Financial Women's Association Committees

Committee - Scholarship - Undergraduate

Mission
To sustain the scholarship program and encourage the development of lasting ties between the FWA and Murry Bergtraum High School, by supporting the education of young women and encouraging them to help others through continued involvement in the FWA.

Scholarship Recipients	Get Connected
List of Recipients (password required)	Link to the Undergraduate Scholarship Group (password required)

Contact Co-chair

Denise Seegobin

Upcoming Event

Reunion Dinner 2012

Committee Purpose

The FWA program at MBHS began in the 1985-86 academic year and is one of the longest programs in the New York City Department of Education. The program forward the organization’s mission by giving financial assistance to promising and deserving young women pursuing business careers. In addition, formal and informal meetings, for both scholarship programs, enable us to offer career guidance and networking opportunities to the next generation of financial women, in keeping with our mission.

The committee organizes a Reunion Dinner in January and a Summer Event in August.

2011 Scholarship Recipients

Scholarship Recipient	College
Kathleen Abreu Mariah Brown Francesca Clerjeune Ashley Earl Shatque Hicks Sequenza Howes-Williams Shyann Ramroop Michelle Rojas Vicky Tranzil Anais Villa	CUNY John Jay SUNY New Paltz La Salle University St. Bonaventure University Syracuse University Clarke Atlanta Fordhan University Iona College Hunter College Iona College

Read the highlights article: Another successful year for FWA's Mentoring Program -
Murry Bergtraum High School Graduation Highlights

Success Stories

"I growth up from a lower income family, and I have three older siblings. When I enrolled in college in my freshman year, my three siblings are also attending college at the same time. That weights a lot financially on my parents and us. My family members and I all believe a college degree is a must have in order to have a better future but at the same time we are worry about tuition bills. I worked during every school breaks to help myself pay for my own school tuition.

During this difficult time, FWA scholarship makes a difference in my college life. I am very honored and grateful that FWA chosen me to be part of the mentee program, which later granted me for a scholarship that helps pay some of my living and school related expenses. Because of the scholarship, I don't have to take work-study; instead I can focus on my academics while school is in session, and work during the school breaks."
- Scholarship Recipient

2011 Reunion Dinner

This year's Reunion Dinner was held at Cowgirl restaurant, and the current and past scholarship winners were given a presentation by our Financial Backpacking Committee about their finances. It was a wonderful presentation and helped the girls think about their future and how to structure their financial lives.

More Highlights

Sustaining Eco-Savvy Women: The FWA Undergraduate Scholarship Reunion Dinner - Jan 5, 2009
Speaker Dr. Jeana Wirtenberg speaking to group	Farhanna Balgaboom modeling the tote bag that was given out at the event
Speaker Dr. Jeana Wirtenberg answering questions from the group	Rong Ling Lin and Francoise Jeanpierre catching up with one another
4th Annual Undergraduate Scholarship Committee Summer Event: Networking with a little knowledge of sports - Aug 10, 2008
Denise is greeted by Mr. Met	FWA welcome message at Shea Stadium
Denise is greeted by Mr. Met	Scholarship Recipients networking at the game
20th Anniversary of FWA MBHS Undergraduate Scholarships - Mar, 2007
Mentor Jenene Karamon with our very first scholarship recipient and Scholarship Co-chair Denise Seegobin	Elizabeth James, FWA President Lily Klebanoff Blake and Farhanna Balgahoom
MBHS is well represented by Ada Colon, Principal Barbara Esmilla with Thomas Zarillo	Jenene, Elizabeth and Farhanna enjoying the festivities

Accomplishments /Highlights

	The committee has celebrated ove 20 years of scholarship winners. Numerous students join the FWA and become more involved in the program. This year alone (2011) we welcomed two new members.
	Scholarships awarded exceed 100: Since 1987, we have awarded scholarships to 123 students and we continue to see strong interest in the program.

Meeting Schedule

Meeting frequency is based on the projects underway. Most committee work is handed via email and telephone.

Special Thanks and Acknowledgements

Our thanks to the many individuals: FWA Members and Staff; Murry Bergtraum High School Administration; and the dedicated committee members whose contributions are essential to the work of the scholarship committee.

Their contributions are important, unique and greatly valued.

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