Justina Wallace, a recent graduate of SUNY Sullivan, has been awarded the $5,000 Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation (WLNF) Transfer Scholarship in recognition of her academic excellence and commitment to higher education.
Wallace, a resident of Pine Bush, N.Y. and a graduate of Pine Bush Central High School, has recently graduated from SUNY Sullivan with an associate degree in criminal justice. She has since matriculated to the University at Albany’s bachelor of arts criminal justice program.
“As I continue my journey in criminal justice, I’m driven by a deep understanding of the societal impact of the system,” said Wallace. “I recognize that the justice system affects not just individuals, but families, communities, and society as a whole. That’s why I’m committed to approaching my work with empathy and compassion, particularly when it comes to vulnerable populations like children.”
Wallace expressed deep appreciation for the scholarship’s impact on her educational journey.
“I would like to stress that none of my goals would be as obtainable had I not received the scholarship,” Wallace said. “I am in need of financial support, and I am eternally grateful for the assistance I have received from SUNY Sullivan and the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation.”
“We are thrilled to be able to assist Justina Wallace as she pursues the next step in her educational career,” said Jim Gleason, a cofounder and current board member of the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation. “The WLNF is committed to helping students in our community reach their potential, and we wish her well as she pursues her degree at SUNY Albany.”
The Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation Transfer Scholarship, established in 2024 in partnership with the SUNY Sullivan Foundation, provides a one-time $5,000 award to SUNY Sullivan graduates who transfer to a State University of New York (SUNY) institution to complete their bachelor’s degree. The scholarship can be applied toward tuition, housing, textbooks, fees, or other educational expenses, easing the financial transition for deserving students like Wallace.
For more information about the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation Transfer Scholarship Program, contact the SUNY Sullivan Foundation by calling (845) 434-5750 x3188 or emailing foundation@sunysullivan.edu.
About the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation: Established in 2022, the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation (WLNF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of Wolf Lake homeowners dedicated to philanthropic activities benefiting the towns of Thompson and Mamakating. Visit wolflakeneighbors.org for more information.
About SUNY Sullivan: SUNY Sullivan is the leader of innovative higher education and a catalyst for workforce development throughout the Sullivan Catskills and beyond. Our diverse community cultivates personal growth and professional advancement, preparing students for success in a sustainable and interconnected world. A forward-looking, top-tier community college in New York, SUNY Sullivan offers dozens of degree programs, certificates, and microcredentials for learners at all levels of their educational goals. We value critical inquiry and creativity while supporting our students in a culture of inclusion and respect.
