Scholarship Recipient Report 2014

Bridge to Success Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program 2014-15 Scholarship Recipients

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VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE Thank you to the members of the Hartford Foundation’s Volunteer

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Thank You!

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Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program

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Theus McBee

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Scholarship Committee for all of their hard work in interviewing finalists and recommending recipients for the Hartford Foundation College Scholarship awards.

18 First-time recipients from funds held at the Hartford Foundation 20 Hartford Foundation Community College Scholarship Program 21 Graduate student recipients 22 Donors to funds awarding scholarships 24 List of Colleges and Universities photo: Some of the 2014 scholarship recipients with Yvette 3Cover Meléndez, Hartford Foundation Board chair, and Jennyfer Holmes,

2014 Scholarship Program Volunteers Tokunbo Akinbajo Gemma Baker Bobbie Bartucca Beverly Boyle Stacy Cloud Britt-Marie Cole-Johnson Melvyn Colón Nick Criscitelli Booker DeVaughn Elena DeVaughn Judith Dobai Carol Dupuis Kristen Horrigan Peggy Jacobson David Klein

Jan Klein Tom Mahoney Walter Menjivar Harry Meyer Susan Myers John Norman Chris Pandolfe Richard Pinder Tyler Polk Nelson Rodriguez Rosalie Roth Sue Shepard Gail Stafford Dougie Trumble Sherwood Willard

Hartford Foundation scholarship and donor services officer

Scholarship recipients with Yvette Meléndez, Hartford 5Above: Foundation Board Member Bob Goldfarb, and Jennyfer Holmes at the 10th annual scholarship recipient reception

Photos by Riley Johnson III

Thank You! Nelson Mandela once stated that

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

Gifts to the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving through a scholarship fund acknowledge the work of our students and help them with the rising costs of education. Higher education is necessary for our students to attain financial stability, and to be able to save for retirement and allow our nation to compete in the global economy. Every time one of our scholarship recipients earns a college degree, we improve the economy, and reduce the costs of crime, poverty and health care. Children who see their parents earn college degrees are more likely to earn a degree themselves. Our communities thrive when the educational levels of the residents are increased. A scholarship has a positive snowball effect—the benefits keep growing, long after the award is received.

On behalf of the scholarship recipients, thank you! Your generosity has shown them how much the people of their community care and believe in them. The Hartford Foundation and donors to scholarship funds offer these students an opportunity to change their lives. Together, this year, we will award nearly $1.3 million in scholarships to residents of our community attending two-year and four-year colleges and universities.

Your gift is changing our community, and also the world.

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Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program Our scholarship funds were created by people and organizations of all types and from all across Greater Hartford. Their situations vary greatly. But they all share one motivation — to help students afford a college education.

Because of these donors’ generosity, last year the Hartford Foundation awarded nearly $1.3 million in support of college scholarships to more than 600 traditional-aged students and adult learners at four-year and two-year colleges, as well as local community colleges.

Most of the scholarships for traditional-aged students are renewable, enabling students to receive significant support for each of their years in college as long as they maintain a good academic record. Moreover, these funds are endowed, which means that the Foundation can continue to award scholarships to area students.

There are three ways to make a substantial impact on area students through the Hartford Foundation:

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You can create a named fund or contribute any amount to the Hartford Foundation’s General Scholarship Endowment Fund. Contributions are invested in our broadly diversified portfolio and the Fund makes four-year scholarship awards—currently of $3,000 per year—for residents of Greater Hartford.

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You can create a named fund or contribute any amount to the Community College Scholarship Endowment Fund. Contributions are invested in our broadly diversified portfolio and the Fund makes three-year escalating scholarship awards. The awards are for graduating high school seniors attending a community college in the fall after their graduation from high school. We also award scholarships to non-traditional adult learners as well.

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With a sizeable gift, you can create an Individual Scholarship Fund (like those listed in this brochure) and name specific selection criteria for your scholar. The Foundation can help you decide how to participate in reviewing or nominating potential recipients. We will also handle scholarship distributions and renewal applications, and help you communicate with your scholar if you choose.

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Inspired to Achieve Greatness “I always had the mindset that I was going to college, but receiving this award assured me that I was actually going to be successful in college, which is a major difference,” says Theus McBee, a 2012 Hartford Foundation scholarship recipient.

So far, Theus has been very successful.

A graduate of Classical Magnet School in Hartford, Theus is now beginning his junior year at the University of Connecticut, where he has been accepted into the Neag School of Education as a Sport Management major.

His high school counselor said, “[Theus] possesses an unwavering sense of purpose and has consistently demonstrated gravitas in all academic endeavors … He has distinguished himself as a leader amongst his peers and in the larger school community.” Theus has carried that same drive into his college career.

At UConn, Theus is involved in numerous extracurricular activities, including serving as president of the university’s Sport Business Association, an organization designed for students with an interest in the business aspect of sports.

In addition to organizing trips to athletic events, the Association brings in speakers to talk about their careers and offer advice.

Theus aspires to become head coach for a college basketball program, and is already taking steps to realize that goal. He is a manager for the renowned UConn men’s basketball team, and has spent the last two summers coaching middle school-aged children at camps with UConn coaches and players. This summer, Theus also worked as an operations assistant at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA. In June, Theus addressed the Hartford Foundation’s 2014-15 scholarship awardees at the 10th annual Scholarship Recipient Reception, held at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford.

He shared his collegiate experiences and talked about the importance of relationship building, urging this year’s recipients to take advantage of the opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of individuals on their respective college campuses.

Theus had a chance to meet two of his Hartford Foundation scholarship donors, Kerry and Janice Foster, when he was honored in 2012, and the three reconnected at this year’s reception.

“The Fosters are a couple that I am so thankful to have met; not just as donors, but as human beings,” says Theus.

“The more I told them about how well I was doing in school, the harder they smiled—my success and happiness brought joy to them. They inspire me to not just achieve greatness for myself, but to help others along the way as well.”

“There are plenty of people who need assistance,” he says, “but if I can just help one person at a time, then I'm doing a good job.”

“Every student that gets selected as a Hartford Foundation scholarship recipient is a part of an elite group of future leaders in society, and to be chosen as one of them certainly means a lot to me. It has made me challenge myself to be better.” ~Theus McBee

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GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program The scholarship funds listed above the recipients' names were pooled to provide one four-year renewable scholarship award.

Frederick G. Adams Scholarship Fund Alice M. Neenan Memorial Scholarship Fund MassMutual Foundation for Hartford, Inc. Scholarship Fund Murtha Cullina LLP Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Angelica Torres-Maldonado With strong support from her mother and her church, Angelica has plans to pursue dance in college with the Greater Hartford Academy of Mathematics and Science

hopes of opening a nonprofit dance school for underprivileged children. She feels that this art form will provide an outlet for young people to break away from their circumstances in a positive way and gain important perspective on the world. In high school, Angelica was a member of the National Honor Society and participated in the Spanish Club and student council. She was also named SMART Girl of 2010 by the Trinity Boys and Girls Club, and Young Philanthropist of the Year by the Aurora Foundation for Women and Girls.

Angelica will attend Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Alliance Française of Hartford Harpin/Rohinsky Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Sybelclelia Moise Bloomfield High School

Four years ago, after the 2010 earthquake that devastated Haiti, Sybel arrived in Bloomfield, CT. However, as Sybel puts it, more devastating than the earthquake was the loss of her mother two years earlier. Despite her incredible losses and challenges, Sybel is a survivor. She remains driven and focused on becoming a successful member of society, setting her sights on ways to improve others’ lives and finding ways to give back to the country of Haiti that she loves. While at Bloomfield High School, she was a member of the National Honor Society, the Future Business Leaders of America and the soccer team. She maintained high academic scores while learning English, learning a new culture and being a teenager in America. Sybel understands that education is key to achieving her goals. She will be the first in her family to attend college, where she will focus her studies on politics and international relations with the goal of one day becoming United States Ambassador to Haiti.

Sybelclelia is attending the University of Saint Joseph.

W. Philip Braender and Nancy Coleman Braender Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Dominic Marino RHAM (Regional Hebron, Andover, Marlborough) High School

Dominic “Dino” Marino was a section leader in the jazz band and in the wind ensemble throughout his years in high school. In addition, he led and composed for his own rock band. The band gave a number of benefit concerts, including a successful fundraiser for the Andover, Hebron, Marlborough Youth Services Bureau.

Dino says, “I have a deep and profound interest in music, and would like to pursue my music and study different genres and improve my playing.” But, in college, Dino wants music to be a pastime and not his major, which he hopes will be cyber-security or data risk analysis.

Dominic will attend Monmouth University.

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Maria Gonzalez Borrero Scholarship Fund Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Kelly Laska Sport and Medical Sciences Academy, Hartford

Described as an outgoing, people person, Kelly is excited by the prospect of attending college. Her mother’s tenacity and dedication as a nurse continues to inspire and motivate her. Kelly’s capstone project in high school was to get students interested and involved in rowing. She has an interest in increasing rowing programs in urban and public schools. She earned an internship with Riverfront Recapture and was one of 15 students who participated in the UConn HOLDUP Program, and was a member of the indoor track and swim teams. She also managed the boys’ basketball team. Impressed by the dedication, energy and knowledge she witnessed during an emergency room internship, Kelly plans to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner. With her passion for rowing realized as a member of the UConn Rowing Program, Kelly is motivated by all that team sports offer, including providing opportunities for youth to overcome personal challenges and achieving what is seemingly impossible through teamwork.

Kelly will attend the University of Connecticut.

Clark Family Fund Vincent Villano Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Elisha Feenstra Ellington High School

During high school, Elisha was inspired by her parents and by her running coach who taught her a great deal about proper nutrition. As a scholar-athlete in high school, she excelled at tennis, cross-country, indoor and outdoor track. Elisha is proud of her work helping her older sister renovate a church nursery. She was one of 20 youth selected to participate in an Episcopal Youth Event in Philadelphia. Elisha has also been trained as a peer mediator, and, in her senior year, worked on an anti-cyberbullying campaign. She looks forward to pursuing a degree in nutrition and plans to work with youth suffering from eating disorders and other healthrelated problems. Her dream is to work with and educate those in impoverished countries.

Elisha will study at the University of Vermont.

Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Social Affairs Committee Scholarship Fund KR Wealth Management Scholarship Fund Keith Szabo University High School of Science and Engineering, Hartford

“I am a good communicator, ambitious, and a hard worker,” said Keith Szabo. These qualities are reflected in Keith’s activities within and outside of the classroom. “He sees knowledge as his route to action and….he uses everything he learns, applying it immediately in his work,” said his English teacher. Keith has many goals, including owning his own business, but his first goal, at age five, was to become an Eagle Scout. En route to reaching this goal, he gained leadership and communication skills that will serve him well in college and in future career endeavors. Keith is also an athlete. He played baseball and ran indoor track. He is very proud of being named an All-State player in his senior year, when the soccer team was undefeated in the regular season.

Keith will attend the University of Hartford.

Day Pitney LLP Scholarship Fund Asha Chen-Phang

Asha is determined and focused on achieving her dream of becoming an electrical engineer. Her drive to

become an engineer stems from excelling in math and sciences early on and the influences of her mother and Academy of Aerospace & Engineering High School, Hartford grandmother. They encouraged Asha to be deliberate in her educational choices and served as models of hard work and perseverance. Asha has always been interested in how things work, and engineering in particular. Asha was a member of the National Honor Society and was elected secretary of her high school class. She believes in helping younger students excel in school and has devoted time to volunteering as a mentor.

Asha will attend Northeastern University.

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Drs. Booker T. and Elena L. DeVaughn Scholarship Fund James A. Jones Memorial Fund AB Club Scholarship Foundation Fund established by John D. Wardlaw Wendy and Boyd Hinds Memorial Scholarship Fund Karizma Rose Hartford Public High School Academy of Nursing and Health Sciences

Theater has become one of Karizma’s passions. She started a theater club during her freshman year in high school. Her time on the student council was enhanced by these experiences. Karizma plans to double major in theater and psychology. Her goal is to help students and adults prosper by finding a positive form of expression, especially during their most difficult and challenging times. Her first introduction to expressive writing and poetry helped her know that her future will involve assisting those who are betrayed, bullied or ignored by the most important people in their lives. Karizma has overcome many personal obstacles and was ranked third in her high school class. She was a varsity soccer player who also found time to volunteer in her community.

Karizma Rose: “I want people to know that no matter how many times they are lied to, betrayed or forgotten, there is always something positive to turn to.”

Karizma will study at the University of Connecticut.

Symee Ruth Feinberg Memorial Scholarship Fund Herb Sheintop Memorial Scholarship Fund Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Michelle Vela Sport and Medical Sciences Academy, Hartford

Michelle is a quiet young woman with a lot to offer the world. She is described as thoughtful, mature and tenacious. She is a strong student who has an empathetic heart and a commitment to service. She hopes to become a speech pathologist and work with children. Michelle was a very busy high school student—serving as captain of her basketball team, volunteering at her church, working a part-time job and coordinating activities at a senior housing center. She has worked hard and succeeded in all these efforts. She is a humble leader with a strong work ethic, and will be successful in her pursuits.

Michelle is enrolled at the University of Connecticut.

Charles, Sophie and Helen Fine Family Fund Nesma Mohamed Windsor Locks High School

Inspired by a family member surviving breast cancer, Nesma plans to pursue a degree and career in radiology.

After job shadowing at Hartford Hospital through her EMT class, Nesma’s passion for radiology was solidified.

Nesma is an Advanced Placement (AP) scholar and has taken a class at a community college to expand her academic and medical experience. In high school, Nesma played basketball and tennis and even started an antibullying program that later became a leadership program in the high school. She completed EMT training this past May and plans to pursue an MBA after her undergraduate studies. Nesma hopes to one day develop funding to have medical technology readily available in third world countries.

Nesma plans to study at the University of Hartford.

Amanda Morris Farmington High School

Amanda Morris is friendly, attentive and happy. She approached school with enthusiasm and is especially proud of her contributions to the Farmington High School newspaper, where she has served as staff writer, copy designer, editor-in-chief and copy editor-inchief. She also served as news anchor and reporter for the school’s weekly news broadcast. A leader by nature, Amanda served Recipients Amanda Morris (left) and Zachary Sayah (right) with volunteer Bobbie Bartucca

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as captain of the track team for long jump and field, and as a member of the swim team. She also co-founded the ASL (American Sign Language) Club so she could teach others to sign. Amanda’s love of big cities motivated her to attend a college in New York. She also hopes to earn internships to gain “real life” experience, and plans to pursue a degree in journalism/communications, with a minor in a business-related field. Amanda aspires to serve the community as a humanitarian journalist to raise public awareness of global and national issues, and to improve public communication. She hopes to write compelling articles that not only highlight human injustices, but also offer ways to help.

Amanda is enrolled at New York University.

Harry A. Donn Scholarship Fund Lillian C. Donn Scholarship Fund Fontana Family Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund So-Hyeon Park Simsbury High School

So-Hyeon accepted a huge amount of family responsibility and turned it into a positive force toward her life and career goals. Acting as the family interpreter for her disabled sister, So-Hyeon learned to navigate and advocate in medical situations. She obtained her EMT certificate and plans to pursue a career in the medical field so that she can research and produce viable solutions for curing illnesses in the future. Ultimately, her goal is not really “medicine,” but to alleviate unnecessary suffering for sick and disabled people. She credits her relationship with her sister for teaching her maturity, selflessness and love without conditions.

So-Hyeon will attend Boston College.

Irving Goldberg Latin Scholar Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Christine George Conard High School, West Hartford

When asked how friends would describe her, Christine George said “caring, energetic and inquisitive.” Christine is a sensitive student who has reached out to others in a compassionate way and loves to talk about almost any subject. As she searches to learn about new ideas, Christine has found her passion and will be pursuing a speech, language and hearing science major. Her participation with her school’s Multicultural Club, teaching catechism to third graders and passion for language speak to her determination to make the world a better place for all. A six-semester 4.0 student, Christine models exceptional academics and has taken honors and AP courses to prepare for the rigors of college.

Christine will attend Boston University.

Robert B. and Francine L. Goldfarb Family Scholarship Fund Bert and Betty Rosen Scholarship Fund Josh Wittenburg Memorial Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Amy Eitelman Rockville High School, Vernon

Inspired by an accounting teacher in her freshman year, Amy looks forward to a career in corporate accounting. Amy has a passion for preventing teenage alcohol abuse and was an active participant in a mock car crash that demonstrated the risk of drinking and driving. In her spare time, Amy played as the only girl on the boys’ golf team and even won the Coach’s Award. During her time on the girls’ volleyball team, through many losses, Amy learned the valuable lesson of determination. Amy noted that “it is not a winning record that makes you a good leader, but it is whether or not those you lead view you as someone they can trust and respect.”

Amy is enrolled at Bryant University.

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Alan E. Green Hartford Housing Authority Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Shanai Chambers Windsor High School

Inspired by her mother, Shanai learned at a young age the importance of overcoming adversity. This is evident in all she has accomplished and in the positive attitude she exudes. Shanai proudly participated in activities in high school as captain of the cheerleading squad, president of the National Honor Society and a volunteer in the guidance office. Her dedication to community is apparent in the many projects she undertook, including the renovation of the high school’s courtyard, for which she secured a grant from Lowe’s. As a result, she helped the school earn a second place award in the World Community Problem Solvers program. Shanai will major in social work, with a focus on child welfare or school social work, followed by enrollment in law school.

Learning through her personal circumstances, Shanai’s goal is to speak up and guide others faced with adversity.

Shanai will attend Central Connecticut State University.

Ida L. Hartenberg Charitable Fund Wendy and Boyd Hinds Memorial Scholarship Fund Roland S. Harris, Jr. Scholarship Fund Lorena Jimenez Hartford Public High School Law and Government Academy

Lorena chose her university for its education program because she is thinking about becoming a history teacher. Her educational goals are inspired by her father, the youngest of eighteen children, who stopped going to school as a child in Costa Rica and only finished his education when he came to the United States as an adult.

Lorena embraces diversity and is excited about the prospect of learning about different cultures. She says, “It amazes me how many different kinds of people walk the earth and although we may be very different, we all share common characteristics.” She looks to college to “open her world” and introduce her to new challenges.

Lorena will study at Central Connecticut State University.

Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Everton James Bulkeley High School, Hartford

Everton’s parents instilled in him the value and importance of education. He took their advice to heart, followed through on his goals, graduated as the valedictorian of his high school class, and will soon be the first person in his family to attend college. Everton participated in, and completed, numerous enrichment programs throughout high school to assist him in his academic work and help him achieve his goals. He is also an athlete who played both varsity volleyball and soccer for four years. Leadership roles in his school demonstrate what a well-rounded individual Everton has become. He was senior class vice president, a member of the Key Club, a tutor, and completed Our Piece of the Pie community service projects. His interest in music, playing in the percussion ensemble and marching band and playing drums at his church, led to his plan to become a music educator.

Everton will attend Central Connecticut State University.

The Harugari Lodge of Broad Brook Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Clay Harman East Windsor High School

When asked who inspired him to go to college, Clay does not hesitate to name his mother and father, both of whom stress the importance of a college education. As a result, Clay made the most of his high school years.

He excelled and helped build the cross-country team from his freshman year, when he was the only member, to his senior year when there were 20 members of the team. Clay served as vice president of the Class of 2014 Executive Board, a member of the National Honor Society, a member of the Peer Advisory Program, and he earned a Rotary Youth Leadership Award. Clay plans to pursue a career as a civil engineer, with a degree in math and a minor in political science. He speaks with passion about his interest in helping others, and is concerned about the deterioration of his city’s infrastructure. His quiet confidence and leadership will serve him well in the years ahead.

Clay is enrolled at Wentworth Institute of Technology.

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Wendy and Boyd Hinds Memorial Scholarship Imane Alexander Hartford Public High School Law and Government Academy

Imane is a leader who combines academic excellence with community involvement. She credits her father with giving her the inspiration to attend college and, in turn, she has passed on this inspiration as a mentor to other teenage girls. She was a member of the National Honor Society and the Math Club, and was the student government treasurer and captain of the cheerleading squad. As captain, she has guided the squad to participate in fundraising events for Cure for Cancer, March of Dimes and the American Heart Association.

Imane is especially proud of her work with the Digital Literacy Program where she made home visits to the elderly to teach them how to use computers. She will major in actuarial sciences and is determined to start her own company and become a philanthropist.

Imane is enrolled at the University of Connecticut.

Yahaira Escribano Hartford Public High School Law and Government Academy

Yahaira is described by her teacher as a “successful multitasker who, in addition to maintaining excellent grades, has superb time management and organizational skills.” These skills have served her well in her many volunteer activities. She was president of student government and a member of the Gay Straight Alliance. Her work in the community with a teen pregnancy prevention program has taught her about leadership, activism, public speaking and networking. Yahaira credits her mother, who was a teenage mom, and her teachers as her inspirations. Recently, Yahaira had an empowering and transformational life experience that cemented her desire to be a leader who advocates for justice and human rights. She was one of five students chosen to attend the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in Warsaw, Poland, where she had the opportunity to meet the Dalai Lama. In college, she will focus her work on international studies and political science and looks forward to her ultimate goal of becoming the mayor of Hartford.

Yahaira will attend the University of Connecticut.

Gerald and Phyllis Hughes Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Lebert Lester III Manchester High School

Lebert is “a learner at heart. He takes challenging classes that interest him….He is a hard worker, compassionate leader, and active citizen,” said his mentoring supervisor. Lebert was an active participant in many groups in high school—the Young Men’s Leadership Group, the Student Support Center, the Mentoring Lab and the MultiCultural Club—and worked part time. He has been a role model, a leader, a peer mediator and a mentor. From community service projects to interpersonal relationship building, Lebert has been a resource and a leader for other students. He is very proud of helping other students to become leaders. In college, Lebert will be exploring many interests, including psychology, business and marketing.

Lebert will attend Morehouse College.

Walter “Doc” Hurley Scholarship Fund for Greater Hartford Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Woodlyn Joachim Journalism and Media Academy Magnet School, Hartford

Woodlyn lights up the room with her passion and excitement for the future. A native of Haiti, she survived the terrible earthquake of 2010 and the daunting challenges of living through the aftermath.

When her mother brought her to Hartford, she entered the Journalism and Media Academy Magnet School. Unable to speak English, Woodlyn again overcame great odds and performed well academically. She embraced every opportunity offered by her school, knowing that many children in the world do not have such access.

Recipient Woodlyn Joachim (second from right) with donors Dr. Stanley Battle, Judith Rozie-Battle and Yvette Meléndez, Hartford Foundation Board chair Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

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Woodlyn was active in the Boys & Girls Clubs and was selected as the Connecticut State Youth of the Year. She graduated as class salutatorian and also earned college credits while still in high school. Her intelligence and strength of spirit have been invaluable. She plans to become a pediatrician and open an orphanage in Haiti someday.

Woodlyn will study at the University of Connecticut.

The Interracial Scholarship Fund of Greater Hartford Day Pitney LLP Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Rizvan Mujic A. I. Prince Technical High School, Hartford

A passionate spokesperson for humanitarian ideals, Rizvan came to the Rizvan Mujic: United States at age seven from Bosnia. He is dedicated to improving his “I want to help everyone and life and the lives of those around him. He witnessed countless atrocities give them hope. I hope to be in the Bosnian civil war and lost both his father and grandfather. Never able to decrease the embittered or deterred, Rizvan arrived in this country with pollution and hazard wastes determination and enthusiasm. He sees every day as “beautiful and in the world.” inspiring” and wants to make a difference in his community. A dedicated student, Rizvan takes his education seriously. He learned to speak English when he came to the U.S. and credits the teachers and mentors who taught him English for his ability to excel. Rizvan looks forward to pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering and changing the world one day at a time. He feels strong ties to Bosnia and eventually wants to give back to that country as well.

Rizvan will attend the University of Connecticut Greater Hartford Campus.

Ilene and Marty Kaplan Scholarship Fund Fred H. Greenwood Engineering Scholarship Fund Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Oghomwen Ohenhen Sport and Medical Sciences Academy, Hartford

Oghomwen credits living without cable television and watching broadcast shows like PBS’ Nova and Scientific American with sparking his curiosity and creativity at a young age. Dismantling, building, rebuilding and inventing electronics were fascinating projects that have evolved into an education and career passion.

Oghomwen’s scientific creations and entrepreneurial business skills have won him awards and recognition, including an invitation to the White House to meet the president. Oghomwen is not a one-dimensional person.

He also played varsity soccer for all four years of high school and is an active volunteer at his church.

Community service is a priority in Oghomwen’s life as he looks ahead to college and his career.

Oghomwen plans to attend the University of Hartford.

Herman P. Kopplemann Scholarship Fund Aaron Beber South Windsor High School

Aaron defines integrity as “what you do when no one is looking” and Aaron Beber: strives to have a consistently positive “I hope to work attitude. He is very proud of his work with Unified Sports, a program for internationally to unite special needs students at South Windsor High School. He strives to others by music…” serve as a role model for younger students, just as his older sister has done for him. Aaron has been inspired by his older sister and as she made honors, he wanted to as well. As he pursues a combined music and language education major, Aaron hopes to inspire both the young and the young at heart to remedy what ails them through music.

Aaron will attend Hofstra University.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick Metropolitan Learning Center, Bloomfield

The fact that neither of Ryan’s parents attended college motivated him to work hard in high school and prepare for a successful college experience. He is also inspired by his brother who received scholarships to attend college. Popular, funny and adventurous, Ryan participated in an outdoor learning program, which allowed him to challenge himself emotionally and physically while learning leadership skills. He was also a vocal leader and role model for younger students at his high school. Ryan sees himself as an activist in the future and is considering pursuing a law degree after college. He is passionate about public policy, international relations and gender fairness issues. With a degree in international relations, Ryan plans to work for the U.S. Department of State and someday improve American foreign policy.

Ryan will attend the University of Miami.

Ashley Fydendevez Connecticut International Baccalaureate Academy, East Hartford

Ashley excelled academically in high school and graduated with a 4.0 GPA. She was a varsity athlete in soccer and swimming, and is described by one teacher as ambitious and driven. Ashley dreams one day of joining the FBI after majoring in criminal justice in college, where she also will pursue two languages: Russian and Spanish.

As part of the ROTC program, Ashley will likely serve in the military before pursuing a law enforcement career.

Ashley writes, “I want to save lives, not change the world.”

Ashley will attend the University of Maryland.

Christopher Philopena Manchester High School

Christopher plans to major in journalism. He dreams of making a mark in modern American literature or in the kind of journalism that shows the tragic but honest sides of life, especially in war-torn countries. As editor of the school newspaper, Christopher pushed himself and the other writers to question and think critically. He debated topics and often asked “Why?” just to get a conversation going. His friends called Chris “the talker,” as he was articulate and persuasive in his communications. Chris’s plans following college include getting a master’s degree and possibly joining the military as part of the press corps.

Christopher is attending Southern Connecticut State University.

Sylvia H. Koski Scholarship Fund James Frazier Glastonbury High School

James “Tre” Frazier has been focused on music and theater from a very young age. He is an energetic, passionate, hardworking singer, dancer and actor. Tre is also an excellent student, finishing his high school career with an extraordinary grade point average. When his school counselor asked Tre what he would most want college admission professionals to know about him, Tre replied, “I give 110% every time.” He has brought this energy to singing in choirs, dancing in the Ballroom Club, performing in high school, town and regional theater productions, participating in two intensive summer theater programs and exceling at classwork that would prepare him for college. Tre’s school counselor said he has never “worked with a student with so much love for something that he almost can’t contain himself when he talks about it.”

James will attend Baldwin Wallace University in Ohio.

Noble E. and Emma Belknap Lord Memorial Scholarship Fund Dakili Barnett Capital Preparatory Magnet School, Hartford

Dakili learned early how hard it can be to hold on to hopes and dreams. As a child in Jamaica, she waited anxiously for several years before finally immigrating to the United States with her family. Dakili, who learned from her mother that an education is the way to better their lives, was fierce in her determination to make the best of this new opportunity. Dakili is motivated by her mother’s support and encouragement, and her own commitment to her education. Dakili dreams of becoming a cardiologist and working to improve the quality of life for people who are suffering. Her hopes and dreams are on their way to becoming realities.

Dakili will attend Southern Connecticut State University.

Thomas DeAngelo Wethersfield High School

Tom is a sensitive, thoughtful and determined young man. In high school, he enjoyed being the bass clarinet player in the marching band and participating in an anti-bullying program. After much effort, Tom became an Eagle Scout, and he now serves as a leader for younger scouts. For his Eagle Scout project, he restored the town’s dog park by coordinating funding, arranging volunteers and supervising the restoration work. Though a death in the family caused him to have a rough start in high school, Tom chose to work hard and move forward. He has consistently demonstrated strong intellect and sound academic habits, which should serve him well in his higher-level studies. Tom plans to pursue a career as a child psychologist.

Thomas will study at the University of Massachusetts.

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Antoinette Shippen Mason Scholarship Fund Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Precious Iriaghomo Sport and Medical Sciences Academy, Hartford

A stellar student, Precious is on a path to become a nurse and lawyer, combining her compassionate nature with her leadership talents. She enjoys motivating others to succeed. Precious is extremely proud of her senior capstone project, which turned from a school requirement into a personal achievement: she organized a school supply drive to support Rock Hall All Age School in Jamaica. Hundreds of notebooks, pens, pencils and other items were collected through these efforts. Precious was senior class president and took her leadership position very seriously. She believes in “turning negatives into positives,” and her can-do attitude will serve her well in her future endeavors.

Precious will attend Charleston Southern University.

Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship Fund Darragh Geoghegan RHAM (Regional Hebron, Andover, Marlborough) High School

Darragh’s high school accomplishments indicate that he will be a future leader in the business world. He placed first in the state in the DECA Financial Services event, participated in Peer Helpers and Mock Trial, and has an excellent record of academic achievement. He has also been a loyal member of his church, participating in service activities and teaching younger children. Darragh’s accomplishments are inspired by his parents, who came to the United States from Ireland equipped with little but faith, determination and aspirations. Their hard work and persistence made a huge impression on their son. Darragh looks forward to pursuing studies in finance or law. His intelligence and strong work ethic will take him far.

Darragh will attend Northeastern University in the fall.

Joseph Leslie, Jr. Ellington High School

Mature, highly motivated and determined, Joseph has mapped a path to college to become an electrical engineer. He is a talented athlete who plays football, baseball and basketball, and is especially proud of his National Scholar Athlete award from the National Football Foundation. People describe him as fun, respectable, honest, athletic and intelligent.

Joseph is resilient and has already overcome many obstacles in his life. He worked after school to Recipient Joseph Leslie, Jr. with volunteer Gail Stafford help his family, while focusing his attention on his dream of attending college. Using his athletic and intellectual abilities, Joseph plans to work in a management position so he can use his strategic skills to make a difference in a company.

Joseph plans to attend the University of Connecticut.

Rhoda L. Miller Music Scholarship Fund Janet B. Rose Memorial Scholarship Fund The Stearns Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Peter Kohanski Rocky Hill High School

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Peter is passionate about his faith and music. As he puts it, “it is near impossible to live without either one.”

Peter credits his mother, a middle school music teacher, with influencing him musically, and his dad with inspiring him religiously. Attending a college that would combine both of these passions was his priority. Peter will double major in music and theology. He is also very involved with extracurricular activities. In his town, Peter is the President of the Tri-Music Society. As president of his school’s National Honor Society chapter,

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Peter led the group to a new level of community involvement. In addition, Peter was a member of the track team and greatly enjoyed participating in the marching band, which he counts as one of his best experiences in high school.

Peter will attend The Catholic University of America.

Murtha Cullina LLP Scholarship Fund Jodieann McIntosh A. I. Prince Technical High School, Hartford

This bright, engaging young woman is eager to take on the challenges of Jodieann McIntosh: a rigorous academic experience. Jodieann struggled with math for some “I plan on specializing in time before learning how to ask for help. She says that “failure is a pediatrics with a focus on lesson on the way to success.” She is glad that she learned to ask finding a natural cure for questions when confused, and to be open to challenges even if she illnesses.” faltered. Jodieann was very involved in building a positive school climate by mentoring younger students and promoting anti-bullying awareness.

She was an honor student throughout high school. It is clear that she has the perseverance and intelligence to reach her goals. She will be the first in her family to attend college. She plans to pursue a medical profession.

Jodieann is attending the University of Hartford.

Juliana Rivera Bulkeley High School, Hartford

Juliana presents herself with confidence and speaks with conviction.

She is a strong student and a well-rounded young woman. She is a natural leader who loves to help people.

Juliana’s goal is to become a music teacher, and she has been laying the foundation to achieve that. Music lifts her spirit, and she wants other people to feel that inspiration. She was the manager of Bulkeley High School’s marching band, and plays the flute and guitar. In addition, she enjoyed an internship in the music department of Naylor School (K-8), and reading to elementary school students as part of the Third Grade Reading Promise program. Juliana is the first in her family to graduate from high school.

Juliana will attend Central Connecticut State University.

Vartan K. and Beatrice Omartian Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Erica Beavers Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin College, East Hartford

Erica was a force to be reckoned with in her high school community. She is energetic, passionate and curious.

She has been inspired by her hard-working Jamaican grandmother. A natural leader, Erica was class president, vice president of the National Honor Society and instrumental in the founding of her school’s volleyball team and environmental club. Not one to back down from a challenge, she took on the task of getting her school ready for Green LEAF certification, which is awarded to buildings that meet certain environmental and recycling standards. Despite some setbacks, Erica maintained a near-perfect GPA and held down a part-time job. Her zest for life is contagious.

Erica plans to attend Gordon College.

Maxine Rothe Schortman Award Shayla Schoeneberger Rockville High School, Vernon

Shayla already knows that she will be working part time to help pay for college. With the help of a family friend, along with encouragement from family, coaches and teachers, Shayla is motivated to succeed in college and in life. Since middle school, she has planned to enter the Peace Corps and travel to several African countries after college. She believes these experiences will help her creative writing flourish. Shayla has received several awards for creative writing, including plays, poetry and flash fiction. She is also active in cross-country and track and field. Her active participation in high school sports and clubs has fueled her ability to be a public speaker and express herself with an outgoing personality.

Shayla plans to study community and international development at the University of Vermont.

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Herb Sheintop Memorial Scholarship Fund Zachary Sayah Classical Magnet School, Hartford

Zachary will be a first-generation college student. He is very determined to ensure that he uses his education to better his community—the global community. With an entrepreneurial spirit, Zachary plans to change the world. As a mechanical engineering major, Zachary is looking forward to continuing to work with others around him to advance science, mechanics and technology. His service to the community is exemplified by his Eagle Scout Award. He volunteers in a hospital and proudly served his classmates as a student senator. He is gifted musically as well; he plays the trumpet and served as a head drum major in the band. He also participated in a ski club and played varsity golf in high school.

Zachary will study at Union College.

Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Alpha Psi Boulé Scholarship Fund KJ Foster Scholarship Fund Nina L. Hartin Memorial Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Samson Babalola Classical Magnet School, Hartford

Samson was inspired to pursue his education by his parents, who valued education. His father attended college in Nigeria—and was the first in his family to do so. Following in his father’s footsteps, Samson plans to major in business. Outgoing, optimistic and interested in people, Samson is engaged in many civic and recreational activities. He is especially proud of his work with Common Ground, an organization that performs community services, his participation in a community forum on sickle cell awareness and his weekly volunteerism as a soccer coach for younger children. Samson plans to combine a career in business with giving back to the community. He knows it will be hard work, but is committed to this path.

Samson will attend Providence College.

Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Alpha Psi Boulé Scholarship Fund No.2 Day Pitney LLP Scholarship Fund Anthon Davis, Jr. University High School of Science and Engineering, Hartford

Anthon aspires to obtain a degree in chemical engineering and continue on to medical school. In high school, Anthon selected as many science classes as were open to him. He studied hard and became a member of the National Honor Society, an accomplishment of which he is extremely proud. He would like to combine his interests in medicine and engineering by working in research to try to find cures for diseases. Attending and succeeding in college has always been a goal for Anthon, whose parents are Jamaican-born immigrants.

Recipient Anthon Davis, Jr. with his parents, recipient Samson Babalola with his father, Dr. Booker DeVaughn and Glenn Cassis

Anthon will attend the University of Connecticut Greater Hartford Campus.

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George F. Stevens Education Fund Sylvia H. Koski Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Samantha Gilbert Granby Memorial High School

Busy, hardworking, motivated and dedicated are the words that Samantha’s friends would use to describe her. Samantha’s passion is music, and she wants to share that passion as a music educator in an urban environment where she feels she can make a difference.

As a jazz saxophonist, she is committed to perfecting her craft through practice and performance.

Samantha travels regularly to New York City where she performs with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Youth Orchestra. In addition, Samantha Recipient Samantha Gilbert with Beth and Brian Berry (left) and Jill was able to perform at the Stevens (right) London Olympics with a jazz ensemble from her school.

Recently, in addition to spending time on her music and her academic studies, Samantha also found time to chair a highly successful fundraiser for a local food bank. The fundraiser, which was sponsored by the National Honor Society, included live music from the performing arts academy and was considered the best of recent fundraisers. Samantha names her mother and her teachers as her inspirations for continuing on to college.

Samantha is attending Temple University.

Dorothy L. and Justin R. Tucker Scholarship Fund Monique Atkinson East Hartford High School

Monique has a dream of becoming a journalist. She wants to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves and travel around the world as a foreign correspondent. She sees herself as an “advocate for those who deserve liberty and freedom from harm.” During her high school years, Monique was involved in a variety of school activities. She was a member of the National Honor Society and a College Board AP Scholar.

Monique also wrote a monthly column concentrating on the field of education for her town’s newspaper. She focused on providing the student’s point of view. Inspired by her mother, Monique is determined to succeed in making the world a better place. As an entering freshman majoring in journalism, with a minor in international studies, she will soon be on her way to realizing her dream.

Monique Atkinson: “I radiate with excitement when I think of the possibilities my pen has to make an impact. When I become a journalist I will be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.”

Monique will attend Boston University.

Alan Davis Bloomfield High School

Alan set a school record in the Pinewood Derby for distance traveled by a mousetrap car that he built for a physics competition, but his goals are much bigger than that. Having to create for himself a way out of an unstable living arrangement, Alan would say that “adversities do not define who you are; it is what you do with the challenges you face that makes you who you are.” Being his own self-advocate, keeping himself focused on school, and finding places to live were all challenges that Alan accepted. Although he is certainly mature, intelligent and resourceful, recognizing the distance traveled more accurately predicts success in Alan’s future.

Alan is attending Duke University.

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Dorothy L. and Justin R. Tucker Scholarship Fund Daniel Clark Perkins Fund Korinne Fruster East Hartford High School

According to her school counselor, “Korinne has a strong sense of leadership, with kindness in her approach.”

Although her parents taught her to speak up if she had something to say, it took Korinne years to find her voice. Korinne had to gain confidence and security before she could be brave enough to stand up for herself.

Now she has turned that energy outward and become a voice for others who need one. Korinne says, “a voice brings the potential to move mountains and open eyes and minds to new worlds.” It’s no wonder that communications in her intended major.

Korrine will attend Lasell College.

Thomas J. Villano Scholarship Fund Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Fund Joshua Crittenden Metropolitan Learning Center, Bloomfield

Josh is a well-rounded young man. His grades speak for themselves, with many advanced placement and honors classes to make his grade point average even more admirable. Josh’s school counselor praised his persistence and leadership skills, both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. “He revels in the intellectual exchange of ideas,” said one teacher. Josh is also an athlete who participated on the varsity cross-country, indoor and outdoor track teams. His after-school activities included working with Student Abolitionists Stopping Slavery, the school newspaper and the Global Connections program. In his community, Josh has been a member of the Windsor Police Cadets for five years, gaining leadership and decision-making skills, and volunteering in community programs. He also participated in the Greater Hartford Male Youth Leadership Program and is a member of his church youth group.

Joshua is attending the University of Connecticut.

Elmer Cooke Young – Ethel Taylor Young Scholarship Fund Janae Baker Windsor High School

Janae’s school counselor said, “She possesses a calm maturity that is rarely seen in high school…and it is no surprise that she was elected student council president.” In her two years on the council, she encouraged other students to get involved and increased participation in student government. Janae channeled this same enthusiasm into her volunteer work with the Windsor Giants youth football team and cheerleaders, leading fitness routines and choreographing, as well as encouraging the youth to do well in school. Her strong interest in pharmacology as a college major influenced her choice of classes in high school. Encouraged and inspired by her parents, Janae’s pre-calculus teacher said her “intelligence and strong foundation” made her the top student in the class. Her chemistry teacher said her “ability and persistent hard work have prepared her for rigorous college work.”

Janae is attending Northeastern University.

Stacy Bawuah Glastonbury High School

Stacy’s list of extracurricular activities includes Student Council, the Cultural Diversity Club, Big Sisters, the Debate Club and the Peer Educators Club. She represented her high school at a Connecticut Girls State Conference and has participated in Common Ground, a leadership program for youth. Stacy describes herself as someone who loves to learn, a trait that will serve her well in her pre-med program. Her high school advisor, who describes Stacy as “well-rounded, creative and hardworking,” is confident that Stacy has what it takes to succeed in college.

Stacy will attend the University of Connecticut.

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Emily Bengtson Glastonbury High School

Emily has always loved working with children. In addition to being a 4H Emily Bengtson: camper, serving as a 4H counselor and basketball coach, she has also “I want to ensure that the worked with children with special needs. Her college search focused on children I work with have schools that had strong education programs. Teaching will be a natural equal opportunities to live way for Emily to continue what she loves doing. In high school, where their lives to the fullest.” she participated in sports and volunteered for various causes, Emily also took on the leadership role of president of the student body. Since the death of a classmate in a drunk driving accident, Emily has been volunteering with the Safe Kids project and is passionate about its mission. Emily had the opportunity to participate in a French exchange program and her French teacher describes her as a student who “has the ability to collaborate with others in such a way that everyone achieves their highest potential.”

Emily will attend the University of Delaware.

David Jardim Windsor High School

David comes from a family of educators, so he has always been inspired to go to college and look for challenging learning opportunities. David is most proud of his extensive work in his school’s robotics program, where he learned time management and teamwork, and felt a sense of accomplishment after reaching goals.

He got his first computer at age five and was mesmerized by its ability to save information. Many words used to describe David seem to be opposites, but they actually highlight the balance in his life—serious/joking; musical/math; action/reaction; technology/brainpower. The most important combination of them all may be David’s natural intelligence paired with his work ethic.

David is attending the University of Connecticut.

Stefan Keilich Windsor High School

With family support and advocacy for him as a student with dyslexia, Stefan has excelled academically. He feels that dyslexia has given him an incredible drive to succeed and views it as a gift, not an adversity. As an active volunteer, Stefan is a well-rounded student who ranked seventh in his class. He served as a student representative to the Board of Education in Windsor. Stefan wants to make history like Ford or Edison and hopes to benefit all mankind. He was involved with the Electronathon Club in high school and built two cars for a welder competition. After 90 hours on the project, Stefan proudly drove the vehicles in the Lime Rock Park driving race competition. He plans to major in mechanical engineering, with a minor in electrical engineering.

Stefan will attend the University of Hartford.

Peyton Tiroff Glastonbury High School

Maturity comes in many forms. Some students complete college before they fully appreciate the opportunities available to them. Not Peyton. He is serious about his college career and plans to utilize all possible resources to help him succeed. His intellectual curiosity will drive Peyton to explore and experiment in many areas, not just in his intended computer science major. He will continue to challenge himself to think outside the box.

When Peyton faces a challenge and starts to question his abilities, he will remember to ask himself, “why not?” because he believes the greatest barrier would be refusing to try.

Peyton is attending Northeastern University.

Leonard Lockhart, Jr. Windsor High School

Knowing exactly what you want to do with your life is a rare gift. After years of being a member of the Windsor Fire Explorers and participating in the Connecticut Fire Academy, Leonard plans to go to college for critical training in Fire Science and then become a firefighter and advance through the ranks into leadership positions.

“Exuberance” is the word used to describe his excitement for this work; “charisma” is what enables him to share this passion with others. There’s no doubt that he will be a positive force in his community as he works toward his goal of protecting property and saving lives.

Leonard will attend the University of New Haven.

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First-time recipients from funds held at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving The Hartford Foundation congratulates the following students and acknowledges the generosity of the individuals, families and organizations that have created funds to make these scholarships possible.

This list includes students who have received first-time awards as of July 1, 2014 for the 2014-15 academic year.

Joyce and Philip Acquaviva Fund Kirstin Carr Audrey Gallo Kelley Miller Nikole Prescott

Suffield High School Farmington High School Glastonbury High School Bloomfield High School

Brian A. Aselton Memorial Scholarship Emily Buyak Dakotah Manson Richard Medina, Jr. Joseph Mormino Morgan O'Connell Jamie Sanzo Matthew Sauvron Kelly Stoldt

Wethersfield High School Torrington High School Newington High School Simsbury High School Tolland High School Wethersfield High School Plainville High School East Hampton High School

Jackson-Batchelder Family Scholarship Orlando Romero Escobar

University High School of Science and Engineering, Hartford

John Bell and Lawrence Thornton Scholarship Laina Rivers

Hampton University

Lebbeus F. Bissell Scholarship Catherine Bartol Matthew Bilmes Michelle Correia Olivia Whitehead

Rockville High School, Vernon Rockville High School, Vernon Rockville High School, Vernon Rockville High School, Vernon

David T. Black Memorial Fund Samuel Merrill Gina DiBenedetto

William H. Hall High School, West Hartford Franklin and Marshall College

J. Leo Bodo Scholarship Desiree Penrod Mackenzie Zapata

Killingly High School Killingly High School

Donald and Dorothy Bonelli Puerto Rican Education Fund Yodiel Cruz

A. I. Prince Technical High School, Hartford

Patricia L. Coombs Scholarship Fund Vania Legall

University of Saint Joseph

Phyllis Kosiorek Cordner and Roy R. Cordner Scholarship Alexis Campbell Kaylee Campbell Tiease Furze Mackenzie Granger Clara Ramirez (center) with her mother (left) and donor Michael Decicco

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Craig Lauzon

Manchester High School East Catholic High School, Manchester Manchester High School East Catholic High School, Manchester East Catholic High School, Manchester

Dominique Moore Dakin Neff Jacob Ott Savanna Smith Erin Yates

Rockville High School, Vernon East Catholic High School, Manchester Rockville High School, Vernon Manchester High School Manchester High School

Joy V. Decicco College Scholarship Clara Ramirez

Farmington High School Farmington High School Farmington High School Farmington High School Farmington High School

Ethel Cushing Gardner Fund Scholarship Ryan Whittenburg

Berklee College of Music

Glastonbury Memorial Scholarship Sadat Ahsan Anthony Anisimov Stacy Bawuah Paige Brunner Kathryn Cavanna Briannon Chester Kelly Chuquihuanca David Diaz Angelica Gill Danielle Horan Brandon Maieli Brianna Mendrell Carol Ortega Valeria Pinzon-Mendez Nicholas Scalise Haley Streeter

Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School

Kristine Barbara Guest Memorial Fund Scholarship Alysia Clymer

Conard High School, West Hartford

Hartford Whalers Booster Club Scholarship Connor Wyllie

Conard High School, West Hartford

Barbara Kelco Memorial Scholarship Samantha Gilbert

Avon High School Avon High School

Ray Lachat Memorial Award Katherine Wegener

Conard High School, West Hartford

Eric T. Mahoney Memorial Fund Matthew Reinhardt

Granby Memorial High School

Glastonbury High School

The Middlebury Fund Scholarship Emma Beaulieu Madeline Bosco Haley Callahan Justin Cipriano Hailey Marquis John McKernan Dwayne Moore Stephen Niesobecki Elizabeth Savarese Eric Walsh

Westover School, Middlebury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury Pomperaug High School, Southbury

Douglas J. Myers Scholarship Matthew Giuffrida Patrick Manders

Conard High School, West Hartford Conard High School, West Hartford

NSDAR - Marjorie P. Nutt Scholarship Lucia Duenas-Bianchi

Glastonbury High School

Carl P. Palazzotto “P.M.A.� Scholarship Christopher Fernandez

Somers High School

Jennifer Hodges Fund Scholarship Molly Swanson

SarahKatherine Mascoli Sara Stokesbury

Bulkeley High School, Hartford

Farmington UNICO Scholarship Melanie Gonzales NiaMarie Jackson Chia-Yi Jean Christina Welch Courtney Welch

Kristin Kepner & Kimberly Kepner McCahill Memorial Scholarship

Conard High School, West Hartford

Drs. Nima Patel and Daniel McNaughton Scholarship Nicholas Ehr Shannon Francis Alejandro Rodrigues San Andres Teyana Whyte

University of Connecticut Classical Magnet School, Hartford High School, Inc., Hartford Hartford Public High School Academy of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Ritter Family Scholarship Lirim Mehmeti Devi Palaguachi Coral Tommervik

Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School, Hartford Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School, Hartford Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School, Hartford

Julie Veilleux Memorial Scholarship Nicole Cartier Jacqueline Kenny

South Windsor High School South Windsor High School

Emma Waldo Scholarship JoAnn Faust Kelley Miller Carol Ortega

Branford Hall Career Institute Glastonbury High School Glastonbury High School

Roosa Family Scholarship Dae'ja Josey

Talcott Mountain Academy of Science, Mathematics & Technology, Avon

Lillian W. and William B. Welden Fund Scholarship Gabriella Martinez Michael McFolley

Simsbury High School Simsbury High School

Samuel A. Roth Scholarship Alexis Jelm

Nathan Hale-Ray High School, East Haddam

Bill and Maxine Schortman Scholarship Trisha Knibloe Taylor Walker

East Windsor High School East Windsor High School

L. Wynne Wister Memorial Scholarship Love Anderson Rayvon Gregory Erika Porras Virginia Robinson

Bloomfield High School Bloomfield High School Bloomfield High School Bloomfield High School

Amiel P. Zak Scholarship Town and County Club Fund Paula Berson Kimberley Bouchard Afi Dzidzinyo Thea Krizmanich Kellianne LeBlanc Jennifer Schackner

Louise Wilson

Manchester Community College University of Hartford Capital Community College Trinity College Asnuntuck Community College Trinity College

Hartford Foundation Community College Scholarship Program The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is pleased to list recipients of the Community College Scholarship Program. The recipients will be attending a local community college in the fall.

Community College Scholarship Ma Gyi Jaricheliz Gonzalez Olivia McCormick Alejandro Rodrigues San Andres

Bulkeley High School, Hartford Sport and Medical Sciences Academy, Hartford East Hartford High School High School, Inc., Hartford

Roxanne Cave Scholarship Ke’Misha Anderson

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The first scholarship awards by the Hartford Foundation were made in 1945.

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Graduate School Scholarship Award Recipients In addition to undergraduate scholarships, the Hartford Foundation takes pride in awarding scholarships to students continuing their education in graduate school. Below are the names of first-time graduate school scholarship recipients in 2014.

American Marketing Association-Connecticut Chapter, Anna C. Klune Memorial Scholarship David Dougherty Kelley Brady

University of Connecticut School of Business Fairfield University

Sylvia Parkinson Scholarship Harrison Hayward

Chindhuri Selvadurai

Neda Shahriari

University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine

Mae Passini and Juliet Anderson Memorial Fund Jessica Urban-Jack

University of Saint Joseph

Dr. Sidney Rafal Memorial Fund Young Son

Recipient Kelley Brady with Tammy Capone Stanard (left) and Celia Bozsum (right)

University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine

Peter T. Steinwedell Scholarship Rachel Elkey Colleen Krmpotich Megan Mancini

University of Hartford University of Saint Joseph University of Hartford

Dr. Frank and Florence Marino Scholarship Melissa Dion

Rina Desai

Alexander Goldowsky Andrew Staron

University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine University of Connecticut School of Medicine and of Dental Medicine New York University School of Medicine New York Medical College

ALL of our scholarship recipients have done community service; many have also worked part-time jobs.

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Donors The Hartford Foundation acknowledges with gratitude the generous individuals and organizations that have contributed $50 or more to scholarship funds from July 1, 2013 to July 15, 2014. *=DECEASED

A Plus Installation LLC Action Bail Bonds LLC Mr. and Mrs. Krishan M. Agrawal Mr. and Mrs. Leonard D. Albert Mrs. John E. Allen Ms. Sally H. Allen Mrs. Robert L. Aller Attorney Joshua F. Alloy Mr. George H. Amenabar, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Andrew, Jr. Mrs. Nora B. Anthony Mrs. Carolyn Arvidson Mr. and Mrs. John Aselton Mr. and Mrs. William I. Atwood Ms. Gay B. Ayers Dr. and Mrs. Derrick A. Bailey Ms. Mary J. Barneby Ms. Margaret Barnicle and Mr. Fred Percival Mrs. Jane M. Bartlett Ms. Sara Batchelder The Honorable Robert E. Beach, Jr. Ms. Frances H. Beckerman Mr. and Mrs. Brian A. Berry Mr. and Mrs. Gerard A. Berube Jeane M. Best, DDS Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bisaillon Mr. Arthur L. Blakeslee IV Dr. and Mrs. Bradford M. Blanchard Dr. and Mrs. Jack N. Blechner Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Bocchini Ms. Nancy A. Brennan Sybille Brewer, MD Dr. and Mrs. William R. Bronson Ms. Sherry L. Brown Ms. Kay Miller Browne Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Buccilli Mr. and Mrs. Harold C. Buckingham, Jr. Mr. Thomas A. Caffrey Mrs. Eleanor Caplan

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Mr. and Mrs. Austin Carey Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Carrier Mrs. Mary L. Carsky Mr. and Mrs. David Carson Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Cartland Mr. and Mrs. Jason P. Caruso The Honorable John R. Caruso Ms. Janet M. Castricum Mr. and Mrs.* Richard H. Cave Law Offices of Scott M. Charmoy, LLC Chicago Sam's Sports Bar & Grill Mr. and Mrs. Charles Claffey, Jr. Ms. Constance Clark Mr. and Mrs.* William E. Clark, Jr. Ms. Elaine M. Coffin Dr. and Mrs. James C. Collias Mr. and Mrs. Frederick C. Copeland, Jr. Honorable and Mrs. Alfred Covello Mr. Kevin F. Crosby Mr. and Mrs. Lucien Dallaire Ms. Kathleen S. Dauria Mrs. Barbara O. David Mr. and Mrs. Eddie L. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dean Mr. Michael Decicco Mr. Alvin De Fusco Dr. and Mrs. Arthur C. DeGraff, Jr. Ms. Carla Demers Mrs. John DeQuattro Drs. Booker T. and Elena L. DeVaughn Cynthia and Dallas Dodge Mr. Michael H. Dodge Mrs. Barbara F. Donahue Dr. and Mrs. James O. Donaldson III Mr. and Mrs. Brooks W. Dorn Mr. Charles S. Douglas Ms. Helen N. Douglas Mr. and Mrs. Sam Dubelman Ms. Joan T. Dusard

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Mr. and Mrs. John H. Eickel Ms. Louise C. England Mr. Matthew F. Eppinger Mr. Robert M. Fechtor Mr. Allen J. Feinberg Mr. and Mrs. Herman T. Fishbein Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Fisher Mr. and Mrs. William W. Fisher, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John Fiske Mr. and Mrs. Karl Fleischmann Drs. Stuart M. and Amy L. Forman Dr. and Mrs. Alexander J. Fortier Mr. Christopher Fraleigh Mrs. Sydney Fuller Ms. Sylvia Gafford-Alexander Mr. and Mrs. Philip J. Gardner Ms. Taruna Garg Mr. and Mrs. Alfred J. Garofolo Ms. Sue Ann Garro Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Z. Gauches Ms. Christine P. Gaudio Mr. and Mrs. Michael I. German Mr. John A. Gettier Ms. Jennifer Giantonio Ms. Patty Giardi Mr. Thomas M. Giardini Ms. Susan Gibson Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Goldfarb Mr. and Mrs. Stanley W. Goldman Ms. Barbara V. Goodrich Ms. Genevra Goodwin Mr. Matthew Dallas Gordon Ms. Mary Lynn Gorman Mr. Michael J. Gorman Ms. Carol E. Gourlie Mrs. Harry J. Gray Mr. R. Nelson Griebel Ms. Bette S. Gutt Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hamblett Reverend and Mrs. Donald L. Hamer Ms. Marjorie H. Hamer Mr. and Mrs. Gerard O. Haviland

Mrs. James T. Healey Ms. Gabriella R. Hebert Ms. Sheila M. Hennessey Mrs. Mary F. Hennessy Dr. and Mrs. William J. Hewett Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hincks Mr. and Mrs. M. John Hopkins IV Ms. Nancy A. Hronek Mrs. Polly L. Pasternak Huntington Mr. Ernie Hutt Ms. Brooke M. Jackson Dr. and Mrs. Wells C. Jacobson Ms. Teresa Jarvis Ms. Cynthia Jaworski Mr. and Mrs. James G. Jewell Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Joslin Mr. Peter Jung Attorney James F. Kane Mr. Philip G. Kane, Jr. Mr. John Karrer Ms. Roberta A. Kaufman Mr. and Mrs. John B. Keane Mr. and Mrs. Girard Keeler Ms. Barbara J. Stokel Kiefer Mrs. Charles A. Kelland, Jr. Ms. Karen A. Kelleher Dr. Marian F. Kellner Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Kelly Ms. Amy Kidd Mr. and Mrs. Aaron W. Kinne Mr. and Mrs. Tracy W. Klay Ms. Deborah Koltenuk Mrs. Walter O. R. Korder Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Kuhn Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kuhni Mr. and Mrs. Louis G. La Fleur Mrs. Judith H. Lawes Mrs. Theresa LeDuc Mrs. Betty Leete Mrs. Billie Levy Attorney Margaret P. Levy

In 2013, the Hartford Foundation provided nearly $1.3 million in support of scholarships at 2-year and 4-year colleges for more than 600 students from Greater Hartford.

Mr. and Mrs. Brian H. Lindroth Mrs. John Liner Ms. Lynn G. Lochhead Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Lombardo Mr. and Mrs. David W. Lybass Dr. Robert W. Lyons Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth W. MacCormac Mrs. Laverne Mahoney Ms. Faith Margison Mrs. Frank S. Marino Ms. Mary-Jane C. Mastrobattista Mrs. Sandra J. Mather Mr. and Mrs. Lauchlin H. McLean Ms. Linda J. Mead Mr. Ryan Mecca Mrs. Marlene Melcher Ms. Yvette Meléndez and Mr. Carl T. Chadburn Mr. Harry E. Meyer Mr. Todd Miller Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence V. Mowell Dr. and Mrs. Robert Mueller Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Murphy Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Murray Mr. and Mrs. William Murray Murtha Cullina LLP Mr. and Mrs. Donald Myers Mr. Thomas D. Nalband Mrs. M. S. Niehaus, Jr. Mrs. Lillian Nolan Ms. Sara Cree Norris Attorney Shelagh O'Neill Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Pabich Ms. Janice B. Parrotta Mrs. Donald D. Pascal Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Payne Mrs. Marilyn C. Pease Ms. Elizabeth A. Perrin Mr. Franklin Perry The Honorable Ellen Ash Peters Ms. Lorraine Petricone

Attorney Suphi A. Philip Mr. Henri J. Picard Ms. Sarina Piergrossi Mrs. Judith Pinney Ms. Lucy G. Potter Attorney Shirley M. Pripstein Dr. and Mrs. Asghar Rahaghi Ms. Asha Rangappa Mrs. Emily W. Rankin Mr. and Mrs. Michael Reilly Mrs. Carolyn P. Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Dale Richter Mr. and Mrs. William L. Riley The Ritter Family Ms. Malinda Rivera Mr. Curtis Robinson Attorney Wilfred Rodriguez Attorney and Mrs. Donald L. Rome Mrs. Helen Roth Mrs. Susan Varnum Smith Rubin Mr. and Mrs. David T. Ryan Ms. Amy F. Sailor Mr. and Mrs. Jerome C. Salad Ms. Diana L. Salopek Dr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Sappington Mrs. Mary T. Sargent Dr. and Mrs. James T. Sayre Mr. and Mrs. Henry S. Scherer, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. J. David Schnatz

Ms. Namita T. Shah Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Shepard Mr. and Mrs. William S. Shipp Ms. Gretchen S. Skelley Mr. and Mrs. Nelson A. Sly, Jr. Ms. Elenor C. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Errol A. Smith Attorney and Mrs. Robert H. Smith, Jr. Ms. Linda B. Sonnenblick Ms. Marion G. Spear St. Onge, Steward, Johnston & Reens LLC Mr. and Mrs. William Stellmacher Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Stewart Mrs. George D. Stoughton Sumner Gerard Foundation Mr. Michael A. Szewko Dr. Jacqueline A. Harris Taback Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Tavares Ms. Joan E. Thomas Ms. Raquel Thomison Ms. Ruth G. Timme Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Tracy Dr. and Mrs. Clarence L. Trummel Dr. and Mrs. Douglas H. Viets Mr. Michael T. Villano Mr. Vincent P. Villano Ms. Barbara H. Voskowsky

Ms. Lynn Hayden Wadhams Ms. Irma R. Wallin Mrs. Beverly B. Walton Mrs. Barbara G. Washburn Mr. and Mrs. John M. Washburn Ms. Stephanie Weinstein Wells Road Intermediate School 6th Grade Team Mr. Arnold West Dr. Dorothy Fishman Wetstone Mr. and Mrs. James A. White Stephen P. Whittemore, CLU, ChFC, CASL Mrs. Louise M. Wilder Mr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Wilkin Ms. Deborah G. Willard Mr. and Mrs. Wendell T. Willingham Ms. Betty J. Willis Ms. Elease E. Wright Mrs. Eleanor E. Zajac Dr. and Mrs. Peter M. Zeman Mr. and Mrs. David K. Zwiener

Our 2014-15 scholarships recipients are multilingual!

• Chinese • Creole • French • Italian • Japanese • Latin • Spanish

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College Scholarship Recipients

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Some of the colleges and universities that Hartford Foundation scholarship recipients will attend are: Arcadia University

North Carolina A&T State University

Asnuntuck Community College

Northeastern University

Assumption College

Ohio State University

Becker College

Pennsylvania State University

Berklee College of Music

Quinnipiac University

Boston College

Sacred Heart University

Boston University

Saint Anselm College

Branford Hall Career Institute

Simmons College

Bryant University

Southern Connecticut State University

Bucknell University

Springfield College

Capital Community College

Temple University

Charter Oak State College

The Catholic University of America

Central Connecticut State University

Trinity College

Clark University

Tunxis Community College

College of the Holy Cross

Union College

Eastern Connecticut State University

University of Connecticut

Emerson College

University of Delaware

Fairfield University

University of Hartford

Fitchburg State University

University of Maryland

Goodwin College

University of Massachusetts

Gordon College

University of Miami

Hampshire College

University of New Haven

Hampton University

University of Rhode Island

Hofstra University

University of Saint Joseph

Lasell College

University of South Carolina

Long Island University

University of Vermont

Lyndon State College

Villanova University

Manchester Community College

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Western Connecticut State University

Morehouse College

Westfield State University

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Wheelock College

New York University

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Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

College Scholarship Recipients

About the Hartford Foundation The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, established in 1925, is the community foundation for 29 communities in the Hartford region. It is dedicated to putting philanthropy into action to create lasting solutions that result in vibrant communities within the Greater Hartford region. It receives gifts from generous individuals, families and organization, and in 2013 awarded grants of more than $29 million to a broad range of area nonprofits. For more information, visit www.hfpg.org or call 860-548-1888.

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