William "Don"Manzo Memorial Music Scholarship

For students of any major interested in music or music performance
William "Donnie"Manzo graduated from Ramapo College in 1977 with a degree in history. He was a talented, dedicated musician who played a number of instruments and taught guitar. At the age of 16 Donnie and his friends started a band that performed together for 30 years. He died suddenly from a brain aneurysm in 2009 at the age of 53. Since he inspired so many musicians who still play in bands around the region, Donnie’s family and friends held a tribute concert in 2009. A “house band”of Donnie’s former students performed at the concert and part of the proceeds were used to create this scholarship. Applicants must submit an essay that addresses the following questions: What are your ambitions as a musician? Who are your musical influences and how have they inspired you?
Eligibility:
Open to all majors
Students interested in music or music performance
GPA of 2.50 or higher
Financial need based on Ramapo College Foundation policy