As he matured, Greg began to understand his ailment was something out of his control but was something he could live with. He talked about his poor performance in school and his lack of a complete education and how he regretted not attending college. He stated that had he attended college, it’s quite possible he would have pursued studies in areas he developed tremendous interest in — radio, television, film, and computers. Greg discovered a passion for these fields and worked on his own to learn and improve his skills in each. After he passed away, Greg’s parents established the scholarship in the Department of Radio-Television-Film at the School of Communication because of his interest in these areas.

Greg was Sam’s only child and he believes the memory of Greg’s unique, strong character will live on through the help this scholarship offers students. Greg’s father and stepmother, Hanna, try to meet each of the scholarship recipients and learn something of their lives, their dreams, and desires so they can connect with their son’s memory. They tell the students about Greg, his interests and passions, and especially that he did not attend college but always wanted to later in life.

Most importantly, they ask each recipient to think of Greg when they get tired of studying or question finishing their degree. They ask them to think about Greg and to complete their degree for him. As a result, the scholarship has a living, kinetic energy giving meaning and purpose to the short life of Greg Drago. Through these students, Greg lives!