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2025 Recipients

Sofia Petrafesa

Sofia Petrafesa

Stamford, CT

Post University

This summer, Sofia transferred to Post University to pursue her RN to BSN. The online learning environment will give her the flexibility she requires in order to balance her education and the demands of a nursing career where she will specialize in pediatric oncology. Sofia wants the opportunity to give back to the community that has given her so much. She states,” I am excited to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families as they navigate the challenges of cancer.’ Sofia’s letter of recommendation states, “Sofia possesses the qualities necessary to become an outstanding nurse–compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to patient care.” This is Sofia’s sixth Susan Fund award.