STAC Names 2025 STAC Fund College Scholarship Recipients

24 Local Students Recognized for Academic Achievement and Commitment to Educational Pursuits

CHICAGO, IL July 10, 2025 – The Security Traders Association of Chicago (STAC), a membership organization for individual professionals in the securities industry in Chicago and an affiliate of the Security Traders Association (STA), proudly announced the recipients of its 2025–2026 STAC Fund College Scholarships. This year, 24 outstanding Chicagoland students have been awarded scholarships to support their higher education journeys in finance and related fields.

Founded to promote financial literacy and give back to the community, the STAC Fund is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides college scholarships and makes grants to educational and philanthropic institutions throughout the Chicagoland area. Over the past decade, thanks to the generosity of STAC members, sponsors and friends, the STAC Fund has distributed more than $500,000 in charitable donations and academic scholarships. 

“Each year, we are amazed by the talent, drive and potential of our applicants—and 2025 was no exception,” said Ginny Kowalczyk, STAC President and Manager, Information Solutions Special Projects-Sales at Cboe Global Markets. “These 24 scholarship recipients have shown outstanding academic promise, and we’re honored to support their educational paths and welcome them into the broader STAC community.” 

The 2025 STAC Fund Scholarship Recipients are: 

Alexander Addison 
Brenda Amador 
Anthony Baffi 
Hannah Boehm 
Audrianna Connolly 
Patrick Curry 
Luka DiFilippo 
Lauren Dziedzic 
Andres Fernandez 
Amanda Gholston 
Nicholas John 
Hadi Khamsi  
Suryansh Khatikar 
Cameron Lipton 
Jada Maldonado 
Jason Mascarenhas 
Ainsley Mitchell 
Ethan Nagy 
Al Pakrosnis 
Zoe Polender  
Shaniah Phillips 
Jillian Pranckus 
Reina Serrano-Rivera 
Eliezer Zagorin 

STAC continues to fulfill its mission of education, professional networking and philanthropy by hosting conferences and events throughout the year. These initiatives not only support the STAC Fund but also offer members unmatched access to continuing education, industry insights and connections with leaders across the financial landscape. 

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About the Security Traders Association of Chicago (STAC) 
Founded in 1925, STAC represents more than 600 members engaged in the buying, selling, and trading of securities. As an affiliate of the national Security Traders Association (STA), STAC is committed to enhancing ethics, professional standards, and education across the industry. The organization hosts educational programs, networking events, and charitable initiatives throughout the year. For more information, visit www.stachicago.org. 

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