The Tom M. Brennan Memorial Foundation

John Scola, Class of 2011

John Scola graduated first in his class from Notre Dame of Fairfield in Connecticut, where he lives with his mother and two sisters. While at Notre Dame, John was actively involved in the Appalachia Club, spending a week every summer assisting in the building and maintenance repair of homes of the disadvantaged living in the Appalachias. He was also the captain of the cross country and basketball teams.

The Foundation is pleased to announce John Scola as the 2007 recipient of the Thomas M. Brennan Memorial Scholarship at Boston College.

Jillian Burdziak, Class of 2010

Jillian Burdziak, from Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, is one of a very select group of incoming freshmen invited to be a member of the Boston College’s prestigious Honor’s Program. She graduated from Archmere Academy in Claymont, Delaware with a 3.95 Grade point average.

Jillian was the recipient of the Archmere Medal at Archmere Acdemy, the school’s highest award. The Archmere Medal is given to the student who, in the opinion of the entire faculty, upholds Christian beliefs in his or her everyday life, is involved in many areas of life on campus, exhibits outstanding leadership skills and is dedicated to community service.

The Foundation is pleased to announce Jillian Burdiziak as the 2006 recipient of the Thomas M. Brennan Memorial Scholarship at Boston College.

Christina Carney, Class of 2009

Christina Carney is a graduate of Notre Dame Academy High School located in Staten Island, New York. Christina resides in Staten Island with her father, a younger brother and a younger sister.

Christina graduated with a 96 average, ranked 6th in her class, and received awards for excellence in Spanish, Theology and Math. She was actively involved in her parish youth group and was a founding member of a program dedicated to teaching young women leadership skills to bring about positive change in themselves and their communities. Christina also served as a mentor and role model for younger students in the Ophelia Project, a program dedicated to creating a safe environment and combating peer aggression.

For her academic excellence, leadership and dedication to her community, Christina Carney is the 2005 recipient of the Thomas M. Brennan Memorial Scholarship at Boston College.

Steven Marconi, Class of 2008

Steven Marconi is a 2004 graduate of Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell, New Jersey, where he lives with his parents.

Steven graduated from Bergen Catholic with an A average and was awarded the Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholar Award. He was a member of the National Spanish Honor Society and the National Honor Society. While studying, Steven was able to continue his long-time interest in classical and jazz piano. As a member of the Bergen Catholic Police Athletic League, Steven was also a mentor to members of his local community. Despite a full schedule, he worked part-time during his sophomore, junior and senior years of high school.

In recognition of his academic excellence, dedication to his community, and conscientiousness, Steven Marconi is the 2004 recipient of the Thomas M. Brennan Memorial Scholarship at Boston College.