2020 Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship Winners
62 Scholarships were awarded to deserving recipients in 2020. Due to the Pandemic, there was no awards given out at the convention, and thus, no pictures of any award winners on this page. Note that scholarship checks will be mailed the week of September 15th.
The Scholarship Fund is a division of the Alpha Phi Delta Foundation Inc. a 501(c) (3) charitable corporation. Scholarship funds are maintained separately from the general funds of the Foundation. Scholarships are awarded when a designated fund’s total reaches $10,000. A fund can be started with any amount as seed funding. The Scholarship Trustees are: Charles Fiore, Esq. (Chairman), Neil Anastasio (Co-chairman), Nicholas Franki (Co-chairman), Chris Shipley (Treasurer), Peter Gaudiuso,Anthony Barbieri, Paul Fabrizio, John Hadgkiss, Raymo Santilli, Jack Consiglio, Ronald Sme, and Anthony Thomas. Award winners are selected based on scholastic achievement, financial need and fraternal or community service.
The Scholarship Fund is a division of the Alpha Phi Delta Foundation Inc. a 501(c) (3) charitable corporation. Scholarship funds are maintained separately from the general funds of the Foundation. Scholarships are awarded when a designated fund’s total reaches $10,000. A fund can be started with any amount as seed funding. The Scholarship Trustees are: Charles Fiore, Esq. (Chairman), Neil Anastasio (Co-chairman), Nicholas Franki (Co-chairman), Chris Shipley (Treasurer), Peter Gaudiuso,Anthony Barbieri, Paul Fabrizio, John Hadgkiss, Raymo Santilli, Jack Consiglio, Ronald Sme, and Anthony Thomas. Award winners are selected based on scholastic achievement, financial need and fraternal or community service.
Anthony Carfang Award ($5,000) Established by the 36th National President and current Foundation Chairman. He is the all-time leading financial donor to the Alpha Phi Delta Foundation.
Joseph DiBella
This outstanding student is a Presidential Scholar, Honors Scholar, and multiple Dean’s List recipient. He attends the University of New Haven (Epsilon Lambda) and is entering his senior year. Joseph is a chemical engineering major and is preparing for a career in aerospace and aerospace materials. He is entering his senior year with a 3.6 GPA and is active in his chapter as chapter secretary. His professor describes him this way, “his maturity and enthusiasm for learning is abundant”. Congratulations!
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Stanley Raffa Award ($2,500) Established by the 30th National President and former Scholarship Chairman.
Vincent Maimone
Vincent is a repeat scholarship winner and is now entering graduate studies for an MBA in accounting. He graduated with a 3.8 GPA and despite financial struggles, served his chapter (Epsilon Beta) at LaSalle University as president for two terms. Vincent was a National Collegiate and LaSalle Scholar. He was captain of several sports teams on campus and awaits a career in accounting with a job offer from Ernst & Young.
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Brooklyn Alumni Club Award ($2,500)
Ryan Torres
The son of New York City Police Department officers, Ryan is a repeat scholarship winner from Beta Beta (Manhattan College). He is a senior biochemistry and physics major with a 3.6 GPA pursuing a career in chemical biology. He is an honors student, having presented molecular research he has done to regional professional groups. His research professor says, “he stands out amongst his peers for his depth of knowledge”.
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Anthony & Stella Barbieri Award ($2,000) Established by Brother Anthony & Rosina Barbieri in honor of his parents.
Justin Matthews
As the first in his family to attend college, Justin has overcome multiple family tragedies to become a repeat scholarship winner. He enters his senior year as a finance major with a 3.6 GPA at Stockton University (Gamma Mu). Justin has served as chapter president, treasurer, and public relations chair. He is a multiple Dean’s List recipient.
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John J. Hadgkiss Centennial Scholarship ($2,000) Funded by Beta Rho alumnus John Hadgkiss, Scholarship Trustee.
Michael Beovich
Michael attends Pace University (Gamma Iota) as an accounting major with a 3.6 GPA. He hopes to obtain a position as a CPA in a big four accounting firm. Despite significant family responsibilities, Michael has served his chapter as president and vice president while achieving First Honors and Dean’s List.
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Ernest Coletti Award ($1,500) Established by the Mohawk Valley Alumni Club & former District Gov. Ernest Coletti.
Patrick O’Neill
This Presidential Scholar is entering his senior year with a 3.8 GPA at the University of New Haven (Epsilon Lambda). Patrick hopes to achieve a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He has served his chapter as pledge master and vice-president, all while winning the Outstanding Psychology Undergraduate Research Award
North Jersey Alumni Club Award ($1,500) Honoring Americo Faruolo, member of Beta Xi chapter and the NJAC.
Ginamarie Pizza
The granddaughter and daughter, respectively, of brothers Al Palazzo, PNP and Arthur Pizza, Ginamarie studies nursing at Utica College and is entering her junior year. She sports a 3.5 GPA and hopes to become a nurse practitioner in the future. Ginamarie is a multiple Dean’s List awardee and is described by her history professor as “among the top 1% of students over time who have taken my course”.
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Pittsburgh Alumni Club Award ($1,500)
Tyler Spreng
Tyler appreciates his past scholarship win as assisting him significantly in his studies. He is an aspiring Physician’s Assistant and is in the senior year of a five-year Master’s program. Tyler serves in the National Guard and is his ROTC company Commander while maintaining a 3.8 GPA. He serves Beta Lambda chapter (St. Francis University) as vice president and is a Founders Scholar.
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Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award ($1,500) Established by the LIAC in honor of the 7th Grand Consul.
Anthony Davis
Anthony is a junior psychology major hoping to study medicine and practice as a psychiatrist. He is a Provost Scholar and sports a 3.3 GPA at the Franciscan University of Steubenville (Beta Theta). He is the chapter secretary and works with the homeless in Steubenville with his brothers.
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A. Joseph Creston Award ($1,500) Established by the 34th National President.
Nicholas Dingler
A repeat scholarship winner, Nicholas is the first in his family to attend college. He currently is pursuing an MBA at LaSalle University (Epsilon Beta). Having a degree in finance with a 3.5 GPA, he is the founder of a business to educate people about finance. He boasts 730 thousand followers on Twitter and has hired sixteen interns through his business venture.
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Mancusi Family Award ($1,500) Created by the 52nd National President Chris Mancusi to honor Alberto & Angelina Mancusi as well as their relatives in Ischia, Italy
Paul DiPadua
Attending Syracuse University Law School in the fall, Paul graduated St. John’s University (Beta Pi) with a stellar 3.92 GPA. He is a three-term chapter president and repeat scholarship winner. Paul has attained multiple undergraduate honors and hopes to serve Alpha Phi Delta on a national level in the future.
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Brother Camillus Casey Award ($1,000) Honoring former National Chaplain Bro. Camillus Casey.
Andrew Pelzer
Andrew is the President and a founder of his chapter at Fitchburg State University (Epsilon Omicron). He enters his senior year as a biology major having overcome significant family tragedy. Andrew has held every office in his chapter during his undergraduate career.
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Felix Infausto Scholarship ($1,000) Established by his widow Clara Infausto in her will. Bro. Infausto was inducted into Epsilon chapter in 1929.
Daniel Yu
Daniel attends Stockton University (Gamma Mu) and is entering his senior year with a 3.4 GPA. He intends to become an occupational therapist. Hoping to overcome severe COVID related family struggles, Daniel will use this scholarship to assist toward that end. He is a track and field captain in hurdling.
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Lillian Anastasio Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by her children, including Theta Beta alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Neil Anastasio.
Tony Balyan
Entering his senior year at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma), Tony is an aspiring CPA and a current accounting major. His 3.4 GPA has earned him membership in the Honor Society where he serves as secretary. He is also chapter secretary.
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New York Alumni Club Award honoring 32nd National President Albert Palazzo ($1,000)
Olivia Franki
Olivia is the daughter of PNP Nicholas Franki, and is in a five year BA/MA program in history at Seton Hall University. She enters her sophomore year with a 3.9 GPA and is a Presidential Scholarship winner. She is described by her professor as “an excellent student”.
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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.
Robert Stevens
Robert is a junior at Utica College (Beta Iota) and an aspiring sportscaster. He is supporting himself in college and yet maintains a 3.9 GPA in communications and media. Robert is an intermural captain for multiple sports and has served his chapter as chaplain and rush chair.
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Richard Rau Scholarship Award ($1,000) In honor of the late Richard Rau, Beta Sigma brother at St. Francis College (NY).
Skyler Ellis
Sklyer is the daughter of brother Carl Ellis and attends the University of Alabama. She is an aspiring lawyer and enters her senior year with a perfect 4.0 GPA. She is an environmental science major and Presidential Scholarship winner. Skyler participates in medical relief service through the “Beyond Bama” campus program.
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Military Scholarship ($1,000) Established by, and in honor of, the military veterans of Alpha Phi Delta.
Wole Barnarde
Wole is a multiple scholarship winner and is pursuing an electrical engineering degree at the Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology (Epsilon Xi). He has a 3.5 GPA and is a founding member of the chapter as well as serving as the student government president. He has appeared on the President’s List, Dean’s List and Faculty List multiple times.
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Vincent & James Muffoletto Award ($1,000) Established by the 29th National President and his son.
Hieu Nguyen
A repeat scholarship winner, Hieu is the chapter president at Beta Lambda (St. Francis University). He has a 3.7 GPA as a senior nursing student. Hieu has appeared on the Dean’s List multiple times and hopes to become an ICU nurse.
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Perciavalle Family Scholarship ($1,000) Created by Psi alumnus (Duquesne University) Frank Perciavalle who was one of the first scholarship winners in 1979.
Ian O’Keefe
The son of brother Joseph O’Keefe, Ian attended Bucknell University where he graduated as a four-year Presidential Fellow with a 3.4 GPA. He will be attending the University of Southern California Dental School in the fall.
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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.
William Sanacore
As the chapter president of Epsilon Gamma chapter (St. Joseph’s College), William dealt with family health issues to achieve a 3.5 GPA as a nursing major. He is entering his senior year having been honored with multiple Dean’s List appearances. William aspires to become an ICU nurse.
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Joseph and Janet Caldarella Family Award ($1,000) Established in recognition of the positive impact APD has had on their family, and in memory of Salvatore Caldarella.
Anthony Mentesana
Anthony is a senior at Pace University (Gamma Iota) with a 3.5 GPA in accounting. He is a first generation American and has served as the president of the Inter Fraternity Council (IFC) on his campus. His professor states “he is a leader in his academic program, fraternity and Pace University community”.
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Dr. Albert Zanzuccki Beta Lambda Award ($1,000) Established by the alumni of St. Francis College, PA in honor of their long time moderator.
Noah Guinto
This aspiring physician’s assistant is a Provost and Dean’s List awardee at St Francis University (Beta Lambda). Noah hopes to practice in the emergency department or surgery in the future. He enters his senior year with a 3.6 GPA, having served his chapter as pledgemaster and recruitment chair.
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Panella Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by late Brother Leon Panella and family. Leon was a Scholarship Trustee and served as a Foundation Director.
Logan Bowser
Entering his junior year as a nursing major, Logan sports a 3.96 GPA and has appeared on the President’s List and Dean’s List multiple times. He attends St. Francis University (Beta Lambda) and is active in his chapter and on campus with religious studies.
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Brothers Fafara, Kosteck, Small Award ($1,000) Created by Beta Xi alumni (New Jersey Institute of Technology) Larry Kauffman, Jeff Terjeson and the NJAC in honor of three Beta Xi alumni.
Justin Kaufman
Justin is the son of brother Larry Kaufman and the biological and fraternal brother of Harrison Kaufman. He attends the University of Delaware as a Provost Scholar and is seeking an MBA in finance. He enters his senior year with a 3.6 GPA and has achieved the Colonial Athletic Association Honor Roll.
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(NEW) Kaufman Family Award ($1,000) Established by Larry (Beta Xi ’88), his son Harrison (Epsilon Lambda ’15), wife Laura and son Justin to honor the impact our Brotherhood has had on its members and their families.
Joseph Sansone
Joseph is a repeat scholarship winner from Beta Phi (Rowan University). He is a marketing and management major with a 3.8 GPA entering his senior year. In addition to his duties as the Management Society President, his chapter activities include supporting fundraising for childhood cancer, blanket drives and assisting special needs children.
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Fabrizio Family Award ($1,000) Established by Scholarship Trustee Paul Fabrizio and family.
Alayna McMenamin
The granddaughter of brother James McMenamin, Alayna studies pharmacy at Gannon University. She was part of the Gannon University Honors Program graduating with a 3.9 GPA and is entering Pharmacy School in the fall. Her career goal is pharmacy research.
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Carmelo and Carmela Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by late brother James Giampiccolo in honor of his parents.
Jake Keuler, Epsilon Beta (LaSalle University)
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Daniel Creston Award ($500) Daniel is the son of Past National President A. Joseph Creston.
Meghan Haverlack, Duquesne University
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Domenic Mente Award ($500) Established by Neumann College alumnus Joseph O’Keefe in honor of his mentor.
Sergio Tlatenco, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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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.
Sean Buckley, Beta Iota (Utica College)
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Frank Cavallaro Award ($500) Established in honor of the 22nd National President and longtime expansion chairman.
Timothy Horchuck, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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Frank Costanzo Award (I) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
George Khalil, Epsilon Delta (Montclair State University)
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Frank Costanzo Award (II) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Oladimeji Sobanjo, Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology)
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Izzo Family Scholarship ($500) This award honors Albert Izzo (Pi chapter founder), Carl P. Izzo Jr and Carl P. Izzo Sr.
Christian D’Agostino, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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James S. & Theresa Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late brother James S. Giampiccolo and his wife.
Brody Gaura, Gamma Iota (Pace University)
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Louis J. Mauriello Award ($500) Established by his family in honor of brother Mauriello, Eta ‘34.
Elias Brenes, Gamma Sigma (St. John’s University – Staten Island)
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Paul Alafogiannis Beta Pi Memorial Award ($500) Established by the alumni of Beta Pi (St. John's University), honoring the brotherhood and life of Paul Alafogiannis.
Matthew Stillman, Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology)
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Modica Family Award ($500) Created by Theta Beta alumnus Thomas Modica and his family in memory of his parents Joseph & Violet.
Stefania Valera (University of Rhode Island)
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Anthony Sallo Memorial Award ($500) Established by his many APD friends, Anthony was a member of Psi chapter at Duquesne University.
Frank Rao, Gamma Sigma (St. John’s University- Staten Island)
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The Santo J. Barbarino Award ($500) Created by the Scholarship Trustees in honor of late trustee’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.
Jacob Cusumano, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award ($500)
Jackson O’Connor, Beta Lambda (St. Francis University)
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Raymo Santilli Family Award ($500) Created by Psi alumnus Raymo Santilli who is a Scholarship Trustee.
Nico Cavalluzzi, Williams College
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Richard Primiano Award ($500) Established by the late 38th National President and longtime Scholarship Trustee.
Matthew Milano, Epsilon Pi (State University of New York – Cortland)
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Robert L. Polito Beta Rho Memorial Award ($500) His pledge brothers are proud to memorialize him with this scholarship.
Nicolas Reyes, Epsilon Delta (Montclair State University)
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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.
Kevin Camargo, Beta Iota (Utica College)
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Russo Family Scholarship ($500) Brothers John and Paul Russo and their families honor the memory of their parents, Anthony and Marie Russo.
Connor Marble, State University of New York New Paltz Colony
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The Scholars Award ($500) Established by the generous contributions of past Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship recipients and their sponsors.
Casey Spencer. Fairleigh Dickinson University
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Southern California Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Southern California Alumni Club.
Reed Corcoran, Beta Iota (Utica College
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Steubenville Alumni Club Award ($500)
Riley Scheuritzel, Gamma Xi (Southern Connecticut State University)
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Steubenville Ladies Auxiliary Award ($500)
Jacob Liese, Epsilon Epsilon (State University of New York – Farmingdale)
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Adam DiVincenzo Award ($500) In honor of the late 21st Grand Consul and longtime National Secretary.
Ben Bagbek, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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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.
Trevon Adjodha, Epsilon Xi (Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology)
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Barbarino Family Award ($500) Established by late Past National President and founding Scholarship Trustee Santo Barbarino and his family.
Aidan Sweeney, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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Jack and Yara Consiglio Award ($500) Established by Psi Chapter alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Jack Consiglio and his wife Yara.
Tyler Holder, Delta Theta (Marist College)
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Fiore Family Award ($500) The award of Scholarship Chairman Charles Fiore and his family.
Tyler Mallozzi, Epsilon Theta (Misericordia University)
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Father Tuozzolo Award ($500) Established by brothers of Psi Chapter (Duquesne University) and the Pittsburgh Alumni Club to honor their long time chapter chaplain. Fr. Tuozzolo also served as National Chaplain in the 1980s.
Amanda Ciano, Manhattan College
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Sirchio Family Award ($500) Created by brother Mike Sirchio (Delta Psi - Lynn University) and his family in memory of his mother Kathleen Sirchio.
Nicole Young, The Rochester Institute of Technology
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Theta Beta Alumni Award ($500) Created by the alumni brothers of NYU.
Christina Bruno, St. John’s University
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(NEW) Franki Family Award ($500) Nick and Angela Franki, Gamma Lambda 1987 and Alex and Deidre Franki, Gamma Lambda 1990 are happy to establish the Franki Family Scholarship. Nick and Alex have been continuously active in APD since their undergraduate years, culminating in serving our fraternity as National President and Foundation Chairman respectively. They are looking forward to increasing their scholarship in the years to come and are hopeful that many deserving brother applicants will be recognized for their efforts.
Peter Knights, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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(NEW) Alessandro Family Award ($500)
Laik Greeen, Beta Sigma (St. Francis College)
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(NEW) Shipley Family Award ($500) Established by the Shipley family, Calvin (Psi '71) and Chris (Psi '99) are longtime supporters of the National Fraternity and the Pittsburgh Alumni Club. Calvin has been involved with Alpha Phi Delta for almost 50 years on both a local and national level and Chris is a former scholarship winner and is the current Treasurer of the Foundation.
Christina LoMonaco, Pennsylvania State University
Joseph DiBella
This outstanding student is a Presidential Scholar, Honors Scholar, and multiple Dean’s List recipient. He attends the University of New Haven (Epsilon Lambda) and is entering his senior year. Joseph is a chemical engineering major and is preparing for a career in aerospace and aerospace materials. He is entering his senior year with a 3.6 GPA and is active in his chapter as chapter secretary. His professor describes him this way, “his maturity and enthusiasm for learning is abundant”. Congratulations!
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Stanley Raffa Award ($2,500) Established by the 30th National President and former Scholarship Chairman.
Vincent Maimone
Vincent is a repeat scholarship winner and is now entering graduate studies for an MBA in accounting. He graduated with a 3.8 GPA and despite financial struggles, served his chapter (Epsilon Beta) at LaSalle University as president for two terms. Vincent was a National Collegiate and LaSalle Scholar. He was captain of several sports teams on campus and awaits a career in accounting with a job offer from Ernst & Young.
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Brooklyn Alumni Club Award ($2,500)
Ryan Torres
The son of New York City Police Department officers, Ryan is a repeat scholarship winner from Beta Beta (Manhattan College). He is a senior biochemistry and physics major with a 3.6 GPA pursuing a career in chemical biology. He is an honors student, having presented molecular research he has done to regional professional groups. His research professor says, “he stands out amongst his peers for his depth of knowledge”.
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Anthony & Stella Barbieri Award ($2,000) Established by Brother Anthony & Rosina Barbieri in honor of his parents.
Justin Matthews
As the first in his family to attend college, Justin has overcome multiple family tragedies to become a repeat scholarship winner. He enters his senior year as a finance major with a 3.6 GPA at Stockton University (Gamma Mu). Justin has served as chapter president, treasurer, and public relations chair. He is a multiple Dean’s List recipient.
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John J. Hadgkiss Centennial Scholarship ($2,000) Funded by Beta Rho alumnus John Hadgkiss, Scholarship Trustee.
Michael Beovich
Michael attends Pace University (Gamma Iota) as an accounting major with a 3.6 GPA. He hopes to obtain a position as a CPA in a big four accounting firm. Despite significant family responsibilities, Michael has served his chapter as president and vice president while achieving First Honors and Dean’s List.
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Ernest Coletti Award ($1,500) Established by the Mohawk Valley Alumni Club & former District Gov. Ernest Coletti.
Patrick O’Neill
This Presidential Scholar is entering his senior year with a 3.8 GPA at the University of New Haven (Epsilon Lambda). Patrick hopes to achieve a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He has served his chapter as pledge master and vice-president, all while winning the Outstanding Psychology Undergraduate Research Award
North Jersey Alumni Club Award ($1,500) Honoring Americo Faruolo, member of Beta Xi chapter and the NJAC.
Ginamarie Pizza
The granddaughter and daughter, respectively, of brothers Al Palazzo, PNP and Arthur Pizza, Ginamarie studies nursing at Utica College and is entering her junior year. She sports a 3.5 GPA and hopes to become a nurse practitioner in the future. Ginamarie is a multiple Dean’s List awardee and is described by her history professor as “among the top 1% of students over time who have taken my course”.
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Pittsburgh Alumni Club Award ($1,500)
Tyler Spreng
Tyler appreciates his past scholarship win as assisting him significantly in his studies. He is an aspiring Physician’s Assistant and is in the senior year of a five-year Master’s program. Tyler serves in the National Guard and is his ROTC company Commander while maintaining a 3.8 GPA. He serves Beta Lambda chapter (St. Francis University) as vice president and is a Founders Scholar.
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Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award ($1,500) Established by the LIAC in honor of the 7th Grand Consul.
Anthony Davis
Anthony is a junior psychology major hoping to study medicine and practice as a psychiatrist. He is a Provost Scholar and sports a 3.3 GPA at the Franciscan University of Steubenville (Beta Theta). He is the chapter secretary and works with the homeless in Steubenville with his brothers.
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A. Joseph Creston Award ($1,500) Established by the 34th National President.
Nicholas Dingler
A repeat scholarship winner, Nicholas is the first in his family to attend college. He currently is pursuing an MBA at LaSalle University (Epsilon Beta). Having a degree in finance with a 3.5 GPA, he is the founder of a business to educate people about finance. He boasts 730 thousand followers on Twitter and has hired sixteen interns through his business venture.
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Mancusi Family Award ($1,500) Created by the 52nd National President Chris Mancusi to honor Alberto & Angelina Mancusi as well as their relatives in Ischia, Italy
Paul DiPadua
Attending Syracuse University Law School in the fall, Paul graduated St. John’s University (Beta Pi) with a stellar 3.92 GPA. He is a three-term chapter president and repeat scholarship winner. Paul has attained multiple undergraduate honors and hopes to serve Alpha Phi Delta on a national level in the future.
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Brother Camillus Casey Award ($1,000) Honoring former National Chaplain Bro. Camillus Casey.
Andrew Pelzer
Andrew is the President and a founder of his chapter at Fitchburg State University (Epsilon Omicron). He enters his senior year as a biology major having overcome significant family tragedy. Andrew has held every office in his chapter during his undergraduate career.
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Felix Infausto Scholarship ($1,000) Established by his widow Clara Infausto in her will. Bro. Infausto was inducted into Epsilon chapter in 1929.
Daniel Yu
Daniel attends Stockton University (Gamma Mu) and is entering his senior year with a 3.4 GPA. He intends to become an occupational therapist. Hoping to overcome severe COVID related family struggles, Daniel will use this scholarship to assist toward that end. He is a track and field captain in hurdling.
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Lillian Anastasio Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by her children, including Theta Beta alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Neil Anastasio.
Tony Balyan
Entering his senior year at St. John’s University (Gamma Sigma), Tony is an aspiring CPA and a current accounting major. His 3.4 GPA has earned him membership in the Honor Society where he serves as secretary. He is also chapter secretary.
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New York Alumni Club Award honoring 32nd National President Albert Palazzo ($1,000)
Olivia Franki
Olivia is the daughter of PNP Nicholas Franki, and is in a five year BA/MA program in history at Seton Hall University. She enters her sophomore year with a 3.9 GPA and is a Presidential Scholarship winner. She is described by her professor as “an excellent student”.
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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.
Robert Stevens
Robert is a junior at Utica College (Beta Iota) and an aspiring sportscaster. He is supporting himself in college and yet maintains a 3.9 GPA in communications and media. Robert is an intermural captain for multiple sports and has served his chapter as chaplain and rush chair.
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Richard Rau Scholarship Award ($1,000) In honor of the late Richard Rau, Beta Sigma brother at St. Francis College (NY).
Skyler Ellis
Sklyer is the daughter of brother Carl Ellis and attends the University of Alabama. She is an aspiring lawyer and enters her senior year with a perfect 4.0 GPA. She is an environmental science major and Presidential Scholarship winner. Skyler participates in medical relief service through the “Beyond Bama” campus program.
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Military Scholarship ($1,000) Established by, and in honor of, the military veterans of Alpha Phi Delta.
Wole Barnarde
Wole is a multiple scholarship winner and is pursuing an electrical engineering degree at the Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology (Epsilon Xi). He has a 3.5 GPA and is a founding member of the chapter as well as serving as the student government president. He has appeared on the President’s List, Dean’s List and Faculty List multiple times.
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Vincent & James Muffoletto Award ($1,000) Established by the 29th National President and his son.
Hieu Nguyen
A repeat scholarship winner, Hieu is the chapter president at Beta Lambda (St. Francis University). He has a 3.7 GPA as a senior nursing student. Hieu has appeared on the Dean’s List multiple times and hopes to become an ICU nurse.
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Perciavalle Family Scholarship ($1,000) Created by Psi alumnus (Duquesne University) Frank Perciavalle who was one of the first scholarship winners in 1979.
Ian O’Keefe
The son of brother Joseph O’Keefe, Ian attended Bucknell University where he graduated as a four-year Presidential Fellow with a 3.4 GPA. He will be attending the University of Southern California Dental School in the fall.
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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.
William Sanacore
As the chapter president of Epsilon Gamma chapter (St. Joseph’s College), William dealt with family health issues to achieve a 3.5 GPA as a nursing major. He is entering his senior year having been honored with multiple Dean’s List appearances. William aspires to become an ICU nurse.
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Joseph and Janet Caldarella Family Award ($1,000) Established in recognition of the positive impact APD has had on their family, and in memory of Salvatore Caldarella.
Anthony Mentesana
Anthony is a senior at Pace University (Gamma Iota) with a 3.5 GPA in accounting. He is a first generation American and has served as the president of the Inter Fraternity Council (IFC) on his campus. His professor states “he is a leader in his academic program, fraternity and Pace University community”.
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Dr. Albert Zanzuccki Beta Lambda Award ($1,000) Established by the alumni of St. Francis College, PA in honor of their long time moderator.
Noah Guinto
This aspiring physician’s assistant is a Provost and Dean’s List awardee at St Francis University (Beta Lambda). Noah hopes to practice in the emergency department or surgery in the future. He enters his senior year with a 3.6 GPA, having served his chapter as pledgemaster and recruitment chair.
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Panella Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by late Brother Leon Panella and family. Leon was a Scholarship Trustee and served as a Foundation Director.
Logan Bowser
Entering his junior year as a nursing major, Logan sports a 3.96 GPA and has appeared on the President’s List and Dean’s List multiple times. He attends St. Francis University (Beta Lambda) and is active in his chapter and on campus with religious studies.
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Brothers Fafara, Kosteck, Small Award ($1,000) Created by Beta Xi alumni (New Jersey Institute of Technology) Larry Kauffman, Jeff Terjeson and the NJAC in honor of three Beta Xi alumni.
Justin Kaufman
Justin is the son of brother Larry Kaufman and the biological and fraternal brother of Harrison Kaufman. He attends the University of Delaware as a Provost Scholar and is seeking an MBA in finance. He enters his senior year with a 3.6 GPA and has achieved the Colonial Athletic Association Honor Roll.
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(NEW) Kaufman Family Award ($1,000) Established by Larry (Beta Xi ’88), his son Harrison (Epsilon Lambda ’15), wife Laura and son Justin to honor the impact our Brotherhood has had on its members and their families.
Joseph Sansone
Joseph is a repeat scholarship winner from Beta Phi (Rowan University). He is a marketing and management major with a 3.8 GPA entering his senior year. In addition to his duties as the Management Society President, his chapter activities include supporting fundraising for childhood cancer, blanket drives and assisting special needs children.
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Fabrizio Family Award ($1,000) Established by Scholarship Trustee Paul Fabrizio and family.
Alayna McMenamin
The granddaughter of brother James McMenamin, Alayna studies pharmacy at Gannon University. She was part of the Gannon University Honors Program graduating with a 3.9 GPA and is entering Pharmacy School in the fall. Her career goal is pharmacy research.
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Carmelo and Carmela Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by late brother James Giampiccolo in honor of his parents.
Jake Keuler, Epsilon Beta (LaSalle University)
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Daniel Creston Award ($500) Daniel is the son of Past National President A. Joseph Creston.
Meghan Haverlack, Duquesne University
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Domenic Mente Award ($500) Established by Neumann College alumnus Joseph O’Keefe in honor of his mentor.
Sergio Tlatenco, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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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.
Sean Buckley, Beta Iota (Utica College)
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Frank Cavallaro Award ($500) Established in honor of the 22nd National President and longtime expansion chairman.
Timothy Horchuck, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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Frank Costanzo Award (I) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
George Khalil, Epsilon Delta (Montclair State University)
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Frank Costanzo Award (II) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo.
Oladimeji Sobanjo, Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology)
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Izzo Family Scholarship ($500) This award honors Albert Izzo (Pi chapter founder), Carl P. Izzo Jr and Carl P. Izzo Sr.
Christian D’Agostino, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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James S. & Theresa Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late brother James S. Giampiccolo and his wife.
Brody Gaura, Gamma Iota (Pace University)
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Louis J. Mauriello Award ($500) Established by his family in honor of brother Mauriello, Eta ‘34.
Elias Brenes, Gamma Sigma (St. John’s University – Staten Island)
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Paul Alafogiannis Beta Pi Memorial Award ($500) Established by the alumni of Beta Pi (St. John's University), honoring the brotherhood and life of Paul Alafogiannis.
Matthew Stillman, Beta Xi (New Jersey Institute of Technology)
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Modica Family Award ($500) Created by Theta Beta alumnus Thomas Modica and his family in memory of his parents Joseph & Violet.
Stefania Valera (University of Rhode Island)
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Anthony Sallo Memorial Award ($500) Established by his many APD friends, Anthony was a member of Psi chapter at Duquesne University.
Frank Rao, Gamma Sigma (St. John’s University- Staten Island)
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The Santo J. Barbarino Award ($500) Created by the Scholarship Trustees in honor of late trustee’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.
Jacob Cusumano, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award ($500)
Jackson O’Connor, Beta Lambda (St. Francis University)
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Raymo Santilli Family Award ($500) Created by Psi alumnus Raymo Santilli who is a Scholarship Trustee.
Nico Cavalluzzi, Williams College
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Richard Primiano Award ($500) Established by the late 38th National President and longtime Scholarship Trustee.
Matthew Milano, Epsilon Pi (State University of New York – Cortland)
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Robert L. Polito Beta Rho Memorial Award ($500) His pledge brothers are proud to memorialize him with this scholarship.
Nicolas Reyes, Epsilon Delta (Montclair State University)
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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.
Kevin Camargo, Beta Iota (Utica College)
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Russo Family Scholarship ($500) Brothers John and Paul Russo and their families honor the memory of their parents, Anthony and Marie Russo.
Connor Marble, State University of New York New Paltz Colony
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The Scholars Award ($500) Established by the generous contributions of past Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship recipients and their sponsors.
Casey Spencer. Fairleigh Dickinson University
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Southern California Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Southern California Alumni Club.
Reed Corcoran, Beta Iota (Utica College
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Steubenville Alumni Club Award ($500)
Riley Scheuritzel, Gamma Xi (Southern Connecticut State University)
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Steubenville Ladies Auxiliary Award ($500)
Jacob Liese, Epsilon Epsilon (State University of New York – Farmingdale)
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Adam DiVincenzo Award ($500) In honor of the late 21st Grand Consul and longtime National Secretary.
Ben Bagbek, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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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.
Trevon Adjodha, Epsilon Xi (Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology)
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Barbarino Family Award ($500) Established by late Past National President and founding Scholarship Trustee Santo Barbarino and his family.
Aidan Sweeney, Beta Phi (Rowan University)
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Jack and Yara Consiglio Award ($500) Established by Psi Chapter alumnus and APD Scholarship Trustee Jack Consiglio and his wife Yara.
Tyler Holder, Delta Theta (Marist College)
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Fiore Family Award ($500) The award of Scholarship Chairman Charles Fiore and his family.
Tyler Mallozzi, Epsilon Theta (Misericordia University)
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Father Tuozzolo Award ($500) Established by brothers of Psi Chapter (Duquesne University) and the Pittsburgh Alumni Club to honor their long time chapter chaplain. Fr. Tuozzolo also served as National Chaplain in the 1980s.
Amanda Ciano, Manhattan College
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Sirchio Family Award ($500) Created by brother Mike Sirchio (Delta Psi - Lynn University) and his family in memory of his mother Kathleen Sirchio.
Nicole Young, The Rochester Institute of Technology
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Theta Beta Alumni Award ($500) Created by the alumni brothers of NYU.
Christina Bruno, St. John’s University
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(NEW) Franki Family Award ($500) Nick and Angela Franki, Gamma Lambda 1987 and Alex and Deidre Franki, Gamma Lambda 1990 are happy to establish the Franki Family Scholarship. Nick and Alex have been continuously active in APD since their undergraduate years, culminating in serving our fraternity as National President and Foundation Chairman respectively. They are looking forward to increasing their scholarship in the years to come and are hopeful that many deserving brother applicants will be recognized for their efforts.
Peter Knights, Beta Beta (Manhattan College)
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(NEW) Alessandro Family Award ($500)
Laik Greeen, Beta Sigma (St. Francis College)
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(NEW) Shipley Family Award ($500) Established by the Shipley family, Calvin (Psi '71) and Chris (Psi '99) are longtime supporters of the National Fraternity and the Pittsburgh Alumni Club. Calvin has been involved with Alpha Phi Delta for almost 50 years on both a local and national level and Chris is a former scholarship winner and is the current Treasurer of the Foundation.
Christina LoMonaco, Pennsylvania State University