Giavanna Barras

Giavanna Barras of Manville, N.J. is a History major within the 4+1 MASE Program with a Social Studies concentration in the Teacher Education Program. She has a 3.8 GPA and has been on the Dean’s List every semester.

At Ramapo, Giavanna has been active in several organizations and activities such as, Lead Club, Alpha Lambda Delta and Jane Addams Papers as an editorial assistant.

Giavanna has also been involved in off-campus activities and organizations such as being a tutor for her special needs brothers. She hopes to join Manville’s Fire department as a volunteer firefighter.

In the future, Giavanna plans to pursue her masters in Special Education and hopes to teach history and assist children with special needs just like her brothers.

Awarded Scholarships

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2023

Moore, Prestin Walter Memorial Scholarship

Prestin Walter Moore was tragically taken from his family in an automobile accident on his way to visit family in Mahwah for Thanksgiving, 2015. Prestin was just 12 years-old and had a heart of gold. Prestin’s aunt, a Ramapo College staff member, along with family and friends decided to establish this scholarship as a permanent legacy to Prestin.

Prestin was a very kind boy who loved all sports. He also loved to play video games and be with his family. Prestin was a very compassionate child with an old soul. He especially loved his dog, Mika, and his nephew Adrian. Prestin taught Mika to play football and other tricks, while at the same time being the light of Adrian’s eyes.

His Aunt Ivy states, “Prestin was a remarkable young boy and I’m not saying that because he is my nephew; I’m saying it because it’s a fact. I’m extremely lucky and honored to have had Prestin as my nephew and my Godson.”

This scholarship will provide an opportunity for a student in need, who has overcome difficult circumstances in order to pursue their degree.