The Lawrence J. Pizzano Scholarship
The Lawrence J. Pizzano Memorial Scholarship pays tribute to Larry, a young man who left us much too soon, but who taught us what it means to put others before oneself, to give without thought of personal gain. An active member of our campus community, Larry combined his academic pursuits with service to others through participation in Lambda Sigma and by tutoring his peers. He also expressed his personal interests in his guitar playing and through his WSBK radio show. Most of all, Larry brought us joy with his smile and his generous spirit.
This memorial scholarship celebrates Larry’s life and applauds a student who exemplifies Larry’s values.
Impact
“The Lawrence J. Pizzano Scholarship is going to open up many doors for me. My goal is to become a Physicians Assistant and I know that through my work I will be able to help those in need.”
-Stephanie Gleason ’20, Movement Science
“The Banacos Center has helped provide many resources that allow me to succeed at Westfield State. The Lawrence J. Pizzano Scholarship will help me finish off my last year at Westfield and prepare to become a teacher!”
-Kara Penney ’19, History
“When I first read Larry’s story, I saw myself in him. It makes me so happy that you saw this as well. "
-Fiona O’Sullivan ’21, Social Work
“I am sincerely honored to have been selected as the recipient of the Lawrence J. Pizzano scholarship. Because of your scholarship, I will be able to keep taking classes I need for my degree and I will be able to help people at many different types of jobs.”
-Melissa Costello ’22, Economics and Mathematics