2005 SCHOLARSHIPS

$15,800 in Alumni Awards Through the very generous contributions of our alumni, $15,800 was awarded on May 31, 2005 at the annual Mepham Awards Assembly. This year’s presenters were Frank Setteducati ’70, Brian Levy ’60, Vincent Proto ’70, Michael Barone ’83, Bob Bury ’49, George Munnich ’54, and Dr. Robert Warkala ’78. The Mepham Alumni Association is proud to have presented these awards to the following students:

One Diverse Community Awards — $500 each to Saira Hussain and Sara Jafri, the two seniors who have contributed most to the understanding and acceptance of diversity in the school.

School Spirit Awards — $1,000 each to students showing the most “school spirit,” while maintaining high scholastic standards, to Christine Meiselas, Theresa Martin, and Steven Gurien.

John "Denny" Ryan Memorial Scholarship — A $1,000 award to Joseph Pawlowski, given in memory of John "Denny" Ryan ’59, to a student of integrity who has given outstanding service to Mepham and the community.

Jacob Gunther Memorial Award — $500 to Michael Ganci as the most “choir spirited” senior.

H. Walton Alderfer Memorial Award — $500 to Russell Tomasulo for vocal achievement by a student intending to pursue a musical career.

George L. Pritchard Awards — $500 went to Erik Schick, in tribute to the former band director, given to band members. (An additional but separate $500, donated by Audrey Meyer Gatlin ’43, went to Brian Schmidt.)

Sanford H. Calhoun Memorial Scholarship — $1,000 to Samantha Sanacore. This award is given to persons of integrity who exhibit hard work, the courage to hold on to their principles and inspire others to do their best.

Gangel Family Memorial Awards — $1,000 each to Scott Roberts and Lauren Waldron. Donated by Frank Gangel ’43, in memory of his parents, Joseph and Kathryn Gangel, and his wife, Ruth Woodroffe Gangel ’43, to a graduating senior boy and girl entering science-related careers.

Vietnam Era Veterans Award — $500 award in memory of a student who passed away during the Vietnam War to a “student with strong convictions, whatever they may be.” The recipient was Jason Becker.

Jerry Liguori Memorial Award — $200, donated by the Liguori family and friends, to John Greifenberger, an athlete who exemplifies good citizenship and community service.

Klein Family Award — in memory of Viola Odenheimer — $500 to Kristina Harper, awarded to a student desiring a career in medicine or dentistry.

Mepham Pride Award — $1000 was given in memory of Richard Wilgenkamp ’58 to Brooke Seligson, a student who has exhibited pride in Mepham and its values and traditions through involvement in various activities, both in and out of school.

Alumni Wrestlers Award — $1,000 was awarded to Adam Starr, a senior who demonstrates a spirit of teamwork, dedication to the sport, and overall hard work. Candidate must have submitted a composition, wrestled for 3 years, have a grade point average of 80 or more, and be enrolled in a college.

Nick Sabetto Athletic and Academic Achievement Award — $2,000 to Thomas Ferraro, a varsity-level athlete with at least a “B” average, exhibiting outstanding sportsmanship and initiative. Recipient to be furthering his/her education, and demonstrating a financial need.

Photo contest — $100 was awarded to Frank Vultaggio ’06, the winner of the photo contest.

There is a new award this year:

Matthew F. Warkala ’80 Memorial Award — $500 to Christine Schwall. This award to a male or female member of the Cross-Country and/or Track & Field team who demonstrated the most improvement or best spirit over the course of his/her senior year.

Funds for scholarships and awards are derived from Alumni Association memberships and contributions.

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