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2011 Recipients
Abbie Rearick Finger Lakes Community College
When Abbie lost her job as a high school
teaching assistant due to district budget
cuts she quickly turned her devastation
into action. Seeing the opportunity to
better herself and model for her three
young sons, Abbie enrolled at Finger
Lakes Community College to pursue a
degree in nursing. With two semesters
on the Dean's List, she continues to be
active in her children's school and sports
activities while also volunteering for Relay for Life.
Abbie is a second-year student in nursing at Finger Lakes
Community College.
Michael Rosato Finger Lakes Community College
Active on the Finger Lakes Community
College Campus, Michael is a member of
the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor
Society and has been named Geneva
Extension Coordinator. He looks forward
to completing his degree this year and
continuing his education at a four year
college to study environmental science,
inspired by interests in field biology and
environmental law. His full schedule
includes part-time work and a devotion to
family as he assists his father through intense physical therapy during
the past year.
Michael is a second-year student at Finger Lakes Community College.
Mason Clark Geneva High School
Mason has spent his first year at
University of Buffalo tackling general
education requirements, while
contemplating majors to pursue that best
fit his many varied interests. He settled
on environmental studies, attracted by
its call for a healthier environment, and
looks forward to research in agriculture, diet, and an exploration of
our impact on the planet. In addition to a full academic schedule,
Mason has been working close to full time at a Buffalo-area cafe.
Ashley Essom Geneva High School
Ashley has invested her energies
at SUNY Cortland to a successful
adjustment to the many changes
that happen between a high school and
college environment. Devoting herself
to her studies and formulating good work
habits, Ashley has enjoyed meeting new
people and developing a confidence and
comfort at her new school. She intends
to pursue a degree in biology with the
ultimate goal of attending graduate school in physical therapy.
McKenzie Ritter Geneva High School
McKenzie is an engaged and
enthusiastic first year student at
Syracuse University, where she is
enrolled in the College of Arts and
Sciences as a psychology major.
She was named to the Dean's
List in her first semester and holds
a job through the work study program.
Francesca Brand DeSales High School
Francesca entered DePaul with plans to major in psychology through a special five-year
program that awards both bachelor and masters degrees. With a strong musical background
that includes performance on both piano and alto sax, she is also keeping music in her
academic profile. Her favorite first semester course explored the Chicago Blues scene, and
opened her eyes to a broad cultural environment that has helped to make DePaul feel like a
second home. As she was in high school, Francesca has continued to be active in community
service, working with a DePaul club that promotes awareness of concussions among Chicago
youths.
Rigan Austin DeSales High School
Rigan is considering a major or a minor
in psychology as he begins his college
career at SUNY Brockport. He plays
intramural basketball in his spare time,
and also sees action in intramural sports
as a paid referee through the campus
Recreational Services.
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