Assemblyman Bill Magnarelli (D-Syracuse) announced that the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is now accepting applications from throughout New York for four $1500 scholarships to be awarded in June at their annual Conference Weekend. Assemblyman Magnarelli was recently chosen as the new President of the Italian- American State Legislators Conference.

“Given the high costs associated with going to college, every opportunity must be made by students and their working families to meet their required expenses with scholarships as well as with student loans, available financial aid and personal contributions,” Assemblyman Magnarelli said. “I highly recommend that our area’s students apply to the Conference for these prestigious scholarships so that they may hopefully secure as much extra help with their expenses as possible.”

This year, the Italian-American State Legislators Conference will be awarding four $1500 scholarships to four current or future college students from New York State – two scholarships for academic achievement and two scholarships for athletics. All applications must be received by 5:00pm on Friday, May 4th in order for recipients to be considered for the new academic year beginning in the Fall. Eligibility will be based upon several factors including a student’s grade point average, their achievements in sports, and their involvement in the local community as well as their individual financial need.

“Our conference is very proud of our role in promoting higher education and assisting students in reaching their full potential for future success in the global marketplace,” Magnarelli continued. “This year’s recipients will be invited to Albany to receive their scholarship awards in June. I encourage all of our students in the Syracuse area to apply.”

Area students may request an application by contacting Assemblyman Bill Magnarelli at magnarw@assembly.state.ny.us or by calling (315) 428-9651.