SCRANTON, PA (06/13/2013)(readMedia)-- Lisa Marie Girolametti of Ridgefield, a 2013 graduate of The University of Scranton, received the Lawrence Mann Award from the University at Commencement. Girolametti was recognized for academic excellence and outstanding service alongside 67 other graduates who earned some of the nation's most prestigious honors including Goldwater, Truman and Fulbright scholarships.
Girolametti majored in nursing at the Jesuit university. She was a resident assistant and served on the Residence Life's selection, awards and recognition committees. Girolametti served as a member of the University's review board and was a Royal Ambassador for The Office of Admissions.
Girolametti plans to return home to Connecticut and secure a pediatric or labor & delivery nurse position.
Photo Caption: The University of Scranton honored 2013 graduates who exemplified its Jesuit Tradition through academics and Service. Pictured left to right: Lisa Marie Girolametti, Harold Baillie, Ph.D., provost and senior vice-president for academic affairs.