Agatiello Family Endowment
Type
Scholarship / FellowshipYear Established
2020Purpose
Support annual scholarships for undergraduate students who need financial assistance. (GF000444)Description
Support annual scholarships for undergraduate students who need financial assistance and with a preference for students working towards a degree in Computer Science or Engineering who are also involved in Florida Tech's Music Program.
History
In preparation for a long and distinguished career in Medicine, Dr. Paul Agatiello attended Brown University where he earned both a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Biology and a Doctor of Medicine. In 1993, he was presented with a Fellowship of the American College of Physicians (F.A.C.P.), one of the highest honors given to a distinguished physician dedicated to Internal Medicine, as recognized by his peers.
Throughout his career in the State of Rhode Island, Dr. Agatiello expanded his horizons, earning many additional licenses, certificates and accolades. He has touched the lives of literally thousands of patients throughout his 40+ year career, while renowned by his patients and fellow physicians as a Board-Certified doctor in Internal Medicine since 1981.
In sum, Dr. Agatiello has led a life with much fulfillment and many memories, leaving a legacy of commitments to his fellow mankind.
Anthony Agatiello, the son of Dr. Paul Agatiello, has followed his father’s footsteps with respect to his commitment to excellence with two great passions of his own, i.e., technology and music.
Anthony came to Florida Tech from Rhode Island in 2017 where he majored in computer science and minored in musical theory and performance. While attending FIT, he played lead trumpet with the Florida Tech Jazz Ensemble, cementing his reputation with a unique ability to play very high notes on the trumpet.
Upon graduating, Anthony has performed with many musical groups including the Space Coast Big-Band, Jazz Cats, Swingtime Jazz Orchestra, Chief Cherry, and others where he continues to expand his musical endeavors.
This scholarship is established to celebrate the transformative experience of Anthony's years at the University (2017-2021) and to make a lasting impression for years to come.