Fraternity-Testvériség, 2002 (80. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)

2002-10-01 / 4. szám

FRATERNITY

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summer and work and take a few classes and I accepted the challenge. I and five other students live above the bam at the college. I milk, take care of the babies, and have participated in every aspect of the dairy industry. Penn State is a leading university in the United States for animal research. Studies are conducted on a daily basis and the possibilities are endless.

I am currently serving as secretary for the collegiate 4-H program and am a member of the Block and Bridle Club here at school. When I’m home, I attend Mt. Olivet United Presbyterian Church in Independence Township. I am also a member of the Pennsylvania State Grange Association Branch #1980 of Hookstown, PA. In 1998, I had the honor of being the Hookstown Fair Queen and representing our Grange in Harrisburg on the State level.

When I graduate, I hope to work for a firm called Genex. Genex is a leading corporation in reproduction management for the farming industry.

Whatever or wherever I end up, I plan to be involved and contribute to the agriculture industry. Thank you, HRFA, and Margaret Fabri, for helping me achieve my goals.”

James N. Schubert, member of Branch 245, McKeesport, PA: “For the past two years, I have been attending California University of Pennsylvania, located in California, PA. This fall marks the beginning of my third year of full-time study towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Computer Science. I previously graduated with the Class of 2000 from Belle Vernon Area High School with a 3.6 GPA.

When not attending class, I work at Carnegie Mellon University for the Psychology Department Computer Support Group to compensate for my educational expenses. My daily work includes helping faculty, staff, and students with technical support issues, and maintaining the Department’s Web pages, backup servers, and computer lab. It is a job that has allowed me to expand my knowledge significantly and also to help others understand the often complicated and frustrating world of computers.

In the rare case when I find free time aside from school and work, I enjoy running, mountain biking, and playing deck hockey. I would like to thank Mitzi Berei for submitting my application and the Federation for giving me this generous gift.”

Zoltán Simon II, member of Branch 13, Passaic, NJ: “After studying International Business and Information Systems at Fairfield University for my undergraduate education, I chose to study law with the intention of integrating my interests in multiple disciplines. In the spring of 2002, I graduated New York Law School with my Juris Doctoral degree, and I am now concurrently pursuing the

bar in the states of New York and New Jersey.

Upon achievement of the bars, I plan to work independently while fulfilling my initial goals. I hope to utilize my international background to assist those in this country that come from elsewhere in search of a better life. With the goal of improving the legal system and ultimately helping to create a more just society, I intend to accomplish fair outcomes for my clients. I aim to represent the persons who cannot defend themselves against injustice and discrimination. I want to be the voice for those who cannot articulate their hopes and desires. Through my education and proficiency in the Hungarian language I hope to be able to provide the Hungarian community with the legal expertise that is necessary for survival in our complex society.

Ultimately, I would like to use my education and experience to teach others how to support the need for an improvement in our legal system and create awareness for the necessity of a more just civilization.”

Ryan N. Sosnowski, member of Branch 31, Lorain, OH: “First and foremost, I would like to thank the HRFA and Branch Manager Emma Aros for my selection as a student aid scholarship recipient. The financial assistance will be more than needed throughout my years at Ohio University.

Five years ago, I started my journey of becoming a more responsible and independent student. I attended Marion L. Steele High School located in my hometown of Amherst, Ohio. While I was there, I quickly got myself involved in many extracurricular activities and clubs. I was involved with the soccer program for four years, earning two varsity letters and the Athlete Scholar Award my senior year. I also enjoyed the slopes while being involved in our school’s Ski Club and using my creative thinking in our Art Club. Academically, I graduated in the top ten percent of my class and was a member of the National Honor Society.

Now all that has passed, and I have found a new home at Ohio University. I am currently a sophomore working my way towards a college diploma and a stable career. I am working on requirements for the school’s Visual Communications program, which I will be applying for this coming winter. I plan to get my degree in graphic design publication, pursing a career with a magazine company. I have a few years to go, but I believe I am on the right track being awarded the Dean’s List twice my first year.

My Hungarian heritage has been a strong influence on my character and identity of who I am. I am able to look back and realize the gift of a strong ethnic background that provides such beautiful culture in my everyday life. I owe much of this credit to my grandmother who reminds me of my heritage by her amazing love for Hungarian cooking.”