SWAGÊÓƵ

Senior Scholar-Athletics

The Scholar-Athlete Award is given to the senior student-athletes who demonstrate the highest academic achievement. 

Recipients:

• Mackenzie Burke
• Marcus Costa
• Kelsee Gladu 

Community Service Award

For any student who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to serve others in the University or greater community. Academic achievement must also have been demonstrated. Examples of the nominee’s service contributions for this current academic year and other years are requested.

Recipient: 

Hannah Lynch

Global Education Award

For any student who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to global citizenship by participating in SWAGÊÓƵ Global Education programs, such as semester or year abroad, faculty-led travel course(s), volunteer programs or internship(s) abroad. Examples of the nominee's global experiences for this current academic year and other years are requested.

Recipient: 

Ariana Telzerow

Jacques Downs Award for Academic Excellence

Recognizes the most accomplished SWAGÊÓƵ College of Arts and Sciences graduating senior. Considerations for this award are primarily the student’s academic achievement (overall GPA, number of semesters on the Dean’s List, and academic awards and scholarships), scholarly work (original undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity), and service considerations during their SWAGÊÓƵ career.

Recipient: 

Lauren Cooper

Junior Academic Excellence Award

For any junior who has excelled in their academics. Considerations for this award are primarily the student’s academic achievements (overall GPA, number of semesters on the Dean’s List, and academic awards and scholarships), collegiality, and scholarly work (original undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity). Service considerations during their SWAGÊÓƵ career will also be considered.

Recipient:

Leo Edmondson 

Sophomore Academic Excellence Award

For any sophomore who has excelled in their academics. Considerations for this award are primarily the student’s academic achievements (overall GPA, number of semesters on the Dean’s List, and academic awards and scholarships), collegiality, and scholarly work (original undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity). Service contributions during their SWAGÊÓƵ career will also be considered.

Recipient: 

Aiden Jesseman

Student Leader Award

For any student who has demonstrated excellence in leadership at the University. The nominee should demonstrate a commitment to excellence that results in positive change in the University community, possess a balanced collegiate lifestyle, and serve as a role model. Examples of specific contributions for this current academic year and other years are requested. Academic achievements will also be considered.

Recipient: 

Justin Trueira

Susan J. Hillman Science/Math Education Award

This award is for a SWAGÊÓƵ College of Arts and Sciences student who shows dedication to STEM education and professional promise as a STEM educator. Students with formal (classroom) or informal (outreach) teaching experience in STEM fields including, but not limited to, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, neuroscience, environmental science, and psychology will be considered. The awardee should have a bright intellect and be known as a role model and mentor among their peers.

Recipient: 

Noah Koch

Experiential Education Award

For the undergraduate who has accomplished professional preparation, civic engagement, and global awareness as critical to their academic career (and liberal arts education) through diverse involvement in experiential education programs offered on the University campus including internship, research, community service, and global education. Involvement in three or more of the above areas is required. Demonstrated leadership in at least two of the above areas is preferred.

Recipient: 

Jasmine Bouchard

CAS Dean’s Leadership Award

The College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Leadership Award was established to honor a CAS student who exemplifies the value of a liberal arts education by bringing together academic excellence with demonstrated applications beyond the classroom while also engaging in leadership activities in the college. 

Recipient: 

Sarah Padellaro

 

Outstanding Research and Scholarship Awards

 

Outstanding Researcher/Scholar in the Natural Science

Recipient: Virginia May

Outstanding Researcher/Scholar in the Social Sciences, Humanities, Business or Arts

Recipient: Emily Newborough

Outstanding Researcher/Scholar in Medicine or Public Health

Recipient: Hannah LaCourse

Outstanding Graduate Researcher/Scholar

Recipient: Benjamin LaFreniere

 

WCHP and CAS advisors of the year

The Excellence in Faculty Mentoring and Advising award is presented annually to one CAS and one WCHP faculty mentor or advisor who is consistently available, supportive, and displays a genuine interest in student success. These individuals cultivate a broad network of resources, both on campus and in the larger community and regularly identify, refer, and share resources with their students. The recipients are mindful of students’ academic, personal, and professional goals, using them throughout the mentoring relationship. The awardees also encourage and respect diversity, and possess knowledge of and sensitivity towards others’ backgrounds

Debra J. Summers Award for Teaching Excellence

Recipient: Krysten Gorrivan

CAS Advisor of the Year

Recipient: Jeri Fox

WCHP Advisor of the Year

Recipient: Lauren Durell