The essay topic was: “With each generation, elements of our traditional Italian heritage tend to fade due to neglect, heritage blending and other changes. Many families have traditions rooted in that Italian heritage. Based on your experience, which two traditions reflecting our heritage do you believe are most important to preserve and pass onto the…
Each 2023 La Famiglia scholarship applicant wrote a 750-1000-word essay on a topic of current interest as a major component of the application. We will feature a winning essay each month. This month’s essay was written by Brendan Elliott, recipient of the Carl T. Julio Scholarship. The essay topic was: “With each generation, elements of…
Preserving Heritage: The Importance of Homemade Italian Cuisine and Tight-Knit Family by Brendan Elliott With each passing generation, the elements of our traditional Italian heritage seem to fade away due to a lack of attention, heritage blending, and other societal changes. However, it is crucial that we preserve these traditions and pass them on to the…
