Myself Third

2008 Scholarship Winners

The Myself Third 2008 Scholarship Winners were honored in a ceremony held at The Graduate Center on June 17, 2008. CUNY administrators, college presidents, College Now staff and coordinators as well as friends and family members of the winners joined Mr. Robert Friedman, the scholarship originator, Chancellor Matthew Goldstein and honored guest, Martine Guerrier from the Department of Education, in celebrating each student's accomplishment.

The reception featured entertainment by the York College Blue Notes Jazz Band and the ceremony was moderated by John Mogulescu, Senior University Dean for Academic Affairs and Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Photos from the event highlight the reception and presentation of awards.

Winners are listed in alphabetical order, along with College Now program in which student participated. Follow the link on each student's name for bio and essay excerpt.

Spirit of New York Scholarships

Kieshorne Dennie, Brooklyn High School of the Arts, New York City College of Technology College Now
Shanna Kofman, Staten Island Technical High School, Kingsborough Community College College Now
Jessica Ng, Susan E. Wagner High School, College of Staten Island College Now
Jack Nunn, Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy, Hunter College College Now
Melanie Prescod, Brooklyn College Academy, Brooklyn College College Now
Juan Reyes, Manhattan Bridges High School, Borough of Manhattan Community College College Now
Pamela Sarita, High School of World Cultures, Bronx Community College College Now
Jagatpreet Singh, Richmond High School, York College College Now
Silas van der Swaagh, Home Instruction, Hunter College College Now
Jurmain Wielingen, Bronx Academy of Letters, Hostos Community College College Now

Engineering Scholarships

Lucio Ramirez, Aviation High School, LaGuardia Community College College Now
Valeria Wu, Flushing High School, LaGuardia Community College College Now