William Penn Life, 2017 (52. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2017-11-01 / 11. szám
New Students With all of the societal problems we face today, where do you see goodness in the world? First Prize - $500 Kayla N. Veith, Br. 352 Coraopolis, PA Goodness is in the human heart. The decision to put yourself before another not expecting anything in return. I truly believe goodness is everywhere you look. Whether one is opening a simple restaurant door for an elder or helping raise money for charity, he/she is doing good. People have the tendency to look at one’s unvirtuous acts and overlook the goodness. Social media only notices the evils of humanity. This explains why people believe there isn’t good in the world. Goodness is everywhere, but people can’t see it. Second Prize - $300 Sarah N. DeFazio, Br. 226 McKeesport, PA I see goodness in those who care about humanity. I see it in those who refuse to let race, religion, or fear obscure their definition of worth. I see it in those who try to help people that have been deemed beyond repair. I see it in those who brush off insult to make room for friendship and those who are willing to listen and apologize. I see it in openness to new experience and the desire to participate in a world that makes room for everyone. For although hiding itself at times, goodness is both among and within us. Third Prize - $200 Stephen C. Buckey, Br. 249 Dayton, OH Despite societal problems, I see the goodness of the world in American soldiers, American Navy, American Air Force, American teachers, Mr. Rogers from PBS, the Disney Company, the Arlington National Cemetery, the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial near France on American soil, honor fights, NASA, the 9/1 I Memorial, American firefighters and policemen, the Constitution and the Amendments, Jesus, good churches, parents who love their kids, Boy Scouts of America, singing the National Anthem before all sporting events, national parks, the 4th of July, and people who know that you don’t ever give up on the people you love. Fourth Prize - $ 100 Collin M. Hurley, Br. 296 Springdale, PA In a world full of societal problems, there are many places in which I see goodness. One place being my amazing family and friends, who constantly support me and guide me with all of my life decisions and obstacles. I also see goodness in programs like the William Penn Association Scholarship Foundation. Providing such a generous scholarship to fuel and help guide the leaders of the future shows just how amazing people can be. It’s foundations like these that allow people preparing for the future to have fewer obstacles when trying to make the world a better place. Renewal Students If you were applying for an internship at WPA, how would you convince us that you are the right person? First Prize - $500 Nicholas P. Skillpa, Br. 89 Homestead, PA I would make a worthy intern in the Association, because I myself am Hungarian and share a strong connection with the culture and the history of the organization. I am pursuing a degree in Information Technology so I can be of use in that field. I took web development classes, database classes and other computer classes. I can help spread the word of the Association through use of web design and/or handle member’s information and accounts through use of databases. I could also ensure the security of all member information which is a growing issue in today’s cyber world. Second Prize - $300 Marco A. Marchelletta, Br. 18 Lincoln Park, MI The mentorship I have received as an active lifetime member of WPA is invaluable. Through many opportunities to promote WPA, I have gained a meaningful perspective that is motivated by the importance of our work. As a scholarship recipient, the financial support shows confidence in my young voice and inspires me to get more involved. We could not do our jobs without each other but together we have the power to make a real difference. With these values, skills and knowledge, I would like to request an opportunity to apply them as an intern and potential future employee of WPA. Third Prize - $200 Rachel A. Kraynak, Br. 14 Cleveland, OH The William Penn Association was founded as a means for extending help to Hungarian immigrants as they worked towards forming a new life in the United States. Therefore, if I were applying for an internship with this foundation, I would explain my passion for helping others and enriching our community. I am currently pursuing an International Business degree with the intent of uniting different cultures while also maintaining the individuality of each heritage. I believe such goals align well with the William Penn Association’s dedication to promoting Hungarian traditions. Fourth Prize - $100 Austin M. Kowalski, Br. 40 Martins Ferry, OH Many significant decisions are made during a student’s college years, and I am certain that the college experience is more than earning a degree. Time spent working to help others is an essential step to becoming a contributing member of society. An internship with the William Penn Association would provide a valuable opportunity to see how quality insurance products enrich the lives of policyholders. In addition, an internship would give me a connection with community outreach and an opportunity to build relationships with others that are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. WILLIAM PENN LIFE 0 November 2017 ° 15
