This year, six full-time college students each received a $2,500 scholarship out of a total of 77 candidates who applied. Of the 77 applications received, 62 applications were complete with required documentation and postmarked by the April 16, 2004 deadline. Each of the 62 applications were reviewed and scored by three members of the Scholarship Committee. The applications reviewed received a score from 0 to 10 from each reviewer for each of the following categories: 1) academic achievement; 2) extracurricular/community involvement; 3) awards, commendations, honors, scholarships; 4) leadership/team skills; 5) financial need; 6) written communication skills; 7) essay #1 content; 8) essay #2 content and 9) letters of recommendation. Applications with an average score of 75 points and higher were then selected for a telephonic interview with the applicant and the Scholarship Committee members who reviewed the applications. Thirteen applicants were interviewed telephonically and received a score for the interview. Once the interview scores were incorporated, applicants with an average score of 85 points and higher were selected to receive a scholarship.

The Foundation is honored to present the six recipients of the 2004 - 2005 Michael J. Berkeley Foundation Scholarship:

Teddy J. Collins
When George Bernard Shaw uttered the words, "Youth is wasted on the young," he certainly could not have imagined a youth lived as 18-year-old Teddy J. Collins has lived his. Teddy, the son of Anne and Tedd Collins IV of Louisville, Kentucky, is as accomplished in the classroom as he is on the golf course. The Ballard High School graduate, who has begun classes at Stanford University this Fall, was a member of the National Honor Society, the National Achievers Society, a Ventures scholar, a National Achievement Scholar Finalist, a member of the Chess Club, the 2003 All-American Golf team, the All-State Golf team and the Academic All-State Golf First Team. He was introduced to Golf at the age of 10 by his father and quickly became enamored with the game. He won the 13-year-old Division of the New York State Golf Championship and was the number one ranked junior golfer in the state the next year. Despite his youth, he realized that the work ethic needed to succeed in golf could serve him well in other aspects of life. He has spent time at the top of the junior golf rankings in both New York and Kentucky. Those who recommended Teddy used words such as quiet, personable, reliable, diligent, dedicated, confident and leader to describe him. In an essay to the scholarship committee Teddy wrote, "I think that I am the person that I am today because I grew up loving the way golf keeps score. Golf is unlike all other sports because your score does not reward you for doing what mediocrity dictates - doing one thing right, such as scoring a touchdown or shooting a basket, while giving lip service to doing the little things like block, rebound, or play defense. Golf, on the other hand, penalizes those that are not well rounded even if he or she is able to drive a ball 400 yards right down the middle of the fairway. More importantly, golf is the only game that rewards a person for having character and moral fortitude, because when it comes to golf, cheaters never truly win. Therefore, teaching the values of golf and its unwavering demand for excellence and truth gives me both great pride and the hope that I can make the world a better place to live one golfer at a time." Mr. Shaw, meet Mr. Collins.



Matthew L. Espinosa
Reflections
Someone once told me to be more concerned with my character than with my reputation because my character is who I really am, while my reputation is merely what others think about me. This last year, the Michael Berkeley scholarship has shown me more than words can say. Look into Michael's eyes in his pictures and see his love of life, of his family, of those around him. Those are the important things in life, not how much money you have or how well people around you think you live. Those things are superficial. I realize that through this scholarship that I have been given the gift of an education. I have been given the chance to enjoy life, and to love those around me, and enjoy playing a little golf too. For this wonderful opportunity, I am forever grateful. Over the past year, I have been working busily doing research in neuroscience to complete my psychology major. I finished last semester with a 3.89 GPA. I also have been working hard at golf. Last fall I won my first collegiate tournament. This summer I worked as an intern at UT Southwestern, I doing research on a virus that many doctors think may be linked to asthma. My career aspiration is to go to law school and eventually work in health law.

Bio
Matthew L. Espinosa hails from the Nation of Texas. He currently attends Southwestern University and is a Psychology major. It is clear that Matthew has dedicated a good deal of effort and hard work into his studies. He currently maintains a 3.61 cumulative grade point average and was on the Dean's List in 2004. Matthew is also very involved in a number of extracurricular activities, including the Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology, the Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity, the Southwestern Student Foundation and the Paidea Program.

And then there is golf. Of course, Matthew is a golfer and is a member of the varsity team at Southwestern University. Matthew began playing in the fifth grade and was taught by his father, Anthony Espinosa. Matthew has described enjoying many days of playing with his father and of their shared love for the game of golf. Their passion has now been passed along to a third member of the Espinosa family. Matthew's sister, Lauren, has developed into a nationally ranking, competitive golfer. Using the words of Dale Carnegie, Matthew tells us that playing with his younger sister has taught him to be more concerned with his character than with his reputation. With the assistance of his family, we think that Matthew has already done a fabulous job in developing his character and his reputation!



Franco Garcia-Lopez
Reflections
My experience at the 2004 Michael J. Berkeley Memorial Golf Tournament, both as participant and a recipient of the fine scholarship, was a moment in my life I will cherish forever. It was awesome!

At the tournament last year, I was paired with three gentlemen that not only made my time there that much easier, but also allowed me to ask questions and further nurture my interest in the fields of law and business. These gentlemen shared their life experiences, which helped me with decisions of my own.

The Michael J. Berkeley Memorial Golf Scholarship has allowed me to continue my schooling at Dominican University of California. When I finish there I hope to transfer to another institution to pursue my interest in the profession of law.

I would like to thank all of those involved in this tournament, starting with the sponsors that helped raise the money for the scholarships, and those who helped me find my way around. I would also like to thank the board members who took time out of their busy lives to interview me over the telephone from wherever they may have been and, ultimately, chose me.

Finally, and most importantly, I would like to thank Mrs. Berkeley for being such a strong and courageous woman in starting this memorial scholarship honoring her husband. This allows me and others who received this scholarship to achieve our lifetime goals and keeps us reaching for the stars, making not only those around us proud but also, very importantly, making ourselves proud as well.

THANK YOU!!!!!

Bio
Franco is currently enrolled at Dominican University of California, where he is playing collegiate golf. After college, he plans are to attend Law school and continue to focus on a goal to one day play professional golf.

Franco is from San Diego , California. He has achieved numerous outstanding accomplishments. Franco attended Hilltop High School and graduated with a 3.4 GPA. He was a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. He has a plus 1.4 golf handicap and took 56th place in the Junior World Golf Championships in 2004.

A few of Francoıs high school activities include:

- San Diego Inner City Junior Golf Foundation - Volunteer
- Western States Junior Golf Program
- Varsity Golf - Captain
- Links San Diego Chapter - selected as Links Achiever

"The sport of golf has played a large role in my life. Since I began playing golf at the age of eight, it has taught me many life changing lessons that have bettered me as a person... In the classroom, it has taught me patience, endurance and determination at the task at hand...For example, in English class, I have written several poems about my experiences in golf, the time I played at Doral, about the racism and discrimination I experience to this day when I step onto a golf course to play a tournament and I am the only player of color, and about who I am, Franco the African/Mexican/American future professional golfer..."

"If I have an opportunity to help others from the game of golf, I will start a golf organization to benefit children. Since 1998, I joined the San Diego Inner City Junior Golf Foundation in my community....I will see to it that such an organization like this on continues to exist in whatever city I will live in..."



Jamie E. Taylor
Jamie E. Taylor, the daughter of June and Joseph Taylor, is a 20 year old from Warrensville Heights, Ohio. This 3.54 GPA student is presently undertaking a rigorous course of study, as she is enrolled in Gannon Universityıs 5-year MBA program. She expects to receive her B.S. in May 2006 and MBA in May 2007. She is a member of the Accounting Club and represents fellow students as a member of the Student Government Association. In addition, Jamie has volunteered helping the homeless. While she obviously works hard to be successful in the classroom, on the campus and in her community, her hard work has proven equally successful on the links. Her father introduced her to the game at the age of seven and she won the first tournament she entered at the age of nine. Her drive, determination and passion for golf empowered Jamie, and she was able to establish the Girls Golf team at her high school. Not only did she serve as Captain in her junior and senior years, but she was the Assistant Coach as well. She is a member of the Gannon University Golf team and placed 3rd in the 2003 National Midwest Golf Tournament, 3rd in the Women's Independent Division of the 2003 Dr. H.L. Cochrane 17th Annual National Minority College Golf Championship and 3rd in the 2002 Toledo Invitational. Jamie aspires to combine her educational and athletic background into a career that will include a PGA Teaching Pro license so that she can be a role model for other young African-Americans who want to succeed in the other aspects of golf that take place away from the fairways. Perhaps Gannon University Assistant Professor John A. Onorato described Jamie E. Taylor best in his letter of recommendation, "Ms. Taylor does not place her lamp under a basket, but rather lets the light of her life shine on those around her."



Annika L. Windon
Reflections
Last year's Michael J. Berkeley Memorial Golf Tournament was truly a phenomenal experience and will stay with me for the rest of my life. My day began with an outstanding, delicious breakfast, where I was able to meet some of the people at the tournament who were anxious to start the day. Once I finished my breakfast, I spent five relaxing hours playing a flawless golf course with delightful playing partners who were extremely friendly and passionate about golf. As my day drew to a close, I did not want the experience to end. However, the evening, which included a fabulous dinner and awards presentation, brought additional joy. The superb ballroom was lined with golden walls and magnificent chandeliers giving the room a warm golden glow, which was accompanied by a feeling of love and support from all in the room. The day was truly significant because it was a gathering of people to celebrate the life of a man who exhibited so many admirable qualities. Every golfer who teed up on that beautiful fall day played not only to aid the foundation but, more importantly, to remember Mr. Michael J. Berkeley, an honorable man with a golden heart and a love for his family and helping others. The tournament, a celebration for all of the people who help the foundation to be such a powerful aid to so many young individuals trying to reach their dreams. And an honor for me to be part of a group of people playing in the memory of such an irreplaceable man. The day was truly a meaningful and amazing experience, and I am extremely thankful to have played in a tournament honoring a man who made the world a better place.

In addition to participating in a memorable charity golf tournament, my first year at Princeton comprised so many additional lasting memories. One such memory was when my class, the class of 2008, was addressed by our school's president, Dr. Shirley Tilghman. She welcomed us by delivering a speech of encouragement and support. Dr. Tilghman's indelible words were a reminder of the significance of our accomplishment in being accepted into Princeton. After the president's welcoming remarks, we filed out of the chapel and marched out through one of the side gates of the university and through the main entrance. Walking through that entrance and being greeted by Nassau Hall represented not just an acceptance into a university which educated some of the world's brightest but my entrance into a world where people like me thrive on our desire to demand excellence from ourselves. I realized that I could now use my passion and talent for golf and educational opportunity to make this world a better place.

Undoubtedly, I would not have been able to experience my first year at Princeton if it had not been for the generous help of the Michael J. Berkeley Foundation. My first year was one of the greatest blessings in my life. At Princeton, a place where I experienced both intellectual and cultural growth, I had the opportunity to learn from the worldıs finest educators and meet some of the world's most talented individuals. Never in my life have I been surrounded by so many determined people who are ready to improve their communities through their passion and dedication. I was surrounded by a myriad of encouraging professors and preceptors who pushed us to gain extensive knowledge and exercise our own thinking and reasoning skills. My goal for the upcoming three years and the future is to utilize the skills that I will acquire at Princeton and hopefully serve as a role model to other young ladies aspiring to be the worldıs future leaders.

Bio
Annika is currently a Freshman at Princeton University, where she plans to major in either Molecular Biology or Psychology and play collegiate golf. After Princeton, she plans to attend medical school.

Annika is from Rancho Palos Verdes, California. She has achieved several outstanding accomplishments, while managing to balance school, golf and numerous extracurricular activities.

Annika recently graduated from Palos Verdes Peninsula High School with a 4.4 GPA. She has a plus 2.9 golf handicap. She also has obtained a top national ranking while playing in both national and international tournaments. A few of Annikaıs high school activities include:

- Western States Junior Golf Program- Teaching assistant
- LPGA Urban Youth Golf Program- Teaching assistant
- Varsity Girls Golf - MVP (2000-20003)
- National Tiger Woods Team

Annika's view on the role the sport of golf has played in her life is "...Eight years ago I would have never thought that golf would become a significant part of my life. Encompassing all of my time and energy, it has led me on a journey that has helped me grow into a strong, determined young lady. Golf has taught me important life lessons such as how to deal with failure, dishonesty and tenacity..."

"My most meaningful community service activity is volunteering as a teaching assistant in inner city youth golf programs. This weekly activity is the highlight of my week. Serving as a role model to rising junior golfers, I realize the impression that I am making on them. As I see their inquisitive eyes following my every action, emotions pile up when I think about how I am making a positive difference in their lives..."



Spencer C. Witherspoon
Spencer C. Witherspoon is the son of Caroline C. Green. Spencer currently attends Guilford College where he is a Senior. Spencer is an Accounting major and maintains an impressive 3.28 cumulative GPA. Spencer balances his academic career with many different activities. He is a member of the Guilford College Academic Skill Center as an Accounting Tutor. He serves as Treasurer for the Guilford College African American Cultural Society. Spencer is also a Budget Committee Member for the Student Government Association. Spencer is also a member of the Guilford College Golf Team.

Speaking of golf, Spencer has been playing since he was fourteen years old. Spencer states that his time on the golf course has taught him valuable lesson of perseverance and commitment. He has also had ample time to think of ways that the golf community can give back to the community at large. Spencer proposes a sponsorship program to assist the many golfers of color who cannot afford the costs of competition. We look forward to watching and to assisting Spencer in achieving yet another goal in his life.