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Meet the Stamps Scholars

Current Scholars

Samantha Machmer

Samantha Machmer '25

Occupational Therapy

I am so grateful to be a part of the Elizabethtown Class of 2025 and the Stamps Scholars Community! I am from Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, and I am an Occupational Therapy major with a Human Services minor. I love to read, be outdoors, and spend time with my family and friends. I am the founder of our new campus organization Dogs in the Dell, and I am raising SSD Farmer, a service dog in training. I am excited to see what new opportunities and memories this year will bring!

Ahsa Sadhukhan

Ahsa Sadhukhan '25

Biology - Health Professions

I am honored to be a part of the Etown Stamps Scholars Program. I was born and raised in Lancaster, PA. For my high school years, I attended Linden Hall – a small international school in Lititz, PA. I am pursuing a Biology major with a Spanish minor. As a member of the LECOM 4+4 Program, I plan to attend medical school after college. I hope to eventually become a pediatrician in an underserved community. At Etown, I am on the Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding's Student Leadership Team. I also serve as a Peer Mentor, Peer Tutor, and Steering Committee member for CARE. I have been able to study abroad in Japan and the Czech Republic because of my enrichment fund! Thank you to Elizabethtown College and the Stamps Foundation for this amazing opportunity!

Jack Venza

Jack Venza '25

Mathematics - Education

I am excited and honored to be a Stamps scholar and a part of the class of 2025 at Elizabethtown! I am from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, and I graduated from Owen J. Roberts High School. At Etown, I am pursuing a mathematics degree with a concentration in secondary education, and I am a member of the men's swim team. I hope to use my enrichment fund to broaden my perspectives and strengthen my teaching skills and capabilities. I am very grateful for the opportunities provided to me by the Stamps Foundation!

Callie Asper

Callie Asper '26

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

I am so honored to be a part of the Elizabethtown Class of 2026. With a major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and a minor in Spanish, I plan to attend Pharmacy School after my time at Elizabethtown College. During my high school years in Boiling Springs, PA, I led student volunteer efforts throughout my local community as well as hygiene education initiatives in the Dominican Republic. My experiences contributing to underserved communities in rural medical clinics have fueled my passion for medicine and addressing public health crises. At Etown, I am involved in Women in STEM Club, Chemistry Club, the Pre Health Society, Lighthouse, and other community service opportunities. I am extremely thankful for the opportunities that the Stamps Foundation provides, and I am looking forward to continuing my journey at Elizabethtown College.

Essex (EJ) Finney

Essex (EJ) Finney '26

Business Administration

I am very excited to be attending Elizabethtown College for the next four years as a Stamps Scholar. I joined the class of 2026 at Elizabethtown College as a student-athlete majoring in Business Administration. I am from Vienna, Virginia, and I enjoy spending time outside, helping the community, and playing basketball. I am looking forward to all the amazing activities I will participate in during my four years at Elizabethtown College and am honored and very grateful for this experience.

Erina Fortune

Erina Fortune '26

Biology - Health Professions

I am so excited to be continuing my education at Elizabethtown College through the Stamps Scholars Community! I grew up in Wexford, PA, which is a suburb right outside of downtown Pittsburgh, and am a Political Science Pre-Law major with Biology and Philosophy minors. I hope to go on and become a Foreign Service Officer with the US Department of State. On campus, I am the President of the Asian Cultural Student Association, Vice-President of the Gender & Sexuality Alliance, work as a Blue Jay Ambassador, a Peer Tutor, and am part of the Dean's Advisory Council for the School of Public Service. I also work as an assistant for one of my professors! Thank you so much to Elizabethtown College and the Stamps Foundation for cultivating this opportunity!

Madilyn Fratis

Madilyn Fratis '26

Public Relations

I am so excited to be a Stamps Scholar in the class of 2026 at Elizabethtown. I am Public Relations major, I intend to minor in Transformative Justice. I am passionate about creating sustainable solutions for social justice issues in my community. On campus, I am part of the Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding. I also work for the Office of Marketing and Communications (find me on our TikTok!) and I teach spin class at the Bowers Center!!

Aurora Lefever

Aurora Lefever '26

Public Health

I come from a small town in the rural areas outside of Scranton, PA. During high school, I founded and presided over a club that aimed to dispel stigmas around girlhood, such as menstrual inequity and sexual assault. I also conducted sociological research on the Americanization of Puerto Rican communities. At Elizabethtown, I am part of the Honors, Momentum, Global Scholar, and Ubuntu programs, and also work as the vice president of the campus's new Red Cross club. On campus, I also work as an International Leadership Assistant with the Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding, and off campus, I tutor elementary schoolers. I'm a Public Health major with a minor in International Studies aiming to work rebuilding health infrastructure in postwar societies after I complete further studies in graduate school. I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with the Stamps Scholarship program and all of the gifted faculty and students involved!

Tainan Nunes

Tainan Nunes '26


Elizabethtown College has become a treasured hidden gem for me. Being from Massachusetts, I stumbled upon this remarkable community purely by chance. Through my experiences, I have consistently found satisfaction in witnessing the growth of those around me and contributing to their progress. Throughout my journey at Etown, I aspire to extend this mindset to my personal, academic, and professional life - all while striving to maintain a healthy balance for myself. A desire I have on campus is advocating for mental fitness, demonstrating how embracing discomfort can unveil a world of deeper connections, healthier mindsets, and opportunities. I am forever grateful to Mr. E. Roe Stamps and his late wife, Penny, who have allowed me to explore academic and personal interests!

Alysse Smith

Alysse Smith '26

Biology

As a proud Stamps Scholar at Elizabethtown College, I am beyond appreciative of the opportunities this scholarship has afforded. Currently pursuing a major in Biology with a premedical concentration and a minor in Spanish, I am passionate both about serving others and embracing leadership roles. I have been able to exemplify this by becoming a part of the executive cabinets for both the Gender-Sexuality Alliance and the Honors Program, allowing me to amplify voices and inspire change within the community. As a Blue Jay Ambassador, peer tutor, and mentor, I have been able to explore avenues that allow me to give back. Additionally, I had the incredible opportunity to use my Stamps enrichment funds to partake in a medical internship in Cusco, Peru, deepening my understanding of global healthcare. Overall, becoming a member of the Stamps Foundation has fueled my drive to lead with compassion and get involved in meaningful initiatives both on and off campus.

Hanna Tran

Hanna Tran '26

Biology - Health Professions

It is such an honor and privilege to be a part of the Stamps Scholars Program at Elizabethtown College. I grew up in Huntingdon Valley, PA. I am a biology major with a minor in medical humanities, enrolled in the BS/MS Physician Assistant Program. I am involved on campus as the Resident Assistant for the Social Change Living Learning Community, an Ubuntu mentor, Vice President of Asian Cultural Student Association, and the Secretary of Gender-Sexuality Alliance. Because of the program, I had the opportunity to pursue a medical internship in Hue, Vietnam where I observed the economic challenges of the Vietnamese healthcare system. My career path is driven by a passion for serving those in underrepresented and underprivileged communities as well as examining the intersection between systems of inequality to provide quality, holistic, and accessible patient care.

Elsa Woodarek

Elsa Woodarek '26

Public Health & Political Science

I am honored to be a part of the Stamps Scholar community and a member of the Class of 2026 at Elizabethtown College. I have lived in Ellicottville, New York my entire life. I am a Public Health and Political Science double major with a minor in Philosophy. While at Etown I have participated in student government and civic and community engagement, which has allowed me to grow my capacity for leadership and service. I am passionate about serving the community that I am a part of and plan to incorporate that into all my future endeavors.

Ellianna Andreen

Ellianna Andreen '27

Music Therapy

I am honored to be named a Stamps Scholar at Elizabethtown College! I am a music therapy major with a concentration in piano. I am originally from Harford County Maryland. I plan to work with children with medical conditions in the future. My goal with my enrichment fund is to provide celebration for people with disabilities on campus! I enjoy working out, doing yoga, and shopping. I hope to join best buddies and a capella!

Emmanuel Attah

Emmanuel Attah '27

Engineering

I come from Nigeria and am very grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Stamps Scholars community at Elizabethtown College. I am excited to join the class of 2027 as an engineering major. I plan to make the most of this opportunity here exploring new things, meeting brilliant people, and gaining valuable knowledge and experience. I'm excited to begin this journey at Etown!

Ava Barton

Ava Barton '27

Business Administration

I’m honored to be a part of Elizabethtown’s class of 2027 and the recipient of the Stamps Scholarship. I'm a political science and journalism/business administration double major with a love for documentary filmmaking! My work has been recognized by groups such as the WHYY Youth Media Awards, Khan Academy, and the National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY). Wilmington, Delaware is my hometown and Cab Calloway School of the Arts was my high school.

Brian Duva

Brian Duva '27

Computer Science & Mathematics

I am excited to be a part of the Elizabethtown College Class of 2027. I am from Eldersburg, Maryland, and plan to study Computer Science with a focus on Data Science. I hope to be able to participate in various service projects and clubs on campus, such as Circle K and Best Buddies. Thanks to the Stamps Scholarship, I hope to be able to pursue summer internships and research projects to get more experience in my fields of study, as well as explore the many opportunities provided by the Stamps Foundation and Elizabethtown College.

Simone Ervin

Simone Ervin '27

Biology - Health Professions

I am so thankful to be a part of the Stamps Scholar community here at Elizabethtown College. I'm from Washington state. I am a Biology major in the B.S./M.S. Physician Assistant program at Etown. I enjoy working out, being outside, hanging out with friends, doing crafty projects like embroidery, and finding new movies and shows. I'm passionate about inclusion and serving my community which I hope to incorporate in my future endeavors.

Ryan Kraychik

Ryan Kraychik '27

Biology - Health Professions

I am excited and honored to be recognized as a Stamps scholar at Etown! I grew up in Holland, PA (suburbs of Philadelphia). I intend to major in Biology and be on a premed track. I am also part of the Honors program. In addition, I am a part of the 4+4 B.S./D.O. affiliation program with LECOM. I aspire to become an Emergency Room physician. I am looking forward to succeeding in and out of the classroom, meeting new friends, forming relationships with my professors, participating in club activities, and playing tennis at Etown. Truly grateful about all these opportunities!

Holden Rice

Holden Rice '27

Engineering

I grew up in Robesonia, PA, about 45 minutes from Etown. My hobbies include tinkering, building things, and fixing things. I am always looking for a new challenge and am looking forward to finding many such opportunities through the Engineering program at Etown.

Laire Cafirma

Laire Cafirma '28

International Business & Data Analytics

I'm super excited to be a Stamps Scholar at Elizabethtown! I'm from Baltimore, Maryland and intend to major in International Business (Economics concentration) and Data Analytics. I'm looking forward to meeting new professors, studying abroad, joining clubs, and bonding with my friends. I hope I get to be an Ubuntu mentor and an active member of the Asian Cultural Student Association!

Mechelle Johnson-Reeves

Mechelle Johnson-Reeves '28


Heyyy I'm Mechelle, but some people call me Shelly! I am very grateful to Mr. Stamps for building such a network that allows me to connect with like-minded individuals. Coming from Waldorf, Maryland I look forward to the new experiences and opportunities that await me here at Etown.

Avonlea Lechleitner

Avonlea Lechleitner '28

Biotechnology

I am honored to be a part of Elizabethtown's class of 2028 and be named a Stamps Scholar. I am excited to represent Elizabethtown in this scholarship program and get involved within the Etown community through clubs, organizations, and extracurricular activities. I am from Sinking Spring, PA, just outside the city of Reading. I am a biotechnology major on a pre-med track. I aspire to be a physician that provides high-quality compassionate healthcare to those in my community and beyond. I look forward to taking advantage of all of the opportunities that Etown and Stamps has to offer, and I am grateful for the opportunity to expand my knowledge, network with professionals, and connect with students who share similar ambitions.

Jonah McDonald

Jonah McDonald '28

Psychology & Digital Media Production

It is a tremendous honor of mine to be a Stamps Scholar at Elizabethtown College! Here, I am a first-year sophomore, double-majoring in Psychology and Digital Media Production. Outside of school, I am an actor for film, TV, theater, and commercials (find me on IMDB for some more information). Above that, community service is greatly important to me. In 2022, I founded the LifePath Benefit Concert, an annual fundraiser event for the LifePath Homeless Shelters in York, PA. This aspect of community service is my favorite part of Stamps, and I am eager to run similar events using the valuable connections and enrichment fund. I look forward to meeting new like-minded friends!

Mercy Rao

Mercy Rao '28

Occupational Therapy

I am grateful for this amazing opportunity to join the Stamps scholarship community as a member of the class of 2028. I graduated from Atholton High School in Columbia, Maryland. I am studying in Elizabethtown College's 3+2 Masters of Occupational Therapy program. During my time at Etown, I look forward to participating in service projects, joining clubs on campus, and connecting with my fellow Blue Jays. Thank you to Elizabethtown College and the Stamps Foundation for your generous support.

Kathy Saldana Renteria

Kathy Saldana Renteria '28

Computer Science

I am forever grateful for being allowed to continue my education at Elizabethtown College through the support of the Stamps Scholarship Program. I am a first-generation Mexican American from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. I am excited to be a part of the Class of 2028 and hope to flourish at this college as I major in Computer Science. I'm excited to engage with the community, learn in and out of the classroom, embrace new opportunities, and grow. I am so thankful to Elizabethtown College and the Stamps Foundation!

Dhriti Shah

Dhriti Shah '28

Pre-Medical Primary Care

I'm excited and honored to be a part of the Stamps Scholars community at Elizabethtown College! I'm from Berwyn, Pennsylvania, currently enrolled in the Pre-Medical Primary Care Program with Penn State College of Medicine. During my time at Etown, I'm looking forward to the learning experiences that will prepare me for my future endeavors.

Stamps Scholars Program Alumni

  • Lydia Ciafre - Marketing
  • Hannah Donohue - Music Therapy
  • Miriam Englehardt - Occupational Therapy
  • Joseph Killpatrick - Engineering
  • Olivia Kurtz - Engineering
  • Charlotte Long - Occupational Therapy
  • Mackenzie Pollachek - Mathematics
  • Nick Zonarich - Actuarial Science

  • Alexandra Bonicker - Public Relations & English
  • Laura Cardona - International Business & Political Science
  • Ezekiel Ciafre - Public Relations & Graphic Design
  • Cassandra Debacco - Mathematics
  • Ryan Fanelli - International Business
  • Ainsley Thimes - Occupational Therapy
  • Emily Ward - Engineering & Fine Art

  • Max Cojocaru - Computer Science
  • Sarah Kleb - Biotechnology
  • Elizabeth LePore - Engineering
  • Livia Marga - Secondary Mathematics Education
  • Hope McQuoid - Psychology & Fine Arts
  • Paige Phillips - Actuarial Science & Data Science

  • Anna Byriel - Computer Science & German
  • Brock Culver - Computer Science
  • Ryan Fisher - Engineering
  • Samantha Seely - Communications & German
  • Matthew Smith - History/Middle Eastern Studies
  • J.D. Sterbens - Biology
  • Aiyana Tietze-DiToro - Health and Occupation

  • Sara Allocco - Political Science & Spanish
  • Liuba Miranosava - Accounting & French
  • Mika Thomas - Japanese Studies
  • Rebecca Voler - Physics Education
  • Ethan Waugh - Political Science & Spanish

  • Jonathan Wiseman - Computer Science
  • Shaye Lynn DiPasquale - Communications
  • Nicholas Winch - Engineering

  • Winsum Chang - Biology
  • Gillian Engelbrecht - Social Studies Education
  • Lacey MacRhyann - Biochemistry
  • Colby Schweibenz - Biochemistry
  • Brian Stottler - Computer Science
  • Eric Zimmerman - Biology

  • Tyler Butkus - Chemistry & Business Admin.
  • Nicolas Callahan - Economics & Philosophy
  • Tiana Ferrante - Legal Studies
  • Sarah Fuller - Early Childhood Education

  • Mary Clyne - Professional Writing
  • Gates Failing - Biology
  • Alicia Froh - Actuarial Science
  • Matthew Shenk - International Business

  • David Boretti - Engineering & History
  • Tamara Eichelberger - Sociology/Anthropology
  • Amy Wagner - Chemistry

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