UNIVERSITY PARK, PA, May 1, 2008 — The CPT Brian Faunce Memorial Fund presented its fifth annual ROTC award to graduating Penn State University senior Anthony Nicosia. Anthony is a History major with a minor in Military Studies who earned a 3.02 GPA. He served as Company Tactical Officer and was a member of the Cadet Recruiting Team. Like Brian, Anthony was active in the Ranger Club, both being selected as Captain of the Ranger Club during their senior year. Anthony was also a member of the Army Intramural Football and Army 10 Miler Teams. His recognitions include Multiplatinum medal athlete and Cadet Academic Award.

Upon graduation in May, Anthony was commissioned in the Armor Branch as a 2nd Lieutenant. He will remain in State College until the beginning of next year to recruit for the Army ROTC program at Penn State.

Anthony writes to the Faunce family: "I cannot thank you enough for the award that not only carries your Brian's name, but also his sacrifice for this great nation. With great humility, Tony Nicosia"