A Community Paves the Way Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program

2010-11 Scholarship Recipients c o n t e n t s VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE Thank you to the members of the Hartford Foundation’s Volunteer 1 Thank You! Scholarship Committee for all of their hard work in interviewing 2 Hartford Foundation College finalists and recommending recipients for the Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program College Scholarship awards. 3 New Scholarships Available Gemma Baker Susan Myers 4 Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program Award Germán Bermúdez Chris Pandolfe Recipients Beverly Boyle Lucille Pelletier Corey Brinson Richard Pinder 20 First-time recipients from Kim Burris Tyler Polk funds held at the Hartford Marla Byrnes Susan Reinhart Foundation Britt-Marie Cole-Johnson Sue Shepard 22 Hartford Foundation Julie Corroon Gail Stafford Community College Nicholas Criscitelli Kathy Steinwedell Scholarship Program Booker DeVaughn Coreen Sunde Deb Grehn Dougie Trumble 23 Graduate student recipients Ilene Kaplan Anna Webersen 24 Donors to funds awarding Tom Mahoney Sherwood Willard scholarships Harry Meyer

3Cover photo and above: Scholarship recipients pose with Nancy Woodward, Hartford Foundation donor services officer; Linda J. Kelly, Hartford Foundation president, and Lewis Robinson, Hartford Foundation board of director’s chair, during the 6th annual scholarship recipient reception. Photo by Jake Koteen Photography T h a n k Y o u

Less than 40 percent of the U.S. population has a college Our communities thrive when the educational levels of the degree, either two-year or four-year, according to the residents are increased. A scholarship award has a Lumina Foundation. Higher education attainment levels are positive snowball effect — the benefits keep growing, long increasing in every industrialized or post-industrial country after the award is received. in the world except the U.S. (The U.S. would need 64 On behalf of our scholarship recipients, thank you! million additional college degrees to match other leading Your generosity has shown them how much the people of nations.) At this time of economic struggle in our nation, their community care and believe in them. The Hartford the necessity and value of a college degree for the Foundation and donors to scholarship funds offer these individual and our country is more important than ever. students an opportunity to change their lives. Together, Gifts to the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving this year, we will award close to $1.1 million in through a scholarship fund not only reward area students scholarships to residents of our community attending two- for their accomplishments and keep donors’ generous year and four-year colleges and universities across the spirit alive, it gives our recipients the chance to succeed in country. We invite you to read about the students who are college and after they graduate. Every time one of our about to embark on a successful future. We know you will recipients earns a college degree, we improve the be impressed and moved by their stories of courage, economy, and reduce the costs of crime, poverty and dedication, hard work, and perseverance. health care. Children who see their parents earn college degrees are more likely to earn a degree themselves. Thank you again for your support of our region’s students.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 1 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 more than $1.1 million in support of college scholarships to nearly 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 permanent endowments, which means that the Foundation will award scholarships to area students forever.

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

1. 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.

2. You can 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 — for residents of Greater Hartford.

3. You can contribute any amount to the Community College Scholarship Endowment Fund. Contributions are invested in our broadly diversified portfolio and the Fund makes three-year scholarship awards of increasing amounts. Currently, the awards are for graduating high school seniors attending a community college in the fall after their graduation from high school.

2 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients New Scholarships Available for High School Students to Attend Community College

High school students from the 29-town Greater Hartford region may be eligible for scholarships to community colleges, thanks to a new program created this year by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. To encourage Greater Hartford high school seniors to continue their education at community colleges — and advance job training opportunities — the Hartford Foundation Community College Scholarship Program will offer 45 scholarships over three years. The program will make awards to 15 students this year, adding 15 more students for each of the subsequent two years. As an incentive to complete an associate’s degree, the awards will increase for each of the three years, from $750 to $800 to $1,000. If the student completes community college in two years, the award for the third year will be available for the student to attend a four-year institution.

Students must meet the following criteria: • Be a graduating high school senior who attends school in or lives in Greater Hartford • Be entering a community college within Greater Hartford with a minimum enrollment of six credits (two courses) • Have a financial need • Be a volunteer in the community, school, or involved in Community College Scholarship Program recipients pose with Nancy Woodward, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving senior donor other extracurricular activities (may include jobs). services officer (second from left), Lew Robinson, Hartford Recipients may be enrolled in either certificate or Foundation board chair, and Linda J. Kelly, Hartford Foundation associate’s degree programs, with preference given to president (third from right). students seeking associate’s degrees. The scholarship could also assist students needing remedial classes. “This new program is also designed to help students address two other key issues: completion and debt,” said Nancy M. Woodward, who directs the Hartford Foundation’s scholarship program. “Many students often have difficulty earning an associate’s degree because of financial challenges,” she said. “As an example, many students at two-year schools are leaving with high levels of debt and often no associate’s degree. This new program is designed to help ease some of that burden.” The new Community College Scholarship Program is part of a comprehensive scholarship program at the Hartford Foundation that last year awarded more than $1.1 million to nearly 600 local students at two-year and four-year colleges and universities both in Connecticut and nationwide.

The First Recipients: Sheyla Aquino Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Brittany Brown Weaver High School Carlie Bump Newington High School Daniel Escalante Rocky Hill High School Andrew Feliciano East Hartford High School Giovanni Franceschini Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Joseph James Howell Cheney Technical Paulina Kuziara Rockville High School Jessenia Medina Conard High School Rebecca Mello East Hartford High School Jordan Wilcox Enrico Fermi High School

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 3 Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program Award Recipients

The following students were awarded scholarships from the Hartford Foundation College Scholarship Program. Applicants are interviewed and evaluated by the Foundation’s Volunteer Scholarship Committee. The awards are $3,000 each and the recipients are eligible to apply for a renewal award of the same amount for each of the following three years. The scholarship funds listed together, above the recipient(s) name, were pooled together to offer one award.

AB Club Scholarship Foundation Fund established by John D. Wardlaw Frederick G. Adams Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins

Shanique Russell By the time Shanique begins her college career at UConn, she will have earned 12 college credits Weaver High School from Capital Community College where she has been taking summer courses during high school to prepare her for college. She did this of her own initiative to prepare for college-level work. This past summer, while taking college courses, she took a part-time job to help with the bills at home because her family was being evicted. Shanique will be the first in her family to enroll in a four-year college and hopes to become a cost accountant and eventually earn her PhD.

Alliance Française of Hartford Harpin/Rohinsky Scholarship Harry A. Donn Scholarship Lillian C. Donn Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins

Shacoya Parkman In Shacoya’s essay, she wrote, “My mother is a single parent with three kids who has worked Weaver High School extremely hard. I remember seeing some nights when she would go without food just so that we can eat. I would think to myself, ‘I’m going to go to college and get a good job so we don’t have to live like this anymore.’ Even though my brothers and I didn’t have much growing up, my mom still found a way to make life fun and I remember she always had a smile on her face, even when there was no reason for it.”

Shacoya was actively involved in the Weaver High School Book Club, softball team, and the S.A.N.D. CHIP program.

She will attend the University of Hartford where she will pursue a degree in psychology.

4 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Maria Gonzalez Borrero Scholarship Hartford Grammar School Scholarship

Ceilena Gurahoo Ceilena knows what sets her apart from her peers is her leadership and dedication. She served as Bulkeley High School captain of Bulkeley’s cross country team and was a member of the track and tennis teams. Ceilena was on the honor roll throughout high school and participated in many clubs, including the debate club, Women’s Leadership Club and Junior and Senior Doctors Academy. When she participated in the CCSU Go for Aerospace program, she won an award for the most creative rocket design. In addition, Ceilena was involved with the Postponing Sexual Involvment program, where she taught elementary school children the value of postponing sexual activity and served as a role model.

Ceilena was a member of the Health Professions Academy and plans on becoming a pharmacist.

She will attend Saint Joseph College.

W. Philip Braender and Nancy Coleman Braender Scholarship

Dayna Nevers “William Shakespeare once wrote, ‘If music be the food of love, play on.’ I learned from an early South Windsor High School age that not only do I love music, but I am in love with music. Music fills me with inspiration, passion, appreciation and hope for the world around me. It is a universal language that speaks to those who are willing to listen; it engages the timid and soothes the savage. When I envision my future, I see music playing a major role.”

So began Dayna’s college essay. Dayna was a member of the Treble Choir, Choral Spectrum and Sound Factory. She adds to her community by singing at local senior centers and tutoring elementary school students. Since Dayna’s family has moved around, she is looking forward to having the experience of living on campus for four years. Ultimately, Dayna wants to become a music teacher and have her own studio for dance or voice.

Dayna will attend Central Connecticut State University.

Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Social Affairs KR Wealth Management Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Brendan Hulton Brendan was a high achiever in Glastonbury High School high school and he particularly enjoyed math and science and took some advance courses in biology. He was active in his community through the Key Club, Medical Leaders of Tomorrow, chess club and was a Big Brother for an incoming freshman. For two years, he was the manager of the Solar Recipient Brendan Hulton with his parents and representatives Cell Vehicle through the Solar from the KR Wealth Management Scholarship. Cell Club and was on the JV volleyball and cross country teams. Brendan plans to major in economics and finance with the hope of working in the field of business. He has been investing in his own account for several years and then invested in a private bio-tech firm.

Brendan will attend Rider University.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 5 Day Pitney LLP Scholarship

Shakina Lane Shakina acknowledges that most of her life has been centered around her community through Northwest Catholic High School marches for change, family oriented events, church functions or through the Urban Youth Violence Project. She also completed an internship where she received training in social work through the Department of Children and Families. At school, she was involved with the Black History Club, yearbook and the track and field team. Shakina plans on studying sociology and wants to work with inner city youth.

Shakina will attend Delaware State University.

Symee Ruth Feinberg Memorial Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Rachel Santacroce Rachel has been described as self-driven, self-directed and a true leader among her peers. Her Manchester High School desire is to attend a liberal arts school. She believes “it is an approach to learning that allows individuals to deal with complexity, diversity and change.” Rachel’s ability to work with people in a leadership role and her love of helping others has given her the goal of being a social worker. Rachel excelled academically and was ranked at the top of her class, and was involved as a member of the volleyball team and the yearbook committee.

Rachel will attend Eastern Connecticut State University.

KJ Foster Scholarship Dorothy L. and Justin R. Tucker Scholarship

Mariah Henriques “My goal is to become a juvenile probation officer.” Having lost a young family member to city Bulkeley High School violence, Mariah knows first hand the difficulties involved in surmounting the problems that often accompany the paths of young people growing up in the city. Mariah herself was involved in a school conflict in her sophomore year that sent her to an alternative program for a short time. It was during her school suspension that Mariah realized that she did not want to lead her life that way. She was determined to change and to return to the philosophy that had guided her life till that point. She was aware of how disappointed her family would be in her and she strove to be “well- grounded, strong-hearted and alert.” According to her teachers, she became just that. Mariah then took a rigorous academic program, ranging from advanced placement math to sociology and leadership development. Her volunteer work at the Trinity Boys and Girls Club focused on teaching young people academics and life. She advised them to avoid fights — to just walk away. “It doesn’t make you less of a person, it makes you a better person.” Mariah has become that person.

Mariah’s goal was to attend Virginia State College, but she has decided to defer her award and attend Manchester Community College for one to two years and then transfer to a four-year college.

6 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Irving Goldberg Latin Scholar Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Katharine Evans While at Conard High School, Katharine maintained at 4.08 GPA and had five honors and four AP Conard High School courses. She was a member of the Class Board for three years as well as a member of the National Honor Society and the Latin Honor Society. During her senior year she traveled to Greece and Turkey with her Latin class. For 12 years, Katharine took dance lessons and performed in local theater art productions. She volunteered her time at Ten Thousand Villages for three years, working with the public to educate them about fair trade practices. During her visit to Connecticut College, Katharine visited a neuro-science lab which peaked her interest in studying neuro-science, and one day working in research.

Katharine will attend Connecticut College.

Ida L. Hartenberg Charitable Fund Clark Family Fund Meredith Herr Memorial Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

James Walker James was described as a quiet young man with a ready smile, an engaging sense of humor and an Greater Hartford Classical unwavering loyalty to his community of family and friends by his Latin teacher. Those will be excellent Magnet School qualities to possess for someone whose goal is to become an elementary school teacher. James knows first-hand the difference the positive influence a teacher can have on a student’s life. During high school, James volunteered with Hartford City Mission as a street leader and as a camp counselor for young children. At Classical, James was involved in JV soccer, basketball and varsity tennis.

James will attend Quinnipiac University.

Hartford Grammar School Scholarship

Gabriel Arciniegas His teachers described Gabriel as a highly motivated student in the Regional Agriscience and Glastonbury High School Technology Program. His desire to study in the field of agriculture was the motivating factor that brought him to the Glastonbury Public Schools as a ninth grader. Gabriel developed his skills as a quiet leader through his participation in the summer program at Trinity College. He went to Trinity every afternoon to help 60 inner city students with homework from 4 to 6 p.m., taking the bus home after that. Gabriel succeeded in overcoming a daunting situation, leaving the comfort and security of a neighborhood school to travel a distance every day to secure a strong education and then helping others to achieve the same. Gabriel thinks he may want to become a math teacher.

Gabriel will attend Southern Connecticut State University.

Ashley Asberry “I have learned a lot from my family. They have made me the strong person that I am today. I know Sport and Medical not to get pulled in by peer pressure because I have my priorities straight and want to lead a highly Sciences Academy successful life. My sister’s heart condition helped me realize what I truly want to be when I grow up and I will work hard until I get there. My name is Ashley Asberry and I know exactly who I am and what I want to be. I am determined to be a nurse.”

Clearly, Ashley is focused and sure of her bright future. During high school, she was a member of the National Honor Society was on the Dance & Step Team and a varsity cheerleader. In her community, Ashley volunteered at a local nursing home and the Hartford Rescue Mission, tutored elementary school students.

Ashley begins her goal of a becoming a nurse at University of Connecticut.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 7 Hartford Grammar School Scholarship (continued)

Rachel Smith Rachel’s desire to become a special education teacher was motivated by her brother, who has East Hartford High School struggled with schizophrenia since birth. As she watched him be misunderstood by teachers and bullied by other children, she came to understand the importance of giving children with special needs a good start from the very beginning. Rachel put her desire to teach to work by tutoring middle school students and volunteering after school at the Women’s League Day Care Center in Hartford. One of her teachers described her as conscientious, with extraordinary attention to detail, and very patient with others. Rachel was a member of the National Honor Society, participated in the Today’s Students Tomorrow’s Teachers program, and was a board member of the East Hartford Summer Youth Festival.

Rachel will attend Saint Joseph College.

Hartford Grammar School Scholarship Gerald and Phyllis Hughes Fund

Steven Valencia During a trip to Colombia in his youth, Steven was exposed to the beauty of his ancestral land Pathways to Technology but also a lot of poverty that changed his outlook on life. This early exposure has made Steven an Magnet School extremely hard worker who always finishes what he starts. He is a driven student who sets goals early on, one of which is becoming a pharmacist via UConn’s pharmaceutical program. Steven is very aware of his surroundings and for his age has a responsible outlook on the financial cost of the goals he sets for himself. Steven also has never missed a day of school in his four years at Pathways Magnet, even due to sickness. This accomplishment, he hopes, will carry into his college and professional years.

Steven will begin the six-year pharmaceutical program at University of Connecticut.

Nina L. Hartin Memorial Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Tiffany Skeete Tiffany lives with the motto that self-confidence and hard work will get her through her destiny, Weaver High School which, at this point, is college. Her motto served her well during high school where she received many academic awards such as honors and high honors, and outstanding achievement. Tiffany was a member of the varsity soccer team, secretary of the Caribbean American Club and treasurer of the Mathematics Club. Through the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Tiffany organized a program that enabled high school students to visit and take classes at out-of-state universities in order to better prepare for college while living with host families. Tiffany plans on majoring in psychology with a minor in criminal justice. Her goal is to become a criminal lawyer.

Tiffany will attend Central Connecticut State University.

8 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Wendy and Boyd Hinds Memorial Scholarship

Jared Evans Through encouragement from teachers and extra one-on-one assistance, Jared turned his academic Hartford Public High School career around and received honorable mention on every report card for all four years of high school. Nursing Academy This was quite a turn around for a young man who believed he could not succeed and until high school, believed he had no where to turn for assistance. With his newfound confidence and belief in hard work, Jared was one of three students chosen to be an intern at Hartford Hospital. Jared loved his internship and shadowing doctors and nurses. Now, he has a goal of becoming a nurse. In addition, he also enjoys art and has had some of his art work on display in Georgia.

Jared will attend Southern Connecticut State University.

Nikayla Hawley In her sophomore year, Nikayla attended four schools. While these transitions were not easy Hartford Public High School academically or socially, Nikayla now sees the experience as a lesson in learning to adapt to Nursing Academy change and remaining focused. During high school, Nikayla was a member of the cheerleading team, the African American Club, and Career Beginnings. She has also maintained a part-time job at Burger King. Nikayla will pursue a career as a registered nurse.

Nikayla will attend Southern Connecticut State University.

The Interracial Scholarship Fund of Greater Hartford Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Tahara Davis Tahara’s English teacher described Tahara’s strengths as being open-minded and encouraging Hartford Public High School to other students striving for success. Tahara has been taking summer courses at Capital Nursing Academy Community College to prepare herself for college-level work. While in high school, she was treasurer of the senior class and participated on the soccer team. She participated in two job training programs on customer service at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center. Tahara hopes to become a pediatrician.

Tahara will attend Saint Joseph College.

Ilene and Marty Kaplan Scholarship Fred H. Greenwood Engineering Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Ravin Rampertab Ravin worked 40 hours a week while attending high school and maintaining an A average. Ravin’s AI Prince Technical High School goal is to study electrical engineering. He would like “to work for an engineering company and create many things, starting from a simple idea and converting it into a reality.” Ravin’s desire to attend college was strengthened when his parents allowed him to attend the American Legion Boy State at Eastern Connecticut State University for a week. That experience also boosted his self- confidence and confirmed his leadership qualities. During high school, he started working at Northeast Utilities as part of a work-based learning program. He was chosen for the National Society of Leadership and Success, was trained to be a mentor, and eventually mentored three freshman students. Ravin was a member of Skills USA, a national organization where students develop trade and personal skills while interacting and competing with students from other vocational programs statewide. Ravin also found time to volunteer with Mi Casa and his church.

Ravin will attend University of Connecticut.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 9 Herman P. Kopplemann Scholarship

Vincent Moore Not many students, in their final spring of high school, are worried about paying the taxes on a Pathways to Technology graphic design company they founded but that is exactly what the stresses of having an Magnet School entrepreneurial spirit of Vincent Moore have brought him. Vincent, an extremely intelligent, outgoing, positive student who attended Pathways Magnet School, does not hesitate to start new ventures that gives voice to students and companies in Greater Hartford. His company, Alten Designs, creates logos and Web pages for smaller companies who Vincent feels have lost their voice in the recession. Student Stance is a literary magazine that Vincent started that gives the student’s point of view on current events and issues. Vincent would like to continue these ventures through college and possibly during his career. Through his outgoing nature, Vincent wants to help the little guy find his voice so he can have his message heard.

Vincent will attend Notre Dame.

Sean Moyer Sean is keenly interested in physical therapy. Experience with athletic injuries was the impetus for Manchester High School this choice, and he has diligently researched not only the field, but also colleges and universities offering the most outstanding physical therapy programs. His plans include obtaining a doctorate in physical therapy, followed by a rewarding career as a physical therapist or athletic trainer. Knowing that he can make a difference in someone’s life, while doing what he loves, is a major motivator for this young man. This coming fall, Sean will be the fourth family member concurrently attending college. Sean will work two summer jobs in order to assist with the financial costs.

Sean will attend University of Hartford.

Rae and Abraham Kopplemann Additional Fund

Christian Carrasquillo “The most genuine form of success is one that seeks not to impress others, but to honor yourself Manchester High School and what you believe in” wrote Christian in his college essay. Christian was a leader on the athletic filed, as soccer captain and in the classroom where he was on the honor roll every year during high school. His goal is to major in business — perhaps sports-affiliated — and to play soccer at the college level and to be successful in both. He clearly believes in hard work, resilience and hopes to wake up each day with excitement.

Christian will attend Bryant College.

Essay Excerpt from Scholarship Recipient Shakina Lane:

“Most of my life has been centered around my community whether marches for change, family oriented events, or church functions; ideas like umoja (unity), harambe (let’s get together and push), upward mobility, and community collectivism have always been a part of my world. Growing up in the inner city and attending prep schools gave me, “the best of both worlds.” From my city, I received confidence, boldness, motivation, purpose, and in a way, my dreams. From my school environment I received an educational jumpstart, and the tools needed to work toward my goals. Later on in life, I want to make a difference. I want to impact the lives of children who aren’t as privileged as me but have potential.”

Shakina Lane, Northwest Catholic High School

To learn more about Shakina, see page 6.

10 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Victor Troiano Victor’s favorite classes in high school were American Literature, Spanish and Web Design. He South Windsor High School believes that his strength in writing has allowed him to succeed in other academic areas as well. Victor was in the Pep Band, FIRST Robotics Team and National Honor Society. Outside of school, Victor earned the rank of Eagle Scout and the Order of the Arrow Member and Chapter Secretary. His favorite hobby is reading and writing, with Kurt Vonnegut his favorite author.

Victor plans on attending Dartmouth College and majoring in English with a minor in computer science.

Noble E. and Emma Belknap Lord Memorial Scholarship

Monique Baker Monique loves to dance and this has been a guiding focus during her high school years. She Bloomfield High School choreographed a number of performances and has participated in dance programs for many years. She has also done well academically and participated in many volunteer projects. One of her favorites was the Big Pink event, helping to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. She was also co-captain of the volleyball team. Monique hopes to have a career in the arts.

Monique will attend Loyola College.

Patrick Crane Patrick defines himself as a “path person, not a track person.” A lecture during a college visit from Rockville High School a professor described path people as someone who enjoys exploring, doing things that haven’t been done before. Track people are people who follow the set road in front of them and usually go with what feels comfortable and familiar. When Patrick reflected on this description, he had many examples of how he was a path person, like going to camps that his friends were not going to, taking a job where he would meet people from different areas and entering the New England Young Writers’ Conference, which no one from his school had ever won. He also opened his college exploration process to more colleges than were known to him. Patrick hopes to become a social scientist, but will stay true to his path personality and discover other majors and careers along the way.

Patrick will attend Wheaton College.

Christian Cruz Whenever Christian uses his skills, such as creating or writing, he is recognized for his talent. When Manchester High School he was in the fourth grade, there was a contest for the students to draw a picture. Christian drew a hawk and won the contest. The sketch of his hawk was printed on a post card and sold in area stores. When he was 10 years old, he wrote a 69-page fantasy, adventure novel. In high school, his interest in math and science grew. So he decided to combine his love of creating, drawing, building, writing and math and enrolled in an architecture class where he received an A. Christian has spent some time in architecture firms and says he feels right at home.

Christian will attend University of Hartford and begin his pursuit of a career in architecture.

Bridget Daly Bridget says she liked to add something flashy to her school uniform so that people could

Northwest Catholic High School see “the bright and happy me.” Bridget was an officer of her school’s National Honor Society chapter and “exemplifies its standards of excellence in every way.” Bridget was the captain of the school’s varsity lacrosse team and performed in school musicals since freshman year. She participated in an urban immersion program where she discovered the needs of families in Hartford. She followed the experience by organizing a school and community-wide “diaper drive,” and delivered hundreds of diapers to needy mothers. Bridget plans on becoming a nurse.

Bridget will attend University of Scranton.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 11 Noble E. and Emma Belknap Lord Memorial Scholarship (continued)

Rick Deschenes “As the first child in my family to attend college, it is my responsibility to maintain a leadership role Greater Hartford Classical for my younger cousins and my little sister, who will be graduating next year,” wrote Rick. “It has Magnet School been my dream to major in a career, where I am able to help others. That is why I chose to major in pre-med. I hope to become a pharmacist because pharmacy deals with the structure and molecular set-up of pills and tablets. I hope to use these skills to produce and maybe even create medicine that will solve and improve current illnesses and those to come. Since bacteria and other illnesses seem to mutate and become stronger, it is my generation’s job to learn and interpret what we learn in the past in order to make the future a better one.”

Rick will attend the University of Hartford.

Christopher Giustina Since he was a child, Christopher struggled to overcome his learning disability or, as he describes Enrico Fermi High School it, “being one-step behind normal.” Through athletics and sheer determination, Chris has overcome his disability and become a successful student and outstanding soccer player. One of his teachers recalled how, as a freshman, Chris took advantage of all review periods and extra help sessions, giving more time than many students to his studies. By sophomore year he was able to “function independent of support services by utilizing the tools he had acquired and fostered masterfully.” His athletic prowess and leadership are quite evident on the soccer field as varsity captain of the Fermi High School team in Enfield a and member of a premier travel team. Whether in school or on the field, Chris demonstrates a strong work ethic, and the tenacity and determination needed to overcome obstacles and be successful. Chris plans on majoring in business and is excited that he will be working with a new coach to establish and build a soccer program at his college.

Chris will attend Sage College of Albany.

Brittany Golding Brittany is an artist and she knows it. In the summer of her junior year, she participated in a Weaver High School four-week program where she took an art fundamentals class, fashion class, art theory class and a jewelry and metal class. She was given the opportunity to be a college student while creating art. Without this experience, Brittany isn’t sure if she would have pursued college. During high school, she served as secretary for the Class Committee, treasurer of Sister, Sister and participated in the Minority Achievers Program. Brittany hopes to own her own fashion and interior design business.

Brittany will attend Virginia Commonwealth University.

Jessica Huhn “I thought I would want to be a lawyer for the longest time, but I have recently realized that I would Rham High School love to get into a field with a more scientific concentration,’ writes Jessica. “Forensic Science will give me the ability to help others without being wrapped up in the morals of law-only fact. I have applied to colleges and plan on pursuing a challenging collegiate career, involving enrollment in the Honors College at Western Carolina University. Once at college, I know I will take difficult classes that challenge me while pursuing my other interests at the same time like languages and art. Once I graduate college, I know that I am going to have to get a job to pay off my debt as well as to give me the opportunity to help others. After some time, I am considering enrolling in a graduate program, whether for forensics or to become a medical examiner, I am not quite sure yet. The future is a mystery, but I know that I am going to tackle it with all of the strength and passion that I have.”

Jessica will attend Western Carolina University.

Andrew Joseph Andrew was described by a teacher as having “an amazing work ethic in all aspects of his life.” Manchester High School He thinks of himself as a hard worker who will accomplish all of his life’s dreams. One of those dreams is becoming a doctor. He had been interested in science since his middle schools years, but the recent death of a relative due to unaffordable healthcare only strengthened his determination to make a difference in the lives of people he encounters.

Andrew will attend University of Hartford.

12 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Dylan Lomangino Dylan plans on becoming a math teacher because he believes he can connect with kids and he has Farmington High School experience tutoring students in math and teaching at the Suzuki summer camp. Dylan plays the viola and served as the First chair for the Northern Regional Orchestra competition. He was also the historian for the Vintage 21 Chamber Orchestra. In addition, he served as the varsity captain of the cross country team and received the All-Conference Athlete award and All-Academic Athlete award.

Dylan will attend University of Connecticut.

Cameron Michaud Cameron takes great pride in Conard High School being able to associate with a wide range of people, including co-workers, campers and their parents at Camp Winding Trails. Out of 70 applicants to be a counselor-in-training, he was one of 20 accepted. “His level of maturity and responsibility have made him one of the best CITs,” commented his director. Cameron hopes to use his problem-solving ability along with his strength in math and science to pursue a career in Volunteer Gail Stafford poses with scholarship recipients Cameron engineering. Outside of the Michaud and Katharine Evans. classroom, he excels at swimming, lacrosse, cross country and snowboarding. Academically, Cameron excelled at Conard with a college prep schedule that included five honors and three advanced placement courses.

Cameron will attend University of Vermont.

Alexander Picciano Alexander was a scholar/athlete in the truest sense. He excelled in all of his AP classes and was in Northwest Catholic High School the top three percent of his class. He was a member of the varsity soccer team, wind ensemble, school newspaper and participated in numerous community service activities. Alexander plans on pursuing a career in architecture and participated in ACE mentoring Program where he worked with professional architects. During his summers he attended the RPI Summer Architecture Program and the Hartford Art School at the University of Hartford. Alexander was praised as being an independent thinker and natural leader who always enhanced the group process with his insightful comments and observations.

Alexander will attend Carnegie Mellon University.

Noah Plen Noah characterizes himself as a “Gleek” from the TV show Manchester High School Glee. He sees himself as Finn, the boy who sings and plays football. Noah is a competitive tennis player who also played the cello in four different groups while maintaining a high academic profile. Noah has a great work ethic, sense of humor, constant energy and eclectic interests. He plans on playing tennis and majoring in business when he attends college.

Noah will attend Roger Williams College.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 13 Noble E. and Emma Belknap Lord Memorial Scholarship (continued)

Laura St. Jean Laura’s drive to become a teacher has always been with her since she was a little girl. Her favorite Rocky Hill High School pastime was pretending to teach a class to her dolls and correcting papers. This goal has not changed throughout the years, but intensified, especially with the birth of her cousin, Trevor, who was born with cerebral palsy. Trevor has faced many surgeries and travels with his mother to locations in and out of state for different therapies. Trevor is an inspiration to Laura and to her family. During an internship at an elementary school, Laura exceeded the number of hours required for completion. For her extracurricular activities, Laura was a member of the Young Educator’s Society and the Best Buddies Club, both of which gave her experience in working with younger children of all abilities.

Laura will attend Salve Regina College.

Anamika Suneja A teacher’s ability to see Anamika’s potential is what has motivated her to become a math teacher. East Hartford High School As a freshman, Anamika struggled in math, seeking extra help and only achieving passing grades. Anamika’s teacher was a constant source of motivation. Her persistence soon became success and developed into great interest in mathematics. This persistence and determination now carries through all her studies. Her advanced placement chemistry teacher said, “Even when she is struggling the most with a subject, she keeps a positive attitude and never quits. She works diligently at her studies when many students of her ability are satisfied to get by with minimal efforts. She is also a frequent visitor for after-school help when she needs it.” Anamika is a member of the National Honor Society, dance captain of Jazzapella, and a member of varsity badminton.

Anamika will attend Boston University.

Essay Excerpt from Scholarship Recipient Shawn Valencia:

“When I ponder which experience motivated me to pass an exam, the professor advised her that she was change for the better, I find myself giving credit to Ms. not cut out to become an architect. Becoming an architect Thomas. Ms. Thomas was my history teacher who was Ms. Thomas’ ambition, and the professor crushed passionately passed on her wisdom in inspirational her dream. Ms. Thomas warned us to not let the same speeches. It was one such inspirational speech that situation happen to us. The most crucial lesson Ms. motivated me to change for the better. I call this point in Thomas sought to pass on was to “never let anyone else my life my personal tipping point. In “The Tipping Point” tell you what you want in life.” While Ms. Thomas’s by William Gladwell, a tipping point is defined as a discourses always enthralled me, this one in particular “magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior impacted me profoundly. What I took away from her crosses over the threshold, tips and spread like wildfire.” speech was that people who are passive and complacent, Essentially, one person or event provides the impetus lack the drive to achieve their dreams. From then on, I that accelerates social changes. I highly respect Ms. strove to become more outgoing and vocal. I gained self- Thomas because while she teaches her subject she also confidence. ” shares her personal philosophy with her class on a daily basis. One day, Ms. Thomas recounted a life experience Shawn Valencia, Greater Hartford Classical of hers about the time she was in college studying to Magnet School become an architect. At the time she was a committed student, yet she struggled in her studies. After failing to To learn more about Shawn see page 16.

14 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Noble E. and Emma Belknap Lord Memorial Scholarship The Stearns Fund

Jamie Ehrenfeld Music has been a part of Jamie’s life for as long as she can remember. After performing in both Rockville High School regional and all-state festivals, she was invited to participate in the Sound of America Honor Chorus. The chorus is a government-sponsored non profit organization that was chosen based on the merits of extraordinary musicianship and high moral character. Through this program Jamie traveled to Paris and Venice to perform with students from around the country. In addition to her love of music, Jamie was a member of the varsity track and field team to which she served as captain and was a member of the soccer team. She found the time to volunteer with younger students with special needs. Jamie’s long-term goals are to earn a master’s degree in music and pursue a career as a choral conductor and with music therapy. Jamie is interested in music therapy because it assists traumatized children and disabled people improve their mental, physical and emotional states by listening to and making music.

Jamie will attend New York University Steinhardt School.

Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship

Sara Dufort “Throughout my life I have been fascinated by people and how their minds function,” wrote Sara. Conard High School This knowledge has shaped Sara’s goals as she plans to study and work toward a career in forensic psychology. Sara’s focused determination has been shaped by personal challenges. Her freshman year was an especially difficult time in her life. As a result, Sara has strived to do her best and maintained a 3.5 GPA since then. To benefit her community, Sara gave her time to Habitat for Humanity, childhood hunger, the Gay Straight Alliance and the True Colors conference.

Sara will attend the University of New Haven.

Rhoda L. Miller Music Scholarship Sylvia H. Koski Scholarship

Jennifer Marsh Someone once told Jennifer, “You don’t choose music, music chooses you.” Well, it certainly chose Conard High School Jennifer and she is very grateful for it. Music has taught Jennifer confidence, leadership, dedication, hard work, perseverance and the ability to think on her feet. Jennifer has decided that while she enjoys writing, and at one time thought she might pursue a career in journalism, using her experience and genuine passion for the arts to create equally enriching experiences for other young people would create an irreplaceable lifetime career. Jennifer is very proud of the fact that she will be the first in her family to attend college and she knows how proud her parents and grandparents are of her as well. Jennifer plans on becoming a high school music teacher or musical theater director.

Jennifer will attend Hofstra University.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 15 Murtha Cullina LLP Scholarship

Shawn Valencia Shawn looks back at his sophomore year as a turning point. One at which he was not only a Greater Hartford Classical committed student and academic, but an athlete as well. He joined the varsity tennis team at that Magnet School time and learned that, by participating in athletics, he became a more well-rounded person. He had always loved his class, but discovered that belonging to a team added another dimension to his high school experience. He served as captain of the tennis team and was also a member of the swimming team. He was active in his volunteering at his town library. A UConn mentorship program exposed him to the field of pharmacy, which he enjoyed so much that it has become his career goal.

Shawn will attend Cornell University.

Alice M. Neenan Memorial Scholarship Josh Wittenberg Memorial Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Jonnell Atkins Some people say Jonelle is thirsty for success. She thinks it is just one characteristic of being a Hartford Public High School strong and happy person. At the age of 9, Jonelle and her family immigrated to the U.S. from Law and Government Academy Jamaica looking for opportunity and hopes of pursuing their dreams. “For all of us, the American dream meant a comfortable house, four happy kids, a white picket fence and financial stability. No one mentioned in the fine print how complex it would be to achieve.” Yet, the complexities and struggles her family faced drove Jonelle harder to succeed. Jonelle was very involved with the Registrar of Voters where they elected community activitists. She saw how the community activist they elected worked on raising money and bringing attention to the closed libraries in their area. In addition, Jonelle was president of her junior class and a member of the varsity basketball team and cheerleading squad. Jonelle plans on pursuing a career as a lawyer.

Jonelle will attend Eastern Connecticut State University.

Vartan K. and Beatrice Omartian Scholarship Meyer-Kimball Memorial Scholarship

Pedro Diaz Pedro was able to participate in an educational opportunity program at Central Connecticut State Greater Hartford Classical University this summer where he completed an entire semester’s worth of work and got a jump Magnet School start on his freshman year. He has set admirable goals beyond this summer. After completing a master’s degree in engineering, he would like to follow his stepfather’s lead and become a career Marine. Outside of the classroom, Pedro was involved with the House of Praise and Worship Ministry, Empty Bowls and Toys for Tots. His teachers described Pedro as dedicated, tireless, trustworthy and a student who tool great pride in earning high grades.

Pedro will attend Central Connecticut State University.

16 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Bert and Betty Rosen Scholarship Daniel Clark Perkins Fund

Samantha Golding “My long term goal is to not let anything or anyone get between me and my education,” said Sport and Medical Sciences Samantha. While keeping that goal in mind, she worked two jobs so that she could help her mother Academy out financially. Samantha cares deeply about her family and has developed a genuine sense of responsibility and maturity beyond her years. As a three time all-conference soccer player, Samantha is looking forward to competing at the college level. Samantha plans on studying psychology with the goal of becoming a counselor.

Samantha will attend Southern Vermont College.

Maxine Rothe Schortman Award

Sarah Steed During her senior year, Sarah Rockville High School was recognized with the Childhood Education Award for her work in teaching independent living skills to high school students with special needs. At Rockville High School, Sarah was a member of the dance team, which won a Grand Champion trophy in a competition on Florida. She was a leader in the LINK crew where upperclassmen mentor incoming freshmen. In addition, she has worked part-time at a local deli to help with the Scholarship recipient Sarah Steed with her mother and Nancy household finances. Woodward, Hartford Foundation donor services officer (center).

Sarah will attend the University of Maryland.

Herb Sheintop Memorial Scholarship

Alexander Casillas Alex was very proud of the work he did during an internship with Aetna in the Capital Workforce Sport and Medical Sciences Program. He did research on career fairs for veterans and presented his findings to an executive Academy committee that was very impressed with his work. Throughout high school, Alex was a member of the baseball, cross country and indoor track teams. His hard work was acknowledged by being on the honor roll for three consecutive years. Outside of school, Alex volunteered at Southside Nurturing for Families where on Saturday mornings he worked in a children’s enrichment program.

Alex will attend the University of Hartford.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 17 Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Alpha Psi Boulé Scholarship Dorothy L. and Justin R. Tucker Scholarship

Javar Stephenson After spending time with Javar, University High School of people are impressed with this Science and Engineering young man’s drive to succeed. Javar and his mother have overcome some very hard times, but Javar does not run away from his problems and does not leave a job undone. He was an active volunteer with Hartford Rescue Mission and the Boys and Girls Club. At school he was a member of the basketball and track teams. Javar Stephenson with his mother and members of the Sigma Pi Javar plans on becoming a Phi Fraternity, Alpha Psi Boulé Scholarship. pharmacist.

Javar will attend University of Connecticut.

Thomas J. Villano Scholarship James A. Jones Memorial Fund Dorothy L. and Justin R. Tucker Scholarship

Atalya Odems Learning to speak up, “break out of my shell and become the butterfly that I was always meant to Greater Hartford Classical be” were the decisions that turned Atalya’s life around. Once she took control, she saw Magnet School opportunities before her. She became the captain of her track and field team for two years. She was able to take three semesters of a leadership class and eventually became the facilitator. In New Britain, she attended a conference with teachers to learn how to more effectively communicate with students. She also mentored middle school students. Atalya loves numbers and plans on becoming an accountant.

Atayla will attend Guilford College.

Elmer Cooke Young - Ethel Taylor Young Scholarship

Aaron Eaddy As one of two seniors bused from Hartford through the Project Choice Program to the Glastonbury Glastonbury High School Schools since third grade, Aaron has tried in every way to represent his family and to overcome any obstacles that might have prevented him from succeeding. And succeed he has! His musical abilities have garnered him places in state and regional music festivals and competitions. His involvement in the Anti-Defamation League’s Names Can Really Hurt Us program was, according to the assistant superintendent of schools, “profound for Aaron, his friends at GHS and for students who heretofore felt they had no voice at GHS.” His AP English teacher considers him one of the most impressive students he has come across. He played basketball, ran cross-country, and was a member of the National Honor Society. His fellow classmates described Aaron as “talented, determined, kind, funny, a great communicator and a good friend.” Aaron plans on majoring in engineering with a concentration on the electrical/computer fields.

Aaron will attend Northeastern University.

18 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Shelby Eckman Shelby’s warmth and friendliness precedes her. It is not surprising that her goal is to become a Windsor High School nurse. She has devoted much time during her youth to helping others. In fact, several years ago, Shelby began volunteering for a family of six children who unexpectedly lost their mother. Today, she is still caring for that family. At school she was on the volleyball and tennis teams. She volunteered in the Appalachia Service Project where she and a group of students repaired homes for people who could not afford to pay for repairs. During this experience, she learned she was capable of doing work she had never imagined.

Shelby will attend Western Connecticut State University.

Victoria Estelle Victoria sees her mother as the most influential person in her life. She says that this shy, Windsor High School soft-spoken woman who has experienced many setbacks in life has instilled in her that “family is and always will be important, to never give up and to always strive to do better and accomplish more.” That may explain in part how, even when faced with a family crisis which put their home in foreclosure and made simply putting food on the table a struggle, Victoria was able to persevere and maintain focus on her schoolwork. Due in great part to her mother’s persistence and support, Victoria is on her way to becoming the first person in her family to pursue and earn a college degree. Victoria plans on becoming a pediatrician or a neo-natal nurse.

Victoria will attend Eastern Connecticut State University.

Lauren Gaudreau Lauren was a hard worker in high school with success academically and in her volunteer Glastonbury High School commitments. She was in the top of her class, took many AP courses, and was a member of the National Honor Society. Her volunteer work included Safe Rides, a program which provides safe transportation alternatives to students, Key Club and Big Brothers, Big Sisters. She also played soccer, basketball, and track. Somehow, Lauren found time to work 30 hours a week at a local restaurant. Lauren plans on pursuing a career in business.

Lauren will attend Northeastern University.

Samantha Melnick Samantha was a solid student at GHS who developed a particular fondness for math and science Glastonbury High School courses. Her plan is to pursue a career in nursing with special emphasis in pediatric or psychiatric care. She was an active volunteer in her community and school, working at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and at a senior home. At school she was involved with the Key Club, French Club and Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

Samantha will attend Quinnipiac College.

Alexander Santos Alexander is described as a motivated, outgoing and disciplined high school senior who significantly Windsor High School contributed to the growth of the swim program at Windsor High School as captain for two years in a row. Alexander enjoys the arts and would like to continue grooming his artistic talents at Clark University. He is fully aware of the sacrifices his grandparents made coming from Portugal as artists, but working as mechanics in the United States. Those sacrifices have given him opportunities to pick up where they left off as artists. Alexander gives back to his community as a member of the Best Buddies program that assists mentally disabled students.

Alexander will attend Clark University.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 19 First-time recipients from funds held at the Hartford Foundation

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, 2010 for the 2010-11 academic year.

Officer Brian A. Aselton Memorial Phyllis Kosiorek Cordner and Roy R. Cordner Scholarship Fund Scholarship Benjamin Buchanan South Windsor High School Megan Baniszewski East Catholic High School Dalton Gallagher Newington High School Caitlin Bezzini Rockville High School Dallas Manson Torrington High school Nicole Bieniarz Rockville High School Theodore Morrissette East Catholic High School James Blaszko Rockville High School Margaret Russotto Somers High School Margaret Chahoud East Catholic High School Sean Slocum Bacon Academy Victoria Galica Manchester High School Michelle Vibberts Hall High School Katherine LaMour East Catholic High School Nikitaben Shah Manchester High School Lebbeus F. Bissell Scholarship Sean Slattery Manchester High School Erik Pottinger Rockville High School Erin Selavka Rockville High School Albert T. and Jane N. Dewey Scholarships Matthieu Wheeler Rockville High School Isaac Affum Manchester High School Sam Alexander Manchester High School David T. Black Memorial Nicolas Arias Manchester High School Katherine Datin Franklin and Marshall College Daniel Arias Manchester High School Rosemary Ward Hall High School Nathaniel Auyeung Manchester High School Khadija Belly Manchester High School J. Leo Bodo Scholarship Jacqueline Benton Manchester High School Clifford Green Killingly High School John Boyko Manchester High School Meagan Streb Killingly High School Barrington Bryant Manchester High School Ellen Bugbee Manchester High School Patricia L. Coombs Scholarship Christian Carrasquillo Manchester High School Daniella Arthurs Weaver High School Daniel Cartagena Manchester High School Jessica Nix Hall High School Shawn Chaudhary Manchester High School Ruthilda Sweeney American International College Thomas Collins Manchester High School Meghan Welsh Temple University Jillian Comolli Manchester High School Eliz Cruz Manchester High School Christian Cruz Manchester High School Anna Ebora Manchester High School Winona Francis Manchester High School

20 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Ericka Gardener Manchester High School Ray Lachat Memorial Scholarship Shade Hewitt Manchester High School Kathleen Giuffrida Conard High School Anas Idrissou Manchester High School Andrew Joseph Manchester High School The Middlebury Fund Inaam Khan Manchester High School Alexandra Barollo Pomperaug Regional High School Caitlin Landers East Catholic High School Lauren Buckley Pomperaug Regional High School Justis Lopez Manchester High School Taylor Callahan Pomperaug Regional High School Richika Makol Manchester High School Jeffrey Cipriano Pomperaug Regional High School Megan McNamara East Catholic High School Zachary Marotte Pomperaug Regional High School Laura Ramirez Manchester High School Alyssa Pelletier Pomperaug Regional High School Christina Raymond Manchester High School Joseph Reiser Manchester High School Douglas J. Myers Scholarship Joseph Sager Manchester High School Stephanie O’Brien Conard High School Rikzah Samir Manchester High School Nikitaben Shah Manchester High School Carl P. Palazzotto “P.M.A.” Scholarship Cordell Snow East Catholic High School Daniel Francoeur Conard High School Carlos Velazquez University High School of Minh-Trang Nguyen Conard High School Science and Engineering Ritter Family Scholarship Fund Farmington UNICO Scholarship Ryan Lawson Noah Webster MicroSociety Amanda Barta Farmington High School Magnet School Melinda Phommalinh Farmington High School Elizabeth Murray Noah Webster MicroSociety Tevin Trout Farmington High School Magnet School Wenell St. Hill Noah Webster MicroSociety Glastonbury Memorial Scholarship Magnet School Ann Alampi Glastonbury High School Kelly Ames Glastonbury High School Samuel A. Roth Scholarship Jessica Cusimano Glastonbury High School Meghan Grenier Griswold High School Kathleen Drake Glastonbury High School Alexa Palasky Griswold High School Ahmad Hassan Glastonbury High School Elizabeth Kober Glastonbury High School Town and County Club Fund Brianna Koshmerl Glastonbury High School Tasha Adams Manchester Community College Shaman Kothari Glastonbury High School Tangie Davis University of Hartford Justine St. Louis Glastonbury High School Cindy Gartland University of Hartford Courtney Wilczewski Glastonbury High School Nastassia Heaven Capital Community College Shanequa Lawrence Manchester Community College Kristine Barbara Guest Memorial Fund Yen Nguyen Manchester Community College Cristina Acevedo Conard High School A. Joy Robertson Tunxis Community College Natalie Roche Goodwin College Hartford Whalers Booster Club Scholarship Thomas Dunn South Windsor High School Julie Veilleux Memorial Scholarship Christina Garbarino South Windsor High School Jennifer Hodges Memorial Scholarship Elizabeth Malinowski South Windsor High School Alexa Arnold Conard High School Emma S. Waldo Memorial Scholarship Kristin Kepner and Kimberly Kepner McCahill Brianna Koshmerl Glastonbury High School Memorial Scholarship Dinora Vazquez University of Hartford Alejandro Arias-Camison Avon High School Courtney Wilczewski Glastonbury High School Titilayo Vanriel Avon High School

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 21 Lillian W. and William B. Welden Fund L. Wynne Wister Memorial Erich Boecklin Simsbury High School Christina Headley Bloomfield High School Chenay Powell Simsbury High School Arron Howell Bloomfield High School Christopher Locke Bloomfield High School Muriel S. and Gordon A. Wilson Scholarship Zachary Bombria Bolton High School Amiel P. Zak Scholarship Chelsea Heneghan Manchester High School Angela Zaffetti Suffield High School Stephanie Zownir Manchester High School

Hartford Foundation Community College Scholarship Program

The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is pleased to list the first recipients of the new Community College Scholarship Program. The recipients are graduating high school seniors who will be attending a community college in the fall. For more information about this exciting program, please refer to page 3.

Sheyla Aquino Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Brittany Brown Weaver High School Carlie Bump Newington High School Daniel Escalante Rocky Hill High School Andrew Feliciano East Hartford High School Giovanni Franceschini Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Joseph James Howell Cheney Technical Paulina Kuziara Rockville High School Jessenia Medina Conard High School Rebecca Mello East Hartford High School Jordan Wilcox Enrico Fermi High School

22 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients First-Time 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.

American Marketing Association-Connecticut Siavash Saadat University of Connecticut Chapter, Anna C. Klune Memorial Scholarship Health Center, School of Janet Kalandranis University of Connecticut Medicine School of Business Martine Saint-Cyr University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Dr. Frank and Florence Marino Scholarship Medicine Debbie Bakes Tufts University School of Medicine Nicholas J. Piergrossi Scholarship Walter Champion III Morehouse School of Medicine John Walsh University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Alberto DiStefano New York Medical College Dental Medicine Mary Fraga University of Rochester School of Medicine Dr. Sidney Rafal Memorial Scholarship Eric Goodman Weill Cornell Medical College Elizabeth Kaminsky University of Connecticut Sokpoleak So New York Medical College Health Center, School of Sara Zettervall George Washington University Dental Medicine School of Medicine Andrew Zhang George Washington University School of Medicine Peter T. Steinwedell Scholarship Stephanie Casey Saint Joseph College, Graduate School of Education Sylvia Parkinson Scholarships Kimberly Lewis Saint Joseph College, Chika Anekwe University of Connecticut Graduate School of Education Health Center, School of Medicine Lila Cheung University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Medicine Anna Gawkowska University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Medicine Gregory Hebert University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Medicine Rebecca Persky University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Medicine Neena Qasba University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Medicine

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients 23 Donors The Hartford Foundation acknowledges with gratitude the generous individuals and organizations that have contributed $50 or more to scholarship funds from July 1, 2009 to August 1, 2010.

Mrs. Frederick G. Adams The Honorable Alfred V. Covello and Mr. and Mrs. R. Nelson Griebel Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth MacCormac Aetna Foundation Inc. Ms. Carol Santry-Covello Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Guest Ms. Romaine A. Macomb Mr. and Mrs. Leonard D. Albert Ms. Mary Anne B. Cox Ms. Bette S. Gutt Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Mahoney Ms. Jacqueline T. Allen Mr. William J. Cronin and Mr. David Hahn Mr. Michael I. Marcus and Mrs. Robert L. Aller Mrs. Ann Cronin Mr. and Mrs. Arnold E. Haley Mrs. Laurie E. Marcus Stephen L. Alloy, MD and Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cummins Ms. Lynn E. Haley Mr. and Mrs. Zoran Maricevic Mrs. Sharron Freeman Curt J Stella Piano Tuning Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hamblett Mrs. Leta W. Marks Ms. Allison R. Andersen Mr. and Mrs. John Cutillo Mr. and Mrs. John J. Hanniford Ms. Carol A. Martin Mr. and Mrs. Gregory F. Andersen Mr. Raymond F. Damato Hartford Whalers Booster Club Ms. Antoinette Shippen Mason Ms. Vicki Anderson and Dr. and Mrs. Arthur C. DeGraff, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Hastings MassMutual Foundation for Mr. Glen Leconche Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Digel Mr. and Mrs. James T. Healey Hartford, Inc. Mr. Al Armstrong Cynthia E. Dodge and The Honorable Sheila M. Hennessey Ms. Mary-Jane C. Mastrobattista Mr. and Mrs. John Aselton Dallas C. Dodge, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hincks Mrs. Sandra Mather Mr. and Mrs. William I. Atwood Mr. and Mrs. John Donahue Harvey Hoberman, Esq. Ms. Christina O. Mayville Mr. Shepard W. Baker and Mr. and Mrs. John F. Droney Jr. Mrs. Richard L. Hughes Ms. Lee F. McCallum Mrs. Beverly Buckner Baker Mrs. Nathan Dubin Mr. Samuel G. Huntington and Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. McCarthy Bank of America Matching Gifts Ms. Janet L. Dunn Mrs. Polly L. Pasternak Mr. James R. McCavanagh Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Barrio Ms. Joan T. Dusard Mr. Frank A. Iannotti and Ms. Dianne McKay Mrs. H. O. Bartlett Mr. and Mrs. Neil M. Dwyer Ms. Bernadette Conway Mr. Lauchlin H. McLean Mr. Stephen W. Bates and Ms. Susan S. Engle Mr. and Mrs. Victor J. Jarm Mr. and Mrs. William H. McMinn Mrs. Susan McCarthy-Bates Essex Savings Bank Mr. Ramon E. Jimenez and Mr. James F. McNally Ms. Janet M. Beatty ExxonMobil Foundation, Inc. Mrs. Carina Oltmann-Jimenez Mr. Roderick C. McNeil III Mr. and Mrs. Maxwell M. Belding Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Falkner Mr. Michael P. Jordan Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. Meyer Bingham McCutchen LLP Mr. and Mrs. Vincent J. Farrell Mr. and Mrs. Elliot T. Joseph Mr. Enrique Miras-Alonso and Ms. Elizabeth O. Blackwood Fechtor Family Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Joslin Ms. Andrea De-Simone Dr. and Mrs. Bradford M. Blanchard Mr. and Mrs. John M. Feehan Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela, LLP Mrs. Karraine Moody Mrs. Deborah Blotner Mr. and Mrs. Shim Felsen Mr. and Mrs. David Kalayjian Mr. and Mrs. John F. Mulcahy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Boucher Mr. and Mrs. Raymond C. Ferrari Mrs. Stuart S. Kaufman Attorney Scott L. Murphy, Esq. Ms. Carole Brennan Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Festa Mr. Robert A. Kehmna Murtha Cullina LLP Ms. Nancy A. Brennan Ms. Carrianna Field and Mrs. Charles A. Kelland, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Myers Dr. Sybille and Mr. David W. Brewer Mr. Matt Wax-Krell Ms. Karen A. Kelleher and Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Neidlinger Ms. Linda D. Bronstein Ms. Louise H. Fisher Mr. Kenneth Anderson Niantic Plumbing & Appl Co. Inc. Joan E. Brown and Mr. J.E. Gross Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Fisher Drs. Marian F. Kellner and Timothy Mrs. M. S. Niehaus, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Harry V. Bruengger Dr. Dorothy Fishman Wetstone McLaughlin Mr. and Mrs. Don Noel, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Harold C. Mr. and Mrs. John Fiske Ms. Linda J. Kelly Ms. Sara Cree Norris Buckingham, Jr. Ms. Martha Deming Flanders Mr. John D. Kelsey and Mr. Yuri Novitsky and Brian M. Capalbo D.M.D. Ms. Eleanor C. Flynn Ms. Martha K. Withington Ms. Anat Bergner Ronald E. Capalbo D.M.D. Vincenzo M. Fontana Kenneth L. Przybysz, LLC Sharon O'Meara Mrs. Eleanor Caplan Ms. Patricia H. Forbes Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Kepner, Jr. Attorney Shelagh O'Neill Ms. Pearl Caplan Drs. Stuart M. and Amy L. Forman Ms. Andrea Klein Mr. and Mrs. David W. Parmelee Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Carbray, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Alexander J. Fortier Ms. Deborah Koltenuk Ms. Janice B. Parrotta Ms. Lynne M. Carey Mr. Joseph G. Fortner & Mrs. and Mrs. Louise Korder Mr. Matthew L. Pasternak Mr. and Mrs. Jack Carr Mrs. Holly Winger Fortner Ms. Charlotte Koskoff Mr. Bhupen N. Patel Mr. and Mrs. James Carroll Mr. and Mrs. Kerry B. Foster, Sr. KR Wealth Management, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Payne Ms. Sara F. Carson Ms. Martha C. Fransson Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Kugelman Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Pease, II Ms. Janet M. Castricum Mrs. Sydney F. Fuller Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kuhni Mrs. Louise G. Pease Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Catler Mrs. William H. Furnivall Mr. Myles J. Laffey and Ms. Elizabeth A. Perrin Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Cave Ms. Susan Fuss Ms. Nancy J. Budds Susan E. Peterman, Ph.D. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Charron Attorney Maria Garcia Mr. and Mrs. Jack C. Laflin The Honorable Ellen Ash Peters Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Charron Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred J. Garofolo Mrs. Judith H. Lawes Ms. Jeannette S. Peters The Cheryl Chase and Stuart Bear General Re Corporation Ms. Mary Jane Leblond Ms. Kristen Phillips Family Foundation, Inc. Dr. JoAnna S. Gerber Mr. and Mrs. Frederick J. Leonberger Phoenix Society Ms. Constance Clark Mr. and Mrs. Bernard J. Gillis, Jr. Mrs. Billie Levy Mrs. Judith Pinney Mr. William A. Clark, III Mrs. James B. Given Mr. and Mrs. Michael Lewan Mr. Raphael Podolsky Ms. Frances A. Cobb Mr. and Mrs. Roger E. Goldbeck, Jr. Mr. Nicholas Lewitz Jr. Mrs. Patricia Porter Ms. Elaine M. Coffin Dr. and Mrs. Barry S. Goldberg Mrs. John Liner Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Potashner Mr. and Mrs. Edmond G. Comeau Robert B. and Francine Goldfarb Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lips Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Power Ms. Andrea Comer Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Goode, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Lombardo The Prudential Foundation Comerica Bank Ms. Genevra Goodwin Mr. and Mrs. Shawn London Matching Gifts Connecticut Bankers Association Ms. Mary Lynn Gorman Ms. Rebecca K. C. Loree Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. Puzzo Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Conway Mr. Michael J. Gorman Ms. Sylvia Wilson Lucas Ms. Aikaterini Ragkousi Mr. and Mrs. Samuel P. Cooley Ms. Carol E. Gourlie Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Luczaj Mr. and Mrs. Clair Rankin Estate of Patricia L. Coombs Mrs. Harry J. Gray Dr. Robert W. Lyons Dr. and Mrs. Sedrick J. Rawlins

24 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving College Scholarship Recipients Mr. R. Regner and Mr. and Mrs. James W. Schepker Mr. Lewis J. and Dr. Margery Mr. and Mrs. David J. Urban Mrs. Carolyn Arvidson Mr. and Mrs. Henry S. Scherer, Jr. Steinberg Mr. and Mrs. George R. Valliere Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. Rehnberg Dr. and Mrs. Walter A. Schloss Mrs. Peter T. Steinwedell Mr. Michael T. Villano Ms. Laura J. Reid Dr. and Mrs. J. David Schnatz P. Gary Stern and Mrs. Jean B. Vogel Republican Legislators Fund Mr. and Mrs. William F. Schoelwer Ms. Shelli Weinstein Ms. Barbara H. Voskowsky Ms. Donna C. Richards Mrs. Herbert P. Schoen Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Stevenson Mr. and Mrs. John D. Wadhams Mr. and Mrs. Dale Richter Mr. Peter Seigle and Ms. Patti Giardi Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Stevenson Mr. and Mrs. Donald P. Walsh Ms. Annemarie Riemer and Ms. Ricki Sernick Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Stewart Mrs. Karen A. Walsh Mr. Rick Voigt Mr. and Mrs. Allyn Seymour Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Stewart Ms. Robyn Speak Walsh Mr. and Mrs. William L. Riley Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Shafner Mr. and Mrs. John M. Stober Mrs. Beverly B. Walton Ritter Family Fund, Inc. Mr. Robert B. Shapiro Mr. Jonathan B. Stolzenberg, MD Mrs. Richard B. Washburn Attorney Thomas Ritter Mrs. Claudia Shelton Mr. Carl Stoner Ms. Ruth A. Washburn Honorable and Mrs. Antonio C. Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Shepard Jeanne Strathearn D.D.S. Mrs. John L. Way, II Robaina Mr. and Mrs. Gregory R. Shook Mr. and Mrs. John R. Suisman Mr. Arthur Weinstein and Robinson & Cole LLP Mr. and Mrs. Michael I. Silverberg Mr. and Mrs. Bernard R. Sullivan Ms. Ellen Spin Mr. and Mrs. John G. Rohrbach The Honorable and Sullivan, Schoen, Campane & Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Weinstein Attorney and Mrs. Donald L. Rome Mrs. Jorge A. Simón Connon, LLC Ms. Stephanie Weinstein Mr. John D. Rossi and Mr. Bruce Singer Mr. George G. Teren Mr. Mark E. Wertheim Mrs. Sabrina V. Mock-Rossi Ms. Gretchen S. Skelley Mr. and Mrs. W. Fred Thal Mr. Robert E. West Ms. Leslie Rottner Mr. and Mrs. Nelson A. Sly Mr. and Mrs. DeRoy C. Thomas Hans E. Wiedermann Family Ms. Elizabeth A. Rubino Mrs. Susan Varnum Smith Rubin Mr. and Mrs. H. Grant Thomas Mrs. Robert T. Wilder Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Russell Robert and Sharon Smith Ms. Raquel Thomison Ms. Deborah G. Willard Richard E. Ryall Mr. Ross Smith Ms. Ruth G. Timme Mr. and Mrs. Thomas L. Wills Mr. and Mrs. Jerome C. Salad Toni and Luis Smith-Rosario Mr. James H. Torrey and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Wilson Mr. Henry A. Salton and Society of Latin American Mrs. Lilly Biscoe Torrey Mrs. Joan H. Wister Ms. Kathryn Calibey Firefighters, Inc. Travelers Community Action Awards Mr. and Mrs. Alan Wittenberg Attorney Rafael A. Santiago and Ms. Marilyn F. Sousa Dr. and Mrs. Clarence L. Trummel Mr. Jeffrey Woods Dr. Robin M. Santiago Ms. Marion G. Spear Attorney Alfred A. Turco Mrs. Thomas Zajac Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Sargent Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Starkowski Ms. Nancy B. Turski Dr. and Mrs. Peter M. Zeman Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Savage Jr. Mr. Neil D. Stein and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ullman Dr. and Mrs. James T. Sayre Ms. Judith A. Blank United Way of Central and Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Scalise Northeastern Connecticut Some of the colleges and universities that the scholarship recipients will attend in the fall are:

American International College Johnson & Wales University Tunxis Community College Asnuntuck Community College Lesley University University of Connecticut Boston College Liberty University University of Connecticut Greater Boston University Manchester Community College Hartford Campus Brown University Morehouse School of Medicine University of Connecticut School of Bryant University Mount Saint Mary College Medicine & of Dental Medicine Butler University New York Medical College University of Hartford Capital Community College New York University University of Maryland Central Connecticut State University Northeastern University University of Massachusetts Clark University Norwich University University of New Haven Coastal Carolina University Pratt Institute University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Colby College Providence College University of Notre Dame College of the Holy Cross Quinebaug Valley Community College University of Rhode Island College of William and Mary Quinnipiac University University of Rochester School of Connecticut College Rochester Institute of Technology Medicine Cornell University Roger Williams University University of Scranton Cornell University Medical College Sacred Heart University University of Vermont Duke University Saint Joseph College University of Virginia Eastern Connecticut State University Salve Regina University Virginia Commonwealth University Emerson College Simmons College Weill Cornell Medical College Emmanuel College Southern Connecticut State University Western Connecticut State University Franklin and Marshall College Springfield College Western New England College George Washington University School Stonehill College Wheaton College of Medicine Temple University Yale University Goodwin College Trinity College Hofstra University Tufts University-School of Medicine About the Foundation

The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is the community

foundation for the 29-town Greater Hartford region, dedicated to

improving the quality of life for area residents for the past

85 years. The Foundation receives gifts from thousands of generous individuals and families, and last year, awarded grants

of more than $25 million to a broad range of area nonprofit

organizations. For more information about the Hartford

Foundation, visit www.hfpg.org or call 860-548-1888.

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