2016 Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship Winners
48 Scholarships were awarded to deserving recipients at the 2016 National Council meeting at Turf Valley, Maryland.
Anthony Carfang Award ($4,000) Established by the 36th National President and current Foundation Chairman.. Anthony has served as a Scholarship Trustee and a Foundation Director. He is the all-time leading financial donor to The Alpha Phi Delta Foundation.
Nicole Torchia
Nicole is the daughter of brother Anthony Torchia and will be attending Yale School of Medicine Physician’s Assistant program. She completed her undergraduate studies with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Nicole has overcome childhood obstacles and remains active as a Girl Scout Leader and also teaches health topics in underprivileged schools, as well as counseling families of children with medical issues. She was president of the Honor Society and a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Stanley Raffa Award ($2,500) Established by the 30th National President and former Scholarship Chairman.
Ramzy Dawoud
Entering Pace University Law School this year, Ramzy graduated St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma) cum laude and received an Academic Achievement Award. He was a senator in the student government and held several chapter offices. He states “APD paved the way for me”.
Anthony Carfang Award ($4,000) Established by the 36th National President and current Foundation Chairman.. Anthony has served as a Scholarship Trustee and a Foundation Director. He is the all-time leading financial donor to The Alpha Phi Delta Foundation.
Nicole Torchia
Nicole is the daughter of brother Anthony Torchia and will be attending Yale School of Medicine Physician’s Assistant program. She completed her undergraduate studies with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Nicole has overcome childhood obstacles and remains active as a Girl Scout Leader and also teaches health topics in underprivileged schools, as well as counseling families of children with medical issues. She was president of the Honor Society and a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Stanley Raffa Award ($2,500) Established by the 30th National President and former Scholarship Chairman.
Ramzy Dawoud
Entering Pace University Law School this year, Ramzy graduated St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma) cum laude and received an Academic Achievement Award. He was a senator in the student government and held several chapter offices. He states “APD paved the way for me”.
Brooklyn Alumni Club Award ($2,000) The award of the Brooklyn Alumni Club.
Samy Hegazy
A brother and officer of Gamma Sigma chapter at St. John’s University, he is a senior criminal justice major with a 3.4 GPA. Samy supports himself financially and finds time to tutor children in a soup kitchen while they are there for meals. His Associate Dean says “he is a gentleman who treats others with dignity and respect”. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
John J. Hadgkiss Centennial Scholarship ($2,000) Funded by Beta Rho alumnus John Hadgkiss, Scholarship Trustee.
Alex Audet
Alex is a senior in the Honors College of Southern Connecticut State University (Gamma Xi). He is a Presidential Merit Award winner majoring in mathematics with a concentration in secondary education. Having overcome family obstacles to reach his goal, he finds time to serve his chapter as president.
Ernest Coletti Award ($1,500) Established by the Mohawk Valley Alumni Club & former District Gov. Ernest Coletti.
Intashan Chowdhury
A junior at Rutgers University (Delta Omicron), he maintains a 3.8 GPA and hopes to work in government service after obtaining his MPA. While struggling to overcome family adversity, he was selected to intern for U.S. Senator Booker. He founded an area youth program aimed at enhancing cultural identity and providing young people with the tools to succeed. Intashan’s brothers say, “he makes those around him better”. Intashan is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Anthony & Stella Barbieri Award ($1,500) Established by Brother Anthony & Rosina Barbieri in honor of his parents.
Julio Bedolla
Julio is a senior finance & accounting major at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma) and has a 3.6 GPA. Having overcome severe family difficulties, he is the first in his family to attend college. He has run charity fundraisers and community events on campus while serving as an officer on Greek life councils.
Samy Hegazy
A brother and officer of Gamma Sigma chapter at St. John’s University, he is a senior criminal justice major with a 3.4 GPA. Samy supports himself financially and finds time to tutor children in a soup kitchen while they are there for meals. His Associate Dean says “he is a gentleman who treats others with dignity and respect”. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
John J. Hadgkiss Centennial Scholarship ($2,000) Funded by Beta Rho alumnus John Hadgkiss, Scholarship Trustee.
Alex Audet
Alex is a senior in the Honors College of Southern Connecticut State University (Gamma Xi). He is a Presidential Merit Award winner majoring in mathematics with a concentration in secondary education. Having overcome family obstacles to reach his goal, he finds time to serve his chapter as president.
Ernest Coletti Award ($1,500) Established by the Mohawk Valley Alumni Club & former District Gov. Ernest Coletti.
Intashan Chowdhury
A junior at Rutgers University (Delta Omicron), he maintains a 3.8 GPA and hopes to work in government service after obtaining his MPA. While struggling to overcome family adversity, he was selected to intern for U.S. Senator Booker. He founded an area youth program aimed at enhancing cultural identity and providing young people with the tools to succeed. Intashan’s brothers say, “he makes those around him better”. Intashan is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Anthony & Stella Barbieri Award ($1,500) Established by Brother Anthony & Rosina Barbieri in honor of his parents.
Julio Bedolla
Julio is a senior finance & accounting major at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma) and has a 3.6 GPA. Having overcome severe family difficulties, he is the first in his family to attend college. He has run charity fundraisers and community events on campus while serving as an officer on Greek life councils.
Pittsburgh Alumni Club Award ($1,500) The award of the Pittsburgh Alumni Club.
Andrew Ebert
Andrew attends St. Francis University and is captain of the ice hockey team. He has served as Beta Lambda president and vice president while maintaining a 3.6 GPA. In year 4 of a 7 year physical therapy doctorate program, Andrew is a Founders Award Scholarship winner. His Program Director says he is an “incredible example of a scholar and a gentleman”.
Brother Camillus Casey Award ($1,000) Honoring former National Chaplain Bro. Camillus Casey.
Michael Garcia
A repeat APD Scholarship winner, Michael is an accounting major pursuing a master’s degree for his CPA. A Gamma Sigma brother and officer at St. John’s University, he maintained a 3.9 GPA throughout his undergraduate career. His colleagues say “he is a man of honor and integrity…he bleeds purple and white”.
Felix Infausto Scholarship ($1,000) Established by his widow Clara Infausto in her will. Bro. Infausto was inducted into Epsilon chapter in 1929.
Christopher Albright
Chris is in his second year of graduate studies in Optometry, having graduated St. Francis University with a 3.8 GPA. He served Beta Lambda in elected positions, but his passion for service led him to develop the first Salus University of Optometry ambassador outreach program. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Lillian Anastasio Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by her children, including Theta Beta alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Neil Anastasio.
Hongrun Sun
An NYU Presidential Scholar, Hongrun is a senior economics major and Theta Beta officer. He boasts a 3.96 GPA. He is a first time scholarship winner who states, “the world is my classroom”.
Andrew Ebert
Andrew attends St. Francis University and is captain of the ice hockey team. He has served as Beta Lambda president and vice president while maintaining a 3.6 GPA. In year 4 of a 7 year physical therapy doctorate program, Andrew is a Founders Award Scholarship winner. His Program Director says he is an “incredible example of a scholar and a gentleman”.
Brother Camillus Casey Award ($1,000) Honoring former National Chaplain Bro. Camillus Casey.
Michael Garcia
A repeat APD Scholarship winner, Michael is an accounting major pursuing a master’s degree for his CPA. A Gamma Sigma brother and officer at St. John’s University, he maintained a 3.9 GPA throughout his undergraduate career. His colleagues say “he is a man of honor and integrity…he bleeds purple and white”.
Felix Infausto Scholarship ($1,000) Established by his widow Clara Infausto in her will. Bro. Infausto was inducted into Epsilon chapter in 1929.
Christopher Albright
Chris is in his second year of graduate studies in Optometry, having graduated St. Francis University with a 3.8 GPA. He served Beta Lambda in elected positions, but his passion for service led him to develop the first Salus University of Optometry ambassador outreach program. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Lillian Anastasio Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by her children, including Theta Beta alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Neil Anastasio.
Hongrun Sun
An NYU Presidential Scholar, Hongrun is a senior economics major and Theta Beta officer. He boasts a 3.96 GPA. He is a first time scholarship winner who states, “the world is my classroom”.
Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award ($1,000) Established by the LIAC in honor of the 7th Grand Consul.
Noah Langer
Noah is the Beta Lambda (St. Francis University) chapter advisor. He is completing his MBA full-time. The Dean of his business school states he has a “high potential to succeed as a manager”. Noah is active in student government and says “my experience in APD broke me out of my shell.” Noah is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
New York Alumni Club Award honoring 32nd National President Albert Palazzo ($1,000) The award of the New York Alumni Club.
Samuel Lofaro III
A Beta Omicron (Youngstown State University) senior nursing major, Sam maintains a 3.6 GPA. He was chapter social chair, IFC delegate, Dean’s List member and previous APD Scholarship winner. After pledging APD, he said he saw “a lot more of what college had to offer and it opened my eyes to the wonderful thing that is a lifelong brotherhood”.
Paul J Sciullo II Memorial Award ($1,000) An American hero and Psi brother, Paul was killed in the line of duty as a Pittsburgh police officer.
Derek Glover
Derek is a senior software engineering major at Robert Morris University. He is the chapter president of Delta Upsilon and a previous APD Scholarship winner.
Richard Rau Scholarship Award ($1,000) In honor of the late Richard Rau, brother at St. Francis College (NY).
John Moran
John is a former Beta Beta president and pledge master. He is pursuing his MBA at Manhattan College. A Presidential Scholar and seven time Dean’s List achiever, he finds time for service trips to Central America, John says “APD has helped me grow as a student and as an individual…and given me a global view”. John is a previous APD Scholarship winner.
Noah Langer
Noah is the Beta Lambda (St. Francis University) chapter advisor. He is completing his MBA full-time. The Dean of his business school states he has a “high potential to succeed as a manager”. Noah is active in student government and says “my experience in APD broke me out of my shell.” Noah is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
New York Alumni Club Award honoring 32nd National President Albert Palazzo ($1,000) The award of the New York Alumni Club.
Samuel Lofaro III
A Beta Omicron (Youngstown State University) senior nursing major, Sam maintains a 3.6 GPA. He was chapter social chair, IFC delegate, Dean’s List member and previous APD Scholarship winner. After pledging APD, he said he saw “a lot more of what college had to offer and it opened my eyes to the wonderful thing that is a lifelong brotherhood”.
Paul J Sciullo II Memorial Award ($1,000) An American hero and Psi brother, Paul was killed in the line of duty as a Pittsburgh police officer.
Derek Glover
Derek is a senior software engineering major at Robert Morris University. He is the chapter president of Delta Upsilon and a previous APD Scholarship winner.
Richard Rau Scholarship Award ($1,000) In honor of the late Richard Rau, brother at St. Francis College (NY).
John Moran
John is a former Beta Beta president and pledge master. He is pursuing his MBA at Manhattan College. A Presidential Scholar and seven time Dean’s List achiever, he finds time for service trips to Central America, John says “APD has helped me grow as a student and as an individual…and given me a global view”. John is a previous APD Scholarship winner.
Military Scholarship ($1,000) Established by, and in honor of, the military veterans of Alpha Phi Delta.
Joshua Semler
With a 3.8 GPA, Joshua is entering his senior year at Duquesne University. He is a healthcare management major and hopes to eventually continue his education in graduate school. Joshua is an active Psi chapter brother and Habitat for Humanity chairman. He is a previous APD scholarship winner and son of a veteran.
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Vincent & James Muffoletto Award ($1,000) Established by the 29th National President and his son.
Dana Kelly
Dana is the granddaughter of PNP A. Joseph Creston, and attends Duquesne University as an aspiring physician’s assistant. She maintains a 3.9 GPA entering the junior year of a five year program. She volunteers in a nursing home as one of many community activities. Dana is a previous APD scholarship winner.
North Jersey Alumni Club Award ($1,000) Honoring Americo Faruolo, member of Beta Xi chapter and the NJAC.
Lindsey Pugh
Lindsey is a senior and the daughter of deceased Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology) alumnus Russell Pugh. She attends James Madison University and is studying theater and dance. Lindsey maintains a 3.6 GPA and has travelled to several impoverished countries to work with children with HIV / AIDS. She is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Youngstown Alumni Club Donald “Red” Nolfi Award ($1,000) Established in honor of Red Nolfi, the first Beta Omicron (Youngstown State University) president and a guiding force for area alumni.
Dalton Mack
Dalton is a senior studying environmental engineering and chemistry at St. Francis University. He is a Beta Lambda chapter officer as well as the commanding officer of all of the university bands. Dalton runs a rural chemistry outreach program for kids while maintaining a 3.4 GPA. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Joshua Semler
With a 3.8 GPA, Joshua is entering his senior year at Duquesne University. He is a healthcare management major and hopes to eventually continue his education in graduate school. Joshua is an active Psi chapter brother and Habitat for Humanity chairman. He is a previous APD scholarship winner and son of a veteran.
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Vincent & James Muffoletto Award ($1,000) Established by the 29th National President and his son.
Dana Kelly
Dana is the granddaughter of PNP A. Joseph Creston, and attends Duquesne University as an aspiring physician’s assistant. She maintains a 3.9 GPA entering the junior year of a five year program. She volunteers in a nursing home as one of many community activities. Dana is a previous APD scholarship winner.
North Jersey Alumni Club Award ($1,000) Honoring Americo Faruolo, member of Beta Xi chapter and the NJAC.
Lindsey Pugh
Lindsey is a senior and the daughter of deceased Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology) alumnus Russell Pugh. She attends James Madison University and is studying theater and dance. Lindsey maintains a 3.6 GPA and has travelled to several impoverished countries to work with children with HIV / AIDS. She is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
Youngstown Alumni Club Donald “Red” Nolfi Award ($1,000) Established in honor of Red Nolfi, the first Beta Omicron (Youngstown State University) president and a guiding force for area alumni.
Dalton Mack
Dalton is a senior studying environmental engineering and chemistry at St. Francis University. He is a Beta Lambda chapter officer as well as the commanding officer of all of the university bands. Dalton runs a rural chemistry outreach program for kids while maintaining a 3.4 GPA. He is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
A. Joseph Creston Award ($1,000) Established by the 34th National President A. Joseph Creston.
Jenna Santilli Smith
Jenna is a first year law student and Fulbright Scholar from Arizona State University. She graduated with a 4.0 GPA and co-founded REACH, an underserved area boys and girls club in Arizona.
(New in 2016) Joseph and Janet Caldarella Family Award ($1,000) Established in 2016 in recognition of the positive impact APD has had on Joe (Beta Sigma '73) and family. Also, in memory of his father Salvatore, a first generation Italian-American graduate of the City University of N..Y. who overcame some of the same challenges and prejudice that our founders faced.
Amanda Rosinski
Amanda is a previous scholarship winner who is pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. With a history of volunteerism in the community, Amanda is also a research assistant in her program. She has received numerous academic honors and has a long history of community volunteerism.
Panella Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by late Brother Leon Panella and family. Leon was a Scholarship Trustee and served as a Foundation Director.
Robin Lieb
Robin attends the State University of New York Albany campus and is an officer in Epsilon Eta chapter. He is a junior business administration major in the Honors College with a 3.93 GPA. His department chairman describes him as “one of the best students I have worked with”.
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Carmelo and Carmela Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by late brother James Giampiccolo in honor of his parents.
Louis Gregorio
Louis attends St. John’s University and is a brother at Gamma Sigma. He is a sophomore finance major with a 3.54 GPA.
Jenna Santilli Smith
Jenna is a first year law student and Fulbright Scholar from Arizona State University. She graduated with a 4.0 GPA and co-founded REACH, an underserved area boys and girls club in Arizona.
(New in 2016) Joseph and Janet Caldarella Family Award ($1,000) Established in 2016 in recognition of the positive impact APD has had on Joe (Beta Sigma '73) and family. Also, in memory of his father Salvatore, a first generation Italian-American graduate of the City University of N..Y. who overcame some of the same challenges and prejudice that our founders faced.
Amanda Rosinski
Amanda is a previous scholarship winner who is pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. With a history of volunteerism in the community, Amanda is also a research assistant in her program. She has received numerous academic honors and has a long history of community volunteerism.
Panella Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by late Brother Leon Panella and family. Leon was a Scholarship Trustee and served as a Foundation Director.
Robin Lieb
Robin attends the State University of New York Albany campus and is an officer in Epsilon Eta chapter. He is a junior business administration major in the Honors College with a 3.93 GPA. His department chairman describes him as “one of the best students I have worked with”.
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Carmelo and Carmela Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by late brother James Giampiccolo in honor of his parents.
Louis Gregorio
Louis attends St. John’s University and is a brother at Gamma Sigma. He is a sophomore finance major with a 3.54 GPA.
Daniel Creston Award ($500) Daniel is the son of Past National President A. Joseph Creston.
Victor Miller
A brother at the University of New Haven Colony, he is an electrical engineering major entering his junior year. He boasts a 3.85 GPA and is a member of the Honor Society.
Domenic Mente Award ($500) Established by Neumann College alumnus Joseph O’Keefe in honor of his mentor.
Gabrielle Gentile
Gabrielle is the niece of Xi Chapter (Ohio State University) alumnus Perry Chappano. She is a junior microbiology major with a 3.7 GPA, a peer chemistry tutor, and is active in her sorority at the University of Pittsburgh.
Eta Chapter Award Honoring Joseph Randazzo ($500) Established by the alumni of the City College of New York and other friends of late brother Joseph Randazzo.
Christine Phelan
Christine is a senior theater major at Muhlenberg College and is a previous APD scholarship award winner. She maintains a 3.7 GPA and is a Presidential Merit Scholarship winner at her school. Christine is the daughter of Steve Phelan, Beta Sigma alumnus (St. Francis College).
Fabrizio Family Award ($500) Established by Scholarship Trustee Paul Fabrizio and family.
Colin Weber
A University of New Haven colony member, he is a chemical engineering major and a senator in the student government.
Victor Miller
A brother at the University of New Haven Colony, he is an electrical engineering major entering his junior year. He boasts a 3.85 GPA and is a member of the Honor Society.
Domenic Mente Award ($500) Established by Neumann College alumnus Joseph O’Keefe in honor of his mentor.
Gabrielle Gentile
Gabrielle is the niece of Xi Chapter (Ohio State University) alumnus Perry Chappano. She is a junior microbiology major with a 3.7 GPA, a peer chemistry tutor, and is active in her sorority at the University of Pittsburgh.
Eta Chapter Award Honoring Joseph Randazzo ($500) Established by the alumni of the City College of New York and other friends of late brother Joseph Randazzo.
Christine Phelan
Christine is a senior theater major at Muhlenberg College and is a previous APD scholarship award winner. She maintains a 3.7 GPA and is a Presidential Merit Scholarship winner at her school. Christine is the daughter of Steve Phelan, Beta Sigma alumnus (St. Francis College).
Fabrizio Family Award ($500) Established by Scholarship Trustee Paul Fabrizio and family.
Colin Weber
A University of New Haven colony member, he is a chemical engineering major and a senator in the student government.
Frank Cavallaro Award ($500) Established in honor of the 22nd National President and longtime expansion chairman.
Julie DelGreco
Julie is the niece of Rocco Muffi, Psi ’65, and a repeat APD scholarship winner. She attends Seton Hill University as a senior forensic science major and is a Presidential Scholar.
Frank Costanzo Award (I) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Jacob Penk
Jacob is a Beta Omicron brother at Youngstown State University and a special education major. He is a senior Presidential Mentor at school and maintains a 3.54 GPA.
Frank Costanzo Award (II) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Gregory Newman II
Gregory is a senior mechanical engineering major at Beta Rho (Gannon University). He is the chapter vice-president and is active in the Hockey Club on campus.
Izzo Family Scholarship ($500) This award honors Albert Izzo (Pi chapter founder), Carl P. Izzo Jr and Carl P. Izzo Sr.
Laura Reizine
Laura is the niece of Jack Consiglio, Psi ’73. She is entering her junior year with a 3.93 GPA as a nursing major. Laura hopes to become a nurse practitioner. She has been on the Dean’s List throughout her college career and is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
James S. & Theresa Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late brother James S. Giampiccolo and his wife.
Joseph Cairo
Joseph is a senior accounting major, pursuing a master’s degree for his CPA. He was the Gamma Iota (Pace University) team captain for fundraisers as well as a chapter officer and repeat scholarship winner.
Julie DelGreco
Julie is the niece of Rocco Muffi, Psi ’65, and a repeat APD scholarship winner. She attends Seton Hill University as a senior forensic science major and is a Presidential Scholar.
Frank Costanzo Award (I) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Jacob Penk
Jacob is a Beta Omicron brother at Youngstown State University and a special education major. He is a senior Presidential Mentor at school and maintains a 3.54 GPA.
Frank Costanzo Award (II) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Gregory Newman II
Gregory is a senior mechanical engineering major at Beta Rho (Gannon University). He is the chapter vice-president and is active in the Hockey Club on campus.
Izzo Family Scholarship ($500) This award honors Albert Izzo (Pi chapter founder), Carl P. Izzo Jr and Carl P. Izzo Sr.
Laura Reizine
Laura is the niece of Jack Consiglio, Psi ’73. She is entering her junior year with a 3.93 GPA as a nursing major. Laura hopes to become a nurse practitioner. She has been on the Dean’s List throughout her college career and is a repeat APD scholarship winner.
James S. & Theresa Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late brother James S. Giampiccolo and his wife.
Joseph Cairo
Joseph is a senior accounting major, pursuing a master’s degree for his CPA. He was the Gamma Iota (Pace University) team captain for fundraisers as well as a chapter officer and repeat scholarship winner.
Louis J. Mauriello Award ($500) Established by his family in honor of brother Mauriello, Eta ‘34.
Jordan Schwed
He attends the University of New Haven Colony as a junior criminal justice major. Jordan is a Presidential Scholarship winner and maintains a 3.97 GPA.
Mancusi Family Award ($500) Created by 52nd National President Chris Mancusi to honor Alberto & Angelina Mancusi as well as their relatives in Ischia, Italy.
Troy Colcasi
A junior criminal justice major at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma), Troy maintains a 3.79 GPA and is active in many campus charitable events.
Jordan Schwed
He attends the University of New Haven Colony as a junior criminal justice major. Jordan is a Presidential Scholarship winner and maintains a 3.97 GPA.
Mancusi Family Award ($500) Created by 52nd National President Chris Mancusi to honor Alberto & Angelina Mancusi as well as their relatives in Ischia, Italy.
Troy Colcasi
A junior criminal justice major at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma), Troy maintains a 3.79 GPA and is active in many campus charitable events.
Modica Family Award ($500) Created by Theta Beta alumnus Thomas Modica and his family in memory of his parents Joseph & Violet.
Matthew Mattera
The chapter president at Beta Beta (Manhattan College), Matthew is a senior finance major planning on perusing his MBA. In addition to fraternal activities, he is also active in student government.
Anthony Sallo Memorial Award ($500) Established by his many APD friends, Anthony was a member of Psi chapter at Duquesne University.
Alana Mazzei
Alana is the granddaughter of John Liotta, Psi ’56. She is a junior involved in many campus activities while maintaining a 3.7 GPA working part time to support her tuition. She is an aspiring physician’s assistant. Alana is a previous APD scholarship winner.
Matthew Mattera
The chapter president at Beta Beta (Manhattan College), Matthew is a senior finance major planning on perusing his MBA. In addition to fraternal activities, he is also active in student government.
Anthony Sallo Memorial Award ($500) Established by his many APD friends, Anthony was a member of Psi chapter at Duquesne University.
Alana Mazzei
Alana is the granddaughter of John Liotta, Psi ’56. She is a junior involved in many campus activities while maintaining a 3.7 GPA working part time to support her tuition. She is an aspiring physician’s assistant. Alana is a previous APD scholarship winner.
The Santo J. Barbarino Award ($500) Created by the Scholarship Trustees in honor of late Brother Santo’s contributions to scholarship. A past National President, he also served as District Governor and editor of the Kleos. He was a beloved educator and this award is presented annually to an undergraduate brother who has successfully overcome significant challenges to his academic career. This award is in addition to any other award received
Anthony Powell
The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award ($500)
Jessica Steiner
Jessica is the granddaughter of Psi (Duquesne University) alumnus Anthony Iole. She is an education major pursuing her master’s degree.
Raymo Santilli Family Award ($500) Created by Psi alumnus Raymo Santilli who is a Scholarship Trustee.
Michael Barrish
Mike is a full time graduate student at American University studying middle eastern and north African studies. He is a graduate of Penn State (Chi chapter).
Richard Primiano Award ($500) Established by the late 38th National President and longtime Scholarship Trustee.
Jordan Ramos-Farhat
A Gamma Mu brother at Stockton University, Jordan is a senior marketing major and Honor Society member. He is a leader in the Greek fraternal community on campus. His family has overcome many obstacles as a result of Hurricane Sandy.
Anthony Powell
The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award ($500)
Jessica Steiner
Jessica is the granddaughter of Psi (Duquesne University) alumnus Anthony Iole. She is an education major pursuing her master’s degree.
Raymo Santilli Family Award ($500) Created by Psi alumnus Raymo Santilli who is a Scholarship Trustee.
Michael Barrish
Mike is a full time graduate student at American University studying middle eastern and north African studies. He is a graduate of Penn State (Chi chapter).
Richard Primiano Award ($500) Established by the late 38th National President and longtime Scholarship Trustee.
Jordan Ramos-Farhat
A Gamma Mu brother at Stockton University, Jordan is a senior marketing major and Honor Society member. He is a leader in the Greek fraternal community on campus. His family has overcome many obstacles as a result of Hurricane Sandy.
Robert L. Polito Beta Rho Memorial Award ($500) His pledge brothers are proud to memorialize him with this scholarship.
Brennan Clouner
Brennan is a cum laude graduate of Gannon University (Beta Rho). He served as chapter president and played ice hockey. He is studying for a master’s degree in sports and exercise science.
Rocco A. Sutera Scholarship ($500) Created by a gift in the will of Beta Eta (Brooklyn College) alumnus Rocco Sutera. He served as Chairman of the Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award prior to its merger with the National Scholarship Fund.
Elena Schiavone
Elena is a junior psychology major at the University of Pennsylvania. She mentors young girls and is active with Big Brothers Big Sisters on campus.
Russo Family Scholarship ($500) Brothers John and Paul Russo and their families honor the memory of their parents, Anthony and Marie Russo.
Timothy Rodak
A senior chapter president at Psi (Duquesne University), Tim is pursuing his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. He has a 3.4 GPA and has been on the Dean’s List many times.
The Scholars Award ($500) Established by the generous contributions of past Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship recipients and their sponsors.
Nick Della Vecchia
Nick is the Epsilon Beta chapter president at La Salle University. He is a Founders Scholarship winner and a senior accounting major. Nick is active in university track and field.
Southern California Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Southern California Alumni Club.
Anthony Sciarratta
A founding member of the Queens College (NY) colony, Anthony is a senior communications major.
Steubenville Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Steubenville Alumni Club.
Eamon Phalen
He is the son of Steve Phelan, Beta Sigma (St. Francis College, NY). Eamon is a junior business management major and plans to pursue his MBA. He is an accomplished Eagle Scout and maintains a 3.6 GPA.
Steubenville Ladies Auxiliary Award ($500) The award of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Steubenville Alumni Club.
Skyler Drew
Sklyer attends York College, PA, and is sophomore public relations major. She has overcome several obstacles in her younger days and has achieved Dean’s List status and earned an academic scholarship. She has a perfect 4.0 GPA.
Adam DiVincenzo Award ($500) In honor of the late 21st Grand Consul and longtime National Secretary.
Angelo Bechara
A senior political science and French major at Stockton University (Gamma Mu), Angelo has organized chapter events has a leadership role on the Model U.N. on campus.
Anthony Sciarratta
A founding member of the Queens College (NY) colony, Anthony is a senior communications major.
Steubenville Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Steubenville Alumni Club.
Eamon Phalen
He is the son of Steve Phelan, Beta Sigma (St. Francis College, NY). Eamon is a junior business management major and plans to pursue his MBA. He is an accomplished Eagle Scout and maintains a 3.6 GPA.
Steubenville Ladies Auxiliary Award ($500) The award of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Steubenville Alumni Club.
Skyler Drew
Sklyer attends York College, PA, and is sophomore public relations major. She has overcome several obstacles in her younger days and has achieved Dean’s List status and earned an academic scholarship. She has a perfect 4.0 GPA.
Adam DiVincenzo Award ($500) In honor of the late 21st Grand Consul and longtime National Secretary.
Angelo Bechara
A senior political science and French major at Stockton University (Gamma Mu), Angelo has organized chapter events has a leadership role on the Model U.N. on campus.
Alpha Phi Delta Resort Association of New York Award ($500) Established by brothers who had collected funds with hopes to build a fraternity owned resort in New York State.
Matthew DiGregorio
The Chaplain of Gamma Sigma chapter at St. John’s University, Matt is a senior risk management major with a 3.62 GPA.
Barbarino Family Award ($500) Established by late Past National President and founding Scholarship Trustee Santo Barbarino and his family.
Anthony Powell
Anthony is a St. Joseph’s College Information Technology major with a 3.6 GPA. He returned to college after a ten year hiatus. He is an active dad and dedicated family man. He was described as “working diligently to balance his family, career and service” responsibilities.
(New in 2016) Beta Lambda Award ($500) Established in 2016 by the alumni of Beta Lambda chapter (St. Francis College, PA) in honor of their long time moderator Dr. Albert Zanzucki who passed away in 2016.
Michael Dorrico
A Southern Connecticut State University (Gamma Xi) brother, Mike is junior business finance major. He is involved in peer mentoring on campus and has held several chapter offices.
(New in 2016) Jack and Yara Consiglio Award ($500) Established in 2016 by Psi Chapter alumnus Jack Consiglio and his wife Yara.
John Femoyer
John is a founding member and president of Epsilon Kappa chapter at Dowling College. He is a senior business management major on a college academic scholarship.
Matthew DiGregorio
The Chaplain of Gamma Sigma chapter at St. John’s University, Matt is a senior risk management major with a 3.62 GPA.
Barbarino Family Award ($500) Established by late Past National President and founding Scholarship Trustee Santo Barbarino and his family.
Anthony Powell
Anthony is a St. Joseph’s College Information Technology major with a 3.6 GPA. He returned to college after a ten year hiatus. He is an active dad and dedicated family man. He was described as “working diligently to balance his family, career and service” responsibilities.
(New in 2016) Beta Lambda Award ($500) Established in 2016 by the alumni of Beta Lambda chapter (St. Francis College, PA) in honor of their long time moderator Dr. Albert Zanzucki who passed away in 2016.
Michael Dorrico
A Southern Connecticut State University (Gamma Xi) brother, Mike is junior business finance major. He is involved in peer mentoring on campus and has held several chapter offices.
(New in 2016) Jack and Yara Consiglio Award ($500) Established in 2016 by Psi Chapter alumnus Jack Consiglio and his wife Yara.
John Femoyer
John is a founding member and president of Epsilon Kappa chapter at Dowling College. He is a senior business management major on a college academic scholarship.
