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HonorsConvocation
2009
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PreludeSelections of music composed by George Gershwin.Dr. Stephen B. Wilson Professor,PerformingArts(Music)
Processional“March in A-flat major” by G. Gundersen
Opening StatementDr. Barry Batzing Professor,BiologicalSciences
National AnthemKara Howard ’10 MusicalTheatre
Recognition of Top Five Percent StudentsFanfares composed and performed by Dr. Wilson
Dr. Erik J. Bitterbaum President
WelcomeDr. Bitterbaum
Convocation AddressDr. Joy Hendrick Professor,Kinesiology
Department and Institutional Scholarships and Awards
Dr. Gerald Porter Dean,SchoolofEducation
Dr. John Cottone InterimDean,SchoolofProfessionalStudies
Dr. R. Bruce Mattingly InterimDean,SchoolofArtsandSciences
Closing RemarksDr. Mark J. Prus ProvostandVicePresident,AcademicAffairs
Alma MaterRebecca Rozzoni ’10 MusicalTheatre
Recessional“Lobgesang” (Song of Praise) by Ludwig van Beethoven
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 18, 2009 Park Center Alumni Arena
ProgramAlma MaterBy lofty elm trees shaded round,
Tioughnioga near,
Our grand old Cortland College stands,
To all of us how dear!
We’ll sing to thee, dear Alma Mater,
Of love that shall never die,
We’ll strive for thy glory eternal,
Keep thy stainless honor high.
Inspiring each son and each daughter
The noblest aims to try,
All thy fame and thy spirit,
Thy might are ours
As the swift years hurry by.
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Platform Party
Dr. Erik J. Bitterbaum President
Dr. Mark J. Prus ProvostandVicePresident,AcademicAffairs
Dr. Virginia B. Levine ExecutiveAssistanttothePresident
Dr. Gerald Porter Dean,SchoolofEducation
Dr. John Cottone InterimDean,SchoolofProfessionalStudies
Dr. R. Bruce Mattingly InterimDean,SchoolofArtsandSciences
Dr. Joy Hendrick Professor,Kinesiology
Keyboardist
Dr. Stephen B. Wilson Professor,PerformingArts(Music)
Mace Bearer
Dr. Barry Batzing Professor,BiologicalSciences
Gonfaloniers
All-CollegeDr. Craig Little DistinguishedServiceProfessor,Sociology/Anthropology
Arts And sCienCesDr. Sharon Steadman AssociateProfessor,Sociology/Anthropology Coordinator,InternationalStudiesProgram
eduCAtionDr. Elizabeth Klein AssociateProfessor, Childhood/EarlyChildhoodEducation
ProfessionAl studiesDr. Kathleen Howarth Professor,PhysicalEducation
Marshals
Dr. David Barclay AssociateProfessor,Geology
Mr. Peter Han AssistantProfessor,SportManagement
Dr. Susan Rayl AssociateProfessor,Kinesiology
Dr. Susan Stratton AssistantProfessor, Childhood/EarlyChildhoodEducation
Readers
Dr. Kathleen Lawrence AssociateProfessor,CommunicationStudies
Dr. Arnold Talentino Coordinator,SUNYCortlandHonorsProgram ProfessorEmeritus,English
College Representatives The Top Five Percent
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.
GiftsMembers of the top five percent of each class receive a gift from the College to acknowledge their outstanding academic achievement. Freshmen receive a commemorative lapel pin; sophomores receive a leather key fob; juniors receive a leather padfolio; and seniors receive a rosewood pen set. The Cortland College Foundation and the President’s Office generously provided funds for these gifts.
Symbols* 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 has been chosen as a member of Tau Sigma, the national honor society for transfer students.
> This symbol after a name indicates that the student has been chosen as a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda, a national honor society for undergraduate students age 24 and older.
^ This symbol after a name indicates that the student is a participant in the SUNY Cortland Honors Program.
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taylor John WeigandAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
eva gauthier #English
Joy Marie Hines >Physics
theresa Catherine ricklefs >CommunicationStudies
Bart Matthew White #PhysicalEducation
rhonda elizabeth gall Campbell >EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Kimberly A. Meyn #AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Vanessa l. WolfInclusiveSpecialEducation
stacia J. derdzinskiAdolescenceEducation:English
Kristin A. White +Psychology
sabrina M. Conway #ChildhoodEducationandHistory
erin d. desalvoAdolescenceEducation:SpanishandInternationalStudies
laura rose dohenyBiology
Brittany leigh HartmannChildhoodEducation
Jeromy scott snyder #AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Melissa sue grayPsychology
derrick Anthony Hartnett +SportManagementandBusinessEconomics
timothy lloyd + #AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Michael John Mistretta #AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Brian Keith Monica + # >EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
John Joseph PotrikusChildhoodEducation
Christopher grady donohueMathematics
Ashley Christina JonesPoliticalScienceandCommunicationStudies
Michelle dorothy santoro *PoliticalScienceandCriminology
Christina Marie CheriChildhoodEducation
Seniors90 or more credit hours completed. Cumulative averages range from 4.25 to 3.85
Karen CorsonSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
toby lynn ClarkEarlyChildhoodEducation
Melissa Beth squiers >EnglishasaSecondLanguage
Jessica lynn Boehme #CommunicationStudies
Kerry Ann linden >SpeechandHearingScience
Keira ellen Whitmore + #SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
nicole Marie dovi + ^Kinesiology
Krista leigh Merry >SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Alexandra Amelia Baldwin >AdolescenceEducation:Spanish
Amanda Marlene HowardBiology
nicholas Mackenzie Mangan #PhysicalEducation
Adam Zebulun Berenstain + # >ProfessionalWriting
Jennifer ondrako #InclusiveSpecialEducation
daniel Joseph Pitcher #PsychologyandKinesiology
Michelle romayne Housworth + ^English,InternationalStudiesandSpanish
Christopher William lantryCommunicationStudies
robert William Castle # >ChildhoodEducation
leila farley #AdolescenceEducation:French
Helen Margaret WinchellKinesiology
Jennifer Marguerite Cobb # >Kinesiology
Krysten irene Hoversen * +SportManagementandBusinessEconomics
elaine Marie o’donnellEarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Heather Marie springer #AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Matthew ryan HaierPhysicalEducation
Julia rose Mastro #HealthEducation
Cara Alexandria Putman + #EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
John riordan stulbBiomedicalSciences
Jessica Marie Willson #PhysicalEducation
Jeanne Ann Jensch # >EnglishasaSecondLanguage
Kara l. PerkinsPhysicalEducation
rachel elaine Alexander #ChildhoodEducation
sherry lynn Hicks * >ChildhoodEducation
Jeanna dippelBiologyandKinesiology
Patricia Anne owens # >AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Christina rose tropiano *Biology
Melissa Ann AmatoChildhoodEducation
Caitlin Cowling goodwin >AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
theresa K. Pellecchia * +ChildhoodEducation
Brynley A. shephard #PhysicalEducation
Katharine shumaker >BusinessEconomics
taryn l. donovan * + ^SportManagementandSpanish
troy Joseph Killian # >AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Chea francesca snyder >SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
timothy John doohan +SportManagementandCommunicationStudies
Ashley M. ferber #EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Ashley Barbara Hudson * +ChildhoodEducation
Janeen Jesse Hulbert *Kinesiology:FitnessDevelopment
Janel M. Kierecki * +InclusiveSpecialEducation
Amy Cherie linnenPhysicalEducation
Ashley n. naklick + #AthleticTraining
Katelyn Mary omans * +EnglishasaSecondLanguageandSpanish
evan Michael rothstein * ^SportManagement
ilona Maria szotyori *PhysicalEducationandKinesiology
The Top Five Percent
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sean Matthew Cully +PhysicalEducation
Amanda Marie gomez #HealthEducation
lisa Marie Hlebica #ChildhoodEducation
Anna M. Mcnamara * +HealthEducation
tracy Jennifer roach #ProfessionalWriting
Angela elaine silverstein #ChildhoodEducation
gary Michael towner >OutdoorRecreation
Jason richard Willms #AdolescenceEducation:French
Juniors56.5 to 89.5 credit hours completed. Cumulative averages range from 4.20 to 3.82
Beth Ann Madden #ChildhoodEducation
Bryan Patrick Holland #AdolescenceEducation:Spanish
Josiah James Cimino #BusinessEconomics
Joseph Michael Piliero #Sociology
rebecca faith Bentley #Sociology
Cari leigh scoppa #EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
emily M. spullerPhysicalEducation
Kathleen rose livermore #AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Mark Joseph Mcdonald #Kinesiology
Michael James HoughtonBiomedicalSciences
Morgan nicole Moore #Kinesiology
Peter Alan Knutsen #PoliticalScienceandHistory
nathanial Jarad fisher * ^SportManagement
Jennifer Ann nicks *ChildhoodEducation
Jennifer rea >ChildhoodEducation
erica M. sanderson * +CommunicationStudies
Jessica lynne thompsonSportManagement
nicole Marie Corcoran *PhysicalEducation
Morgan frances emrich #AdolescenceEducation:Biology
nienna grace Hempstead #EnglishasaSecondLanguage
satoshi KinoshitaBusinessEconomics
Mary elizabeth VincentEarlyChildhoodEducation
stacey lee Zimmerman *ChildhoodEducation
Meloney daileyCriminology
emily Anne genovese * ^SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Holly Marie leary >EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Zachary david nizolek + #SportManagement
lauren tama friedlander * + ^PhysicalEducation
Kathleen Ann geoghegan * + ^AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Andrew J. Hamilton +English,CommunicationStudiesandSpanish
Katherine Mary Herlihy + #ChildhoodEducation
Jessica dawn Mirabito + #ChildhoodEducation
thomas Vincent nenos + # PhysicalEducation
Andrea lynn oddoChildhoodEducation
Marina Carlstein >NewMediaDesign
Jacquelyn lea Corbett #AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Blythe erin McPletl + # >AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Michael John Polizzi #SportManagement
lori Marie samianiSportManagement
darlene Virginia scouten >AdolescenceEducation:English
Matthew Vitale +GeographicInformationSystemsandGeology
Alexis lyn Abdo #PhysicalEducation
Holly K. Bakker #PhysicalEducation
Joann M. Crosier *EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Allie Knitter #AdolescenceEducation:Biology
Kevin t. stimson *Biology
Jason Michael newtonGeology
Patricia lynne Plummer >English
Heather Marie AyresEarlyChildhoodEducation
Charlene suzanne Briguglio >ChildhoodEducation
david r. Byron >EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Jenielle elizabeth Metz #HealthScience
thomas edward straubPhysicalEducation
Cassandra Mayosky *AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
sarrah Christine KubinecGeography
Jennifer lynn salisbury #EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Caitlin Cassidy degroatInclusiveSpecialEducation
Heather Ashley Hankinson * ^SpeechandHearingScienceandSpanish
Melissa d. Jones #ChildhoodEducation
Ho Woon leeInternationalStudies
nicole richardson * ^EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducationandSpanish
stacey Penczak *SportManagement
Brittany Anne trowbridge #ChildhoodEducation
lindsay taylor doris *ChildhoodEducation
david C. Bitterbaum *Pre-Major
Margaret dorothy Place *PoliticalScience
The Top Five Percent
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Hannah rebecca langbart #Biology
Alison M. Cleary *AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Hilary frances davis #HealthEducation
Marisa Ann Burkett *PoliticalScience
Michael Vincent schoeneberger ii *PoliticalScienceandSportManagement
dawn Marie BattistaEarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
stephanie n. grube Biology
timothy Brooks HarrounPhysicalEducation
scott edward neriAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Matthew fusaroPhysicalEducation
Kristen Marie Massaro #PhysicalEducation
Helen louisa neuhardChildhoodEducation
Alanna Cooney *PhysicalEducation
Sophomores26 to 56 credit hours completed.Cumulative averages range from 4.24 to 3.75
Jolene-Mychal Ann eatonAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
laura PlattBiology
Cara deana shulman ^Recreation
Allison Margaret Brown ^PhysicalEducation
Kerrie iris findlayAdolescenceEducation:FrenchandSpanish
Michael david totaPre-Major
Hannah rose spornKinesiology
Ali Can duranEconomics
thomas Michael Malikowski ^BiomedicalSciences
tory irene WoodenSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
sara elizabeth gleisle #HealthEducation
Katelin Bethany double ^InclusiveSpecialEducation
Christa Mae Carsten #AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
stephanie rae Hartley #ChildhoodEducation
richelle ruth lawrence #EarlyChildhoodEducation
Peter gerard sweeney * ^SportManagement
Melanie tietjen *ChildhoodEducation
Chandree leigh Van VrankenBusinessEconomics
sarah eileen sydoriw #EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
erica frerking * ^InternationalStudiesandEconomics
Kayla Ann Hauck *InclusiveSpecialEducation
Colin Patrick utz-Meagher *Kinesiology
tara Marie Ward *Psychology
stephanie A. Battista *ChildhoodEducation
Ashley lynne Andrews #AdolescenceEducation:English
erin elizabeth garvey ^ChildhoodEducationandMathematics
Katelynn Marie Hoag * ^ChildhoodEducationandEnglish
sean Michael nolan *AdolescenceEducation:PhysicsandMathematics
stephanie squires Worden * ^CommunicationStudies
Christina lynn strain *InclusiveSpecialEducation
rachel elaine ditch #AdolescenceEducation:English
Brenden engOutdoorRecreation
Ashley Marie feyler #PhysicalEducation
Andrea lorraine forward * ^PoliticalScience
stephanie Anne Masell #SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
rachel Anne donaldson *InclusiveSpecialEducation
Jennifer lynn garcias >EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Kaitlyn elizabeth HelmEarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Alyssa Maria Cooper * ^EarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
Kara doughertyAdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Carrie lynn MallisonHealthScience
Christopher Kevin dalyBusinessEconomics
Alison nicole HoughtalingPhysicalEducation
James nolanChildhoodEducation
William Jason talbot #GeographicInformationSystems
Jeremiah Jonathan BestEarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
tanya Marie Brucie #Psychology
rachel elizabeth drayer *HealthEducation
Caitlin dawn lawrence #HealthEducation
Cody ole norris McCoachPhysicalEducation
shannon Marie PotaczalaAdolescenceEducation:Biology
Alyssa leigh Van Patten AthleticTraining
Alyssa eileen tretterChildhoodEducation
rebecca lynn schnirelPre-Major
danielle nicole singerPoliticalScience
rebecca leigh talbotBusinessEconomics
Alicia Marie CrawfordPre-Major
lisa Marie HoffmannPhysicalEducation
Karyn rebecca schutzer ^PhysicalEducation
sara Beth Wynne ^Kinesiology
Jacqueline Marie deluiseAthleticTraining
grace Amelia McgeochMusicalTheatre
Brianna Alberta Byrne ^ChildhoodEducation
nicole Chodkowski * ^Biology
Kirby Meredith edick #HealthScience
elizabeth Ann KellerPre-Major
Kathleen elizabeth raedyCriminologyandPoliticalScience
The Top Five Percent
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Matthew steven delgaudioMusicalTheatre
richard thomas geistSportManagement
Mackenzie lockett goerg ^ChildhoodEducation
stephanie ireanna VitaleChildhoodEducation
Carolyn Marie furlongAdolescenceEducation:EarthScience
Jenna Marie evartsChildhoodEducation
Marjorie elizabeth PulverBiology
John H. Aborn #Art
thomas Karlton CastleSportManagement
sarah elizabeth steeleSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Meghan lynne Bathke *ChildhoodEducation
Meghan rose BrunswickBiomedicalSciences
stacey Marie ulrichSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Ashley Marie AmodioSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Alicia Marie dottPhysicalEducation
steven Michael simmonsOutdoorRecreation
timothy BlaiseEarlyChildhood/ChildhoodEducation
John richard geyer *AdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Kelly erin groganSportManagement
Kelly C. McMannPre-Major
Jessica Ashlyn Mohr ^AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
emily grace riordanInternationalStudies
greta rose tomaschkeChildhoodEducation
lauren frances daley *BusinessEconomics
Jesse Wayne HartleyAthleticTraining
James george richburgKinesiology
Michelle Anne WitkowskiAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
francis HoareSportManagement
ulyana Andreyevna KostivAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Michelle VolpiniPre-Major
Freshmen12 to 25.5 credit hours completed.Cumulative averages range from 4.22 to 3.75
samantha Kimberly slavin ^CommunicationStudies
erika Bailey ^PhysicalEducation
tori rose smithPre-Major
Chelsea radke leonPre-Major
Margaret Catherine MurphyAdolescenceEducation:Physics
Victoria elizabeth drakePre-Major
Brendan James ross ^CommunicationStudies
Victoria faye d’AmbrosiaPre-Major
Michelle Marie nashPhysicalEducation
Jill theresa rathSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Brittany leigh tillchock ^AdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
lindsay nicole WilsonAdolescenceEducation:Physics
Jennifer lynn ArcuriSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Korrie Ann olszewskiCommunicationStudies
gillian linda garziaPhysicalEducation
dennis raymond BergevinCriminology
nicole renee CohenSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Marc edward favroHistory
timothy Michael MabbettPre-Major
Katie florence reedPsychology
Jessica Priscilla greicoAdolescenceEducation:Mathematics
Julia lynne KarpinskiRecreation
Kimberly elizabeth PatriciaHealthEducation
Michael King McnultyAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Meghan rae olsowski ^English
Cassandra Marie szewczuk ^ChildhoodEducation
The Top Five Percent
Meghan Johanna BabiarzSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
danielle eleanor Melchione ^ChildhoodEducation
Mark Jeffrey ModleskiEnglish
Jamaal Allen stevensBusinessEconomics
Carlee Brianne Hoyt ^PhysicalEducation
lisa erin lewandowskiPhysicalEducation
Monica louise Bell SpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Michael Hank CluenPre-Major
stacey lynn McelroyPre-Major
Kelly Anne ChapmanChemistry
Kelsey M. CornellAthleticTraining
Chelsea A. HallPre-Major
lauren Miriam granat ^Psychology
leah A. KadlecikSpeechandHearingScience
neal richard nelsonAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
nicole elizabeth PrinziSpeechandLanguageDisabilities
Brittany lee roodAdolescenceEducation:English
theresa ArmeniaAdolescenceEducation:SocialStudies
Jessica Aubrey JohnsonChildhoodEducation
Jennifer laMaidaPhysicalEducation
Jamie Marie PiperatoPhysicalEducation
Jared eilon CardozaChemistry
Zachary louis KigginsPhysicalEducation
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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 3.0 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 1-6)Early Childhood/Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 6)Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2)Inclusive Special Education
School of Professional Studies
Athletic TrainingHealth Education Health ScienceHuman Service StudiesKinesiologyKinesiology: Fitness DevelopmentOutdoor RecreationPhysical EducationRecreationRecreation ManagementSpeech and Hearing ScienceSpeech and Language DisabilitiesSport ManagementTherapeutic Recreation
Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) • Biology • Chemistry • Earth Science • English • French • French and Spanish • Mathematics • Mathematics and Physics • Physics • Social Studies • SpanishAfrican American StudiesAnthropologyArtArt StudioBiologyBiomedical SciencesBusiness EconomicsChemistryCommunication StudiesConservation BiologyCriminologyEconomicsEngineering (3+2)
School of Arts and Sciences
EnglishEnglish as a Second LanguageFrenchGeographic Information Systems (G.I.S.)GeographyGeologyHistoryIndividualized Degree ProgramInternational StudiesMathematicsMusical TheatreNew Communication MediaNew Media DesignPhysicsPolitical ScienceProfessional WritingPsychologySocial PhilosophySociologySpanish
Scholarships and Awards
Onlythenamesofstudentsattendingtoday’sceremonywillberead.
School oF EducAtion
EILEEN BENNETTHarriet 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.
SHANNON BRESLINAndrew M. Banse AwardPERFORMING ARTSPresented to the senior music minor with the highest grade point average above 3.0.
ROBERT WILLIAM CASTLESenior 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.
TOBY LYNN CLARKSenior 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.
SHERRY LYNN HICKSSenior 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.
JANEL M. KIERECKIChancellor’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.
ALEESA KINGInclusive Special Education AwardFOUNDATIONS AND SOCIAL ADVOCACYAwarded to the senior with an overall minimum grade point average of 3.5 who has exemplified outstanding inclusive education practice.
BRIAN KEITH MONICASenior Award for Academic ExcellenceCHILDHOOD/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONPresented to an outstanding senior who has a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and who has demonstrated excellence in field experiences.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
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ELAINE MARIE O’DONNELLKendra Nelson Memorial AwardGEOGRAPHYPresented 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.
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.
JENNIFER ONDRAKOSenior 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.
JENNIFER LYNN SALISBURYAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to 10 scholarships are presented to students from the top 10 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
School oF EducAtion (continuEd)
Scholarships and Awards
School oF PRoFESSionAl StudiES
JACKLIN BAILEYKatherine Allen Whitaker AwardHEALTHPresented 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.
KATE BARTHOLOMEWDr. 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 3.0 or better.
NICHOLAS GERARD BOFFOLIHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ELIZABETH BOZERoss L. Allen AwardHEALTHPresented 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.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
Cortland’s Urban Recruitment of Education (C.U.R.E.) AwardFOUNDATIONS AND SOCIAL ADVOCACYAwarded to the senior with the highest grade point average who has demonstrated best practices in urban education.
JENNIFER MARGUERITE COBBSenior 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.
STEVEN COLWELLPast Presidents Scholarship: James M. Hoose ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
KAREN CORSONSenior 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.
SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
DAVID BURNETTEJay ’66 and Bettie Lee Yerka Scholarship for Excellence in Recreation and Leisure Studies ◊
RECREATION, PARKS AND LEISURE STUDIESPresented to a non-traditional continuing student majoring in therapeutic recreation to provide financial support for his or her education. Selection criteria include academic achievement, outstanding leadership abilities and high moral/ethical character.
LOUIS BUSHHuman Service Studies Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementHUMAN SERVICE STUDIES
NICOLE A. CATALANOHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ASHLEY NICOLE CHAPPLEBessie L. Park 1901 AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATIONPresented to a female physical education major for outstanding efforts and contributions to the campus, community and the profession.
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.
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School oF PRoFESSionAl StudiES (continuEd)
Scholarships and Awards
SEAN MATTHEW CULLYComputer 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 4.0 grade point average in computer applications courses.
Francis J. Moench ’16 AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATIONPresented to a senior male majoring in physical education having the highest grade point average while completing undergraduate work at SUNY Cortland.
KRISTIN E. DISANTOJudith Smith Kelemen Memorial Scholarship - Junior Award ◊
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGYPresented to a junior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
TARYN L. DONOVANHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
Outstanding Senior Student in Sport ManagementSPORT MANAGEMENTPresented to an outstanding senior in sport management who has a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and who has demonstrated both leadership skills and excellence in program-related activities and events.
NICOLE MARIE DOVIHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
Outstanding Senior Student in KinesiologyKINESIOLOGYPresented to the senior student in kinesiology who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding scholarship and professional promise.
AMANDA MARGARET EISENBACHHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
KATIE FINCHDr. 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 3.0 or better.
RYAN M. FISHHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
LAUREN TAMA FRIEDLANDERBessie L. Park 1901 AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATIONPresented to a female physical education major for outstanding efforts and contributions to the campus, community and the profession.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
EMILY ANNE GENOVESEHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
KAITLYN HILESpeech Pathology and Audiology Professional Promise AwardSPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGYPresented to a junior or senior who demonstrates academic and clinical excellence and exceptional interest in the profession of speech-language pathology and audiology.
CAITLIN MARIE HOFFMANHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
KRYSTEN IRENE HOVERSENSenior 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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JANEEN JESSE HULBERTOutstanding Senior Student in Kinesiology: Fitness DevelopmentKINESIOLOGYPresented to the senior student in kinesiology: fitness development who has demonstrated academic excellence, service in the field and professional promise.
JENNA LYNNE JAMIESONCharles N. Poskanzer AwardHEALTHPresented 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 40-year career in the Health Department.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
KASEY A. KROLHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
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NICHOLAS MACKENZIE MANGANSenior 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.
MATTHEW MARTINDALEPast Presidents Scholarship: Donnal Vore Smith ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
JULIA ROSE MASTROLeonard T. Gath AwardHEALTHPresented 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.
MELANIE M. MCCORMICKHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
REBECCA LEIGH MCKENNEYPast Presidents Scholarship: Kenneth E. Young ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
KRISTA LEIGH MERRYAll-College Excellence in Writing AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to one student who has an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better and submits the winning paper in the SUNY Cortland Writing Contest.
Judith Smith Kelemen Memorial Scholarship - Senior Award ◊
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGYPresented to a senior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
ALYSON MORGANSKathleen W. Green AwardSPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGYPresented to a senior who demonstrates dedication to the field of audiology.
NAOKO NAGASAKIJohn A. MacPhee Scholarship ◊
RECREATION, PARKS AND LEISURE STUDIESPresented to a recreation, parks and leisure studies student to provide financial support for his or her internship semester or to attend a national conference of a leisure services professional association. Selection criteria include academic achievement.
JAMES NALLYGustave B. Timmel AwardHEALTHPresented 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.
JENNIFER EMMA NASTRIHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
TIMOTHY RODRIGUEZChancellor’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.
EVAN MICHAEL ROTHSTEINHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
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DANIELLE SCHIANOOutstanding Senior Student in Athletic TrainingKINESIOLOGYPresented 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.
ILONA MARIA SZOTYORIDorothy Arnsdorff AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATIONPresented to a senior female physical education major for academic excellence and who demonstrates potential for professional development and leadership.
SANTINO ROCCO THOMASPast Presidents Scholarship: Richard C. Jones ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
CALEB VANSICKLEJohn “Jack” MacPhee AwardRECREATION, PARKS AND LEISURE STUDIESPresented to a senior recreation, parks and leisure studies student who has displayed a high degree of intellectual competence and a high level of athletic achievement.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
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ASHLEY LYNNE ANDREWSVan Akin Burd Prize ◊
ENGLISHPresented to an outstanding freshman, sophomore or junior English major.
SCOTT BARANELLOTimothy Chung ’76 Award for Excellence in American Literature ◊
ENGLISHPresented to a junior or senior whose scholarship in American literature merits recognition.
KIMBERLY C. BARBOURThe Seth N. Asumah “Uhuru” AwardAFRICANA STUDIESPresented 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.
REBECCA FAITH BENTLEYAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to 10 scholarships are presented to students from the top 10 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
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ALYSSA LEIGH VAN PATTEN John 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 3.0 or better.
MONICA VATALAROHarlan “Gold” Metcalf Award ◊
RECREATION, PARKS AND LEISURE STUDIESPresented to a senior recreation, parks and leisure studies student who demonstrates scholarship, broad interests, integrity and dedication to serving people.
John A. MacPhee Scholarship ◊
RECREATION, PARKS AND LEISURE STUDIESPresented to a recreation, parks and leisure studies student to provide financial support for his or her internship semester or to attend a national conference of a leisure services professional association. Selection criteria include academic achievement.
KYLIN R. VOGELHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
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HELEN MARGARET WINCHELLSenior 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.
JAKE ZANETTIT. Fred Holloway AwardPHYSICAL EDUCATIONPresented 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.
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KAITLIN A. BROWNHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
MARISA ANN BURKETTAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to 10 scholarships are presented to students from the top 10 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
MARINA CARLSTEINGerald N. DiGiusto Award for Excellence in Studio ArtART AND ART HISTORY
ANNE L. CEGLAHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
JENNIFER CHECCOAnn C. Allen Memorial AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIESPresented to the outstanding graduating senior in mass communication.
NICOLE CHODKOWSKIPast Presidents Scholarship: Donovan C. Moffett ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
ALISON M. CLEARYLeonard F. Ralston AwardHISTORYPresented to a junior history or adolescence education: social studies and history major with the highest overall grade point average.
JACQUELYN LEA CORBETTPast Presidents Scholarship: Francis J. Cheney ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
TREVOR CURRYPast Presidents Scholarship: Harry DeWitt DeGroat ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
DANIEL D’ARRIGOAcademic Achievement and Service AwardECONOMICSPresented to a graduating senior in the economics or business economics major for academic achievement and service to the Economics Department.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
KELSEY DELMOTTEHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ERIN D. DESALVOAward for Excellence in SpanishINTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE
ZACHARY DEVILLENIUVEThe James McKee Memorial AwardAFRICANA STUDIESPresented to the outstanding student with the highest grade point average in Africana studies.
CHERYL DIROMAFaculty Award for Academic AchievementECONOMICSPresented to a graduating senior for academic excellence in business economics.
CARRIE EATONNon-Traditional Student Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGYPresented to the non-traditional senior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
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ADAM ZEBULUN BERENSTAINSenior 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.
TANISHA BILLYPhi Beta Delta International Honor Society AwardJAMES M. CLARK CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONPresented to a senior member of Phi Beta Delta with a grade point average of 3.4 or better.
JESSICA LYNN BOEHMEM. Eugene Bierbaum AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIESPresented to a student with a grade point average of 3.0 or better and who has done outstanding work in public communication.
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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KAYLA EVANSThe Rev. Edward J. O’Heron Award ◊
ENGLISHPresented to academically promising English majors or adolescence education: English majors, with preference given to juniors, seniors and graduate students who exemplify the Rev. O’Heron’s commitment to others.
LEILA FARLEYAward for Excellence in FrenchINTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE
LAURA MARIE FELPOHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ERICA FRERKINGAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to 10 scholarships are presented to students from the top 10 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
Honors Program Achievement AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to two Honors Program students who have a grade point average of 3.75 or better, an exceptional record of community services and commitment to values of the College.
ROBERT GADENArden P. Zipp Prize in Inorganic Chemistry ◊
CHEMISTRYPresented 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.
Top Graduating Senior in ChemistryCHEMISTRY
MARTIN D. GALLEYWilliam Joseph Phelps ’69 AwardPHYSICSAwarded to an outstanding senior science major who plans to attend graduate school.
KATHLEEN ANN GEOGHEGANWalter Hanchett AwardHISTORYPresented to a senior history or adolescence education: social studies and history major with the highest overall grade point average.
GENA GERSTNERDr. Norman B. Reynolds Memorial Award ◊
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCESRecognizes 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 or her undergraduate education.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
KATHRYN GRACE GREENEThe Seth N. Asumah “Uhuru” AwardAFRICANA STUDIESPresented 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.
ANDREW J. HAMILTONMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
Robert Rhodes ’53 Award ◊
ENGLISHPresented to the senior English major with the highest grade point average in English studies.
JOY MARIE HINESThe Outstanding Senior Physics Major AwardPHYSICSPresented to an outstanding senior physics major.
ALANNA P. HOLLBORNHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ROBERT HORNUNGW. Graham Heaslip AwardGEOLOGYFor outstanding academic achievement by a junior geology major.
MICHELLE ROMAYNE HOUSWORTHDel Ivan Janik Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Shakespeare Studies ◊
ENGLISHPresented to the graduating senior with the most outstanding accomplishments in the study of William Shakespeare’s work.
Honors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
Sidney R. Waldron Award for Academic ExcellenceINTERNATIONAL 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.
AMANDA MARLENE HOWARDSenior 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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KARA HOWARDCharles T. Griffes Award ◊
PERFORMING ARTSPresented to the student who demonstrates musical talent and academic achievement.
TRACY LYNN KEENERHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
SATOSHI KINOSHITAThe Fred Hanga Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence in Business EconomicsECONOMICSPresented to the graduating senior with the highest grade point average in business economics.
CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM LANTRYOutstanding Senior AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIESPresented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated academic excellence, integrity and service to the 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.
DAVID LIMBACHThe Wall Street Journal AwardECONOMICSPresented to a graduating senior in economics or business economics for outstanding academic achievement.
KATHLEEN ROSE LIVERMOREDavid L. Pugh Award for Superior Achievement in Mathematics by a JuniorMATHEMATICS
THOMAS MICHAEL MALIKOWSKIHonors Program Achievement AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to two Honors Program students who have a grade point average of 3.75 or better, an exceptional record of community services and commitment to values of the College.
JOHN MARMETMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
JENNIFER L. MEDWICKHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
◊ Award funded by an existing endowment or donation
LAUREN MILLERAward for Outstanding Achievement in CriminologySOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGYPresented to the junior or senior criminology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
DANIELLE LYNN MORANHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
MARK MORRELLAldo Leopold AwardBIOLOGICAL SCIENCESPresented 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.
James F. Casey ’50 ScholarshipALUMNI 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.
AMANDA MULLANPi Sigma Alpha Award for Best PaperPOLITICAL SCIENCEPresented to the student who has submitted the best paper in political science.
MATTHEW MYCHACKMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
Van Akin Burd Scholarship in English ◊
ENGLISHPresented annually to a junior, senior or graduate English major.
JASON MICHAEL NEWTONW. Maxwell Hawkins AwardGEOLOGYFor outstanding academic achievement by a senior geology major.
KATELYN MARY OMANSAward for Excellence in English Second LanguageINTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE
MATTHEW PENNELLOPi Sigma Alpha Junior Award for Best PortfolioPOLITICAL SCIENCEPresented to a junior political science major for the best portfolio of written work for their respective class.
DANIEL JOSEPH PITCHERSenior 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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KELLY RANDALLHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
HILARY ANN REHLERAward for Excellence in Understanding Multicultural and Gender IssuesCENTER FOR GENDER AND INTERCULTURAL STUDIESPresented to students who demonstrate depth and insight in understanding multicultural and gender issues.
RODRIGO RODRIGUEZChancellor’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.
Pi Sigma Alpha Senior Award for Best PortfolioPOLITICAL SCIENCEPresented to a senior political science major for the best portfolio of written work for their respective class.
CATHARINE ROGERSMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
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LAURA PLATTChemical Rubber Company (C.R.C.) Press Award for Outstanding Student in General ChemistryCHEMISTRY
PATRICIA LYNNE PLUMMERMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
STEPHANIE PORAYRozanne M. Brooks Sociology Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementSOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGYPresented to the junior or senior sociology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
JAMES A. POTTERHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
HARLEE PRATTSenior Psychology Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGYPresented to the senior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
REBECCA ROZZONIAdams-Hill Theatre AwardPERFORMING ARTSPresented to the outstanding theatre student for high academic achievement in combination with theatre artistry.
JACK EDGAR RUGGIRELLOHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
ERICA M. SANDERSONThomas O. Mwanika AwardCOMMUNICATION STUDIESPresented to a full-time junior or senior communication studies major with a grade point average of 3.0 or better for academic excellence, outstanding research, leadership and character.
AMANDA SANNELLAHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
SARAH SANTIAGOChair’s Award for Academic ExcellenceECONOMICSPresented to a graduating senior in the economics or business economics major for outstanding academic achievement.
MICHELLE SANTOROWilliam Rogers Memorial Award for Excellence in Political SciencePOLITICAL SCIENCEPresented to a senior political science major with the highest overall grade point average.
JASON SAUNDERSGerald N. DiGiusto Award for Excellence in Studio ArtART AND ART HISTORY
LEONARD SCHEIBERMerck Award for Outstanding Student in Organic ChemistryCHEMISTRY
STUART SCHMITTThe Psychology Research AwardPSYCHOLOGYPresented to the psychology major who demonstrates excellence in research.
DARLENE VIRGINIA SCOUTENMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
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ERICA SMITHMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
NATHAN SPIEROOlive C. Fish AwardGEOGRAPHYPresented to the outstanding student in the geography program.
HEATHER MARIE SPRINGERComposition AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to the student who submitted the best essay in Academic Writing I or Academic Writing II.
William H. Reynolds Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mathematics by a SeniorMATHEMATICS
CHRISTINA ROSE TROPIANOPast Presidents Scholarship: James M. Clark ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
JOSEPH TUTKOMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
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STEPHANIE VANHAMLINBest Paper in EthicsCENTER FOR ETHICS, PEACE AND SOCIAL JUSTICEThis award is presented to the student with a grade point average of 3.0 or better who has written the best 1,500-word paper in ethics.
Outstanding Achievement in Social PhilosophyPHILOSOPHYPresented to a student majoring in social philosophy who demonstrates excellent academic achievement.
JOANNA VERDIJunior Psychology Major Achievement AwardPSYCHOLOGYPresented to the junior psychology major who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and in extracurricular activities related to psychology.
LARA VOGELD. Jo Schaffer Scholarship for Excellence in Art HistoryART AND ART HISTORY
SARAH VOORHEESAnthropology Award for Outstanding Academic AchievementSOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGYPresented to a junior or senior anthropology major who excels in academic performance and related activities.
Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society AwardJAMES M. CLARK CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONPresented to a senior member of Phi Beta Delta with a grade point average of 3.4 or better.
TIFFANY WARDJ. Catherine Gibian Award for Excellence in Art HistoryART AND ART HISTORY
TAYLOR JOHN WEIGANDSpina-Friedgen ’71 ScholarshipCORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to a senior majoring in education or physical education with a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
KRISTIN A. WHITEPsychology Academic Excellence AwardPSYCHOLOGYPresented to the senior psychology major who has the highest overall grade point average.
ANTHONY WINDPast Presidents Scholarship: Judson H. Taylor ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONPresented to second-semester sophomores and juniors with a grade point average of 3.2 or better who have contributed to the College community.
ELIZABETH WOLFFMarion C. Thompson Memorial Scholarship ◊
ENGLISHPresented to junior, senior or graduate English majors based on academic merit.
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HIGGINS HALLDonald Parish Brooks Scholarship AwardALL-COLLEGE
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STEPHANIE SQUIRES WORDENAlpha Delta Junior Scholarship ◊
CORTLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATIONUp to 10 scholarships are presented to students from the top 10 percent of the junior class. The awards are based on substantial contributions to the College community.
FRANCES MARY ZAENGLEINHonors Program AwardALL-COLLEGEPresented to graduating Honors Program participants who have completed 24 credit hours of enhanced course work with a grade point average of 3.2 or better, an honors thesis with a grade of B or above and 40 hours of service.
LAUREN ZUBERLaura Horsman ’90 Memorial Award ◊
COMMUNICATION STUDIESPresented to the outstanding graduating senior in journalism.
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Dr. Nancy Aumann AssociateProvost,AcademicAffairs
Ms. Darci Bacigalupi SpecialEventsCoordinator,President’sOffice
Dr. Philip Buckenmeyer AssociateProfessorandChair,Kinesiology
Mr. Robert Buckley ClassroomMediaServices
Mr. Douglas DeRancy ’75 ExecutiveDirector,AlumniAffairs
Mr. Mark Dodds, J.D. AssistantProfessor,SportManagement
Dr. Janet Duncan AssociateProfessor,FoundationsandSocialAdvocacy
Dr. Mary Gfeller AssistantProfessor,Mathematics
Ms. Amber Ingalls ’10 StudentRepresentative
Dr. R. Lawrence Klotz DistinguishedTeachingProfessor,BiologicalSciences
Dr. Kimberly Kraebel AssociateProfessor,Psychology
Dr. Virginia Levine ExecutiveAssistanttothePresident,President’sOffice
Dr. Joy Mosher CommitteeCo-Chair InterimDirector,GraduateStudies
Ms. Charlotte Plunkett SupervisingJanitor,PhysicalPlant
Mr. Kevin Pristash ’85, M.A. ’91 AssociateDirector,CoreyUnion
Ms. Tracy Rammacher Director,PublicationsandElectronicMedia
Dr. David Smukler AssistantProfessor,FoundationsandSocialAdvocacy
Dr. Judith Van Buskirk AssociateProfessor,History
Dr. Stephen B. Wilson Professor,PerformingArts(Music)
Dr. Susan Wilson CommitteeCo-Chair AssociateProfessor,Recreation,ParksandLeisureStudies
Dr. Christopher Xenakis Lecturer,PoliticalScience
2009 Honors Convocation Committee
A listing of the awards presented at the ceremony can be viewed on the Web at www.cortland.edu/honorsconvocation