2013 Scholarship Awards - Greater Worcester Community Foundation
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Wallace D. and Dorothy M. Andrews <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For African-American graduating seniors to study<br />
bioscience, math, physics or engineering<br />
Christiana Ampofo $1,000<br />
MA College of Liberal Arts<br />
Sandra L. Doku $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Salomey B. Frimpong $1,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Rofiyat T. Lawal $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Adolfo Arrastia Beacon of Light <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For young people involved with the <strong>Worcester</strong> Youth<br />
Center<br />
Rebecca K. Toohey $650<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Helen and Chuck Arsenault Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Leicester HS graduating seniors<br />
Erin J. Bruce $1,000<br />
University of New Hampshire<br />
Auburn Woman's Club <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For residents of Auburn<br />
Maria M. Coughlin $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Olivia M. Elsaid $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Jordan M. Forget $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
AVID North <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from North HS who participated in<br />
the AVID program for four years<br />
Brianna Donahue $500<br />
Simmons College<br />
Dennis Elroy Barry Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors to pursue a career in human,<br />
public or nonprofit services<br />
Julia M. Dalton $300<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Belmont Street <strong>Community</strong> School <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from a <strong>Worcester</strong> high school who<br />
attended Belmont Street <strong>Community</strong> School<br />
Andre De Souza Licht $450<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Loretta J. Belval <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating female students from Northbridge to<br />
pursue a career in teaching<br />
Sarah Keith $1,250<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Bruce S. Bennett Fund for <strong>Community</strong> Journalism<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For young people in the <strong>Worcester</strong> Telegram & Gazette<br />
circulation area to pursue a career in journalism<br />
Lauren E. Tuiskula $500<br />
Amherst College<br />
Mary Ann Binkoski <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from <strong>Worcester</strong> to pursue a career<br />
in teaching<br />
Fiona Mwariama $400<br />
Westfield State University<br />
Mary and John Buckley Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For financially needy Roman Catholic students from<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong><br />
Steven V. Ho $800<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
William P. and Carolyn C. Cannon <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Millbury HS<br />
Nicole T. Machacz $5,000<br />
University of Southern California<br />
Jamie A. Pelchat $5,000<br />
University of Pennsylvania<br />
The Edward Carien <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Doherty HS who will study<br />
accounting<br />
Tia M. Conteh $1,000<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
Salomey B. Frimpong $1,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
The Carrick <strong>Foundation</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For outstanding graduating seniors from Northbridge,<br />
Douglas or Uxbridge<br />
John Cotter $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Danyelle M. Doldoorian $3,000<br />
Trinity College<br />
Philippe Kelley $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Ethan M. Moon $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Andrew Reardon $3,000<br />
Harvard University<br />
Charlton Parent Teacher Organization <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Bay Path Regional Vocational<br />
Technical HS and Shepherd Hill Regional HS<br />
Gabrielle E. Bailey $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Patrick Montville $1,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Class of Tomorrow <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students who have demonstrated outstanding school<br />
leadership and/or community service<br />
Michael P. Richard $1,000<br />
Harvard University<br />
Mary Connolly Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sutton HS<br />
Rebekah A. Fairbanks $300<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Cutler Associates, Inc. <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For children of employees of Cutler Associates, Inc.<br />
Kelsey L. Hobson $1,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Lyndsey P. Letourneau $1,500<br />
American International College<br />
Taylor E. O'Brien $1,500<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
December 3rd <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For children of past or present <strong>Worcester</strong> police or<br />
firefighters<br />
Kayla M. Avedian $1,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Meghan K. Bates $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Erin J. Bruce $1,000<br />
University of New Hampshire<br />
Jessica L. Burris $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Blake Chestna $2,500<br />
Westfield State University<br />
Molly M. Cronin $4,000<br />
Unity College<br />
Naomi R. Danna $3,000<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Emily D. Dawidczyk $1,500<br />
Sacred Heart University<br />
Rachel S. Gaffney $2,000<br />
Lasell College<br />
Anthony Gingerelli $2,500<br />
Bucknell University<br />
Kayla A. Grady $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Alena M. Grilla $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Andrew D. Johnson $3,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Alexandra P. Kennedy $3,000<br />
St. Catherine University<br />
Christian Lemieux $2,000<br />
Rochester Institute of Technology<br />
Robert X. Lyons $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Michael J. McGee $4,000<br />
Saint Anselm College<br />
Kelly P. McGinn $2,000<br />
Elms College<br />
Kaitlyn D. Moran $1,500<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
Patrick Smalanskas $4,000<br />
Syracuse University<br />
Shannon A. Smith $3,000<br />
University of Vermont<br />
Michelle E. Veroneau $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Admiral and Mrs. Louis E. Denfeld <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Westborough HS<br />
Sarah Kalinowski $1,000<br />
Tufts University<br />
Santo J. and Ellen M. DiDonato Memorial<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors of Bartlett HS and Shepherd Hill<br />
Regional HS with unmet financial need<br />
Lauren M. Hughes $4,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Paige A. Lamica $4,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
John and Fran Duke <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from St. Mary's HS or South HS<br />
Elise M. Shea $500<br />
University of Southern California<br />
Richard and Carol Dymek <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Wachusett Regional HS<br />
Madhuri Garg $600<br />
Wake Forest University<br />
Joseph D. Early <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors who are residents of <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
Irina A. Jalon $350<br />
Quinsigamond Comm. College<br />
East Brookfield <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from East Brookfield<br />
Ryan K. Fahey $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Stephen G. Economos Scholar Athlete <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors who have participated in softball<br />
and will be attending a four-year college<br />
Kimberly M. Pacenka $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Jeffrey S. Edinberg Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
Daniel Adade $500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Elm Park <strong>Community</strong> School <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors who attended Elm Park<br />
<strong>Community</strong> School<br />
Luciano F. Barrera $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Mariya M. Zagalskaya $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Emanuel’s Empowerment <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students in community college, with preference to<br />
those in the QCC-WPI Partnership Program<br />
Eva Johnson $500<br />
Mt. Wachusett Comm. College<br />
John N. Engelsted <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For female graduating seniors to pursue an engineering<br />
degree<br />
Anna L. Brill $1,200<br />
University of Pennsylvania<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Fred and Leona Eppinger <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from David Prouty HS<br />
Melissa A. Sherry $1,500<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
Fairlawn <strong>Foundation</strong> Robert S. Schedin <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
for Health Studies<br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong>-area students to pursue studies in an<br />
ancillary health care field<br />
Julianna M. Coughlin $2,500<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Cortney M. Desplaines $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Nicole M. Ducharme $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Emily C. Tucker $2,500<br />
Quinsigamond Comm. College<br />
Mary R. Fedeli Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sterling<br />
Timothy P. Berry $1,000<br />
Wheaton College<br />
Abigail Gadilauskas $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
William F. McNamara $1,000<br />
Texas Christian University<br />
Elaina S. Vermeulen $1,000<br />
Elon University<br />
Norma and Saul Feingold <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> residents to attend a <strong>Worcester</strong> college<br />
Ophelia Okoh $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Finnish American Social Club <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors of Finnish descent; preference to<br />
those studying history, political science or economics<br />
Jamie L. Delaney $1,000<br />
University of New England<br />
Meredith S. K. Gibbons $1,500<br />
Clark University<br />
Deanna L. Ineson $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Elizabeth A. Patient $1,500<br />
Elms College<br />
Fitchburg Sportsmen’s Club <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For a relative of a member of the Fitchburg Sportsmen’s<br />
Club or a student pursuing a wildlife-related degree<br />
Derek N. Nikander $1,000<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Marilyn M. and Russell J. Fox <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For college students/ graduating seniors to study nursing<br />
Jamie A. Pelchat $2,000<br />
University of Pennsylvania<br />
Marilyn M. and Russell J. Fox <strong>Scholarship</strong> for Non-<br />
Traditional Students<br />
For non-traditional students to study nursing<br />
Eva Johnson $1,000<br />
Mt. Wachusett Comm. College<br />
Janet Fraser <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students from the town of Medway<br />
Connor C. Davock $2,500<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
James E. Davock $2,500<br />
Saint Joseph's University<br />
Geoffrey F. Martello $2,500<br />
Harvard University<br />
Kara E. Morgan $2,500<br />
Northeastern University<br />
John F. Freeland Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sutton HS who have a<br />
disability<br />
Rebekah A. Fairbanks $1,000<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
Friends of Rutland Heights Hospital <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students enrolled in a program leading to certification<br />
and employment in direct patient care, preferably in the<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> area<br />
Lauren M. Bleau $1,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Arianys DeJesus $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Frankie L. Mueller $500<br />
Saint Anselm College<br />
Judge William Garbose Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> County students pursuing a degree in<br />
criminal justice<br />
Dori D. Del Valle $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Isaac M. Matson $1,000<br />
Westfield State University<br />
Jeremiah Stancombe $1,000<br />
Massachusetts Maritime Academy<br />
Derek Gaudette Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from David Prouty HS<br />
Alex P. Hebert $1,000<br />
Unity College<br />
Sean O. Lammi $1,000<br />
Providence College<br />
The General <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> County residents, including "nontraditional"<br />
students, who have completed high school (or<br />
GED) and are resuming their education<br />
Kiersten E. LeMieur $1,000<br />
Liberty University<br />
Carlos A. Lopez $1,000<br />
Becker College<br />
Michelle Memnon $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Sylvia A. Parol $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Selena G. Rouillard $1,000<br />
Unity College<br />
Ariel M. Wheeler $1,000<br />
Bay Path College<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Matthew Gignac Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Blackstone Millville Regional<br />
HS<br />
Jennifer Lepage $500<br />
Becker College<br />
Matthew Osborne $500<br />
Wentworth Institute of Technology<br />
Robert P. Goulet Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Tahanto Regional HS with a<br />
record of outstanding community service<br />
Kristen M. Sauer $500<br />
Providence College<br />
Grantee Agency <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For youth who volunteer, participate in, or are employed<br />
by <strong>Worcester</strong>-area agencies receiving competitive grants<br />
from <strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
Margaret F. Kush $2,500<br />
Case Western Reserve University<br />
Michael P. Mendez $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Ross A. Morin $2,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Joshua P. Pearson $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Kayli A. Robar $2,500<br />
Salem State University<br />
Thomas H. Rose $2,500<br />
Lyndon State College<br />
Selena G. Rouillard $2,500<br />
Unity College<br />
Brian S. Vinik $2,500<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Greg's Grant <strong>Foundation</strong> Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Acton-Boxborough HS who<br />
faced adversity with courage and serenity<br />
Nicholas Hoefer $2,000<br />
SUNY - New Paltz<br />
Deirdre E. Horan $2,000<br />
Stonehill College<br />
Hayley Sweet $2,000<br />
High Point University<br />
Hannah Wiggins $2,000<br />
Tulane University<br />
The Grynsel Educational <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For youth who are actively involved with St. Luke the<br />
Evangelist Church in Westborough<br />
Kelsie M. Gould $500<br />
Boston University<br />
Emil Haddad Jazz Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For young people pursuing a career in jazz music<br />
Evan P. Kent $450<br />
New York University<br />
Alec C. Seymour $450<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Joseph F. and Claire L. Halvey <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> County graduating seniors<br />
Christopher A. Holloway $500<br />
Saint Michael’s College<br />
Marty Hastings Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For multi-sport varsity athletes from Burncoat HS<br />
Kylee M. Gosler $900<br />
University of Rhode Island<br />
The Hedin Family Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Auburn HS, with preference<br />
to those pursuing a career in teaching<br />
Ashley R. Fairbanks $1,000<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Maureen Henrickson Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sutton HS, with preference<br />
to Ms. Henrickson's former students<br />
Vivienne M. Tulloch $500<br />
University of Maine at Orono<br />
Charles Hugo <strong>Community</strong> Service Award<br />
For graduating seniors from Wachusett Regional HS who<br />
have shown a consistent volunteer effort to the<br />
Wachusett community and beyond<br />
Shannon L. Murphy $2,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Debbie Anne Johnson Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Tahanto Regional HS<br />
Molly McCarthy $1,500<br />
Becker College<br />
Jenica Lynn Junnila Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sutton HS<br />
Megan R. Fenuccio $500<br />
Roger Williams University<br />
Deborah A. Kaufman <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating <strong>Worcester</strong> public high school students who<br />
attended Grafton Street Elementary School for at least<br />
one year<br />
Farukh Kohistani $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Lawrence M. and Augusta L. Keeler <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduates of Northbridge HS or residents of the town<br />
of Northbridge<br />
Elizabeth L. Belanger $1,500<br />
Catholic University of America<br />
Khanty Daraphet $1,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Shanise M. Perez $1,500<br />
MCPHS<br />
Bradford J. Kemp <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For residents of the town of Webster<br />
Brittany L. Boyle $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Abby L. Brisbois $1,000<br />
Stonehill College<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Alicia B. Garamy $1,000<br />
Assumption College<br />
Connor Guerin $1,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Tyler D. Pietras $1,000<br />
Wheelock College<br />
Jerard R. Rice $1,500<br />
Nichols College<br />
Max H. Kuhner and Eloise A. Kuhner <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Oakham residents pursuing careers in medicine or<br />
nursing<br />
Caitlynn E. McCaffrey $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Leonard F. Leamy <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors pursuing studies in mathematics<br />
Rebecca S. Brule $3,000<br />
Gordon College<br />
Jeremiah Campanelli $500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
John J. Cotter $2,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Tiffany R. Daley $3,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Meghan T. Dwyer $1,000<br />
Assumption College<br />
Claire E. Frechette $2,000<br />
Brown University<br />
Karina Halloran $2,500<br />
Boston College<br />
Bianca S. Homberg $3,000<br />
MA Institute of Technology<br />
Samantha R. Larssen $3,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Thao T. Le $2,500<br />
Clark University<br />
Wesley L. Nelson $500<br />
Gordon College<br />
Jacqueline Ngo $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Julie E. Parretti $2,000<br />
Emmanuel College<br />
David Raevsky $3,000<br />
University of Southern California<br />
Andrew Reardon $1,000<br />
Harvard University<br />
Daniel A. R. Rodriguez $3,000<br />
University of Pennsylvania<br />
Gina M. Sheehan $3,000<br />
Stonehill College<br />
Lt. Col. Irving A. and Col. Marie C. Lepore<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors to study aerospace science or<br />
aviation, with preference to Civil Air Patrol cadets<br />
Derek Porter $1,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Leicester High School Football Alumni <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Leicester HS who played<br />
football for at least two years<br />
Derek J. Bonner $500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Leicester Samaritan Nursing Association<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Leicester residents to study a health- related field<br />
Beth L. Trucheon $1,250<br />
Boston University<br />
Leicester Savings Bank Fund <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Leicester residents<br />
Luke A. DeLaura $1,000<br />
Springfield College<br />
Julie A. Jyringi $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Monica E. Salas $1,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Mark MacPherson Lightbown Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduates of Northbridge HS to pursue education in<br />
athletics, physical education, or health sciences<br />
Dominique N. Auger $1,500<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Alyssa K. Dolson $1,500<br />
Franklin Pierce University<br />
Lindsey M. Reichert $1,500<br />
Grove City College<br />
Jarrett C. Weaner $1,500<br />
Messiah College<br />
Lincoln Village Tenant Association <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors who are residents of Lincoln<br />
Village in <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
Faustina Adams $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Mary Falby Logan and Francis Logan Jr. <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Boylston<br />
Bruno M. Souza $750<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Lunenburg Opportunity Fund <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students from the town of Lunenburg<br />
Steven M. Carpenter $2,500<br />
MA College of Liberal Arts<br />
Jordan L. Lacross $2,500<br />
Quinnipiac University<br />
Kerrie A. Pratt $2,500<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Matthew L. Pratt $2,500<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Daniel Stephen Lussier Athletic <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students studying sports medicine<br />
Eric T. Casey $500<br />
Springfield College<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
L.W.V.O. Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students of Lithuanian descent, with preference to<br />
the relatives of veterans<br />
Bridget E. Couture $2,000<br />
New England College<br />
Savannah L. Goodrich $2,000<br />
Nichols College<br />
Michael Vaitkunas $2,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Lieutenant James F. (Jay)<br />
Lyons III Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Doherty HS seniors to attend a <strong>Worcester</strong> college,<br />
preferably Clark University<br />
Elizabeth M. Bellos $2,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Emi Golloshi $2,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Sarina P. Lapin $2,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Magee Family Education Fund<br />
For students who are the first in their family to go to<br />
college<br />
Toni L. Ambrogio $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Abena A. Mensah $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
John M. Solitro $2,500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Frances F. Mansfield <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> County residents<br />
Abigail Gadilauskas $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Howard J. and Dorothy R. McGuiness <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students studying nursing at Quinsigamond<br />
<strong>Community</strong> College or <strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Tianna Fontanez $1,300<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Sanagaye K. Young $1,300<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Anthony E. Mickunas Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Norwood HS and <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
public or private high schools to pursue studies leading to<br />
a career in the health professions, with preference to<br />
students of Lithuanian descent<br />
Kylee M. Gosler $900<br />
University of Rhode Island<br />
Rachel Obeid $1,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Middlesex Savings Charitable <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors in the Middlesex Savings Bank<br />
Service area<br />
Mark Bonner $1,000<br />
Bentley University<br />
Adam Bradley $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Jaclyn Chirco $1,000<br />
Assumption College<br />
Josue Deleon $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Garrett Essman $1,000<br />
University of Vermont<br />
Aaron Febbi $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Matthew Fife $1,000<br />
Westfield State University<br />
Melanye Fontenelle $1,000<br />
Mass. Bay <strong>Community</strong> College<br />
Abigail Gay $1,000<br />
Wheelock College<br />
Amanda Harkavy $1,000<br />
Dartmouth College<br />
Madison Holland $1,000<br />
Simmons College<br />
Megan Kenney $1,000<br />
University of New England<br />
Phoebe Kurriss $1,000<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Colby Lesage $1,000<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Jacob McLinden $1,000<br />
University of New Hampshire<br />
Jonathan Montanez $1,000<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Colin Moran $1,000<br />
University of New Haven<br />
Emily Morency $1,000<br />
Elon University<br />
Katherine Nazzaro $1,000<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Jamie Park $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Morgan Parmeter $1,000<br />
Merrimack College<br />
Madeline Parsons $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Fiorella Portal-Venturi $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Gabriela Rosa $1,000<br />
Assumption College<br />
Evelyn Sainato $1,000<br />
Lasell College<br />
Timothy Sakharov $1,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Ryan Small $1,000<br />
Endicott College<br />
Jack Struck $1,000<br />
American University<br />
Scott Todd $1,000<br />
Florida Institute of Technology<br />
Julie Weinberg-Connors $1,000<br />
Beloit College<br />
Middlesex Savings Charitable <strong>Foundation</strong> James A.<br />
Lavoie <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For the winner of an essay contest run by Middlesex Bank<br />
Victoria Bernardini $5,000<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Michael Minty Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For children of current or former members of the<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Rugby Football Club<br />
Michael J. Kaczowka $250<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Samantha J. MacNeal $250<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Kristin E. Poti $250<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Patricia Proko Morris Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Wachusett Regional HS who<br />
plan to major in science<br />
Megan R. Barnes $1,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Nichols Academy <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For sophomores, juniors and seniors at Nichols College<br />
Manuela Arango-Restrepo $750<br />
Nichols College<br />
Bryanna Smith $750<br />
Nichols College<br />
Robert Van Nort $750<br />
Nichols College<br />
Nichols Academy Fels <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Webster or Dudley, with<br />
preference to those attending college in <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
County<br />
Brittany L. Boyle $1,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Matthew E. Glowacki $1,500<br />
Nichols College<br />
Judy K. Marriki $1,500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Jerard R. Rice $1,500<br />
Nichols College<br />
Arnold and Sylvia Nylund <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors of Scandinavian descent<br />
Maya Davis $350<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Sarah Daniels Pettit and William O. Pettit Jr.<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For financially needy <strong>Worcester</strong> high school graduates<br />
Nicholas A. Briggs $750<br />
Brown University<br />
Thien T. Bui $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Eric H. Diaz $2,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Julissa M. Frias Perez $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Zahra S. Khazal $2,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Tina K. Le $1,000<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Pau L. Lian $2,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Wileysha E. Rodriguez $2,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Richard W. Pierce <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students majoring in art, film or graphic design<br />
Melissa K. Ackerman $3,000<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Michaela A. Arrigo $1,000<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Taylor J. Bibaud $2,000<br />
Champlain College<br />
Laura L. Bill $1,000<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Katherine Bogosian $1,000<br />
University of New Hampshire<br />
Julian K. Cintron $1,750<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Kathryn N. Coppolino $1,500<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Emily A. Cromwell $1,500<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Chelsea M. Fairweather $1,750<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
Erin M. Farley $1,500<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Bryanna Faugno $1,750<br />
Newbury College<br />
Amber D. Garceau $1,750<br />
Southern N.H. University<br />
Amanda C. Gibson $1,500<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Nia L. Holley $1,750<br />
School of the M.F.A.<br />
Amanda R. Jones $1,750<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
Samuel J. Leveillee $500<br />
Mt. Wachusett Comm. College<br />
Kimberly A. Miller $2,000<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
Bridget E. Murphy $1,000<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Sara M. Olivieri $1,000<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Emily E. Pearce $3,000<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Jillian N. Pelto $1,000<br />
University of Maine at Orono<br />
Alexis T. Podedworny $500<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Alex D. Reinhard $500<br />
Massachusetts College of Art<br />
Alison R. Sohigian $500<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Lingxiao Song $2,000<br />
School of the Art Inst. of Chicago<br />
Arthur J. Remillard Jr. <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For African-American graduating seniors<br />
Fatoumata N. Bah $1,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Ashley N. Kemembin $1,000<br />
Temple University<br />
Saadiya U. Mutawakil $1,500<br />
Cornell University<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Ismael G. Nowick $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Barbara Marks Rothschild Arts and Education<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from the MA Academy of Math &<br />
Science to study education or art<br />
Julia S. Knowles $550<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Ida and Murray Rotman <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For children of employees of Rotman's Furniture<br />
Company and Murida Furniture Company, Inc.<br />
Jennifer A. Hubert $1,000<br />
Syracuse University<br />
Kira E. Melendez $1,000<br />
Marist College<br />
Rachel L. Zinkus $1,000<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Andrew Sala Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For 1 male and 1 female graduating senior from Nipmuc<br />
Regional HS who is a member of the National Honor<br />
Society and played soccer<br />
Matthew Burke $1,300<br />
University of Southern California<br />
Madison Manning $1,300<br />
Quinsigamond <strong>Community</strong> College<br />
Doris Salzer Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors to study psychology, with<br />
preference to those attending Clark University<br />
Eriberto Mora $500<br />
Clark University<br />
Herbert D. Sherwin Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students who have graduated from a two-year<br />
college to attend a competitive 4-year college<br />
Diane M. Parker $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
William J. Short <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors in the <strong>Worcester</strong> Regional<br />
Chamber of Commerce service area to pursue careers in<br />
business or public service<br />
Konstantinos Karamanakis $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Joshan Niroula $1,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Alexander G. Simonatis <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For public school graduating seniors from Princeton<br />
Michaella A. Caporello $1,500<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Michael Dube $1,500<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Joseph J. Padellaro $1,000<br />
Boston University<br />
Sarah A. Raymond $2,000<br />
University of New England<br />
Nicholas N. Sancho-Rosi $1,500<br />
Clark University<br />
Shannon D. Specht $1,500<br />
Boston College<br />
Claudia Simonian <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Sutton HS<br />
Jaclyn L. Chrobak $2,000<br />
Keene State College<br />
Cody J. Mulverhill $2,000<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
John J. Simpson Jr. Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Doherty Memorial HS<br />
Zahra S. Khazal $500<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Arthur J. Smith and Dorothy G. Smith <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from South HS with financial need<br />
Cindy L. Cao $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Steelman Expository Writing <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Leicester HS who excelled in<br />
expository writing<br />
Jonathan D. Lajoie $750<br />
Tufts University<br />
Lauren E. Tuiskula $750<br />
Amherst College<br />
Sylvia Gafvert Stubblebine <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students of any age to study instrumental classical<br />
music<br />
Sophie Chen $600<br />
So Hyun Lim $400<br />
Raagini Rameshwar $900<br />
Summers Family Educational <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For youth who are actively involved with St. Gabriel the<br />
Archangel Parish in Upton<br />
Brendan J. Victor $500<br />
UMASS Lowell<br />
Swedish National Federation <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors of Scandinavian descent<br />
Merrick B. Henry $800<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Tahanto Regional High School <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Tahanto Regional HS<br />
Ismael G. Nowick $1,400<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Insitute<br />
Olivia R. Wheeler $1,400<br />
University of New England<br />
Paul E. Tarkiainen Art Award<br />
For graduating seniors from South HS who have<br />
demonstrated skill in art<br />
Aiden Duffy $1,200<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Kathleen Terry Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Tantasqua Regional HS<br />
Olivia R. Sinko $850<br />
UMASS Dartmouth<br />
Robert Thomson <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For children and grandchildren of employees of Christie &<br />
Thomson or its affiliated companies<br />
John A. Bedard $1,000<br />
University of Connecticut<br />
Valerie G. Bedard $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Sumner B. Tilton Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from <strong>Worcester</strong> or contiguous<br />
towns to attend an outstanding educational institution<br />
Omaima Afzaal $5,000<br />
Mount Holyoke College<br />
Paige S. Allen $2,500<br />
Brown University<br />
Matthew J. Allen $1,000<br />
Cornell University<br />
Nicholas A. Briggs $3,000<br />
Brown University<br />
John Butterworth III $2,000<br />
Bowdoin College<br />
Melanie M Cantwell $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Michael P. Dickman $2,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Andrea M. DiGioia $4,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Tiffany A. Dupuis $2,500<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Olivia M. Elsaid $2,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Amber R. Facchini $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Timothy J. Gardner $2,000<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Alexandra M. Gicas $4,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Erika M. Larson $2,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Joseph A. Lucier $2,000<br />
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute<br />
Samantha G. Meserve $4,000<br />
State University of New York - ESF<br />
Ashley M. Millette $2,000<br />
Johns Hopkins University<br />
Stephen Munzer $2,000<br />
Brown University<br />
Emily A. Nasuti $2,000<br />
Northeastern University<br />
Nancy T. Nguyen $1,000<br />
Yale University<br />
Issa A. Noel $5,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Eileen M. O'Brien $3,000<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Nicole K. Phan $2,000<br />
University of Pennsylvania<br />
Megan A. Steele $3,000<br />
Williams College<br />
Chungyuk Takahashi $1,000<br />
Brandeis University<br />
Kimberly T. Truong $1,000<br />
Brown University<br />
Bryce L. Turner $1,000<br />
Tufts University<br />
Ashley J. Williams $3,000<br />
Hamilton College<br />
Sumner B. Tilton Memorial Law <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For recipients of the Sumner B. Tilton Memorial<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong> to attend law school<br />
Shengzhi Li $3,000<br />
Harvard Law School<br />
Laurie C. Tinsley <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> County students with financial need due to<br />
the death or disability of a parent<br />
Andrea M. Garry $1,000<br />
Assumption College<br />
Hannah L. Katz $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Jordan L. Lacross $1,500<br />
Quinnipiac University<br />
Ariela Ormenaj $1,500<br />
Clark University<br />
Annie V. Rivera $1,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Allison A. Wood $2,000<br />
Cornell University<br />
Tobin Family <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For African-American students<br />
Destiney M. Edmonds $700<br />
Rhode Island College<br />
Mark W. Tripp <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For a student who has had cancer, has had an immediate<br />
family member with cancer, or has experienced the<br />
death of an immediate family member<br />
Rebecca K. Toohey $500<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Arno and Roberta E. Wagner <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students from the town of Douglas<br />
Julia Archambault $1,000<br />
Anna Maria College<br />
Desmonde C. Bellanti $1,000<br />
Merrimack College<br />
Nichole A. Breau $1,000<br />
Western New England University<br />
Sarah E. Hannon $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Casey L. Kampegaard $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Connor M. King $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Ashley A. Landry $1,000<br />
Quinsigamond Comm. College<br />
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<strong>2013</strong> <strong>Scholarship</strong> <strong>Awards</strong><br />
<strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Worcester</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />
370 Main Street, Suite 650 <strong>Worcester</strong>, MA 01608<br />
Ryan J. MacRae $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Amanda L. Maguire $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Elizabeth Maguire $1,000<br />
Saint Joseph's University<br />
Danielle M. Moore $1,000<br />
University of Rhode Island<br />
Aaron J. Schaupp $1,000<br />
UMass Lowell<br />
Reginald Washburn <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For students who participated in programs at the Boys &<br />
Girls Club of <strong>Worcester</strong> or Girl’s Inc.<br />
Eriberto Mora $1,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Webster Square Business Association <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from South HS or<br />
employees/family members of a current WSBA member<br />
business<br />
Kimberly Truong $500<br />
Brown University<br />
Leroy Weiner <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Jewish students with financial need and strong<br />
community service, with preference to members of<br />
Congregation B'Nai Shalom in Westborough<br />
Arielle C. Mulgrew $1,000<br />
High Point University<br />
Jennifer P. Welton $1,000<br />
University of New Hampshire<br />
Paul J. Westberg Memorial <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For <strong>Worcester</strong> residents pursuing a career in criminal<br />
justice<br />
Munah Wisner $400<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Leonard H. White <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For relatives of current employees of the R. H. White<br />
Companies, Milford Water, or Whitinsville Water<br />
Kristina M. Ferranto $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Matthew E. Glowacki $1,000<br />
Nichols College<br />
Cory S. Hetu $1,000<br />
Quinsigamond <strong>Community</strong> College<br />
Zackery Smith $1,000<br />
Wentworth Institute of Technology<br />
Chelsea M. Greene $3,000<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Lisa Iudiciani $3,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Abigail Kyei $3,000<br />
Bridgewater State University<br />
Stephanie L. Palmer $3,000<br />
Salem State University<br />
Jane L. Parker $3,000<br />
University of New England<br />
Cassandra J. Pastier $3,000<br />
University of Hartford<br />
Margaret K. Rizzo $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
Cindy H. Vo $3,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Anissa R. White $3,000<br />
University of Hartford<br />
Abigail S. Woodward $3,000<br />
Connecticut College<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Latino Coalition<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For Latino youth and adults, with preference to those<br />
working in health and human services<br />
Glenda M. Maldonado $550<br />
Quinsigamond Comm. College<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Swedish Charitable<br />
Association <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors of Scandinavian descent<br />
Shauna M. Delaney $1,000<br />
Framingham State University<br />
Karina R. Halloran $1,000<br />
Boston College<br />
Elise M. Shea $1,000<br />
University of Southern California<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Woman's Club<br />
<strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from <strong>Worcester</strong> public high<br />
schools who live in the City of <strong>Worcester</strong><br />
Daniele Anina $1,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> Polytechnic Institute<br />
Mary A. Baker $1,000<br />
College of the Holy Cross<br />
Sandra L. Doku $1,000<br />
UMASS Amherst<br />
Iva Hoxha $1,000<br />
Clark University<br />
Mary Olive Wood <strong>Scholarship</strong><br />
For graduating seniors from Oxford HS<br />
Johanna C. Burke $3,000<br />
Springfield College<br />
Kathryn E. Devon $3,000<br />
SUNY—Albany<br />
Jennifer M. Freeland $3,000<br />
Westfield State College<br />
Nicolette O. Gaulard $3,000<br />
<strong>Worcester</strong> State University<br />
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