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The Melinda Mack Memorial Scholarship

In honor of the incredible advocacy, innovation, and access to services that Melinda Mack brought to the New York State Workforce Development system, this scholarship assists individuals who are pursing either a traditional College Degree or a FAFSA approved Trade or Professional certification.  

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Melinda's Biography 

Melinda Mulawka Mack, a nationally recognized expert and leader in workforce development, died, age 42, on November 14, 2023. Melinda was born in Buffalo, daughter of Andrew Mulawka and the late JoAnn Kopp. Melinda earned her BA at the University of Buffalo and graduate degrees at the Rockefeller College (SUNY Albany). Serving as Executive Director of NYATEP for the last decade she put the "force" in workforce. Melinda was a tireless advocate for investing in our nation's greatest asset, people. She was brave, never afraid to stand up for what she knew was right yet recognized the value in being respectful. Melinda was a legend in the field and her passing leaves a void in the hearts of many.

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