2008-2009 Application For Named Scholarships
(for CURRENT Holy Family University Students ONLY)

Note that every scholarship is not offered every year. Awards depend upon annual donations, interest earned on endowed and invested funds, and eligibility of candidates. New scholarships may be added at any time.

New Named Scholarships for 2007-2008
The Adele Leboy Scholarship for Women in Science
The Southampton Window Cleaning and Janitorial Service Scholarship

Named Scholarships
The Alumni Association Scholarship
The John J. Barclay Memorial Scholarship in Business
The Cardea Nursing Scholarship
The Grace Charleston Scholarship
The Linda Charleston Memorial Scholarship
The I. Harry Checchio, Esq. Memorial Award
The Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship
The Faculty Senate Scholarship
The Sister Callista-Morris Fenkel Citizenship Award
The Frankford-Northeast Philadelphia Rotary Club Scholarship
The William Fritz and Bobby Raucci Memorial Scholarship
The Linda Gallagher Nursing Excellence Award
The Florence S. Gondek Memorial Scholarship
The Anthony N. Greco Scholarship
The Jaye Grochowski Scholarship
The Holy Family University Benefactors' Emergency Aid Scholarship
The Holy Family University Nursing Scholarship
The William J. Kellagher Memorial Scholarship
The David Kittner, Esq. Award for Scholars in Pre-Law
The Kathleen Kumor Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Joseph S. Lalli, Jr. Memorial Scholarship in Special Education
The Sister Mary Lillian Memorial Scholarship
The John and Mary Szczepanik Machowski Scholarship
The Jannette Maio Memorial Scholarship
The Jozef and Bronislawa Markiewicz Scholarship
The Stanislaus J. Markiewicz Memorial Scholarship
The Father Joseph McCafferty Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Thomas James McCormick Scholarship
The Robert F. McKeon Memorial Scholarship in Communications
The McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors
The Menzenski Family Fund
The Sandra Michael Award for Scholar Athletes
The Sister Francesca Onley President's Scholarship
The Parents and Friends of Holy Family University Scholarship
The Petrini Award
The Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Company Achievement Award
The R-Way Scholarship
The John Redmond Memorial Scholarship
The Rentz Co., Inc. Scholarship
The Lawrence and Adrienne Riley History Award
The Kal and Lucille Rudman Foundation Scholarship in Fire Science and Public Saftey Administration
The SPS Foundation Scholarship
The W. W. Smith Charitable Trust Grants
The Student Activities Scholarship
The Dr. Bette Lewis Tokar Scholarship in Economics and Business Administration
The UPS Foundation Scholarship
The United Political Club Scholarship
The Samuel and Edith Veitz Memorial Co-op Scholarship
The Marion Ahrens Von Rosenstiel Scholarship
The Sister Florianne Zacharewicz, CSFN, PhD, Scholarship
The Stephen Zalewski Memorial Scholarship


New Named Scholarships for 2007-2008
The Adele Leboy Scholarship for Women in Science
The Adele Leboy Scholarship for Women in Science was established in memory of Adele Smythe Leboy, Chemistry major, Class of 1962, to encourage and assist sophomore, junior, or senior women students of great promise, whose academic achievement and commitment to careers in science indicate their ability to excel in the area of science to which they are committed. The scholarship was created in 2006 by Adele’s husband, Edward Leboy, her business partner, Marcia Borysthen, colleagues, family, and friends as a tribute to Adele’s personal and professional achievement, including her gift for mentoring others. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit and need, and is restricted to candidates who meet the required academic profile.

The Southampton Window Cleaning and Janitorial Service Scholarship
The Southampton Window Cleaning and Janitorial Service Scholarship was established at Holy Family University in 2006 by the firm’s owners, the Geib Family, to provide recognition and encouragement and to assist a deserving student who maintains average or above average grades (2.5 GPA or above) and has shown perseverance and resourcefulness in meeting their responsibilities.


Named Scholarships

The Alumni Association Scholarship
Established in 1978 by the Holy Family University Alumni Association, this endowed scholarship is awarded to the children of Holy Family graduates. The recipients are students whose scholastic record is satisfactory and who give evidence of financial need. It is not renewable.

The John J. Barclay Memorial Scholarship in Business
The scholarship honors the memory of John Barclay, comptroller and business faculty member at Holy Family University from 1984-1989, who died in a tragic accident shortly thereafter. The scholarship was created as a tribute to John by his family. It is based on merit and need and is given to a student majoring in business and earning a grade point average of at least a 3.0. The award varies in size and is given annually to a student(s) exemplifying the qualities for which John Barclay will be remembered: integrity, loyalty, caring, and dedication.

The Cardea Nursing Scholarship
The Cardea Nursing Scholarship recognizes an outstanding student pursuing a graduate nursing degree at Holy Family University. Potential for success in advanced nursing practice and academic achievement are the primary criteria for the scholarship award. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage a student who exhibits personal qualities predictive of continued professional advancement, and to assist them financially. Merit and professional accomplishment are the primary criteria, but financial need is also considered. The scholarship was created in 2005 by then-Dean of Nursing and Allied Health Professions Dr. Jane Cardea.

The Grace Charleston Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was created in 2000 by the late Emanuel S. Kardon in honor of Grace Charleston, a long-time friend. It is awarded annually in recognition of Grace’s devotion to and services to the University. The purpose is to encourage an increased enrollment of Jewish students in accord with the spirit of ecumenism and with the Judeo-Christian tradition of the mission of the University.

The Linda Charleston Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created in 2005 in memory of Linda Charleston, daughter of Grace Charleston, a long-time friend of the University. It is awarded annually and encourages an increased enrollment of Jewish students in accord with the spirit of ecumenism and the Judeo-Christian tradition of the University’s mission.

The I. Harry Checchio, Esq. Memorial Award
The I. Harry Checchio, Esq. Memorial Award recognizes a Business Administration major, preferably a senior or junior, who has taken the University’s course in Business Law, excels academically, shows promise of success in his or her chosen field, is service-minded, and exhibits integrity and other qualities of character reflective of the Mission of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. The award honors the memory of I. Harry Checchio, Esq., who taught Business Law at Holy Family University for 31 years, while serving the legal needs of countless friends, neighbors, and corporate clients, including some who were unable to pay. The award was established in 2006 by his widow, Camilla Checchio, who shared a home with her husband for 57 years in the Tacony neighborhood.

The Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship
Students attending a Datatel client college or university are eligible for this award. This scholarship is not funded solely because of financial need or academics, but is conferred on a competitive basis to undergraduate and graduate students on the basis of academic merit, achievements, recommendations and the quality of the student’s personal statement of their educational goals and objectives. It is also based on the student’s indication of the difference the Datatel Foundation Scholarship will make in their life and to those around them. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors including college and university presidents and Datatel executives.

The Faculty Senate Scholarship
The Faculty Senate Scholarship is awarded annually to a student who demonstrates a continued contribution to the mission and community of Holy Family University and who demonstrates scholastic promise. All full-time, part-time and accelerated undergraduate students who do not receive need-based financial aid are eligible to petition for the scholarship. University faculty fund the scholarship and recommend the recipient.

The Sister Callista-Morris Fenkel Citizenship Award
Given annually to one female and one male student on the basis of merit alone, the award recognizes the four-leaf clover principles of gratitude, respect, humility, and flexibility in their personal conduct, expressed attitudes, and achievements. While a monetary award accompanies the honor, its primary purposes are to recognize the above qualities of character, to foster their fuller development in the lives of recipients, and to increase general awareness of the importance of the true spirit of brotherhood and service which derives from the practice of these virtues.

The Frankford-Northeast Philadelphia Rotary Club Scholarship
Reflecting the Rotary motto, ”Service Above Self,” this scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit as well as financial need and also recognizes service to others. The recipient must also be a resident of Northeast Philadelphia.

The William Fritz and Bobby Raucci Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2005 by Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach Chris Razler and his wife, A’dina Raucci, in memory of his grandfather, William Fritz, and her father, Bobby Raucci. It recognizes an outstanding athlete and model ambassador of the University, who, by excelling in their sport and displaying poise on and off the playing surface, represents the Holy Family University Athletic Department with distinction. The scholarship recipient is selected upon nomination by the Athletic Department and approval by the Institutional Scholarship Committee and senior administration. While merit and personal achievement are the main criteria, financial need also may be considered.

The Linda Gallagher Nursing Excellence Award
The family, faculty, and friends of Linda Gallagher created this award to honor her commitment to teaching and the principles to which she dedicated her creative energies as a member of the Nursing division from 1984 to her sudden death on November 8, 1990. This scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in nursing who exemplifies the characteristics that Linda exemplified: leadership in nursing, professionalism in nursing, scholarship in nursing, and service.

The Florence S. Gondek Memorial Scholarship
An endowed scholarship awarded annually by the Gondek families, it honors the memory of Florence S. Gondek, beloved wife of John Gondek, a long-time friend of Holy Family University. The award is based on merit and need and recognizes loyalty to the University and potential for success.

The Anthony N. Greco Scholarship
This scholarship was established by his wife, Nelly, and their children. Mr. Greco, a dedicated family man, was a veteran of WWII. He served his country in the European theater of operations with honor. This award is given to a student who is a junior elementary education major specializing in special education. The recipient must maintain at least a B average, preferably be the oldest child of a large family and have financial need.

The Jaye Grochowski Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was created in 1992 by the late Emanuel S. Kardon in honor of his secretary of 25 years, Jaye Grochowski, and is awarded annually. The scholarship recognizes academic merit and financial need as well as the qualities of character for which Jaye Grochowski is known: loyalty, dedication, service, caring, and commitment to Judeo-Christian values.

The Holy Family University Benefactors' Emergency Aid Scholarship
Established by anonymous friends of the University, employees, trustees, and others have contributed to continue the scholarship fund. Awards are given to a worthy student whose financial need is high due to unforeseen circumstances, such as loss of work, debilitating illness, or other factors causing economic catastrophe. The intent of the scholarship is to enable a student to stay in school, in a situation where lack of financial assistance threatens withdrawal. There is no restriction on the student’s major or grade point average. The award may be given during any semester at any time.

The Holy Family University Nursing Scholarship
The Holy Family University Nursing Scholarship is awarded on the basis of high merit and need to candidates who have a serious commitment to the nursing profession, and potential for achievement in the field.

The William J. Kellagher Memorial Scholarship
Outstanding students who display an unusual love of learning, commitment to academic achievement, and deep caring for others as exemplified in their service, activities, character, and attitudes are funded through this scholarship. The award is given to a full- or part-time graduating senior, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and favors the student majoring in the liberal arts. These criteria reflect the life and principles of student “Bill” Kellagher, who died in his 70s within weeks of his anticipated commencement in 1990. He was awarded a degree in humanities, one of his great loves, posthumously.

The David Kittner, Esq. Award for Scholars in Pre-Law
Emanuel S. Kardon inaugurated the award at Holy Family University in 1994 in honor of his humble and noble friend and legal advisor of 38 years, Dave Kittner. This endowed scholarship continues in perpetuity in recognition of Mr. Kittner's lifetime of business integrity, good works, and unselfish devotion to many causes, which have bettered the lives of many and will continue to have an inestimable positive outcome for the common good. This award is given to a student displaying the highest academic achievement and potential to succeed in the field of law. Recipients must be juniors or seniors, preferably full-time, who have received tuition assistance for two semesters, with the possibility of renewal if they have not graduated.

The Kathleen Kumor Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship honors the memory of Kathleen Kumor, member of the Class of 1985, who graduated with a degree in elementary education and died in a tragic accident shortly thereafter. The award was created as a tribute to Kathleen by her family and friends. It is based on merit and need and is given to a senior majoring in education and earning a grade point average of at least 3.0. The award varies in size and is given annually to a student exemplifying the qualities for which Kathleen Kumor will be remembered: enthusiasm, caring, promise, loyalty, and dedication.

The Dr. Joseph S. Lalli, Jr. Memorial Scholarship in Special Education
This annual scholarship, established in memory of Dr. Lalli by his wife, Elizabeth, honors Dr. Lalli’s contributions to the field of education. Renowned throughout the world for his work with severely and profoundly retarded children, Dr. Lalli was an inspirational teacher, mentor and friend to those with whom he worked at the University. The scholarship is given to a deserving undergraduate student who has declared special education as an area of concentration.

The Sister Mary Lillian Memorial Scholarship
This award is given annually in memory of Sister Mary Lillian Budny, the third president (1972-1981), and professor of biology, who taught at Holy Family from 1959 to 1979. The scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior on the basis of academic merit, good character, scholastic promise, and financial need. The scholarship is non-renewable and varies in size.

The John and Mary Szczepanik Machowski Scholarship
This endowed scholarship, established by their now deceased son, Casimir J. Machowski, is given to a student who values the freedoms of a citizen of the United States and lives them responsibly. In particular, attention is given to those who by their actions demonstrate the values of: religious freedom, political involvement, or education.

The Jannette Maio Memorial Scholarship
The Jannette Maio Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Jannette Maio who graduated from Holy Family University as a member of the Class of 2002. Jannette received a bachelor’s degree in humanities and died in a tragic car accident shortly thereafter. The award was created in 2005 by Nancy Maio, former Secretary to the Dean of Nursing, and Nancy’s husband, Jim and donations from Jannette’s family. The scholarship is awarded annually to a senior majoring in humanities and earning a grade point average of at least a 3.0 and recognizes the qualities of character and special traits for which Jannette most will be remembered: Love of people and passion for helping others, enthusiasm and creativity; dedication and loyalty.

The Jozef and Bronislawa Markiewicz Scholarship
Given for the first time in 1991, the scholarship is awarded in memory of Jozef and Bronislawa Markiewicz by their children. An endowed scholarship, it recognizes the importance of education and the priority placed on it, even at great sacrifice, as demonstrated by the Markiewicz’s sacrifice for their children’s education. The scholarship is awarded to a serious student, qualified on the basis of both scholastic ability and financial need.

The Stanislaus J. Markiewicz Memorial Scholarship
This endowed scholarship is given in memory of Stanislaus J. Markiewicz, beloved brother of Theresa M. Krawiec. The award is based on academic merit and financial need and recognizes loyalty to the University and potential for success.

The Father Joseph McCafferty Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student who maintains a 2.8 cumulative GPA, is involved in the athletic department and one other campus organization; displays both strong leadership qualities and a sense of good humor; and shows financial need. Five members of the Class of 1999 established this scholarship in Father McCafferty’s memory.

The Dr. Thomas James McCormick Scholarship
The scholarship honors Dr. Thomas J. McCormick, who taught English at Holy Family University for 29 years, and retired in 2000 as Professor Emeritus. Dr. McCormick holds his doctorate in French Medieval Studies, earned the Lindback Award for outstanding teaching, and was twice recipient of Holy Family University’s “Teaching Excellence” Award. This scholarship was established by a former student of Dr. McCormick to assist a full- or part-time junior or senior on the basis of merit and financial need. Preference is given to students majoring in humanities disciplines or education specializing in a humanities area. The recipient must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and a strong commitment to the humanities as a vocation.

The Robert F. McKeon Memorial Scholarship in Communications
This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Robert F. McKeon by his cousin, Walter H. McKeon. The scholarship is awarded to an English/ Communications major, who is a junior or senior student and who plans a career in journalism or related fields. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit, need, and potential for success.

The McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors
This award is provided through the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania by the McLean Contributionship, which established an endowment in 1998. It is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in a nursing or physician assistant program at one of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities member institutions. The recipient must have at least a 3.0 grade point average, have an extraordinary commitment to community service, and demonstrate creativity in shaping volunteer activities.

The Menzenski Family Fund
This fund provides financial support to needy students who have attended parochial schools staffed by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.

The Sandra Michael Award for Scholar Athletes
The scholar athlete chosen as recipient will be a talented, organized, and disciplined student who knows that to excel in sports as well as studies one has to make sacrifices and use time and energy wisely. The award encourages students who are achieving the goal of being well-rounded students and recognizes them as models for their teammates. It is given to a full-time student who has displayed superior performance in one or more sports, and who has excelled academically.

The Sister Francesca Onley President's Scholarship
First presented in 1998, the scholarship was established by Nazareth Academy High School to honor Sister Francesca Onley, CSFN, PhD, President of Holy Family University and former Principal of Nazareth Academy High School. The scholarship is awarded to an all-around student of high character, who excels academically, is service-oriented, exhibits commitment to an academic discipline or professional career path, has potential for success, and needs financial assistance. While the scholarship is not restricted to graduates of Nazareth Academy High School, preference may be given to them when other credentials are equal.

The Parents and Friends of Holy Family University Scholarship
Merit and financial need as well as a 2.5 or above grade point average are the basic requirements for students receiving this award. Additional criteria include service to others and involvement in campus activities and organizations, or volunteer work in the community, with special emphasis on leadership roles. An equally qualified candidate who is the son or daughter of an active member of the Parents and Friends of Holy Family University will be given preferred consideration. The recipient of the scholarship must accept a commitment to become involved with the Parents and Friends Organization as a volunteer-liaison with parents of students.

The Petrini Award
The award is given to a student concentrating in and demonstrating academic potential in any field of science.

The Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Company Achievement Award
This achievement award is given to a student who has excelled academically, has successfully balanced studies with extra-curricular activities, and displays accomplishment in all areas, including service to others. The financial award recognizes the student’s accomplishment and serves as an incentive to help the student realize his or her full potential.

The R-Way Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a full-time, female varsity basketball player and recognizes academic achievement, sportsmanship, dedication, and financial need. The donor is R-Way Gasket and Supply Company, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of gaskets and seal devices located in the lower end of Frankford.

The John Redmond Memorial Scholarship
Honoring the memory of fallen Philadelphia firefighter John Redmond, a part-time, psychology student at Holy Family University, this scholarship is awarded to a part-time student majoring in psychology or the social and behavioral sciences and who exhibits the qualities that John Redmond possessed: scholarship, leadership, dedication, and service to his/her community.

The Rentz Co., Inc. Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded to a full-time student and recognizes academic achievement and financial need, integrity, service to others, and potential for success. The donor is Rentz Co., Inc., a trailer rental and repair business in the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia.

The Lawrence and Adrienne Riley History Award
Professor Emeritus Dr. Lawrence Riley, who retired from teaching history at Holy Family University in 2000, created this award in conjunction with his wife, Adrienne. The purpose is to promote greater interest in history at Holy Family University by granting a scholarship to the most outstanding current Holy Family junior or senior level history major. It is given at the recommendation of qualified candidates from the History Faculty.

The Kal and Lucille Rudman Foundation Scholarship in Fire Science and Public Safety Administration
This scholarship is awarded to Philadelphia firefighters who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the Fire Science and Public Safety Administration Program. Recipients of the scholarships are generally junior and senior level students who have completed the first two years of coursework at a community college and transfer to Holy Family University to complete their degrees. It is geared toward preparing students for leadership roles in emergency management and safety administration as well as in developing critical thinking and decision-making abilities.

The SPS Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship was awarded for the first time in 1995 through the generosity of the SPS Corporation Foundation in Jenkintown. It is given to a serious student with potential, who would benefit greatly from the financial assistance and encouragement it provides.

The W. W. Smith Charitable Trust Grants
The W. W. Smith Charitable Trust, established under the will of William Wikoff Smith, awards these trust grants annually. Grants favor students with financial need, disadvantaged or minority students, and those with special needs. Awards are made to full-time students on the basis of need and potential for success. Grants cover the full academic year and have the possibility for renewal. Recipients often have displayed caring and service toward others, reflective of the mission of the Smith Trust to better the Delaware Valley by helping those most in need.

The Student Activities Scholarship
Initiated by the Class of 1997 and continued through other funding, this scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior involved in a variety of University and community-related volunteer activities. The recipient must possess a grade point average of 3.0 or above.

The Dr. Bette Lewis Tokar Scholarship in Economics and Business Administration
Given for the first time in 1995, the scholarship is funded by Dr. Bette Lewis Tokar ’67, professor of economics and business administration, who has served on the faculty since 1972. It recognizes and encourages serious students of economics and business administration who have shown achievement and potential as well as financial need.

The UPS Foundation Scholarship
Recognizing a UPS Scholar selected by Holy Family University on the basis of scholastic achievement, citizenship, and leadership, the scholarship is one of many given by United Parcel Service to specific students named by their institutions, all of which are members of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP).

The United Political Club Scholarship
An endowed scholarship, the award was first given in 1992, and thereafter, annually, to a Holy Family University student who is of Polish descent (the son or daughter of either mother or father of Polish lineage/background). Awards are made on the basis of need and merit.


The Samuel and Edith Veitz Memorial Co-op Scholarship
Created by family and friends, this scholarship honors Samuel and Edith Veitz, parents of Sister M. Frances Veitz, CSFN, EdD, Director of Cooperative Education. It is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a co-op or internship student who has successfully completed at least one semester at a work-site related to his/her academic major.

The Marion Ahrens Von Rosenstiel Scholarship
The family and friends of Marion Von Rosenstiel created this memorial scholarship to honor her life's commitment to teaching and the principles to which she dedicated her creative energies as a member of the English Department from 1964 to 1987. The endowed scholarship is awarded to a junior majoring in English or Communications and is based on academic merit and scholastic promise. It is given only when the English and Communications Faculty recommends an exceptional student.

The Sister Florianne Zacharewicz, CSFN, PhD, Scholarship
An endowed scholarship, the award provides a partial tuition scholarship to a full-time undergraduate senior who is a concentrator in psychology. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement with a 3.5 GPA and participation in scholarly or service activities in psychology, especially activities on campus related to the profession.

The Stephen Zalewski Memorial Scholarship
Established by Sister Aloysius Sabacinska, CSFN, PhD, and her family, this endowed scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit, financial need, loyalty to the University and potential for success. Sister Aloysius was the second president of the University (1959-1971), and continued to serve as records assistant and data entry specialist in continuing education from 1984 until she retired in 2002. The award honors the memory of her beloved brother-in-law, Stephen.



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