MISSION STATEMENT
AMICI Naperville Area Italian American Club is a
non-profit social organization for those who
wish to enhance their appreciation of
Italian heritage and culture
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2026
SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
Lily Eddington is the 2026 recipient of the
Amici Wayne and Mary Piccin Scholarship !!
How is the winner of the AMICI Club’s, Mary and Wayne Piccin Memorial Scholarship chosen from what is often a pool of highly qualified applicants? “Challenging” and “rewarding” are words that describe the process. Given annually to a graduating high school senior of Italian heritage, the applicant must have demonstrated outstanding academic, extracurricular, and community service achievements. The selection committee methodically sifts through materials submitted by each applicant to identify exemplary candidates, and refines the search by repeatedly considering the qualities of each applicant. The process is focused and thorough, but leads ultimately to a scholarship winner. The process itself is most rewarding for members of the committee as we become familiar with the extraordinary qualifications of many candidates. Our community can take great pride in the accomplishments of these students.
The 2026 winner of the AMICI Club scholarship is Lily Eddington, a graduating senior from Downers Grove North High School. Lily will be attending Miami University in the fall, where she will major in business. Lily then plans to pursue a law degree, based in her commitment to advocate for others and to help organizations make responsible decisions while supporting individuals and communities. In addition to maintaining an exemplary high school GPA and recognition in the National Honor Society and the National Spanish Society, Lily has served on the Student Council for two years, helped organize the Grove Express 5K, and volunteered at the West Suburban Community Food Pantry. She was honored for her achievements at the May 28, 2026 meeting of the AMICI Club. She introduced herself and spoke briefly about her high school experience and future plans. Following presentation of the scholarship award of $1500, she enjoyed a celebratory reception with her parents and members of the AMICI Club. Our hardiest congratulations and best wishes go out to Lily.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
PRESIDENT
Armando Serafini
VICE PRESIDENT
Donna Bonk
TREASURER
Fran Morgan
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Barbara Kaurin
SERGEANT AT ARMS
Jo Ann Beck
SECRETARY
Dolores Sennebogen
EVENTS COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRPERSONS
Ralph Bertolacini
Alan Hallstrom
JoAnn O'Donnell
EVENTS COMMITTEE
Maria Rocco
Bob Bonk
Armando Serafini
Alan Hallstrom
Jo Ann Larsen
Technology Advisor
Joseph Speziale
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