Fraternity-Testvériség, 1997 (75. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1997-07-01 / 3-4. szám
FRATERNITY Page 21 MICHAEL L. RAHILL Michael L. Rahill, member of Branch 93, Wharton, New Jersey, was recommended to us by Branch Manager Steve Vajda. With much of his time at the volunteer fire department and working for the family business (Turul Bookbindery), he does not have enough spare time to seek for other odd jobs to help finance his education. Therefore, the scholarship was of great help. Michael is currently attending Rutgers University, majoring in Criminal Justice. Theresa Ratliff, member of Branch 67, Sharon, Pennsylvania: “I would like to thank the HRFA for the generous scholarship that has been given to me. To Helen and Bill Szuch, I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude for recommending me for this award. I am currently a sophomore at Kent State University, and I am majoring in advertising with a minor in marketing. Although my studies are difficult, I really THERESA RATLIFF enjoy attending Kent State. It is a wonderful school with great facilities and staff. The cost of tuition and books has risen this year so receiving this award was a blessing.” of them abroad, and I really appreciate the fact that you help students to bear the costs of education, especially the extras.” (Belinda lives and studies in Salzburg, Austria. She is a granddaughter of our late director Mr. Julius Simon.) Steven V. Szász, member of Branch 140, Canton, Ohio, is a lifetime member of the Federation. His parents purchased his first policy shortly after his birth as had been done for his father by his parents. “I believe my Hungarian heritage and my grandparents’ lessons of faith and love have greatly enriched my life. I am a senior at The Ohio State University and plan to graduate in December, 1997 at which time I plan to pursue a career in Finance. The financial assistance provided by the Federation was of great help since other than my parents’ help, I have received no financial assistance while in school. I have worked summers life guarding and painting houses and have also worked in food service during school. I am a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity through which I have provided philantropic service to Children’s Hospital and helped raise funds for the Children’s Miracle Network, along with other community service for the benefit of needy children. In my spare time, I enjoy fishing, golfing, swimming, weight lifting and raising a Jack Russell terrier. I am, of course, also an avid Buckeye fan and had the privilege of attending the 1997 Rose Bowl game.” Steven was recommended to us by Branch Manger Margaret Ayers. STEVEN V. SZÁSZ Jessica L. Rico, member of Branch 31, Lorain, Ohio, is currently pursuing a degree in nursing. She was recommended to us by Branch Manager Mrs. Emma Aros. Heather J. Toth, member of Branch 197, Springdale, Pennsylvania, is currently pursuing a degree in secondary education. Belinda Simon, member of Branch 176, Gary, Indiana: “Thank you very much for the check you sent me. I am busy getting my thesis finished, so I couldn’t earn money on excavations this summer. Therefore, your check was important to me. Within the last years, I had to invest a lot of money in excursions, most BELINDA SIMON Christa I. Van Buskirk, member of Branch 52, So. Norwalk, Connecticut: “I would like to thank the HRFA for selecting me to be a recipient of the Student Aid & Loan Fund. I am truly honored and grateful to accept this check. Receiving this award is very important to me as I take great pride in my college education and my family’s Hungarian heritage. I am a lifelong member of the Federation and my family members have been and currently are associated with the HRFA. 1 would like to thank my family for supporting me as I pursue my goals, especially my uncle, Ernest P. Virgulák, for recommending me for this award. With the cost of higher education increasing each year, I greatly appreciate receiving aid to help me pursue my studies. My years at Western Connecticut State University to date have been very enjoyable and rewarding. It has always been
