Scholarships 2016-2017
Dear Friends, Please join me in recognizing the academic excellence of our student-scholars, as well as the indispensability of our scholarship donors. The ECC Foundation has awarded more than $1.1 million over the past five years to students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and a commitment to furthering their educational and career goals. Many student-scholars continue their pursuit of academic excellence at a four-year educational institution, while others enter the workforce directly upon graduation, eager to begin their chosen profession. Their life experiences and stories are different, but one constant remains: the scholarship support these students receive from Erie Community College is an investment in their future—one made possible by our generous donor network. We could not offer the more than 850 scholarships we’ve made available over the last five years without the ongoing support of our donors. Your involvement helps illuminate our vision of opportunity and success to every student who chooses to attend Erie Community College, and together, we can continue to make a difference. Sincerely,
Jeff Bagel, CFRE Associate Vice President, Foundation & Alumni Relations Erie Community College Foundation
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Scholarships 2016-2017
We make every effort to be accurate. If there is an error or omission, please contact Chris Gengo at 716.851.1992 or fcongengo@ecc.edu Albert E. Adams Computer Repair Technology Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is named in memory of Mrs. Esther A. Matthews’ brother Albert E. Adams. Albert was an exceptional human being who taught in the Computer Repair Technology Department at ECC South Campus. He has been described as a “comrade, consultant, an image like you may never see again in your lifetime, a friend with an uncanny gift of intelligence and knowledge that people spend an entire lifetime learning and never achieve, a friend who never lost track of humanity in spite of his intellect, a friend to both man and beast.”
Administrators Association of ECC Scholarship Fund
The Administrators Association Scholarship assists family members of the AAECC-UAW to meet the financial demands of attending college.
Arthur Allen “Pass the Torch” Endowed Scholarship
The Allen Family and beloved friend Ted Wetzel established this endowed scholarship for the legacy of Arthur Allen. Arthur was a principal counselor and Associate Professor at Erie Community College. This award supports students in need and inspires students about the value of community service.
Jack D. Allen Endowed Memorial Scholarship
The family of Jack D. Allen established this memorial scholarship for non-traditional students attending ECC. Mr. Allen served local government and was involved in public service his entire life. He felt that the value of education was immeasurable and encouraged his children to pursue their educational dreams. His family wanted to keep his dream alive by giving disadvantaged ECC students an opportunity to pursue their goals.
Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
A scholarship for students who have a relative who graduated from Erie Community College/Erie County Technical Institute
Alumni Association Scholarship (Part Time Student)
A scholarship for students who have a relative who graduated from Erie Community College/Erie County Technical Institute
American Gas Association Scholarship
Natural gas is the foundation fuel for a clean and secure energy future and an economic revitalization for our country. The goal of this award is to develop a skilled workforce for the natural gas industry in the 21st century. The award is meant to encourage ECC students to enter the natural gas industry and to persuade them to become the industry’s future leaders.
Nat Bagel Memorial Scholarship
Nat Bagel enjoyed going to casinos and playing the slot machines. It brought him many hours of joy and entertainment, especially on the few occasions when he won. This memorial scholarship was established to help outstanding students enrolled in the Casino Gaming Machine Repair program earn their certificates so they can repair the machines that Nat so dearly loved.
Susan Barlow Endowed Wellness Scholarship
Named in honor of Susan Barlow who lost her battle with ovarian cancer, this scholarship is for ECC students with acute medical conditions who demonstrate financial need.
BASF/Adopt-A-School Scholarship Program
Supports students entering the Auto Body Repair Technology program
Dr. Arthur G. Baumeister Endowed Memorial Paralegal Scholarship
Dr. Arthur G. Baumeister was the founder and chairman of the Paralegal Department at Erie Community College until his death in 1985. This memorial scholarship was established for students who have a great love and respect for the law.
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Scott Bieler Scholarship
This award is given to deserving students who have managed to beat the odds by meeting and overcome tremendous adversity in pursuit of an education at ECC.
James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship
James Bierl, an ECC Professor in the Respiratory Care Department, founded this scholarship in memory of his son, James Luke Bierl. James Luke Bierl, a St. Francis High School graduate, lost his life in a car accident on May 14, 2008, after completing his second semester at ECC. This scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a health sciences degree.
Professor William Major Byers Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is for math students continuing their education at a four-year college or university.
Carubba Collision, Dupont and CARQuest Scholarship
Established to create opportunities for students entering the Autobody Repair Technology field
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Scholarship
This award assists students in the Culinary Arts & Hotel Restaurant Management programs.
Cheryl Chameli-Giumento Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Michele Langan, an ECC faculty member in the Biology Department, established this scholarship in memory of her student, Ms. Chameli-Giumento. Cheryl exuberated a zeal for life and learning. She was admired for her generosity, commitment to hard work, academic excellence, and personal growth. It is the hope of Ms. Langan that this endowment will commemorate her and allow Cheryl’s legacy to positively affect the lives of others.
Church to College Scholarship
With this scholarship churches award members of their congregation who are attending ECC.
Frank L. Ciminelli Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship award is designated for high school graduates who are continuing their education at Erie Community College.
Commitment to Excellence - Associate Degree Scholarship
Sponsored by the Erie Community College Foundation Board of Directors and the ECC Board of Trustees, this scholarship identifies students who exhibit excellence in all facets of life, both inside and outside the classroom. These scholarship recipients represent ECC as future success stories illustrating ECC’s motto Start Here, Go Anywhere.
Commitment to Excellence - Certificate Scholarship
Sponsored by the Erie Community College Foundation Board of Directors and ECC Board of Trustees, this scholarship identifies students who exhibit excellence in all facets of life, both inside and outside of the classroom. Additionally, these scholarship recipients will represent ECC as future success stories illustrating ECC’s motto Start Here, Go Anywhere.
David R. Conley Business Administration Memorial Scholarship
Founded by David’s widow and two sons in his memory. He graduated from ECC (North Campus) in 1978 with an A.S.S. in Business Administration. David always credited ECC for his formal higher education, and for this college providing a great foundation to build years of success in the world of business.
David R. Conley Respiratory Care Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of David R. Conley, a 1978 graduate of ECC and a double lung transplant patient (at the Cleveland Clinic). He was given the “gift of life” and this scholarship is presented to carry on that gift.
Lura L. Cook Endowed Scholarship Award
This scholarship, a gift from Lura L. Cook, a retired ECC English teacher, provides students with financial assistance and encouragement toward a four-year degree.
Kathleen Cusick Scholarship
Kathleen Cusick was an amazing professor in the Biology N department. Upon her death her family and we, as a department, chose a scholarship in her memory to honor her service to the college.
Ricky Costner, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
The parents of Ricky Costner, Jr. established this memorial scholarship to remember their son who enjoyed working in the hospitality field with his dad.
ECC Music Fine Arts Award Scholarship
Established by the ECC Humanities Department
ECC Foundation Merit Award Scholarship
This award was established by the ECC Foundation to recognize significant academic accomplishments by first-year students. Recipients have demonstrated a willingness to learn and have maintained an excellent high school record.
ECC Foundation ScholarshipSecond Year Student
Foundation scholarships are conferred upon second semester, full-time students who have demonstrated academic success and a commitment to excellence in their program.
ECC Honors Program Scholarship
The Honors Program Scholarship provides financial assistance to current, deserving students in the ECC Honors Program.
ECC Retirees Scholarship
Provides financial assistance to new or continuing students who require aid while attending ECC
Erie Community College Student Government Association Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship encourages and recognizes student leadership.
Eyewear by R.O.I. Ophthalmic Dispensing Scholarship
An alumnus of the college, Mr. John Alofs, created this scholarship through his business to benefit ophthalmic dispensing students.
Norman D. Farmer Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created to celebrate Norman D. Farmer’s life. Norman loved cooking and food. He prepared culinary wonders for both clients of his catering business and friends and family alike. One of his signature phrases was “Come to table”.
Jerrold Flaschner Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Jerrold Flaschner, an ECC Foundation board member, who believed in education and was passionate about the fields of graphic arts, printing and photography. He was the editor of Living Prime Time, an upbeat magazine with stories about Western New York. He was dedicated participant in many community organizations and worked for many worthy causes. This devotion provided him the opportunity to give back to his community that he said had been so good to him, his family and his business. Ever the optimist, Jerry Flaschner’s often said, “The best is yet to come”.
Ford Motor Company / Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Endowed Scholarship
Recognizing the importance of education for all, the Ford Motor Company created this endowed scholarship particularly for minorities and women with a preference given to Ford employees, retirees, and their spouses and children.
Cosmo “Corky” Fratello Scholarship
Cosmo was a professor and Department Head of the Ophthalmic Dispensing Program (now Vision Care Technology) for many years. He was very active in the ophthalmic community over his life. The Optical Society of WNY renamed an award in his honor after his death.
Sarah J. Gabel Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Created by Eileen E. Gabel in memory of her daughter Sarah, this scholarship supports students with special needs.
Grace Galanti/Anoinette Covelli Endowed Athletic Scholarship Award
This scholarship is given to an ECC female student-athlete who fits the criteria established by the ECC Athletic Department and must follow National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) eligibility rules.
Ralph Galanti Endowed Athletic Scholarship Award
This scholarship is given to an ECC male student-athlete who fits the criteria established by the ECC Athletic Department and must follow National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) eligibility rules.
Officer Frederick Garrasi III Memorial Scholarship
Frederick Garrasi, ECC Alumnus ‘10 had a dream of becoming a police officer and serving his community. Fred was both a campus public safety officer at ECC and a part time police officer for the Town of Evans. His friendly demeanor and professional attitude was infectious. In February 2013 he was rewarded for his hard work and dedication with a full time appointment to the Evans Police Department. In May 2013, he died suddenly. This scholarship was established to recognize a pre-employment student in the ECC Law Enforcement Academy.
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Brigette Nicole Gaskin Memorial Scholarship
Louise M. Kowalski established this scholarship in loving memory of her daughter, Brigette Nicole Gaskin, who died suddenly at the age of 14.
James D. Griffin Scholarship
Mayor Griffin knew firsthand the importance of education and also the difficulties faced when trying to complete an education while working to pay for that education. This scholarship helps qualified individuals with their finances, moving them forward in their educational pursuits. Applicants are residents of Erie County and demonstrate positive community involvement while participating in extra-curricular activities such as sports.
Health Sciences (formerly Allied Health) Endowed Scholarship
ECC Vison Care Technology Department established this scholarship for students majoring in one of the Health Sciences program.
Kerm Helmer /Ken Duke Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Kerm Helmer, the founding coach of the Varsity Bowling Program at ECC and the NJCAA. Under his leadership the team earned 37 NJCAA National Titles and even more Regional Titles. His teams also captured intercollegiate championships from some of the best 4 year and 2 year college bowling programs in the country. This scholarship continues because of the generosity of Ken Duke, ECC Alumnus ’78, ‘86, and former Varsity Bowling Team member and coach and his wife, Susan Duke, retired ECC Registrar at the City Campus.
James Henley, Jr. Book Award
This book award is given to both a male and female athlete graduate of South Park High School. Darryl Jackson founded it in memory of his brother James who played football for the South Buffalo Celtics.
Gerard J. Hutch Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of Gerard J. Hutch who loved the refrigeration industry. He was highly regarded as a successful businessman and owner.
Craig A Hyslop Memorial Scholarship
Craig A. Hyslop received his Nursing A.A.S. from ECC. His health care career spanned four decades, serving at several Buffalo area hospitals. At the time of his death in 2011, he was retired from the New York State Health Department. This scholarship was established to honor Craig’s dedication to the nursing profession.
Ingram Micro Achievement & Service Scholarship
The Ingram family, who founded Ingram Micro, believes in education and in giving back to the community. With this philosophy, philanthropic work and continuing education have become a way of life at the company. This scholarship is given to a student who realizes the importance of getting an education as well as volunteering in the community.
David Kaca Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of David Kaca. David was a TA for the Civil/ Construction Management Engineering Technology Department who was very well liked by both faculty and students.
KeyBank Scholarship
The KeyBank Scholarship supports educational aspirations of students residing in Western New York. Applicants must attend a two- or four-year accredited institution of higher education in one of the five Western New York counties (Erie, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Niagara or Orleans). KeyBank Scholarship recipients must be in good standing with their school, maintain a 2.5 GPA, and demonstrate a commitment to helping others through community service.
George F. Lamm American Legion Auxiliary Post #622 Scholarship
George F. Lamm was one of the first Town of Amherst servicemen to give his life for his country in World War I. As a machine gunner in Co. L, 7th Infantry Reg., 3rd Division, he was killed in the line of duty on July 15, 1918. At the time the 3rd Division played an important role in repulsing the German drive.
Thomas C. Leader Sr. Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Robert Leader created this scholarship in memory of his father, Thomas C. Leader to support respiratory care students in their final year of the program.
The Patrick P. Lee Foundation Term Scholarship
It is hoped that students pursuing careers in the Engineering and Technology fields will obtain full-time employment in the Buffalo-Niagara area upon completion of this program at ECC. This award assists students in achieving this goal.
The Legend Group Endowed Honors Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an Honors program student.
LensCrafters Scholarship
The LensCrafters Scholarship was created to recognize outstanding academic performance and leadership skills. Preference is given to students employed by LensCrafters.
David S. Leone Memorial Scholarship
The family of David S. Leone established this memorial scholarship to honor David who was diagnosed with Chronic Inflammatory Debilitating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) in the 1980s. Mr. Leone served 13 years as a Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority Police Office until forced to retire. David died October 5, 2009. His wife and daughter survive him.
Luciani Endowed Scholarship
The Lucianai Endowed Scholarship was established from a 2006 gift made by the Mrs. Assunta Luciani Estate. It was Mrs. Luciani’s hope that reicipients have an academic proficiency, moral aptitude and reside in Western New York. Priority is given to those applicants who live in the Sloan or Lovejoy area.
Kevin Malchoff National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Endowment Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Kevin Malchoff to assist individuals seeking a degree in the fields of either Hotel Restaurant Management or Culinary Arts.
Machine Tool Technology Endowed Scholarship
Established to provide scholarships to students enrolled in the ECC Industrial Technology Machine Tool Program
Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established from the estate of John Swanson. Mr. Swanson recognized the value of community colleges and specifically the outstanding nursing program at ECC. It was his core belief that by investing in ECC, he could provide an incredible tribute and legacy to his mother-in-law, Florence Meldrum, while also providing ECC students an opportunity to continue and excel in their educational endeavors.
Patricia Mertz and Wayne Mertz Mechanical Engineering Endowed Scholarship
Patricia Mertz, a former trustee of Erie Community College, and her husband Wayne Mertz, created this scholarship benefiting students in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program.
Middle Early College Chance Award Scholarship
Scholarship for an ECC Middle College student continuing education at a 4-year college or university (also known as the MCHS Chance Scholarship)
Gary Miller Memorial Scholarship
Gary earned his A.S. Degree from Erie Community College and was co-owner and former chef of the Deerhead Inn in West Seneca. His wife, Judy, created the Gary Miller Memorial Scholarship for Culinary Arts students to honor and memorialize Gary.
James P. Nagy Memorial Scholarship
Professor Nagy was a passionate believer in the power of education, especially in science and engineering. Throughout his career at ECC, he encouraged many young people to forge successful, productive careers in engineering and technology. His daughters, Jacqueline N. Wright and Linda N. Johnston honor his legacy at ECC by helping those students who hold similar promise.
National Grid Associate Degree Scholarship
The scholarship identifies and supports students entering the workforce.
National Grid Certificate
Awarded to a student in the Energy Utility Technology Certificate Program
Nesci Family Veteran’s Scholarship
Approximately 70% of veterans who return to school have exhausted their GI Bill benefits making a return to college very difficult. This award provides veterans the assistance needed to pursue their educational goals.
The New York Propane Gas Association’s John Ganey Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship provides assistance for a current HVAC student working toward an associate degree in Building Management and Maintenance.
The New York Propane Gas Association’s Elbert Stillwagon Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to full-time students in the Fire Protection Technology program
Niagara Frontier Subcontractors Association Scholarship
Assists a student that has selected to pursue or advance a career in the Western New York construction industry 7
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Steven Nowotniak Memorial Scholarship
Steven Nowotniak was a 1969 graduate of ECC who passed away unexpectedly one week after graduation. His classmates wanted to remember him with this scholarship and honor his love of Chemistry.
Bill & Mary O’Hare Endowed Scholarship
The O’Hare family started this scholarship in memory of their mother and father, who were dedicated teachers. This scholarship is given to students who have been accepted into a four-year college or university in a secondary education program preparing them for a teaching career.
Dr. John & Karen (Leone) O’Neil ‘69 Scholarship Award
Dr. John O’Neil started this scholarship as he approached the 40th anniversary of his graduation in 1969. John credits his former Erie Community College professors and staff with giving him the educational foundation that enabled him to transfer to Cornell University with two full years of credits.
Our Lady of Hope Scholarship
Established by Michael Taheri, this scholarship is for a first-time student new to Erie Community College. Recipients are expected to maintain good grades and provide community service at St Luke’s Mission of Mercy in Buffalo, NY.
Jason Pahl Memorial Restaurant & Hotel Management Scholarship
This scholarship supports and motivates students in their pursuit of a Culinary Arts career and helps to develop skills that enhance their self-image. Jason Pahl’s parents honoring their son’s culinary arts career and his love of the industry founded the scholarship.
Vernon J. Parks Endowed Honorary Scholarship
This award was established in memory of Vernon J. Parks who developed training programs for welders, technical and manufacturing personnel; and special programs for engineers. Vern coordinated grants with Erie Community College, South Campus, under CETA, and the University at Buffalo for API. As a member of the Workforce Development Department of ECC South, Vern helped to develop the industrial manufacturing training program.
Dr. Clarice Parrag Endowed Scholarship
Dr. Parrag credits ECC for starting her career after which she attended Rosary Hill College (now Daemen) and the University at Buffalo. Dr. Parrag returned to ECC and taught students in the Biology Department for 37 years. Her commitment to college continues with the creation of this award that provides assistance to students following the same path she took, a health care career at ECC.
Jaime L. Passanisi Memorial Scholarship
Established by family and co-workers, this award honors the dedication of Jaime L. Passanisi to both nursing and family. Her sense of purpose and accomplishment serves as a great example to her son. When Jaime’s life ended unexpectedly in 2012, at the age of 33, those who knew her best, created this scholarship to recognize her passion for life and care for others. The scholarship assists others in accomplishing their dreams of becoming a nurse.
Cheri Ann Paulin Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The parents of Cheri Ann Paulin established this endowment in the spring of 2012 in memory of their daughter who was a graduate of ECC’s Radiation Technology program. She died suddenly of an aggressive cancer, leaving behind a young son. As her father said, “This is the most important check I’ve ever written. It is so important to us that not only Cheri’s memory lives on, but also that worthy students can get the same quality education she received. I worked two jobs to make sure she could go to college and I want to make sure that other students can have a great education as well.”
Perseverance Scholarship for Veterans
This award is bestowed upon a US Veteran to honor scholarship donor, Myra Conley’s godson, a 3rd tour Staff Sergeant; father, a WWII veteran; and all who are serving or have served our country.
Daniel C. & Doris Penfold Scholarship
This scholarship honors Daniel C. Penfold’s father. Penfold said, “My father was a 100% disabled veteran from World War II and because of him I received a scholarship as a child of a disabled veteran for my undergraduate education. I was also an active duty officer and retired from the United States Army Reserve.”
The Hank Pirowski Endowed Scholarship
Established by the New York Association of Drug Treatment Court Professionals in memory of Hank Pirowski, one of the founding incorporators and an officer on its Board of Directors. This Association promotes and advocates for all facets of drug courts. Hank traveled the country advocating for drug courts, which earned him an induction to the Stanley M. Goldstein Drug Court Hall of Fame, and many other awards. Hank was a loyal New Yorker and U.S. Citizen, only leaving his home to serve as a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, with a tour of duty in Vietnam, for which he received many commendations. In 2008, Hank helped implement the first Veteran’s Treatment Court to Aid Military Men & Women following their service to the U.S.
Professor Paul Rellinger Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Erie Community College Professor Paul Rellinger
Matthew J. Reynolds Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Matthew was a 2004 graduate from ECC. He passed away while working toward his bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State College. This memorial fund was established by Matthew’s family to honor his commitment to better the community by aiding individuals in their pursuit of a college degree.
School of Dental Hygiene Scholarship
ECC provides the only Dental Hygiene program in this region. This scholarship supports a deserving dental hygiene student in attaining their career goals.
Seneca Data Scholarship
Awarded to a student in the Computer Repair Technology program
The Shanbhag Scholarship - 1st Year Student
Guided by the Hippocratic Oath: “I will teach them my art and will impart all my acquirement, instructions and whatever I know to all my pupils,” a local radiation oncologist created this scholarship to assist ECC’s radiation therapy students.
The Shanbhag Scholarship - 2nd Year Student
Guided by the Hippocratic Oath: “I will teach them my art and will impart all my acquirement, instructions and whatever I know to all my pupils,” a local radiation oncologist created this scholarship to assist ECC’s radiation therapy students.
Danielle L. Shipman, R.N. Memorial Scholarship
Danielle Shipman’s aunt, Brenda K. Smith, established this scholarship to help students intending to pursue careers as nurses.
Marlon B. Siegel Award
On behalf of Marlon’s vision—the education of competent and caring Respiratory Therapists—and to help preserve the memory of our friend and colleague who dedicated so much of himself to the College and to the Respiratory Care Profession this award was established in his memory.
Sylvia G. Simon-Ray Endowed Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of Sylvia Simon-Ray. Professor Simon-Ray was respected and admired by her students, colleagues, the administration and the staff of Erie Community College. She was dedicated to her students instilling a sense of worth and confidence and inspiring them to fulfill their dreams and encouraging them maintain academic excellence.
Diane Sina Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Diana Sina, a former member of the Office Management & Administration Department at ECC North.
Statler Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship assists students in the ECC Culinary Arts, Hotel Restaurant Management or Baking and Pastry Arts programs.
Students Supporting Students - Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship
This scholarship offers financial assistance to a non-traditional student who may be working full-time and have other life responsibilities & challenges while pursuing a college education.
Students Supporting Students - Single Parent Award Scholarship
This scholarship offers financial assistance to single parents pursuing a college education.
Students Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship
This scholarship offers financial assistance to a veteran student who has served our country and is now pursuing a college education.
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SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to students with high academic achievement who make a contribution to the diversity of the student body in their program or school, primarily by overcoming a disadvantage or other impediment to success in higher education.
Richard Terry Scholarship
Friends of Richard Terry created the Richard Terry Memorial Scholarship to honor him. Richard was an ophthalmic dispensing graduate from the Rochester area.
Thurman Thomas Endowed Distinguished Scholarship Award
This scholarship assists disadvantaged students within Erie County who are continuing their education at Erie Community College.
Sister Margaret Toohill Scholarship
The North Campus Newman Center established this scholarship in honor of Sister Margaret Toohill who was active in campus ministry at the ECC North Campus. Sister Margaret was known for the spiritual guidance she provided students, faculty and administration. She had a special compassion for the non-traditional, single parent female student.
Lydia A. Trezevant Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Rebecca E. Trezevant created this scholarship in memory of her daughter, Lydia Trezevant.
Frances J. VanDekken Memorial Scholarship
Established by Michael Foley, D.D.S. and the staff of Winning Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in memory of their beloved Practice Administrator, Fran VanDekken. Fran was admired for her leadership, exemplary professionalism, and passionate pursuit of the very best experience for the patient. She served as an excellent role model and mentor for many young women entering the dentistry field during the last two decades. When she lost her hard fought battle with multiple myeloma, this award was created to help a student who embodies her spirit and desire to excel within the profession of dentistry.
Connie Walmsley Memorial Scholarship
This award was funded by the Confrèrie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs to support a female student in the culinary arts who has participated with the Learning Garden.
Marcia H. Washousky Art Scholarship
Honoring Marcia H. Washousky, Professor of the Art Program at ECC.
Michael Washousky Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship creates opportunities for individuals to get a college education and realize the value of hard work and dedication to their community.
Dr. Agnes Cleary Webb Endowed Merit Scholarship
Established for outstanding ECC South Campus female students, this memorial scholarship was named after Dr. Webb who valued education and spent her lifetime encouraging others to improve themselves by furthering their education. Agnes is remembered for her generosity of spirit. She was a selfless problem solver, helper to those in difficulty and always willing to lend a helping hand.
WEREMS Wyoming Erie Regional Emergency Medical Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to EMT students who have no other source of funding beyond TAP/Pell.
Western New York Dental Group Dental Hygiene Scholarship
Western New York Dental Group, LLC and Dr. Robert A. Gianadda created this scholarship to support educational excellence and learning opportunities in the area of dental hygiene.
Marjorie E. White Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Marjorie E. White, a former professor in the Food Service Administration Department at ECC, now known as the Hospitality Management Department
Gwendolyn M. Whitmore Endowed Memorial Scholarship Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Endowed Award for Student Athletes Anthony J. Wittman Memorial Scholarship
Jason R. Yoder Memorial Scholarship
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In memory of Gwendolyn M. Whitmore, an ECC faculty member, who was dedicated to teaching and lifelong learning. She is remembered for her ability to make people feel good and her belief in helping everyone reach their potential. This scholarship, established by Ralph C. Wilson, Jr., assists exceptional athletic students with their education. Anthony J. Wittman was a highly decorated, 10-year veteran of South Carolina Law Enforcement. His service included street patrol, vice, narcotics, and assignments to state, multi-agency drug task force. The recipient of this scholarship reflects the qualities of citizenship, service, character and integrity exemplified by Officer Anthony J. Wittman. Jacob Gaik established this scholarship for his brother-in-law who died from Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017
Melissa Abbey
Elizabeth Bogardus
Liberal Arts & Science-General Studies Students Supporting Students Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship
Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Emojefe Akajagbor
Nursing Make an Impression Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Lydia A. Trezevant Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Clinical Laboratory Technician Thurman Thomas Endowed Distinguished Scholarship Award
Jeremy Anderson Dental Laboratory Tech Susan Barlow Endowed Wellness Scholarship George F. Lamm American Legion Auxiliary Post #622 Scholarship Daniel C. & Doris Penfold Scholarship Perseverance Scholarship for Veterans
Iesha Aughtry
Avonelle Brandon
Mark Breslin Baking and Pastry Arts Scott Bieler Scholarship
Daniel Brignon Respiratory Care David R. Conley Respiratory Care Scholarship
Paralegal Thurman Thomas Endowed Scholarship
Jonathan Britt
Mary Avino
Energy Utility Technology National Grid Certificate Scholarship
Nursing Students Supporting Students Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Sister Margaret Toohill Scholarship
Jesse Babcock Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Frank L. Ciminelli Endowed Scholarship
Rebecca Beaver Baking & Pastry Arts Statler Scholarship
Amy Bednasz Radiologic Tech The Shanbhag Scholarship - 1st Year Student
Tadhg Bernhardt-Gerow Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies ECC Foundation Scholarship - Second Year Student
Jennifer Bockhahn Architectural Technology-Construction Technology David Kaca Memorial Scholarship
Marissa Brzyski Dental Hygiene Alumni Association Scholarship (Part Time Student)
Matthew Buckley Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
David Buczek Energy Utility Technology National Grid Associate Degree Scholarship
Cherylrose Budd Baking & Pastry Arts Statler Scholarship
Taylor Caroll Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
Nicholas Celano Dental Hygiene Students Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship 11
Scholarship Recipients Jeffrey Ciminesi
2016-2017
Occupational Therapy Assistant Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Tammi Cogswell Occupational Therapy Assistant SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Sorren Cooke Occupational Therapy Assistant Erie Community College Student Gov. Assoc. Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Charmaine Crayton Early Childhood Education Erie Community College Student Gov. Assoc. Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship
Jennifer Cruttenden Mental Health Assistant Substance Abuse Cheryl Chameli-Giumento Memorial Scholarship
Matthew Dillon Culinary Arts Statler Scholarship
Wahida Dipa Liberal Arts & Science General Studies Commitment to Excellence Scholarship SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Timothy Duffy Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Matthew J. Reynolds Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Epaphrodite Dusenge Biomanufacturing Make an Impression Scholarship
Michael Eagan Computer Repair Technology Albert E. Adams Computer Repair Technology Endowed Scholarship Fund Nat Bagel Memorial Scholarship Seneca Data Scholarship
Roger Elliott Culinary Arts Nesci Family Veterans Scholarship
Tyonna Epps Paralegal Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student) 12
Kathryn Erdolino
Occupational Therapy Assistant Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Amy Escott Respiratory Care Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Michael Fitzgerald Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
James Flowers, Jr. Culinary Arts Statler Scholarship
Nicole Forsyth Nursing Make an Impression Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Scott Bieler Scholarship
Mackenzie Garby Construction Management Engineering Technology Niagara Frontier Subcontractors Association Scholarship
Shari Geblein Nursing Jaime L. Passanisi Memorial Scholarship Cheryl Chameli-Giumento Memorial Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Neil Gesicki Emergency Medical Technology: Paramedic WEREMS Wyoming Erie Regional Emergency Medical Scholarship
Rahel Ginzburg-Khavis Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies Dr. Clarice Parrag Endowed Scholarship
Cori Glendenning Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies Church to College Scholarship Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
Amani Grant Criminal Justice Anthony J. Wittman Memorial Scholarship
Kyecia Green Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Scholarship Recipients Mickel Green
2016-2017
Allison Johnson
Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
Jonathan Gustke
Lucia Johnson
Occupational Therapy Assistant James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Culinary Arts Ricky Costner Jr. Memorial Scholarship Jason Pahl Memorial Restaurant & Hotel Management Scholarship
Mengisteab Hailemariam Building Management & Maintenance American Gas Association Scholarship Fund
Rachel Johnson
Culinary Arts Jason Pahl Memorial Restaurant & Hotel Management Scholarship
Nursing Kathleen Cusick Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Danielle L. Shipman R.N. Memorial Scholarship Students Supporting Students - Single Parent Award Scholarship
Gregory Harwell
Mary Jonas
Industrial Technology Erie Community College Student Gov. Assoc. Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship Students Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship Industrial Technology Machine Tool Program Scholarship
Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Kathryn Harlock
Carlos Hennings Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
Lindsey Hirtzel Radiation Therapy Techonology Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
David Hnat Business: Business Administration – Transfer Mark Martin Past Chairman’s Scholarship Ingram Micro Achievement & Service Scholarship
Raymond Ijichi Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies ECC Retirees Scholarship
Dana Jeffrey
Katherine Kaminski Vision Care Technology KeyBank Scholarship James D. Griffin Scholarship
John Kaniecki Environmental Technology Geoscience Perseverance Scholarship for Veterans
Agerie Kebede Radiologic Technology: Radiation Therapy Technology Cheri Ann Paulin Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Antoinette Kelly Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies Students Supporting Students - Single Parent Award Scholarship Thurman Thomas Endowed Distinguished Scholarship Award
Youhyun Kim Business: Business Administration – Transfer Diane Sina Memorial Scholarship
Nursing James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship Gwendolyn M. Whitmore Endowed Memorial Scholarship Students Supporting Students - Single Parent Award Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Fire Protection Technology The New York Propane Gas Association’s Elbert Stillwagon Memorial Scholarship Gwendolyn M. Whitmore Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Matthew Jendrasik
Katherine Kochmanski
Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
Laura Kline
Respiratory Care Thomas C. Leader Sr. Endowed Memorial Scholarship
LaQuanna Abrams-Johnson
Jessica Kondal
Respiratory Care Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Food Service Administration-Dietetic Technology-Nutrition Care Lura L. Cook Endowed Scholarship Award 13
Scholarship Recipients Benjamin Konkle
2016-2017
General Studies Alumni Association Scholarship (Part Time Student)
Anita Lakareber
Jamilah McBryde
Liberal Arts & Science--General Studies Luciani Endowed Scholarship Scott Bieler Scholarship Students Supporting Students Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship Our Lady of Hope Scholarship
Alex Leader
General Studies Alumni Association Scholarship (Part Time Student)
Neal McCallum Business: Business Administration – Transfer David R. Conley Business Administration Memorial Scholarship Mark Martin Past Chairman’s Scholarship
Dyna Menden
Engineering Science ECC Foundation Merit Award Scholarship - First Year Student Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
Liberal Arts & Science-General Studies Sylvia G. Simon-Ray Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Enaya Lewis
Michelle Minorczyk
Nursing Craig A. Hyslop Memorial Scholarship Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Lydia A. Trezevant Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Sarah Liciaga Nursing Scott Bieler Scholarship
Michelle Lorden Hotel Restaurant Management Statler Scholarship
Jenna Ludlow Liberal Arts & Science Humanities & Social Science (Social Science Interest) Administrator’s Association of ECC Scholarship Fund
Laura Mack Occupational Therapy Assistant ECC Foundation Second Year Student
Emily Magrum Respiratory Care Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Marcus Maltby Nursing Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
Steven Manicki Civil Engineering Technology American Gas Association Scholarship Fund
Ashley Martinez 14
Halimah McBryde
Automotive Technology Administrator’s Association of ECC Scholarship Fund
Occupational Therapy Assistant Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student) Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
Saria Mohammed Liberal Arts & Science Humanities & Social Science (Social Science Interest) Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
Hibbah Mojawalla General Studies SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Michaela Morath Radiation Therapy Techonology Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Christine Mortimer Occupational Therapy Assistant Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Rachelle Moses Green Building Technology Arthur Allen “Pass The Torch” Endowed Scholarship Ingram Micro Achievement & Service Scholarship Pathway to Prosperity Scholarship Thurman Thomas Endowed Distinguished Scholarship Award
Scott Mundaniohl Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Students Supporting Students - Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship
Jamila Muzayad Liberal Arts & Science-Mathematics & Science (Science Interest) KeyBank Scholarship
Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017
Duc Nguyen
Philip Patricola
Liberal Arts & Science-Mathematics & Science (Science Interest) The Steven Nowotniak Memorial Scholarship
Liberal Arts & Science-General Studies Students Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship
Olga Nichyparuk
Grace Peters
Liberal Arts & Sciences - General Studies SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Culinary Arts Statler Scholarship
James Nieman
Brandon Ponosny
Information Technology James P. Nagy Memorial Scholarship
Business: Office Management Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student)
Nathanael Nimetz Civil Engineering Technology American Gas Association Scholarship Fund
Adeba Noor Business Administration Mark Martin Past Chairman’s Scholarship
Eric Nowak Food Service Administration-Dietetic Technology-Nutrition Care Lura L. Cook Endowed Scholarship Award
Asia Ntampuhwe Liberal Arts & Science-Mathematics & Science (Science Interest) Make an Impression Scholarship The Legend Group Endowed Honors Scholarship
Ella Odencrants Liberal Arts & Science Humanities & Social Science (Social Science Interest) ECC Honors Program Scholarship Scott Bieler Scholarship
Veniamin Oleinic Construction Management Engineering Technology Vernon J. Parks Endowed Honorary Scholarship
Brendan O’Rourke Construction Management Engineering Technology Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Sheyla Ortiz Baking & Pastry Arts Statler Scholarship
Abdirizak Osman Engineering Science Professor William Major Byers Endowed Scholarship
Caquan Palmer Liberal Arts & Science-General Studies Perseverance Scholarship for Veterans
Lindsey Porter Liberal Arts & Sciences - General Studies SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Kristina Powers Liberal Arts & Science-Mathematics & Science (Science Interest) KeyBank Scholarship
AnneMarie Puleo Automotive Trades: Autobody Repair Carubba Collision DuPont and CARQuest Scholarship BASF/Adopt-A-School Scholarship Program
Jesse Randolph Radiologic Technology: Radiation Therapy Technology Scott Bieler Scholarship Erie Community College Student Gov. Assoc. Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship
Jacob Ratigan Criminal Justice David S. Leone Memorial Scholarship
Samantha Rew Dental Hygiene Western New York Dental Group Dental Hygiene Scholarship
Dynell Riley Culinary Arts Ricky Costner Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Christina Ritchie Dental Assisting Frances J. VanDekken Memorial Scholarship
Audelis Rodriguez Liberal Arts & Sciences - General Studies Brigette Nicole Gaskin Memorial Scholarship SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Russell Russo Information Technology ECC Foundation Merit Award Scholarship - First Year Student
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Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017
Brian Sanchez
Allecia Uzar
Communication and Media Arts-Communication Arts Students Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship
Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Rachel Schroeder
Stephanie Valentin
Radiologic Technology: Radiation Therapy Technology The Shanbhag Scholarship - 2nd Year Student
Culinary Arts Kevin Malchoff National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Endowment Scholarship
Gloria Serrano Culinary Arts Statler Scholarship
Aime Shema Business: Business Administration – Transfer Diane Sina Memorial Scholarship
Erica Walker
Avraham Siegel
Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Danielle L. Shipman R.N. Memorial Scholarship
Liberal Arts & Science - Humanities SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Crystal Walter
Felicia Silver
Baking & Pastry Arts Statler Scholarship
Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Arien Singletary Culinary Arts Kevin Malchoff National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Endowment Scholarship
Abigail Smith Early Childhood Education Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
Richard Stawarz Computer Repair Technology Albert E. Adams Computer Repair Technology Endowed Scholarship Fund
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Abigail Vivian Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Dr. Agnes Cleary Webb Endowed Merit Scholarship Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
James Washington Clinical Laboratory Technician Sarah J. Gabel Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Andrea Weber Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Health Sciences Endowed Scholarship (Formerly Allied Health)
Tori Weber Liberal Arts & Science - General Studies Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
Jillian Willson Nursing Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship
James Summers
Melissa Wirth
Business: Business Administration – Transfer ECC Foundation Scholarship
Radiation Therapy Techonology Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Brittany Tanner
Yongmei Ye
Vision Care Technology Eyewear by R.O.I. Ophthalmic Dispensing Scholarship
Respiratory Care Thomas C. Leader Sr. Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Kimberly Taylor
Alyssa Yebernetsky
Business Administration: Office Management Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship
Liberal Arts & Sciences - General Studies SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship
Stephanie Thompson
Alyssa Zielinski
Liberal Arts & Science Humanities & Social Science (Social Science Interest) Marcia H. Washousky Art Scholarship
Occupational Therapy Assistant Patrick P Lee Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Donors 2016-2017
Albert E. Adams Computer Repair Technology Endowed Scholarship Fund Ms. Esther A. Matthews Administrators Association of ECC Scholarship Fund Administrators Association of ECC Arthur Allen “Pass the Torch” Annual Scholarship Mrs. Beatrice Allen, Ms. Naomi Cerre & Mr.Ted Wetzel Jack D. Allen Endowed Memorial Scholarship Ms. Betty L. Allen Alumni Association Scholarship (Full Time Student) ECC Alumni Association Alumni Association Scholarship (Part Time Student) ECC Alumni Association American Gas Association Scholarship American Gas Association Susan Barlow Endowed Wellness Scholarship National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Nat Bagel Memorial Scholarship Mr. Jeffrey Bagel & Friends BASF/Adopt-A-School Scholarship Program BASF & AkzoNobel Dr. Arthur G. Baumeister Endowed Memorial Paralegal Scholarship Mr. Arthur G. Baumeister, Jr. Scott Bieler Scholarship Mr. Scott Beiler ‘74 James Luke Bierl Endowed Memorial Scholarship Mr. James Bierl Professor William Major Byers Endowed Scholarship Professor William Major Byers Carubba Collision, Dupont and CARQuest Scholarship Carubba Collision, Dupont & CARQuest Chaine des Rotisseurs - Scholarships ECC Hospitality Management Department Cheryl Chameli-Giumento Memorial Endowed Scholarship Ms. Michele Langan and The Chameli Family Church to College Fund Various Faith Congregations Frank L. Ciminelli Endowed Scholarship The Frank L. Ciminelli Family Foundation Commitment to Excellence - Associate Degree Scholarship ECC Foundation Board of Directors and ECC Board of Trustees Commitment to Excellence - Certificate Scholarship ECC Foundation Board of Directors and ECC Board of Trustees David R. Conley Business Administration Memorial Scholarship Ms. Myra L. Conley David R. Conley Respiratory Care Scholarship Ms. Myra L. Conley
Lura L. Cook Endowed Scholarship Award Ms. Lura L. Cook Ricky Costner, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Costner, Sr. Kathleen Cusick Scholarship Ms. Diane Gardner ECC Foundation Merit Award Scholarship - 1st Year Student ECC Foundation ECC Foundation Scholarship - 2nd Year Student ECC Foundation ECC Honors Program Scholarship Dr. Marcia Gellin, Dr. Sabrina Caine & Ms. Christine Hendra ECC Music Fine Arts Award Scholarship ECC Humanities Department ECC Retirees Scholarship ECC Retirees Erie Community College Student Government Association Endowed Student Leadership Scholarship Erie Community College Student Government Association Eyewear by R.O.I. Ophthalmic Dispensing Scholarship Eyewear by R.O.I. Norman D. Farmer Memorial Scholarship Mr. Gregory Miller & Friends Jerrold Flaschner Memorial Scholarship Ms. Joy S. Flaschner Ford Motor Company / EEOC Endowed Scholarship US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Sponsor & Ford Motor Company, Corporate Co-sponsor Cosmo “Corky” Fratello Scholarship Optical Society of WNY Sarah J. Gabel Endowed Memorial Scholarship Ms. Eileen E. Gabel Ralph & Grace Galanti/Antoinette Covelli Endowed Scholarship Ralph & Grace Galanti and Eugene Covelli Officer Frederick Garrasi III Memorial Scholarship Friends of the Garrasi Family Brigette Nicole Gaskin Memorial Scholarship Ms. Louise Kowalski James D. Griffin Scholarship Mr. & Mrs. John & Maureen (Griffin) Tomczak and friends Health Sciences (formerly Allied Health) Endowed Scholarship ECC Vision Care Technology Kerm Helmer / Ken Duke Scholarship Mr. & Mrs. Ken & Susan Duke James Henley, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Mr. Darryl L. Jackson, Jr. Gerard J. Hutch Memorial Scholarship Ms. Nancy Jo Hutch
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Scholarship Donors 2016-2017
Craig A. Hyslop Memorial Scholarship Mr.& Mrs. Moira & Jeffrey Goldfarb Ingram Micro Achievement & Service Scholarship Ingram Micro David Kaca Memorial Scholarship Civil & Construction Management Engineering Technology Department KeyBank Scholarship KeyBank George F. Lamm Auxiliary Post #622 Scholarship George F. Lamm Post #622 Auxiliary Geraldine Collins LaNasa ’56 Emergency Fund Award Geraldine Collins LaNasa Thomas C. Leader Sr. Endowed Memorial Scholarship Mr. Robert Leader The Patrick P. Lee Foundation Term Scholarship Fund The Patrick P. Lee Foundation The Legend Group Endowed Honors Scholarship Legend Equities Corporation Lens Crafters Scholarship Luxottica David S. Leone Memorial Scholarship Mr. Samuel Leone Luciani Endowed Scholarship The Estate of Mrs. Assunta H. Luciani Machine Tool Technology Endowed Scholarship Metal Working Institute Kevin Malchoff National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Endowment Scholarship Mr. Kevin R. Malchoff Mark Martin Past Chairman’s Scholarship ECC Foundation Board Florence Meldrum Nursing Endowed Scholarship Estate of Mr. John Swanson Patricia Mertz & Wayne Mertz Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Mr. & Mrs. Patricia & Wayne Mertz Middle Early College Chance Award ECC Middle College Gary Miller Memorial Scholarship Ms. Judith Miller James P. Nagy Memorial Scholarship Ms. Jacqueline N. Wright and Ms. Linda N. Johnston National Grid Associate Degree Scholarship National Grid National Grid Certificate Scholarship National Grid Nesci Family Veteran’s Scholarship The Anthony Nesci Family The New York Propane Gas Association’s John Ganey Memorial Scholarship The New York Propane Gas Association 18
The New York Propane Gas Association’s Elbert Stillwagon Memorial Scholarship The New York Propane Gas Association Niagara Frontier Subcontractors Association Scholarship Niagara Frontier Subcontractors Association Steven Nowotniak Memorial Scholarship Alumni of the Chemical Tech Program 1969 Bill & Mary O’Hare Scholarship Family & Friends of Bill & Mary O’Hare Dr. John & Karen (Leone) O’Neil ‘69 Scholarship Award Dr. John & Karen (Leone) O’Neil ‘69 Ophthalmic Dispensing Scholarship Fund Friends of the Ophthalmic Dispensing Program Our Lady of Hope Scholarship Mr. Michael Taheri Jason Pahl Memorial Restaurant & Hotel Management Scholarship Mr. Francis V. Pahl & Friends Vernon J. Parks Honorary Scholarship Work Force Development Dr. Clarice Parrag Endowed Scholarship Dr. Clarice Parrag-Graney Jaime L. Passanisi Memorial Scholarship Family & Friends of Jaime Passanisi Cheri Ann Paulin Memorial Endowed Scholarship Deborah & John Paulin Daniel C. & Doris Penfold Scholarship Mr. Daniel Penfold The Hank Pirowski Scholarship New York State Association of Drug Treatment Court Professionals Perseverance Scholarship for Veterans Ms. Myra L. Conley Praxair Scholarship Praxair Foundation Prof. Paul Rellinger Memorial Scholarship Friends of Professor Paul Rellinger Matthew J. Reynolds Endowed Memorial Scholarship Norm & Diane Reynolds & Sarah Seweryniak Rosina Food Scholarship Rosina Food Products School of Dental Hygiene Scholarship ECC School of Dental Hygiene Seneca Data Scholarship Seneca Data Sylvia G. Simon-Ray Memorial Scholarship Mr. Buehl Ray The Shanbhag Scholarship – 1st Year Student Drs. Madhukar and Vilasini Shanbhag The Shanbhag Scholarship – 2nd Year Student Drs. Madhukar and Vilasini Shanbhag Danielle L. Shipman, R.N. Memorial Scholarship Ms. Brenda Smith
Scholarship Donors 2016-2017
Marlon B. Siegel Award ECC Respiratory Care Department Diane Sina Memorial Scholarship ECC Office Management & Administration Department - North Statler Foundation Scholarship The Statler Foundation Student Supporting Students - Non Traditional Student Award Scholarship ECC Allocations Committee Student Supporting Students - Single Parent Award Scholarship ECC Allocations Committee Student Supporting Students - Veteran Award Scholarship ECC Allocations Committee SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship SUNY, Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Richard Terry Memorial Scholarship Friends of Richard Terry Thurman Thomas Endowed Distinguished Scholarship Award Mr. Thurman Thomas Sister Margaret Toohill Scholarship Newman Center (formerly of ECC) Lydia A. Trezevant Memorial Endowed Scholarship Ms. Rebecca E. Trezevant Frances J. VanDekken Memorial Scholarship Staff of Winning Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Connie Walmsley Memorial Scholarship Confrerie de la Chaine Des Rotisseurs Marcia H. Washousky Art Scholarship Ms. Marcia H. Washousky Michael Washousky Memorial Scholarship Mr. Richard Washousky Dr. Agnes Cleary Webb Endowed Merit Scholarship Dr. Marion Perry & the Women’s Center - South Campus Western New York Dental Group Dental Hygiene Scholarship Western New York Dental Group Marjorie E. White Memorial Scholarship The White Family & Friends Gwendolyn M. Whitmore Endowed Memorial Scholarship Family & Friends of Gwendolyn M. Whitmore Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Endowed Award for Student Athletes Mr. Ralph C. Wilson / Buffalo Bills Anthony J. Wittman Memorial Scholarship Mr. Frank R. LaManna, Mr. & Mrs. Rebecca and Ronald Stock WEREMS Wyoming Erie Regional Emergency Medical Scholarship The Wyoming-Erie Regional Emergency Medical Services Council & Mr. Joseph Gonter Jason R. Yoder Memorial Scholarship Mr. Jacob Gaik
Scholarship Review Committee 2016-2017
Lee Backus
Kathy Hoffman
Erikson Neilans
Former ECC Foundation Board Member
ECC Retiree
ECC Instructor, Social Science
Ray Barker
Lauren Idzik
Ben Packer
ECC Associate Professor, Social Science
ECC Instructor, Social Science
ECC Executive Vice President, Student Affairs
James Bierl
Laurie Irish-Jones
Diane Pudlewski
ECC Foundation Board Member, Co-Chair Scholarship Committee
D.D.S., Former ECC Foundation Board Member
Sarah Izzo
ECC Foundation Board Member
ECC Professor & Department Chairperson, Respiratory Care
Elizabeth Cribbs-Fessler Instructional Support Specialist, South Campus General Studies
ECC Asst. Coordinator II, Financial Aid
Dorothy Johnston
Paul Danieu
ECC Asst. Professor, Hospitality Management
ECC Business Manager
Paul Lamanna
Susan Duke ECC Retiree
ECC Director, Campus Registrar
Michael Flanagan
Rick Mason
ECC Foundation Board Member, Co-Chair Scholarship Committee
ECC Foundation Board Chair
Chris Sansone Tom Schratz ECC Foundation Board Member
Susan Swarts ECC Trustee
Nathan Wallace Asst. Project Coordinator II, City Campus Student Services
Scott Weltjen ECC Director II, Financial Aid 19
Student Testimonials a mother of two, working full “timeAs and trying to set a good example for her children, this award was the perfect way to show them that if you try you can succeed.
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I am writing in appreciation of “your generous contribution to award a scholarship…I decided that I wanted to attend ECC to further my education and career goals.
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This scholarship has lightened my financial “burden and will allow me to focus more on the most important aspect of school, learning. ” Not only does this award act as a “powerful symbol which encourages me
to continue down the ambitious path that I have set for myself, but this has also come at a point in my life where I feel my efforts have been meritable but rarely acknowledged.
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With this scholarship, not only can “I continue my academics without the
worries of student loan debt, but I can be proud knowing I was selected for such an honor. I will encourage others to pursue greatness and only settle for their best.
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Juggling school and work to make ends meet is
exhausting…..(now) I will be able to breathe easier, and commit myself to being a truly deserving awardee.
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The Erie Community College Foundation raises funds for scholarships, capital projects, faculty enrichment programs and innovative educational and workforce development initiatives. The Foundation supports alumni and former students through special events, reunions and professional development.
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