Scholarship Recipients 1991-2021

2021
PhD Scholarship
Sagine Bien-Aime | Widener University School of Nursing | Resides in Philadelphia, PA

Advanced Degree - Doctoral Scholarship
Salina Torgerson | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Advanced Degree - Masters Scholarship
Sanga Jung | Penn State University | Resides in State College, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Scholarship
Easton Brown | Clarion University of Pennsylvania | Resides in Duncansville, PA​

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Scholarship
Pamela Ryan | Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences | Resides in Mount Joy, PA

Diploma Scholarship
Katelynn Antoszeski| UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing | Resides in Oakdale, PA

Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship
Megan Murphy | Chester County Intermediate Unit Practical Nursing Program | Resides in Downingtown, PA 

Associate Degree in Nursing Scholarship
Erika Barnes | Lehigh Carbon Community College | Resides in Cressona, PA

2020
PhD Scholarship
Onome Osokpo | University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Resides in Royersford, PA

Advanced Degree - Doctoral Scholarship
Aaron Douthit | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Advanced Degree - Masters Scholarship
Rebecca Cox-Davenport | Millersville University | Resides in Lancaster, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Scholarship
Julia Ciotti | Duquesne University | Resides in Canonsburg, PA​

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Scholarship
J. Mark Hennigan | Carlow University | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Diploma Scholarship
Andrea Atwood| UPMC Jameson School of Nursing | Resides in Slippery Rock, PA

Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship
Phoebe Faden | Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center | Resides in Lewisburg, PA 

Associate Degree in Nursing Scholarship
Caitlin Marietti | Westmoreland County Community College, Youngwood | Resides in Irwin, PA

2019
Advanced Degree - Doctoral
Christine Kavanagh | University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Resides in Williamsport, PA

Advanced Degree - Masters
Marcus Henderson | University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Resides in Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Cassidy Gallagher | University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Resides in Garnet Valley, PA​

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Regina Reep | Millersville University | Resides in Harrisburg, PA

Diploma
Monte Dunson, Jr.| Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of Nursing | Resides in Philadelphia, PA

Licensed Practical Nursing
Alista Dotterer | Clarion County Career Center | Resides in Hawthorn, PA 

Associate Degree in Nursing
Aiden Simpson | Lock Haven University | Resides in Bellefonte, PA

2018 
PhD Degree
Lacey Heinsberg | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Fombell, PA 

Advanced Degree - Doctoral
Derek Schmack | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA 

Advanced Degree - Masters
Alyssa Petillo | DeSales University | Resides in Breinigsville, PA 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Justine Wang | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Macungie, PA ​

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Sunny Goodyear | Walden University | Resides in Camp Hill, PA 

Associate Degree in Nursing
Beatriz Aguilera | Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

Diploma
Imani Franklin| Roxborough Memorial School of Nursing | Resides in Philadelphia, PA 

Licensed Practical Nursing
Bobbi Seifrit | Lancaster County Career & Technology Center Practical Nursing Program | Resides in Bowmansville, PA

2017 
Advanced Degree - Doctoral
Victoria Reiser | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Advanced Degree - Masters
Abigail Schmuck | Messiah College | Resides in Camp Hill, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Megan Marmol | Carlow University School of Health and Wellness | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Julia Rider | Slippery Rock University | Resides in Hanover, PA

Diploma
Naomi Nii | Roxborough Memorial School of Nursing | Resides in Philadelphia, PA

Licensed Practical Nursing
Natasha Parker | Lancaster County Career & Technology Center Practical Nursing Program | Resides in Lititz, PA

PhD Degree
Sarah Belcher | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA 

2016
Advanced Degree
Erin Buchan | Robert Morris University | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA
Aparna Gupta | Chatham University | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Eleanor Turi | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Melissa Myers | Venango College of Clarion University | Resides in Greensburg, PA

Diploma
Kristy Jovovich | Abington Memorial Hospital Dixon School of Nursing | Resides in Bristol, PA

Licensed Practical Nursing
Kathryn Gallagher | Penn State Hazleton Practical Nursing Program | Resides in Hazleton, PA

PhD Degree
Taya Irizarry | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

2015
Advanced Degree
Rita Linus | West Chester University’s Doctor of Nurse Practice Program | Resides in Dresher, PA. 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Emily Doron | Messiah College | Resides in Fairless Hills, PA. 
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Jendiss Robinson | Venango College of Clarion University | Resides in Mars, PA.

Diploma
Nicole Wetzel | Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences – Nursing Program | Resides in Boyertown, PA.

2014 
Licensed Practical Nursing
Brittany Kennedy | Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center | Resides in Arnold, PA.

Associate Degree
Kelly Kilcoyne | Penn State Worthington Scranton | Resides in Warrington, PA.

Diploma
Allison A. Bossler | Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences | Resides in Reading, PA.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion
Jody Garich | Mercyhurst University North East RN to BSN Program | Resides in Erie, PA.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Margaret (Molly) Moore | University of PA School of Nursing | Resides in Haverford, PA
Mikayla Marie Pollaci | Duquesne University School of Nursing | Resides in Cranberry Township, PA.

Advanced Degree
Marsena Ruth Pelton | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Saxonburg, PA

PhD Degree
Theresa A. (Timcheck) Koleck | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA.

2013
​Licensed Practical Nursing
Ketona Ford | Chester County Intermediate Practical Nursing Program | Resides in Honey Brook, PA

Associate Degree
Elaine Pleet | Reading Area Community College | Resides in Wyomissing, PA  

Diploma
Vanda Soldati | Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing | Resides in Buckingham, PA 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
Jennifer DalMonte | University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Resides in Exton, PA 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Program
Suzanne Swift | Chatham University | Resides in Gibsonia, PA

Advanced Degree
Benjamen Adcock | University of Pittsburgh | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA                  
Tosha Lee | Temple University | Resides in North Hills, PA

PhD Degree
Teresa Hagan | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA 

2012 
Licensed Practical Nursing
Amanda Jo Jacks | Lancaster County Career and Technology Center | Resides in New Holland, PA

Associate Degree
Tracey J. Hepner | Jefferson School of Nursing, Danville Campus | Resides in Lewisburg, PA

Diploma
Amber Clements | Abington Memorial Hospital Dixon School of Nursing | Resides in Sellersville, PA, Diploma

BSN Completion
Kathryn L. Fowler | Chatham University | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

BSN
Laryn Smith | Robert Morris University | Resides in Saint Marys, PA

Advanced Degree
Nichole Wagner | DeSales University | Resides in Walnutport, PA

PhD
Khalil Yousef | University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Resides in Pittsburgh, PA

2011

• Judith A. Veron, Penn State Practical Nursing Program, Licensed Practical Nursing 
• Kayla Elaine Baker, Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Associate Degree
• Jodi Marie Zahurak, Conemaugh School of Nursing, Diploma                                        
• Sara Rachel Anderson, Carlow University School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
• Lauren Peters, Duquesne University, School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
• Jennifer Reed, Immaculata University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion                                                                                    
• Brenda L. Hage, Chatham University, Advanced Degree 
• Elizabeth A. Crago, University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, PhD Degree

2010

• Olivia Lener, Crawford County Career and Technical Center, Licensed Practical Nursing
• Samantha L. Yucha, Thomas Jefferson University, Associate Degree
• Laura A. Caimi, Univ of Pittsburgh Med Center Mercy Hosp School of Nursing, Diploma
• Megan Montgomery, Thomas Jefferson University, Facilitated Academic Coursework Track (FACT) Nursing Program, BSN
• Omasiel Comrie-Reinert, Bachelor of Science Completion Program, Alvernia University, BSN
• Julie Muckle, CRNA Program, University of Pittsburgh, Advanced Degree in Nursing

2009

• Elizabeth Barry, Thomas Jefferson University ASN-BSN Program, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Monica DiNardo, University of Pittsburgh, Advanced Degree in Nursing
• AnnMarie Papa, Waynesburg University, Advanced Degree in Nursing
• Jeffrey Lee, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, BSN
• Emily McKenna, Mount Aloysius College, BSN
• Sandra M. Knowlton, Reading School of Health Sciences, Diploma

2008

• Brooke Mlinarich, Thomas Jefferson University, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Maryann Godshall, Duquesne University, Advanced Practice 
• Melanie Heuston, University of Pittsburgh, Advanced Practice 
• Lakeetra McClaine, University of Pennsylvania, Advanced Practice 
• Susan Pedaline, University of Pittsburgh, Advanced Practice 
• Amanda Botscheller, University of Pittsburgh, BSN
• Meagan Brewer, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, BSN
• Nicola Graves, University of Pennsylvania, BSN
• Jacqueline Herbert, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, BSN
• Andrea Lang, Duquesne University, BSN
• Nina Gonzalez, Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing
• Amy Osman, Center for Arts and Technology, Licensed Practical Nursing
• Casey Summers, Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, Licensed Practical Nursing

2007 

• Dawn Linn, Clarion University – Venango Campus, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Gena Richardson, Harrisburg Area Community College, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Christina Pherson, University of Pennsylvania, Advanced Degree in Nursing
• Amy Sawyer, University of Pennsylvania, Advanced Degree in Nursing
• Nikki Hill, The Pennsylvania State University Nursing Program, BSN
• Katie Stonelake, University of Pittsburgh, BSN
• Lisa Joy Cohen, Abington Memorial Hospital Dixon School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing
• Kim Rice Bickel, Roxborough Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing
• Lisa Marie Lloyd, Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center, Licensed Practical Nursing
• Elizabeth Wallace, Delaware County Technical School, Licensed Practical Nursing

2006

• Doretha Christoph - Harcum College, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Leigh Weaver - Clarion University, Venago Campus, Associate Degree in Nursing
• A. Michele Tedder - Indiana University of PA, Advanced Practice Degree
• Michelle Ann Dragotta - University of Pittsburgh, Advanced Practice Degree
• Nicole DeMarco - The Pennsylvania State University Nursing Program, BSN
• Kathryn E. Foster - St. Luke’s School of Nursing, Moravian College, BSN
• Lisa Barker Wise - Lewistown Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing
• Denise Kwasnjuk - Abington Memorial Hospital, Dixon School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing
• Lisa Ann Smith - Lenape AVTS, Kittaning, Practical Nursing Program
• Jamie Wallis - Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center, Practical Nursing Program 

2005

• Kathleen Parlanti - Penn State Worthington Scranton, Associate Degree in Nursing
• Kelly Winkelvoss - University of Pittsburgh, Psychiatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, MSN 
• Joanna McKee - University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, BSN 
• Valerie Moyer - St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma 
• Amy Reardon - Center for Arts and Technology, Brandywine Campus, Licensed Practical Nursing 
• Darlene Way - Lancaster County Career & Technology Center, Licensed Practical Nursing 

2003

• Christine R. Haas - Mercyhurst College North East, Associate in Science in Nursing Program
• Jennifer P. Yakupcin - Villanova University College of Nursing, MSN Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program
• Maryellen Guinan - University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, BSN
• Lindsay Kristine Black - Jameson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma
• Francine P. Speers - Center for Arts and Technology, Brandywine Campus, Licensed Practical Nursing

2002

• Melissa Heather Teske-White - Gwynedd-Mercy College School of Nursing, Associate Degree Nursing 
• Emily Norman - Mansfield University, Robert Packer Department of Health Sciences, BSN
• Christine A. Zelko - St. Luke’s School of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing 
• Marisa Salata - Hazleton Area Vocational- Technical School, Licensed Practical Nursing 
• Deborah J. Keener - Lancaster County Career & Technology Center, Licensed Practical Nursing
• Dimitra H. Georgelos - Villanova University, College of Nursing, Advanced Nursing Education 

2001

• Lailatullah Burgos, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia
• Helen Callahan, Duquesne University School of Nursing, Pittsburgh
• Michael DiJulia, LaSalle University, Philadelphia
• Angela Pruner, University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing, Pittsburgh
• Elizabeth Vassallo, Eastern Center for Arts and Technology, Willow Grove

2000

• Rochelle Lyn Allison, Lycoming College
• Denise Baldwin, Presbyterian Medical Center School of Practical Nursing
• Linda R. Clark, Presbyterian Medical Center School of Practical Nursing
• Ruth Ellen Elsasser, Mansfield University
• Sherry L. Maikits, Allentown College of St. Frances de Sales
• Sharon Lyn Weidner - Allentown College of St. Frances de Sales

1999

• Ellen A Reynolds, University of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program
• Heather Lynne Pennington, Thiel College, BSN Program
• Melissa D. MacCorkle, Schuylkill Training and Technology Center, LPN Program

1998

• Bernice Brennan, Holy Family College Of Nursing
• Jamie D. Brown, Mercer County Career Center
• Maria Dowds, Duquesne University School Of Nursing

1996

• Geriann H. Ditch, Geisinger School of Nursing
• Robin B. Hairston, St. Helena’s Community High School
• Amy O’Neal, Carlow College
• Mandy Riker, Messiah College
• Patricia Scobo, Northampton Co. Area Community College 
• Kathy Stevens, Penn State Mont Alto

1995

• Jennie Bernier, Crawford County Area Vo-Tech PNP
• Mary Huboky, Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing
• Patricia Scobo, Northampton Co. Area Community College
• Robert Tarr, Episcopal Hospital School of Nursing
• Bonita Timins, University of Scranton
• Amy Wetzel, Selinsgrove, PA

1994

• Atiya Abdelmalik, Community College of Philadelphia
• Jennifer Brandtonies, Dusquesne University
• Karen Fahrney, Penn State University
• Nancy Francoforte, Monroe County Vo-Tech PNP
• Ayannah Shakurah Gentry, Temple University
• Heather Sprecker, Dusquesne University School of Nursing

1993

• Melissa Sue Beard, Thiel College 
• Donna Benson-Rogers, Geisinger Medical Center 
• Pamela Blank Herschfeld, Thomas Jefferson University
• Teya Christine Kamel, Carlow College
• Mandy Riker, Messiah College
• Heather Sprecker, Dusquesne University School of Nursing
• Jean D. Stabilito, Eastern Montgomery County AVTS, School of Practical Nursing
• Karen S. Stork, Reading Area Community College
• John A. Sunny, Presbyterian Medical Center of Pennsylvania School of Practical Nursing
• Melissa Ann Taylor, Wilkes University 
• Becky L. Wineman, West Penn Hospital School of Nursing

1992

• Kathleen Fowler Bolden, Messiah College
• Jennifer Brandtonies, Dusquesne University
• Magdalynne Cox, Germantown Hospital and Medical Center School of Nursing 
• Mark D. Harrison, Penn State University
• Linda Ireland, Presbyterian Medical Center of Philadelphia School of Practical Nursing
• Stewart Kraynak, Harrisburg Area Community College
• Erica J. Lewis, Saint Francis College 
• Karen Quinlan, Upper Bucks County Area Vo-Tech School
• Beth E. Sensenig, St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing
• Anita M. Tressler, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Monica R. Walter, Frankford Hospital School of Nursing

1991

• Monica Acker, Dusquesne University
• Michele Boyer, Neumann College 
• Brynn-Marie Farrell, Villanova University 
• Amanda Higgins, University of Pennsylvania
• Michelle Anna Howell, University of Pennsylvania
• Christina A. Kautz, University of Pennsylvania 
• Julie King, Jameson Hospital School of Nursing
• Janice H. Marek, Upper Bucks LPN Program
• Judith A. Montes, Cedar Crest College
• Kerri Christine Potsko, Geisinger School of Nursing