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The Woodbury Scholarship Fund awards over $76,000 in 2010 The Woodbury Scholarship Fund awarded more than $76,000 to assist 33 first year students, 16 second year students and 8 third year students in pursuing higher education. These scholarships are made possible thru the generosity of many Woodbury residents, through gifts and bequests and via matching funds and endowments. A quote from the President of the Woodbury Scholarship Fund: ”It’s great to see such promising students as they start their college careers. Their acceptance at such impressive schools bears evidence of their high school success and readiness to succeed in college. I am proud of the help we’re able to provide.” Attending colleges in many different states with studies varying from Engineering to Foreign Language, Art and Cinematography to name a few, the 33 first year recipients of the 2010 NHS graduating class have benefited from the Woodbury Scholarship Fund. Several students shared some of their initial experiences and all were grateful to the people of Woodbury for helping to provide their higher education experience. Dana Anderson is studying Chemistry at North Carolina State. Connor Boyen is majoring in business at Babson College. He loves the school and is grateful for the opportunity to attend. He plans to play basketball this winter. Hailey Brent is attending Ithaca College pursuing a dual major in Communications and Business. Daniel Davidson is attending Hofstra University on Long Island, majoring in Communications and Merchandising. Zachary Dominello is attending the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. He is doing well pursuing the study of Genetics. He has joined the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity and is playing on the Club Lacrosse Team. Stephen Ecsedy is attending the University of Connecticut pursuing a dual major in Engineering and German. He is participating in the Eurotech Program which includes a 6 month work-study program in Germany in his 5th year. Aniella Fignon is also enrolled at the University of Connecticut and has a declared Communications Major. Lincoln Fitch is attending Gettysburg College studying History and Political Science. Daryl Hardisty is enrolled at Keene State in New Hampshire. Jeffrey Hoyt is studying Cinematography at SUNY Purchase College. He is pursuing a career in Film Directing. There are additional costs for the film and processing involved in the program and the scholarship money has helped defray some of those expenses. Lauren Jenkins-Fazio is enrolled at the University of Tampa with a major in Advertising. Marra Juliani is attending Sacred Heart University with a declared major in Nursing. Meghan Kenney is majoring in Speech Pathology at Misericordia University in PA. Elizabeth Kinnard is attending New York University. She is pursuing a dual major in Human Rights and Language. Christopher Knobloch is pursuing a dual major in Computer and Systems Engineering and Computer Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Ashley Kochiss is attending Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Fla. She is majoring in Illustrations. Jennifer Koller is enrolled at Hendrix College in Arkansas with a major in Sports Psychology. Ivan Krayniy is attending Santa Clara University in California. He has a declared major in Economics. Brian Lee is enrolled at Yale University on a near full scholarship! He is majoring in Political Science. William Lenard is attending the Rhode Island School of Design. He had several “pieces” on exhibit at the Woodbury Library in August. John Mackay is attending the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Ill. pursing Pastoral Studies. Siobhan McDonold is enrolled at Connecticut College with a dual major in Spanish and Psychology. Kaeley McEvoy is attending Gettysburg College in PA. She is studying English and Journalism. She has started a paid internship with the Music Conservatory Public Relations Department, working with four local newspapers and radio stations to create press releases for the college. When she is not writing articles for the school newspaper she is playing soccer; having tallied a goal and two assists this fall. Kathryn Nolte, Nonnewaug’s 2010 Valedictorian, is attending the University of Connecticut with a declared major in International Studies. She has started a new club at UCONN, “Cookies for a Cause”. Baking and selling cookies twice a month and donating the proceeds to different causes; animal and homeless shelters, American Cancer Society, Autism research.’ Samantha Peck is attending Lasell College with a major in Exercise Science. Joseph Rego is enrolled at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. He is studying to become a Jazz Musician. Jennie Schmaler is attending Marist College with a major in Psychology. Thea Sideropoulos is enrolled at James Madison College and is majoring in Speech Pathology. Madeline Smith is attending the University of Massachusetts and is studying to be a Speech Therapist. Daniel Violette is enrolled at the University of Connecticut with a dual major in Engineering Physics and General Physics. He is involved with the “Engineers without Borders Organization”, as well as UCONN’s Honors Council Environmental Committee. Emma Welty is pursuing a career as an Artist, with Fabric and Jewelry Design. She is attending the Rhode Island School of Design. Emma had a “piece” on exhibit at the Woodbury Library in August. Lindsey Yenter is attending Sierra College with a declared major in Business. The Woodbury Scholarship Fund was initiated in 1975, when a $200 was awarded to one student. The fund has grown significantly and approximately 732 students have benefited from financial assistance for higher level studies. Those seeking additional information or to become involved in the WSF may call Cam Gardella at 203-263-4952. Contributions may be sent to the Woodbury Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 716, Woodbury, CT. 06798.
Woodbury Scholarship Fund Tees Up for 2010 Golf Tourney
This year, the WSF is pleased to have Mr. Charles Bartlett serve as Honorary Chairman for the Golf Tournament. Since moving to Woodbury in 1983, Mr. Bartlett has spent a substantial amount of his time in varying capacities working toward the betterment of the town. He notes that “It is an honor, a privilege to be the designated [Chairman]. I am certainly a proponent for the WSF and I think we need to do as much as we can to continue the success of the Fund. I am hopeful that I can help re-invigorate the event, especially in light of the economic conditions around us now.” Charles Bartlett is a man of many hats. In addition to a distinguished military career and professional achievements, Charles has dedicated much of his time to serving the community. This spring, Charles dons another hat as the Honorary Chairman for the Woodbury Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament. The Tournament will be held on June 8th at the Watertown Golf Club. Born in Manchester, NH, Charles was the son of an army officer. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in political science in 1961 and concurrently received his commission as a 2nd Lieutenant, US Army. This marked the beginning of 22 years of active duty in the military. After serving two tours in Vietnam, he returned to the States and earned his MBA at Murray State University. Charles met his wife Sue, who is from Idaho, during a tour of duty in Germany; they were married in December of 1965. They have three daughters. Charles has had several assignments in the Intelligence arena to include the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington D.C. for three years. He also served in Korea for one year, and his final assignment was at Fort Belvoir, Va. The Bartlett family moved to Woodbury in 1983 after Charles was offered a position with defense contractor ConDiesel located in Waterbury. From there he moved on to work for The Torrington Company. Although he is “officially” retired he still finds time to work as a part time consultant for a company that makes Optical Fibers. To say that Charles has served Woodbury well would be an understatement. Since 1989, he has served on the Zoning and Finance Boards and was elected to the Board of Selectman in 2003. As a Selectman, he was instrumental in the planning and construction of the Woodbury Senior Community Center. “I was interested in developing a long range infrastructure plan for the Town and the first item noted in the Plan of Conservation and Development was the need for a new Senior Center. . After the Center opened, Charles planned an indoor miniature golf tournament to bring the public into the new space, provide a fun event for families and to help raise money for the Historic Town Hall renovations. An avid woodworker, Charles constructed all of the holes himself. “While in the army, I never had time to give back to the community. Since I have been in Woodbury, I have made this a priority. Whatever my role, I have had the betterment of Woodbury at heart. My involvement with the Woodbury Scholarship Fund fits right in. It is an honor to be named Honorary Chairman this year.” One hundred percent of the Tournament proceeds are applied to the WSF’s operating fund from which scholarships are awarded. Last year, the WSF awarded 70 scholarships to qualifying post-secondary education students. Detailed tournament information and the golfer registration forms. Registration forms may also be picked up at the Woodbury Public Library. Please contact Cameron Gardella at cam_gardella@msn.com or 203-263-4952 with any questions.
Woodbury Scholarship Fund Recipient Update For the past three years, the Woodbury Scholarship Fund has awarded Brittany Kaminski money to continue her education at Stonehill College where as a junior she majors in sociology and philosophy with a minor in criminology. She has been named to the dean’s list all five semesters that she has attended the school and was awarded the First Year Class Leadership Award and the Community Service Award for her contributions to the Easton and Brockton, Mass., communities through Stonehill’s Into the Streets community service program. When she is not studying, Ms. Kaminski volunteers in a multitude of ways through “Into the Streets” (ITS). Every week she serves as a reading tutor and mentor for local elementary school students with difficulties in reading and reading comprehension. She also serves as an ITS site coordinator to manage other Stonehill reading tutors at the elementary school and Stonehill volunteers teaching at a religious education program at a local parish Serving as a site coordinator enables Ms. Kaminski to share her community service experiences with other volunteers in order to enrich their volunteering, help them begin their service and assist them with any difficulties that they have during their volunteering. After completing 300 hours of community service hours in her first year at Stonehill, she was awarded the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. At Stonehill, Ms. Kaminski is involved in her campus community in various capacities. Her number one responsibility after her position as a student is working as a resident assistant (R.A.) in the residence halls. She has been an underclass area R.A. for the past two years. As a R.A., Ms. Kaminski has many responsibilities, such as ensuring the safety and security of her residents, transforming the residence halls into comfortable homes and work environments, organizing creative and educational monthly programs, addressing any resident or hall issues in a professional and timely manner and being on duty. During her first semester as an R.A., Ms. Kaminski was awarded the Resident Assistant of the Month Award. Other than volunteering and working as an R.A., Ms. Kaminski works as a teachers’ assistant (T.A.) for a philosophy class and a criminology class. She leads review sessions for exams, as well as reviewing and offering constructive criticism for students’ papers. As a T.A. enables her to share her passion for philosophy and criminology with students, as well as her study techniques. Ms. Kaminski remained on campus this summer to participate in the Stonehill Undergraduate Research Experience as a researcher in the criminology department. She assisted one of her criminology professors, who was working on her dissertation for her Ph.D., on a project investigating prison coping. This experience provided her with knowledge of the research process; new skills such as data classification, input and analysis; enhanced organization and self-sufficiency in her work; and a sense of responsibility for the project. She is currently working on an article regarding this project for entry into a journal, as well as applying to speak at various sociology and criminology conferences with her professor. Ms. Kaminski also sings in Stonehill’s Chapel Choir.
Woodbury Scholarship Fund Recipient Update
Marist’s top business student for 2005-2006, Ms. Notti is receiving $18,000 from the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund honoring the pioneer in the telecommunications industry and founder and chairman of MCI Communications Corp. McGowan’s contributions to today’s business world were the focus of Ms. Notti’s 1,000-word essay included in her application for the award. Like the WSF, the McGowan fund seeks excellent students to ensure they have the means to pursue further achievement. McGowan himself was admitted to Harvard Business School to study for his MBA degree, but lacked funds to complete his studies until he won Harvard’s Baker Scholars award. The faculty committee reviews nominees’ academic records, leadership qualities, character, and commitment to helping others. Colleges and universities may only offer their students if they have business programs accredited by either the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International or the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. Ms. Notti has maintained a grade point average of 3.7 out of 4.00, is a member of the Dean’s Circle and the AACSB honor society Beta Gamma Sigma, and is involved in the Marist chapter of Habitat for Humanity. For three years, in Big Brothers Big Sisters, she has been a friend to a little girl, now 9, with whom she lunches, does arts and crafts, and shares her experiences. "She wants to be a fashion designer, too," says Ms. Notti. Daughter of Lisa and Ken Notti of Hillside Road, Ms. Notti has completed two summer internships in New York City. In 2004 for the merchandising division of Saint Eve International, she sent swatches to factories for new season orders and updated accounts tracing sales at existing outlets. In 2005 for B. Robinson’s Product Development Department she helped with development of designer sunglasses, doing a trend board of Isaac Mizrahi models for Target, helping design and develop specification sheets for Betsy Johnson merchandise, and running a trunk show at Bergdorf Goodman for the Judith Lieber sunglasses collection . In December she plans to finish her business degree with three major projects: business plans for Google and for Ask Jeeves, and a marketing plan for Apple Ipod. In May, developing a business plan for a collection done by a Marist senior design major, she will complete her fashion merchandising degree. One of four members of her Nonnewaug class now attending Marist, Ms. Notti plans to seek employment next spring and enter the fashion profession immediately after graduation, before thinking about graduate school. Supported by the generosity of local residents, WSF manages many endowments given to celebrate or remember beloved family and community members. At www.wsfund.org, those wishing more information will find details. Those who wish to donate or discuss the advantages of giving appreciate stocks, unredeemed IRA accounts, and bequests may contact Chair Cam Gardella, 263-4952, or write WSF at Box 716, Woodbury, CT 06798. Because WSF is an all-volunteer effort to send forth excellent students to represent Woodbury, almost all funds go to graduates to use in education after high school.
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Harbingers
of spring may be scarce, but planning for the Woodbury
Scholarship Fund’s 2010 Golf Tournament is already underway.
This year’s tournament will be held on Tuesday, June 8th at the
Watertown Golf Club. The tournament offers friendly competition
on a picturesque course plus a buffet lunch, awards banquet and
raffle all in support of a great cause: helping local high school
graduates pursue their academic aspirations.
A
2002 Woodbury Scholarship Fund (WSF) winner has achieved national
recognition for her senior year at Marist College in
Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Jenna Notti, a double major in business
administration and fashion merchandising, has been named a
William G. McGowan Scholar.