Renz Valencia

Renz Valencia is from Bergenfield, NJ. He is a sophomore majoring in Environmental Science who has earned a 3.75 grade point average. “This scholarship motivates me to pursue higher grades. This, in turn, teaches me more about the values of hard work and determination.”

Dylan Keastead

Dylan Keastead is from Budd Lake, NJ and is a graduate of Mount Olive High School, where he graduated one year early. Dylan played tenor saxophone in the Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Saxophone Ensemble. At Ramapo Dylan is majoring in Environmental Science and has a 3.61 grade point average. His minor is Science Technology & Society.

Jasmine Dursun

Jasmine Dursun is a sophomore majoring in Communication Arts with a concentration in Journalism. She has earned a 2.97 grade point average. “I have a passion for writing and music and would like to work for a music magazine when I graduate,” Jasmine says. “I am inspired by artists who use their success to raise awareness for charity and global issues,” she says. “Maybe one small highlight in one article I write can spark a revolution for someone else.” Jasmine is from Lyndhurst, NJ.

Karin LaGreca

“Karin LaGreca is at the top in every qualification,” says Mike Edelstein, professor of environmental studies. Karin is majoring in Environmental Studies and has earned a 3.90 grade point average. In her last year at Ramapo, Karin is considering the Master of Arts in Sustainability Studies program for next year. She is from Mahwah, NJ.

Ben Cascio

During three years at Middletown High School North Ben Cascio was a member of the SEARCH (Environmental) Club and served as vice president. He competed as co-captain of the chemistry and physics teams and was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America. Outside of school he worked as an auto mechanic, for a local pizza parlor and at Rite Aid as a cashier. Ben is an Environmental Science major.

Tiffany Liang

At Montville Township High School, Tiffany Liang was a founding member of the History Club and took part in three National History Day competitions. She contributed to the school newspaper and theWomen’s Ensemble and served as both secretary and vice president of the Earth Club. For four years she was a member of Maboroshi, a Japanese organization dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of Japan’s visual culture. She participated in the Association of New Jersey Chinese Schools and was a member of the Hwa-YinYouth Chorale. She also is an accomplished pianist. Tiffany is from Pine Brook, NJ and is in her freshman year at Ramapo. She is majoring in Environmental Studies with a minor in Environmental Science and has earned a 4.00 grade point average.

Rebecca Pacailler

Rebecca Pacailler of Butler, NJ is a Biology major who has a 3.45 grade point average. “The scholarship has provided me with an opportunity to pursue a college degree, she says. “I plan on using the education that I’m receiving to help make a difference in the lives of children.”

This scholarship has allowed me to receive a college education that will be necessary to become a physical therapist. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity.

Dana Branch

Dana Branch of Fair Lawn is a Biochemistry major. She is interested in the environment and recognizes that “the destruction of the environment has a negative impact on life forms that are part of individual ecosystems.” Dana is a sophomore and has earned a grade point average of 4.00. She is secretary of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, captain of the Intramural Volleyball Team and a member of the Dance and Pre-med Clubs.

The scholarship has allowed me to set my goals toward graduate school.

Rebecca Pacailler

Rebecca Pacailler is a freshman biology major from Butler, New Jersey. In high school Rebecca was a member of the National Honor Society, the French Honor Society, and the Key Club. She participated in varsity gymnastics all four years, and was a team captain in her junior and senior years. Rebecca plans to become a physical therapist, specializing in pediatric physical therapy. Her grade point average is 3.75.

This scholarship has given me the chance to pursue a college degree. I plan on using this education that I’m receiving to help make the difference in the lives of children.”

Dana Branch

Dana Branch of Fair Lawn is a Biochemistry major. She is interested in the environment and recognizes that “the destruction of the environment has a negative impact on life forms that are part of individual ecosystems.” Dana is a sophomore and has earned a grade point average of 4.00. She is secretary of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, captain of the Intramural Volleyball Team and a member of the Dance and Pre-med Clubs.