced a lot of barriers along my path and it has often been through the kindness of others along the way that some of those barriers have been removed. Thank you so much for your financial support as this is enabling me to continue my studies without financial worry or strain. – Award Recipient