Jane Bukovec of Robbinsville Awarded Full-Tuition Scholarship to Attend Saint Joseph's University

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PHILADELPHIA, PA (10/16/2013)(readMedia)-- Saint Joseph's University and Anne Welsh McNulty are pleased to announce that Jane Bukovec of Robbinsville, N.J., has been awarded the John P. McNulty Scholarship for Excellence in Science and Math. Bukovec, who graduated from Robbinsville High School in Trenton, N.J., in May, will receive a four-year, full-tuition, merit-based scholarship and will participate in an intensive mentoring and research program.

Bukovec, an actuarial science major, will work with faculty member Debbie Lurie, Ph.D., associate professor of mathematics and director of the Actuarial Science Program, who will serve as her mentor and research supervisor.

"I am looking forward to learning about the variety of current applications within the field of actuarial science and using that knowledge as a foundation to consider possibilities in other fields such as medicine and technology," says Bukovec. "Through the McNulty Scholars Program, I will meet a broad range of people in business and academia with similar goals. I hope that my enthusiasm and leadership will have a lasting impact when I become a mentor to underclassmen."

"McNulty Scholars are young women who dare to be the best," says McNulty, a former managing director of Goldman Sachs, whose generous support of the program honors her late husband, alumnus John P. McNulty '74. "John exuded energy, creativity and ambition. Through this program, we hope to ignite the same extraordinary spirit in others."

The McNulty scholarship program aligns with the University's efforts to enhance women's professional success. "The scholars are immersed in a challenging learning environment designed to inspire them to seek and assume leadership roles at the top of their professions," says Christina King Smith, Ph.D., professor of biology and director of the scholarship program.

Despite the increasing number of females who pursue an education in mathematics or the sciences, women are still consistently underrepresented in top positions in those professions. "John was a firm believer in the power of women to achieve greatness in their chosen fields," says McNulty. "He inspired them to take risks and challenged them to tackle problems creatively and enthusiastically."

The scholars will also hold internships in business and research settings, complete a senior capstone experience and attend activities to enhance networking, marketing and communications skills. "Because hands-on experience is a critical component of success, the scholars engage in full-time, faculty mentored research in mathematics, computer science, actuarial science or one of the natural sciences," says King Smith.

John P. McNulty '74 headed the Investment Management Division at Goldman Sachs and served as a member of the Management Committee. He is remembered for his philanthropy, strong leadership and dedication to his alma mater. McNulty mentored many young associates throughout his lifetime and always challenged women to achieve their fullest potential.

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