Giovanna Sokasian

Originally born in NYC, Giovanna Sokasian spent most of her life in Florence, Italy. She embarked on a successful career specializing in wholesale buying of merchandise for esteemed jewelry stores on Florence’s most famous bridge, Ponte Vecchio. She also liaised with tour operators from around the world as they coordinated their business with a high end boutique in Santa Croce Square. 

After moving to the United States, Giovanna settled in Franklin Lakes, N.J. and earned an associates degree from Bergen Community College in 2019. Now at Ramapo, she is an International Studies major with an Anthropology minor. 

Giovanna has been active in the Italian Club and often tutors others in Italian. She is a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society and Sigma Iota Rho Honor Society. Her 4.0 GPA places her on the Dean’s List.

After graduating, she plans to pursue a masters in international studies and apply her skills towards a career at a nonprofit organization focused on international diplomacy.

Awarded Scholarships

2022

Hackett, Frances K. ’80 HGS Scholarship

The Hackett HGS Scholarship was started by Frances K. Hackett, who graduated from Ramapo in 1980 with degrees in Business Administration and American Studies. Ms. Hackett began working at Prudential in 1974 and  had a distinguished career at the company where she  served as vice president of Administration and OSGLI.

Ms. Hackett was a dedicated volunteer and supporter of Ramapo College and was honored with the President’s Award of Merit in 2007. She was chair of the Ramapo College Foundation Board of Governors, and was involved with a number of Foundation Board committees, including the Executive Committee, the Distinguished Citizens Dinner Committee and the Annual Golf Outing Committee.

The Hackett SHGS Scholarship honors Ms. Hackett’s experience as a graduate of the School of American and International Studies, the former name of the School when she attended, and recognizes outstanding students in the School.