2025 AMLA Scholarship Recipients!

Each year, the AMLA presents scholarships to individuals who are exemplary students—who, in the fraternal spirit, dedicate themselves to achieving good grades and performing service to their community. Each year, the choice is difficult because so many qualified AMLA Members apply. Pictured above (L to R): Connor Krause, Sarah Celestina, Nicholas Komara, and Josephine Scibana.
Congratulations to the AMLA Scholarship Recipients:

The Anna Mae Mannion Memorial Scholarship is presented to:

Josephine Scibana

Josephine Scibana graduated from Brunswick High School, magna cum laude. Josephine was a member of the National Honor Society, a member of various school clubs, and recipient of the Debbie Hopkins Scholarship. Josphine is attending Cleveland State University in pursuit of a degree in Early Childhood Education.

The Joseph A. and Albina M. Abram Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by the Abram Family is presented to:

Nicholas Komara

Nicholas Komara graduated from Poland Seminary High School in 2021. He is studying Music Education at Youngstown State University. Nicholas is President of the YSU Saxophone Society, and a Member of both the YSU Wind Ensemble and the YSU Saxophone Quartet. Nicholas is also the Treasurer of AMLA Lodge 67 - Sons of Italy.

The Dr. Rudolph M. Susel Memorial Scholarship is presented to:

Sarah Celestina

Sarah Celestina graduated from Magnificat High School in Rocky River, Ohio. She is now attending Kent State University pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design. Sarah has made the President's List and is in Honor College. She plans to graduate in 2028.

The Senator Frank J. Lausche Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by The Frances & Jane S. Lausche Foundation is presented to:

Connor Krause

Connor Krause is a graduate of North Royalton High School, class of 2022. In 2025, Connor graduated summa cum laude from Miami University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. Connor is now pursuing a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Ohio University. You may have seen Connor at AMLA Lodge 4 meetings, the AMLA Children's Christmas Party, and volunteering at the St. Vitus Parish Picnic.

Anyone who applied in 2025 for an AMLA Scholarship and did not receive one, is still eligible for a $500 Post-Secondary Educational Grant at the end of this year. Applicants can use their current application and fall semester grades to apply at the Home Office in December. These Scholarships and Grants are given to qualified AMLA Members. Membership comes with the purchase of an AMLA Policy.