Daniel M. Zolotorofe Memorial Scholarship Fund

Caroline Johnson has had an incredible time at Maryland in her nearly two and a half years so far. She is in awe at the spirit exemplified by the students and faculty here and the University’s dedication to excellence. Her first home football game against West Virginia two seasons ago, specifically the second-quarter flag drop, was an unforgettable, cathartic experience. That was the moment she knew this school was her home. As a runner, Caroline has made the beautiful campus as well as Lake Artemesia part of her daily routes, and she feels such a sense of pride as she  runs through the grounds. 

There are endless possibilities of things to do for all types of people, and she has made many different friends from different avenues this way. Caroline feels as though this school is her oyster, and she must seize every opportunity available. Being so far out of state, she knew she had to get involved to maximize her experience and she is involved in many unique areas of the wonderful campus! She is the Vice President of Academic Affairs for the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority and serves as a board member of the University Student Judiciary Committee. Caroline is a student ambassador for the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences and a sustainability advisor for the campus Office of Sustainability. Finally, she is a member of the Epsilon Eta Professional and Service Environmental fraternity. Academically, she has made the Dean's list all four semesters thus far and was inducted into the Order of Omega Greek honor society last spring. The best part yet: she’s not yet finished trying new experiences! Among many things, Caroline would like to try being a Teaching Assistant, be inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa, and be accepted to the Maryland Federal Fellows program. There is still so much more to come and she couldn't be happier about it. Go Terps!

At Maryland, Robert Isper is a public health major on the pre-med route striving to get into med school following a gap year after he finishes his undergrad degree. He hopes to end up at the University of Maryland Medical School of Baltimore, where he would be able to stay close to my family and friends. He is involved in 4 clubs at the university, three of which are pre-med clubs: AMSA, Humanity First, and Red Cross, and one religious one called OCF - Orthodox Christian Fellowship - as he is a Syrian Orthodox Christian. Robert is also in a fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, and is a part of the executive board as the vice president of administration. All these involvements support his academic pursuits and resume which he strives to build constantly with unique involvements. 

Lydia FitzPatrick is a senior Elementary Education major completing her student teaching year long residency at a local elementary school. She served as the VP of Health and Wellness and Accountability and Sisterhood Chair for her sorority, Alpha Phi. She also teaches group fitness cycling classes for the Recwell Center at UMD. 

Jawayria Rehman is a Public Health Major with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation. She is the Founding President of the Theta Chapter of Mu Delta Alpha Sorority Incorporated at the University of Maryland, a Muslim-interest professional and social sorority. Jawayria is also the Vice President of Community Relations for the Multicultural Greek Council. This past summer, she was 1 of 22 students nationally selected as a Public Policy and International Affairs Fellow at the University of Minnesota. 

My name is Laine Skamarycz, Junior public health major at the University of Maryland. I am an active member of Alpha Phi, serving as the Director of External Events and previously served as the Guard, organizing new member Initiation and chapter ceremonies. I am also studying Public Health to eventually become a Physician's Assistant, involved in the Pre-PA club here on campus.

Cindy will earn her Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management and Information Systems, with a minor in Sustainability Studies in May 2022. Cindy is an alum of the First-Year Innovation Research Experience (FIRE): Sustainability Analytics stream, and Robert H. Smith's Social Innovation Fellows Cohort 11. She also served as a Teaching Assistant for UNIV100: University Life for freshmen, and for BMGT367: Career Search Strategies in Business for business school transfers. She is currently a Supply Chain Consulting Fellow at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, where she completes supply chain cases studies, visit national ports, and network with industry leaders.

Outside of the classroom, she holds two jobs as a Peer Career Counselor at the University Career Center & the President’s Promise, and as a Program Assistant at the Center for Global Business at Robert. H Smith School of Business. Cindy has previously served as the Vice President (Operations) of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority and as the Asian American Student Union representative on the executive board of the Vietnamese Student Association. She is currently serving as the Vice President of Scholarship for Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society and as the Deputy Commissioner of Campaigning for the UMD Student Government. 

After graduation, Cindy is working as a Risk Analyst at Fannie Mae in Washington, DC. In the future, she hopes to move to NYC or Chicago to work full-time in the financial industry while earning her MBA part-time. Cindy enjoys going to concerts, trying new restaurants, and staying active in her free time. 

My name is Ysa Le and I am the Fall 2020-Spring 2021 President of the Multicultural Greek Council. During my term, I have led discussions on racism, sexual harassment, mental health and more. I am also currently on the executive board as Warden and Co-Vision in the Chi Chapter of the Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated. Outside of Greek life, I also work as a University Learning Assistant for BSCI222 (genetics) and am a part time Medical Scribe. My academic pursuits include applying to medical school and ultimately practicing in the field of emergency medicine!

Catherine Magos is a junior the University of Maryland, majoring in Government and Politics with a minor in Public Leadership. She is currently the President of Sigma Kappa, and have previously served as Panhellenic Delegate. She hopes to use this position to help inspire my sisters to become stronger leaders as she has become since joining my chapter. Outside of Sigma Kappa, she is an active member of Kappa Omega Alpha, a Public Policy professional fraternity. She plans to graduate early in December 2020 and begin a career on Capitol Hill, where she had interned with a Congressman for the last year. she hopes to specialize in judicial issues such as women's, LGBTQ+, and civil rights.

Nick Larson is a senior majoring in marketing at the University of Maryland. He is involved with a number of organizations on campus working as an office assistant with the Department of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Students Helping Honduras, and serves as on the Dean's Student Advisory Council for the Robert H. Smith School of Business. The Chi Phi Fraternity has helped him develop professionally and offers a close network of friends. Serving as recruitment chair for Chi Phi in the past, Nick loves meeting new people and helping them achieve their full potential. When he's not grinding, you can find Nick playing intramural sports, spending time with family, or traveling.

Natalie Ryan is a junior at The University of Maryland majoring in Hearing and Speech Sciences. She plans to obtain her master's degree in speech pathology and to work in the speech department in an elementary school. She is a proud member of Alpha Chi Omega and the National Student Speech Language Association Club. In addition, she works in a clinical outcomes research lab: Avoidance Reduction Therapy for Stuttering. Natalie aspires to become a successful speech pathologist by making a difference in children's lives.

Sabrina Riordan is a sophomore Dietetics major at the University of Maryland. She hopes to become a Registered Dietitian and loves working with children. She worked at UMD's Nutrition Camp over the summer, as well as with athletes on campus through the Sports Nutrition Department. She is also involved in many activities around campus. She has served as the Internal Director of Revolutions Dance Ensemble, is the Junior PHA Delegate for her sorority Alpha Delta Pi, is the Logistics Captain of the Terp Thon Planning Team Events Committee, is a member of the UMD Student Dietetic Association, and is a Sports Nutrition Volunteer. She enjoys helping her sorority's philanthropy by spending time at Ronald McDonald House. Sabrina aspires to one day work in a children's hospital. She believes that in addition to academics, giving back to her community is an important part to being the best version of herself.

Rachel Moskowitz is a sophomore Elementary Education major with a focus area in Social Studies at the University of Maryland. She hopes to teach the 2nd grade and loves working with children at her Day Camp over the summer. She is involved in many activities around campus. She serves as the Vice President of Philanthropy for her sorority Sigma Delta Tau, is a campus tour guide and is a part of the Terp Thon planning team. Rachel believes that being well-rounded and studious are incredibly important to being the best version of herself.