Myself Third

2009 Scholarship Winners

The Myself Third 2009 Scholarship Winners were honored in a ceremony held at The Graduate Center on June 23, 2009. 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, Gregg Betheil 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 Eric Hofmann, University Director of College Now. Photos from the event highlight the reception and presentation of awards.

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

Spirit of New York Scholarships

Christina Englezos, William C. Bryant High School, La Guardia Community College College Now
Ayobami Fatade, Clara Barton High School, New York City College of Technology College Now
Shantae Fyffe, Bronx High School of Medical Sciences, Hostos Community College College Now
Tiji George, The Queens High School of Teaching, Queens College College Now
Alison Goddard, Susan E. Wagner High School, Kingsborough Community College College Now
Arline Herrera, New Day Academy, Lehman College College Now
Kar-ho Leung, Stuyvesant High School, Baruch College College Now
Suary Marte, Bronx International High School, Hostos Community College College Now
Sahibneet Nanda, Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical High School, Queensborough Community College College Now
Ajay Seeban, Richmond Hill High School, York College College Now