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Distributor's Link Magazine Winter Issue 2014 / VOL 37 / NO.1

80 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S

80 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK MWFA - P. O. Box 5, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 • Tel: 847.438.8338 • 1.800.753.8338 • Email: mwfa@ameritech.net • www.mwfa.net MID-WEST FASTENER ASSOCIATION MWFA CELEBRATED MILESTONE IN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS continued from 78 To thank them, this year, scholarships were named in their name which they also have contributed towards. Our appreciation to the media is not limited to these publications; however, we thank the following for committing to a scholarship in their name. ,500 Media Awards American Fastener Journal - Kristen Koors, daughter of Roger Koors - Elgin Fastener Group. Kristen is a junior at Bell State University pursuing a degree in Nursing. Fastener Technology Int’l - Joseph Nolan, son of Marty Nolan - R. L. English Co. Joseph is a freshman at Ohio University majoring in accounting with studies in Spanish also. Fully Threaded Radio - Marissa Remus, daughter of Dave Remus - Beacon Fasteners & Components. Marissa is a freshman at Illinois State University studying Food, Nutrition & Dietetics. Global Fastener News - Ewelina Wesolowska, spouse of Jozef Wesolowoska - Gateway Screw & Rivet Inc. Ewelina is determined to complete her education goals not only for herself but to prove to her daughters you can make dreams come true at any age. XL Screw Corp. Scholarship - ,500 This year’s XL Screw Corp. Scholarship was awarded to Sarah Michaels daughter of Tom Michaels of Komar Screw Corp. Sarah is a junior at Anderson University working towards her degree in Nursing. She then plans to continue on to further her education as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant. Throughout High School and College she has remained in the top level of her class, receiving many awards, while continuing extensive volunteer work. Bill Lang Sr. Memorial Scholarship - ,000 Four years ago, the MWFA lost a former MWFA President and several term board member - Bill Lang Sr. of Certified Products. Bill Lang Sr. was a one of a kind person in our industry who will always be remembered for his “great ideas,” support of the association, his humor and his assistance whenever needed. Bill’s family has graciously made a very generous donation to continue this scholarship in Bill’s name. This year, the Bill Lang Sr. Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Angelica Jaje daughter of Adam Jaje - CSM Fastener Products. Angelica is a sophomore at DePaul University working towards her Anthropology Major. This choice came after a trip to Jordan, during college, and the study of the Arabic language and working with a professor who is an Anthropologist. She later plans to go on to law school and pursue a degree in International Law. Richard S. Piskoty Memorial Scholarship - ,000 The Richard S. Piskoty Memorial Scholarship has been donated by Clarcorp. Richard Piskoty was one of those all around kind of men. His life led him in many directions and every path he took he made an impact on the people around him. He was a teacher, a coach, a mentor and a friend. Each of those aspects from him was present in every job he ever had. The lives he touched along the way ranged from the kids he taught and coached to the salespeople that worked for him. With a young family in tow, he worked in the fastener industry until his retirement. It is because of his devotion to his family, dedication to his career, and desire to pass on and give back to others that this scholarship is dedicated. The Richard S. Piskoty Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Charlotte Skala daughter of Michael Skala - ICS Flange. Charlotte has remained in the top 4% of her class while receiving several honors, participating in many extracurricular and volunteer activities through school, church and community. While she is still seeking her true calling she plans to challenge herself through college and obtain a master’s degree or Ph.D. She believes the more knowledge, the more she will succeed. Raul Torres Memorial Scholarship - ,000 Raul recently passed away after spending 50 years in the fastener industry. He started with Schnitzer Alloys in the 60’s then went on to Albany Products, Action Threaded Products and Star Stainless Screw. He was a gentleman who mentored many. Raul spent several years on the MWFA Scholarship Committee. We thank Star for starting the Raul Torres Memorial Scholarship fund. We also thank Vera Torres, Fall River Mfg. and Don Westby for generous donations to this fund. Because of the generosity of these people, this scholarship will continue for a minimum of the next seventeen years - we thank you. The first Raul Torres Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Brittany Majewski, daughter of Jeannine Dzienis - Willie Washer Mfg. Brittany is a senior at Lewis University. She enjoys volunteering from repairing cars for low income families to fixing roofs and flooring at an Indian Reservation in North Dakota. She continues to be on the Dean’s List and instructs in the art of Tae Kwon Do. Her fascination has always been with airplanes which led her to her career goalan Air Traffic Controller. Thank you to our Scholarship Committee: Glen Brin (Chairman), Wayne Wishnew, and Matt Delawder for their time and dedication. Scholarships are awarded to MWFA members, by the MWFA, annually in November. Completed applications are due into the MWFA office by September15th. Applications may be found on line at www.mwfa.net.

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