Parents create ASU scholarship in honor of late son
Brandon took his own life after serving in the Navy. His mom carries his dog tag around her neck now, and his parents say he was a victim of harassment.
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Brandon took his own life after serving in the Navy. His mom carries his dog tag around her neck now, and his parents say he was a victim of harassment.
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As a result, his mom and dad created an annual scholarship giving $1,000 to help a student attend ASU's College of Health Solutions in their son's honor.
The Brandon Act requires commanders to approve requests from service members for a mental health evaluation.
Brandon Caserta took his own life in 2018 at Naval Station Norfolk. His parents say he was bullied by his squadron command. Since then, they've pushed for change.