Prelude Selections of music performed by Mr. Edward Moore Associate Professor, Performing Arts (Music) Processional “Coronation March” by Giacomo Meyerbeer National Anthem Ms. Anita Christine Peña ‘08 Musical Theatre Opening Statement Dr. Arden Zipp Distinguished Teaching Professor, Chemistry Recognition of Honored Students Dr. Erik J. Bitterbaum President Welcome Dr. Bitterbaum Dr. Rozanne Brooks Dedicated Teacher Award Dr. Donna Anderson Professor Emerita, Music Recipient: Dr. Kathryn E. Kramer Associate Professor, Art and Art History Convocation Address Dr. Ralph Dudgeon Professor, Performing Arts (Music) Recipient of the 2006 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities Department and Institutional Scholarships and Awards Dr. Marley Barduhn ‘76 Associate Dean, School of Education Ms. Regina Grantham Associate Professor and Chair, Speech Pathology and Audiology Dr. Mark Prus Dean, School of Arts and Sciences Closing Remarks Dr. Bitterbaum Concluding Statement Dr. Zipp Alma Mater Ms. Anita Christine Peña ‘08 Musical Theatre Recessional “War March of the Priests” by Felix Mendelssohn A reception will be held for the honorees and their guests immediately after the ceremony in the back of the Park Center Alumni Arena. April 21, 2007 Park Center Alumni Arena
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PreludeSelections of music performed by Mr. Edward Moore AssociateProfessor,PerformingArts(Music)
Processional“Coronation March” by Giacomo Meyerbeer
National AnthemMs. Anita Christine Peña ‘08 MusicalTheatre
Recognition of Honored StudentsDr. Erik J. Bitterbaum President
WelcomeDr. Bitterbaum
Dr. Rozanne Brooks Dedicated Teacher AwardDr. Donna Anderson ProfessorEmerita,MusicRecipient: Dr. Kathryn E. Kramer AssociateProfessor,ArtandArtHistory
Convocation AddressDr. Ralph Dudgeon Professor,PerformingArts(Music) Recipientofthe2006Chancellor’sAwardforExcellencein ScholarshipandCreativeActivities
Department and Institutional Scholarships and Awards
Dr. Marley Barduhn ‘76 AssociateDean,SchoolofEducation
Ms. Regina Grantham AssociateProfessorandChair, SpeechPathologyandAudiology
Dr. Mark Prus Dean,SchoolofArtsandSciences
Closing RemarksDr. Bitterbaum
Concluding StatementDr. Zipp
Alma MaterMs. Anita Christine Peña ‘08 MusicalTheatre
Recessional“War March of the Priests” by Felix Mendelssohn
A reception will be held for the honorees and their guests immediately after the ceremony in the back of the Park Center Alumni Arena.
April 21, 2007 Park Center Alumni Arena
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Platform Party
Dr. Erik J. Bitterbaum President
Dr. Virginia B. Levine ExecutiveAssistanttothePresident
Dr. Nancy Aumann AssociateProvost,AcademicAffairs
Dr. Marley Barduhn ‘76 AssociateDean,SchoolofEducation
Ms. Regina Grantham AssociateProfessorandChair, SpeechPathologyandAudiology
Dr. Mark Prus Dean,SchoolofArtsandSciences
Dr. Ralph Dudgeon Professor,PerformingArts(Music)
Dr. Arnold Talentino ProfessorEmeritus,English Coordinator,SUNYCortlandHonorsProgram
Keyboardist
Mr. Edward Moore AssociateProfessor,PerformingArts(Music)
Mace Bearer
Dr. Arden Zipp DistinguishedTeachingProfessor,Chemistry
ProfessionAl studiesDr. John Cottone AssociateProfessorandChair, ExerciseScienceandSportStudies
Marshals
Dr. Yomee Lee AssistantProfessor,ExerciseScienceandSportStudies
Dr. Susan Rayl AssistantProfessor,ExerciseScienceandSportStudies
Dr. Susan Stratton AssistantProfessor,Childhood/EarlyChildhoodEducation
Dr. Jeffrey Swartwood AssociateProfessor,Psychology
Readers
Dr. Robert Spitzer DistinguishedServiceProfessor,PoliticalScience
Dr. Arnold Talentino ProfessorEmeritus,English Coordinator,SUNYCortlandHonorsProgram
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The names on the following pages represent students who are in the top five percent of their respective classes. The names are listed according to class rank. The student’s major is indicated underneath each name.
* This symbol after a name indicates that the student has been chosen as a member of Phi Eta Sigma, the national honor society for freshmen.
+ This symbol after a name indicates that the student has been chosen as a member of Phi Kappa Phi, the national all-discipline honor society for juniors and seniors.
^ This symbol after a name indicates that the student is a participant in the SUNY Cortland Honors Program.
# This symbol after a name indicates that the student has been chosen as a member of Tau Sigma, the national honor society for transfer students.
Academic excellence is the primary criterion for all awards presented at Honors Convocation. Other student attributes are typically recognized as well and are provided in the award description. All award winners must have a grade point average of �.0 or better.
The award and scholarship winners on the following pages are listed by school — the School of Education, the School of Professional Studies and the School of Arts and Sciences. Each school houses the following majors:
School of Education
Childhood Education (Grades �-6)
Early Childhood/Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 6)
AMANDA JuSTINE BOOTHKendra Nelson Memorial AwardGEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENTPresented to childhood/early childhood education majors concentrating in geography who exhibit outstanding academic performance, a love for learning and an enthusiasm for geographic education. They consistently demonstrate qualities, both in and out of the classroom, that suggest they will be outstanding classroom teachers.
ANASTASIA ElIzABETH BOWMANSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
NICOlE ClARKHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
RENE DASIlvAChancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributuins to the university community.
Cortland’s Urban Recruitment of Education (C.U.R.E.) AwardFOUNDATIONS AND SOCIAL ADVOCACY DEPARTMENTAwarded to the student with an overall grade point average of �.� who has demonstrated best practices in urban education while student teaching.
ASHlEy M. FERBERAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
SADIE GARRETTHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
ASHlEy HuDSONPast Presidents Scholarship: Harry DeWitt DeGroat ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
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SARAH GRACE HuNGERFORDSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
JAIME NOEllE HuTCHISONHelen E. Smith Award for Excellence in Student Teaching ◊
CHILDHOOD/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to a childhood or early childhood education major who has demonstrated excellence in student teaching as well as achieved a cumulative grade point average of �.� or better.
JANEl M. KIERECKIPast Presidents Scholarship: Donnal Vore Smith ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
CHRISTOPHER KIzISFranklin E. Coolidge ‘35 Award ◊
CHILDHOOD/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to a childhood or early childhood education major whose student teaching and responsible citizenship give promise of creating environments where learning can flourish and whose intellectual and ethical integrity show potential for achieving the excellence and devotion to education given by Dr. Coolidge. The recipient must love life, love learning, love children and love teaching them.
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a qualified senior with a grade point average of �.0 or better who has contributed to the College community.
MEGAN MCNEIlly Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
BRIAN KEITH MONICAAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
JIll l. OlMSTEADJ. Catherine Gibian Award for Excellence in Art History ◊
ART AND ART HISTORY DEPARTMENT
JENNIFER lyNN PAGESenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
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ANNA ElIzABETH WAGNERSenior Award for Academic ExcellenceCHILDHOOD/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to an outstanding senior who has a cumulative grade point average of �.� or better and who has demonstrated excellence in field experiences.
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lAuRA B. AMBROSEKatherine Allen Whitaker AwardHEALTH DEPARTMENTPresented annually to a senior health major based on academic excellence and the qualities of charm, compassion and concern that characterized Katherine Allen Whitaker throughout her personal and professional life.
SAMANTHA KATHlEEN ARMSTRONGJohn A. MacPhee Scholarship ◊
RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a recreation and leisure studies major to provide financial support for the student’s internship semester or to attend a national conference of a leisure services professional association. Selection criteria include academic achievement, professional promise, educational objectives, need for the scholarship and progress toward degree.
CARRIE JEANETTE ASHERLeonard T. Gath AwardHEALTH DEPARTMENTPresented annually to a senior health major based upon leadership and the humanitarian concern for the safety and well being of others so characteristic of Leonard Gath throughout his personal and professional life.
JAMIE S. POKERWINSKISpecial Education Childhood AwardFOUNDATIONS AND SOCIAL ADVOCACY DEPARTMENTAwarded to the student with an overall grade point average of �.� who has exemplified outstanding inclusive education practice while student teaching.
lINDSAy RuOCCOHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
AMANDA GAIl SEvEy Senior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
ASHlEy NICOlE SPIAKSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
MCKAy E. TuRNERAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
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BRIAN ANDREW ATKINSOutstanding Senior Student in Athletic TrainingExERCISE SCIENCE AND SPORT STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to an outstanding senior in the athletic training program who has performed with distinction to enhance his or her professional growth, to share knowledge, to improve skills and to develop attitudes and values necessary for the field of athletic training.
KAITlyN MARIE BOyESAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
ROBERT W. BRODDuSAlpha Kappa Phi/Agonian Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a qualified senior with a grade point average of �.0 or better who has contributed to the College community.
CHRISTINA BuERGINDr. J. Robert ‘58 and Maureen Johnson Professional Studies Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a junior student in the School of Professional Studies who has been enrolled at SUNY Cortland since freshman year with a grade point average of �.0 or better.
ASHlEy NICOlE CHAPPlE Past Presidents Scholarship: Francis J. Cheney ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
ANDREW PAul ARNOlD CHEvAlIEROutstanding Senior Student in KinesiologyExERCISE SCIENCE AND SPORT STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior student in kinesiology who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding scholarship and professional promise.
KATHERINE ElIzABETH ClANCyMarilou B. Wright ‘68 Memorial Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a female, non-traditional student with a grade point average of �.0 or better.
KATHlEEN ClARKJohn L. Sciera ‘52 Memorial Scholarship ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to a junior or second- or third-semester student in the athletic training program with a grade point average of �.0 or better.
JASON H. ClARKHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
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NICOlE MARIE CORCORANAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
ElIzABETH A. CREDIRoss L. Allen AwardHEALTH DEPARTMENTPresented annually to a senior health major who displays administrative leadership potential, academic excellence and the qualities of warmth sincerity and joie de vivre so characteristic of Ross Allen throughout his personal and professional life.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
MICHAEl FElICET. Fred Holloway AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior male athlete majoring in physical education for high skill achievement, promise of scholarship beyond the B.S.Ed. and high potential for leadership in teaching and coaching.
MICHAEl TEE FISHERThe Wall Street Journal Award ◊
ECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to a graduating senior in economics or business economics for outstanding academic achievement.
ROSE GRAHAMDorothy Arnsdorff AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior female physical education major for academic excellence and who demonstrates potential for professional development and leadership.
Chancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributions to the university community.
KEvIN MAyNARD GREENOuGHComposition Portfolio AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to the student who submitted the best portfolio in Academic Writing I or Academic Writing II.
JENNIFER ANN GROvESenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
BENJAMIN WIllIAM HAlEJay ‘66 and Bettie Yerka Award for Excellence in Recreation and Leisure Studies ◊
RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a recreation and leisure studies major to provide financial support for his or her education. Selection criteria include academic achievement, outstanding leadership abilities and high moral/ethical character.
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lISA D. HAlPINJudith Smith Keleman Senior Award ◊
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
DAvID H. HAMIlTONAndrew M. Banse AwardPERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior music minor with the highest grade point average above �.�.
Chancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributions to the university community.
Harlan “Gold” Metcalf Award ◊
RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior majoring in recreation and leisure studies who demonstrates scholarship, broad interests, integrity and dedication to serving people.
MARGERy ClAIRE HOlMANSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
AllISON HOuSEMANBessie L. Park 1901 AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to a female physical education major for outstanding efforts and contributions to the campus, community and the profession.
AlExANDER KHIlNANIChair’s Award for Academic ExcellenceECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to a graduating senior in the economics or business economics major for outstanding academic achievement.
ERIC HERMAN lAINE IIFrancis J. Moench ‘16 AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior male majoring in physical education having the highest grade point average while completing undergraduate work at SUNY Cortland.
JulIE ElAINE lEMMONOutstanding Senior Student in Kinesiology: Fitness DevelopmentExERCISE SCIENCE AND SPORT STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior student in kinesiology: fitness development who has demonstrated academic excellence, service in the field and professional promise.
KERRy ANN lINDENSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
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lINDSEy MARRANCAChancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributions to the university community.
Faculty Award for Academic AchievementECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to a graduating senior for academic excellence in business economics.
Outstanding Senior Student in Sport ManagementSPORT MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a qualified senior with a grade point average of �.0 or better who has contributed to the College community.
SETH l. NOvICKSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
GlENN ROBERT ODEBRAlSKIChancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributions to the university community.
NANCy lEE PARROTTHuman Service Studies Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementHUMAN SERVICE STUDIES
CASSANDRA PETERSPast Presidents Scholarship: Kenneth E. Young ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
TRACy RAzzANOSpeech Pathology and Audiology Professional Promise AwardSPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to a junior or senior who demonstrates academic and clinical excellence and exceptional interest in the profession of speech-language pathology and audiology.
SARA MARIE RICHARDSONCharles N. Poskanzer AwardHEALTH DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior health major who demonstrates a commitment to both community service and academic excellence and who possesses the caring nature, leadership skills and sense of humor exemplified by Charles Poskanzer throughout his �0-year career in the Health Department.
Senior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
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TIMOTHy S. RODRIGuEzAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
JAMES RuBASKathleen W. Green AwardSPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior who demonstrates dedication to the field of audiology.
MARK SCHAllERDr. J. Robert ‘58 and Maureen Johnson Professional Studies Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a junior student in the School of Professional Studies who has been enrolled at SUNY Cortland since freshman year with a grade point average of �.0 or better.
JOEllA CATHERINE SCHEPMOESGustave B. Timmel AwardHEALTH DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior health major based on academic excellence and possession of that unique combination of subtle wit, keen insight, genuine caring and helpfulness, qualities so characteristic of Gustave Timmel throughout his personal and professional life.
JESSICA lyNN WEBBAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
Past Presidents Scholarship: James M. Clark ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
NICOlE RAWlEIGH WElCHJohn “Jack” MacPhee AwardRECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior majoring in recreation and leisure studies who has displayed a high degree of intellectual competence and a high level of athletic achievement.
KEIRA EllEN WHITMOREJudith Smith Keleman Junior Award ◊
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to a junior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
SARAH WIGHTMANHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
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SCHOOl OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
JOSEPH WIllIAM AGOvINOThe Seth N. Asumah “Uhuru” AwardAFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented for outstanding achievement in Africana Studies. One student is recognized for outstanding work related to the continent of Africa, and one student is recognized for outstanding work in the area of African diaspora.
Award for Excellence in Understanding Multicultural and Gender IssuesMULTICULTURAL AND GENDER STUDIES PROGRAMPresented to students who demonstrate excellence in various areas of multicultural and gender issues.
Chancellor’s Award for Student ExcellenceSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKPresented by the State University of New York Chancellor to students who have best combined outstanding academic excellence with significant contributions to the university community.
ERIN ANDREWSHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
KElly WElCH ARMSTRONGAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
Junior Psychology Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the junior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
MATTHEW AuBlEOutstanding Achievement in Social PhilosophyPHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENTPresented to a student majoring in social philosophy who demonstrates excellent academic achievement.
JASON P. BARRETTAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to �0 scholarships are presented to students from the top �0 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
SCOTT P. BARTKOWIAKAward for Excellence in Understanding Multicultural and Gender IssuesMULTICULTURAL AND GENDER STUDIES PROGRAMPresented to students who demonstrate excellence in various areas of multicultural and gender issues.
MARy BIElAWSKIPeter Eisenhardt ‘67 Award for Excellence in World First! ◊
ALL-COLLEGEPresented to students who earned a grade point average of �.� or better in courses in the World First! learning community, made consistently positive contributions to the learning community experience and demonstrated integrity leadership and creativity.
JOy BOlTONMerck Award for Outstanding Student in Organic ChemistryCHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
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PHIlIP C. BOlTON JR.Rev. Edward J. O’Heron Award ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to academically promising English majors or adolescence education: English majors with preference given to juniors, seniors and graduate students who exemplify Rev. O’Heron’s commitment to others.
Past Presidents Scholarship: Donovan C. Moffett ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
James F. Casey ‘50 Scholarship ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to a student exhibiting leadership qualities and concern for the welfare of others who has been a residence hall staff member or hall council president for at least one semester.
ROSEWEll BuTTERWORTHPi Sigma Alpha Senior Award for Best PortfolioPOLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior political science major for the best portfolio of written work for their respective class..
CARMEN CACERESM. Eugene Bierbaum AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a student with a grade point average of �.0 or better and outstanding work in public communication.
SuSANNAH DAMARIS CARRIndividualized Degree Program AwardINDIVIDUALIZED DEGREE PROGRAMPresented to a student for outstanding achievement in the Individualized Degree Program.
DAREN J. CARROllPast Presidents Scholarship: James M. Hoose ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
WHITNEy CREAGERThe Psychology Research AwardPSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the psychology major who demonstrates excellence in research.
CAROlINE D’AGATISenior Psychology Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
JESSE DAuGHERTyMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
lAuREN DAvISDavid L. Pugh Award for Superior Achievement in Mathematics by a JuniorMATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
SCHOOl OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (CONTINuED)
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MARIA ElIzABETH DESISTODr. Norman B. Reynolds Memorial Award ◊
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENTRecognizes an outstanding senior biology major who has a good academic record and has shown exemplary personal development. Preference is given to a student who has completed an independent research project and who has been of service to other students during his/her undergraduate education.
KElly DICKERSONNon-Traditional Student Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the non-traditional senior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
NICOlE MARIE DOvIChemical Rubber Company (C.R.C.) Press Award for Outstanding Student in General ChemistryCHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
STEvEN DRAyMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
William Rogers Memorial Excellence in Political Science POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior political science major with the highest overall grade point average.
JESSIE EllISAcademic Achievement and Service AwardECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to a graduating senior in the economics or business economics major for academic achievement and service to the Economics Department.
EMIly FISHERAward for Outstanding Achievement in Law and Justice ◊
POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior political science major with a law and justice concentration and the highest overall grade point average.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
Pi Sigma Alpha Award for Best Paper POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENTPresented to the student who has submitted the best paper in political science.
JARED SCOTT FOROPeter Eisenhardt ‘67 Award for Excellence in Earth and Sky ◊
ALL-COLLEGEPresented to students who earned a grade point average of �.� or better in courses in the Earth and Sky learning community, made consistently positive contributions to the learning community experience and demonstrated integrity leadership and creativity.
ADRIANNE RENE FullERHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
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STEFANIE GAETAAcademic Excellence in EconomicsECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to a graduating senior in the economics major for outstanding academic achievement.
DIANA MARIE GAllAGHERTimothy Chung ‘76 Award for Excellence in American Literature ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to a junior or senior whose scholarship in American literature merits recognition.
lAuRA GREANEyHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
SIIRI KAMINEN GRuBBThomas O. Mwanika AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to a full-time junior or senior communication studies major with a grade point average of �.0 or better for academic excellence, outstanding research, leadership and character.
ABIGAIl SuSANNE HEMPFlINGLaura Horsman ‘90 Memorial Award ◊
COMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to the outstanding graduating senior in journalism.
SARA JEAN HOuSWORTHWalter Hanchett AwardHISTORY DEPARTMENTPresented to a senior history or adolescence education: social studies and history major with the highest overall grade point average.
AMANDA HuBBARDLeonard F. Ralston AwardHISTORY DEPARTMENTPresented to a junior history or adolescence education: social studies and history major with the highest overall grade point average.
REBECCA JENNISONGerald N. DiGiusto Senior Scholarship for Excellence in Studio Art ◊
ART AND ART HISTORY DEPARTMENT
KEllI JOHNSONWilliam H. Reynolds Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mathematics by a SeniorMATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
zACHARy JOHNSONRozanne M. Brooks Sociology Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementSOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the junior or senior sociology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
MEREDITH ANN KEyMElOutstanding Senior AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENTGiven to a graduating senior who has demonstrated academic excellence, integrity and service to the department.
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SAvANNA JO KuCERAKHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
Del Ivan Janik Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Shakespeare Studies ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to the graduating senior with the most outstanding accomplishments in the study of William Shakespeare’s work.
Marion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
PATRICIA CATHERINE lACEyHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
NADINE M. lOuGEAward for Excellence in FrenchINTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT
Senior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
CRySTAl lyONGerald N. DiGiusto Award for Excellence in Studio ArtART AND ART HISTORY DEPARTMENT
AMANDA R. MARSHAllVan Akin Burd Prize ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to an outstanding freshman, sophomore or junior English major.
JOAN DOuWES MARTINSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
ADAM J. MATHEWSComputer Applications Academic Achievement AwardCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS PROGRAMAwarded to the senior computer applications minor with the highest overall grade point average who has achieved at least a �.0 grade point average in computer applications courses.
Olive C. Fish AwardGEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENTPresented to the outstanding student in the geography program.
DAvID A. MCCARTTAldo Leopold AwardBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENTPresented to the junior or senior preparing for a career in environmental science or environmental education who best exemplifies the conservation philosophy of Aldo Leopold: scientific competence coupled with a strong commitment to the preservation of natural ecosystems.
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AMANDA MCKENNEyRobert Rhodes ‘53 Award ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior English major with the highest grade point average in English studies.
Marion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
ElIzABETH MIlANAHarriet Bentley Junior Memorial AwardALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to a junior member of the Nu Sigma Chi Sorority. The award is based on substantial contributions to the sorority, the College and the community.
CHRISTINE MARIE MuRPHyAward for Excellence in SpanishINTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT
PAul J. MuRRAyAll-College Excellence in Writing AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to one student who has an overall grade point average of �.0 or better and submits the winning paper in the SUNY Cortland Writing Contest.
ANTHONy JARED NElSONPsychology Academic Excellence AwardPSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior psychology major who has the highest overall grade point average.
Irmgard Mechlenburg Taylor Award ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to the student with the highest grade point average in the School of Arts and Sciences who is a Phi Kappa Phi member.
ANITA CHRISTINE PEñA Charles T. Griffes Award ◊
PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENTPresented to the student who demonstrates musical talent and academic achievement.
JEFFREy PERREAulTSidney R. Waldron Award for Academic Excellence INTERNATIONAL STUDIES PROGRAMPresented to a single student with the highest, or near the highest, grade point average and who has shown overall excellence in their academic career.
REBECCA ElIzABETH QuIvEyAnn C. Allen Memorial AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to the outstanding graduating senior in mass communication.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
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KAITlIN ElIzABETH RAMSBOTHAMPeter Eisenhardt ‘67 Award for Excellence in Tech First! ◊
ALL-COLLEGEPresented to students who earned a grade point average of �.� or better in courses in the Tech First! learning community, made consistently positive contributions to the learning community experience and demonstrated integrity leadership and creativity.
STEPHANIE lOuISE REyNOlDSMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
CHAD REzSNyAKArden P. Zipp Prize in Inorganic Chemistry ◊
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENTPresented to the student who has achieved the highest grade in inorganic chemistry or who has demonstrated superior knowledge in inorganic chemistry through his or her research work.
KENNETH ROBERTSAward for Outstanding Achievement in CriminologySOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to the junior or senior criminology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
EMIly SCHMIDTPeter Eisenhardt ‘67 Award for Excellence in Our Storied Land ◊
ALL-COLLEGEPresented to students who earned a grade point average of �.� or better in courses in the Our Storied Land learning community, made consistently positive contributions to the learning community experience and demonstrated integrity leadership and creativity.
JENNIFER SCHMOHEThe Fred Hanga Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence in Business Economics ◊
ECONOMICS DEPARTMENTPresented to the graduating senior with the highest grade point average in business economics.
NICOlE SCIASCIAAdams-Hill Theatre Award ◊ PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENTPresented to the outstanding theatre student for high academic achievement in combination with theatre artistry.
MOMODOu S. SEyAward for Excellence in Understanding Multicultural and Gender IssuesMULTICULTURAL AND GENDER STUDIES PROGRAMPresented to students who demonstrate excellence in various areas of multicultural and gender issues.
ADRIEl JONAH SHEAW. Maxwell Hawkins Award ◊
GEOLOGY DEPARTMENTFor outstanding academic achievement by a senior geology major.
vANESSA SHulTESAward for Outstanding Achievement in Public Policy and Public AdministrationPOLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENTPresented to the senior political science major with a public policy and public administration concentration and the highest overall grade point average.
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AMANDA SMITHMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
Van Akin Burd Scholarship in English ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented annually to a junior, senior or graduate English major.
MARC AARON STEvENSSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
JIllIAN TABONEMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
BOBBy TAylORW. Graham Heaslip Award ◊
GEOLOGY DEPARTMENTFor outstanding academic achievement by a junior geology major.
STACI BETH TEDROWMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISH DEPARTMENTPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit and financial need.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
MATTHEW vITAlEPast Presidents Scholarship: Richard C. Jones ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
KEvIN WEBERHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
KylE RICHARD WECKESSERSenior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
Top Graduating Senior in ChemistryCHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
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NICHOlAS WEEKESHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed �� credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of �.� or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and �0 hours of service.
CHRISTINE RENEE WHEATAnthropology Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementSOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENTPresented to a junior or senior anthropology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
Senior Academic Achievement Award ◊
ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPresented to the top five seniors in the School of Arts and Sciences, the top five seniors in the School of Education and the top five seniors in the School of Professional Studies pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cortland.
KRISTIN A. WHITEPast Presidents Scholarship: Judson H. Taylor ◊ CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of �.� or better who have contributed to the College community.
CASSANDRA WHITlOCKD. Jo Schaffer Scholarship for Excellence in Art HistoryART AND ART HISTORY DEPARTMENT
STEPHEN MATTHEW WIllIAMSThe James McKee Memorial AwardAFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES DEPARTMENTPresented to the outstanding student with the highest grade point average in African American studies.
SABRINA J. WOODRuFFThe Outstanding Senior Physics Major Award PHYSICS DEPARTMENTPresented to an outstanding senior physics major.
RESIDENCE HAll AWARD
AlGER HAllDonald Parish Brooks Scholarship Award ALL-COLLEGEPresented to the residence hall having the highest cumulative average.
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