Class of 2014
Commencement Honors
Valedictorian
Amber Mae Moyer
Salutatorian
Andrew John Kane
Summa Cum Laude
Kristen A. Biernat
Sara Abigail Birnbaum
Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge
Caroline Hillborn Cannon
Dominic Thomas Castanzo
Megan L. Curley
Michael Aaron Fried
Megan Elise Giroux
Julia Rose Glauberman
Atticus David Holm Graven
Andrew John Kane
Cheyenne L. Layman
Megan Elizabeth Maccaroni
Travis Philip Maider
Alanna Brooke Messner
Amber Mae Moyer
Bryn Alexandra O’Neill
Melonie Anne Phillips
Sarah E. Polekoff
Kayleigh Paige Weaver
Michael Philip Zaccaro
Magna Cum Laude
Briana Marie Anderson
Hillary Analesa Anderson
Grace E. Buchele
Hongli Chen
Nicole Marie Cianciarulo
Sean Patrick Delany
Dominique de Saint Etienne
Kara Marie DiJoseph
Jarrett M. Field
Gerald Merle Gares
Christina Lee Gratkowski
Jonnie M. Handschin
Christina M. Hauck
Rose Katharine Healey
Matthew Ryan Hope
Sarah D. Huang
Zeba Hussaini
Branden Javier Irving
Julia Blaine Kelley
Ryan A. Kiehart
Jin Sun Kim
Jesse Michael Krasna
Elizabeth López
Paul Michael Luchon
Mary Kate Elizabeth McCrea
Sabrina Diana McGettigan
Heather Diane McMasters
Danielle Breanne Miller
Amanda Catherine Minnick
Nicole Michele Murlo
Michael N. Osinski
Alexander M. Pandelidis
John Carle Parry, V
Jessica Lynn Peterson
Rachel Zorionna Polinski
Kari L. Raffensberger
Derek Rozwadowski
Matthew James Ruby
Kyu Chul Shin
Emily Marie Short
Pearl Marina Celeste Steinberg
Evan Bennett Stutchin
Michelle Anne Tanco
Tricia Marie Wiegert
Abigail Grace Wood
Cum Laude
Stephanie Maria Belaires
Steven Felix Berardi, Jr.
Hailey MacKenna Blessing
Monica Paige Bonitatis
Shawn R. Caven
Samantha Lyn Cermignano
Kendal Elizabeth Conrad
Sean Peter Cooney-Olson
Amanda Jill Ernst
Maeve Brown Flynn
Taylor Raphael Gallardo
Amy E. Galvin
Shannon Westlake Hansell
Elizabeth Marie Hill
Heather Marie Hodges
Tanner James Johnson
Kaitlin Marie Kirker
Andrea Margueruite Kuhn
Julianna Mercedes Lepore
Caitlin Elise Lindley
Rebecca Elizabeth Manuel
Daniel A. Marad
Dylan Ross Marsh
Linda Sophie Muller
David E. Muoio
Jake E. Neiman
Brett Ryan Neslen
James Aldridge Newman
David James Nolan
Sara Tess Obeiter
Anastasiya Olevska
Jady Tu Pham
Heather Catherine Putnam
Rebecca Ann Rimkunas
Christopher William Ryder
Dominique Nicole Scholl
Dean Willem Scott
Erik Joseph Stumpo
Brian Francis Taylor
Elias Z. Tohme
Morgan A. Wambaugh
Giovanni A. Waters
Courtney E. Williams
Autumn N. Zaborsky
Sophia L. Zander
Departmenal Honors
* Distinguished Honors
African American & Africana Studies
Anthropology & Sociology
Epiphany Robin Summers
Anthropology & Sociology
Environmental Studies
Sarah D. Huang
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hongli Chen
Andrew John Kane*
Danielle Breanne Miller
Jady Tu Pham
Rachel Zorionna Polinski
Biology
Dominic Thomas Castanzo
Amy E. Galvin
Jin Sun Kim
Sarah E. Polekoff*
Christopher William Ryder
Elias Z. Tohme
Biology
Chemistry
Kara Marie Dijoseph
Business & Economics
Briana Marie Anderson
Steven Felix Berardi, Jr.
Bryn Alexandra O’neill
Business & Economics
Mathematics
Atticus David Holm Graven*
Chemistry
Kristen A. Biernat
Travis Philip Maider
Computer Science
Michelle Anne Tanco*
East Asian Studies
Sara Abigail Birnbaum
English
Brett Ryan Neslen
Environmental Studies
Megan Elizabeth Maccaroni*
French
Jessica Elizabeth Long
History
Gerald Merle Gares*
International Relations
History
Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge*
Mathematics
Hongli Chen
Media & Communication Studies
Emerson Miles Hawkins
Neuroscience
Psychology
Cheyenne L. Layman
Linda Sophie Muller
Peace & Social Justice Studies
Caroline Hillborn Cannon
Philosophy
Jarrett M. Field*
Taylor Raphael Gallardo
Politics
Kyu Chul Shin*
Psychology
Megan Elise Giroux
Heather Diane Mcmasters
Alanna Brooke Messner
Religious Studies
Amanda Jill Ernst
Spanish
Danielle Breanne Miller
Studio Art
Erik Joseph Stumpo
Theater & Dance
Kendal Elizabeth Conrad
College Honors
Phi Beta Kappa
Tau of Pennsylvania
Riley Kaitlin Acton ’15**
Briana Marie Anderson ’14
Kristen A. Biernat ’14*
Sara Abigail Birnbaum ’14
Grace E. Buchele ’14
Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge ’14
Caroline Hillborn Cannon ’14
Dominic Thomas Castanzo ’14
Hongli Chen ’14
Nicole Marie Cianciarulo ’14
Megan L. Curley ’14
Sean Patrick Delany ’14
Kara Marie DiJoseph ’14
Jarrett M. Field ’14
Michael Aaron Fried ’14
Gerald Merle Gares ’14
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15**
Megan Elise Giroux ’14*
Julia Rose Glauberman ’14
Atticus David Holm Graven ’14
Jonnie M. Handschin ’14
Christina M. Hauck ’14
Zeba Hussaini ’14
Andrew John Kane ’14
Julia Blaine Kelley ’14
Jin Sun Kim ’14
Cheyenne L. Layman ’14
Julianna Mercedes Lepore ’14
Caitlin Elise Lindley ’14
Megan Elizabeth Maccaroni ’14
Travis Philip Maider ’14
Mary Kate Elizabeth McCrea ’14
Sabrina Diana McGettigan ’14
Heather Diane McMasters ’14
Alanna Brooke Messner ’14
Danielle Breanne Miller ’14
Amber Mae Moyer ’14
Brett Ryan Neslen ’14
Bryn Alexandra O’Neill ’14
Alexander M. Pandelidis ’14
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15**
John Carle Parry, V ’14
Melonie Anne Phillips ’14
Sarah E. Polekoff ’14
Rachel Zorionna Polinski ’14
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15**
Matthew James Ruby ’14
Kyu Chul Shin ’14
Erik Joseph Stumpo ’14
Michelle Anne Tanco ’14
Morgan A. Wambaugh ’14
Kayleigh Paige Weaver ’14
Tricia Marie Wiegert ’14
Michael Philip Zaccaro ’14
* Currently Seniors, Elected as Juniors
** Currently Juniors
Members of Phi Beta Kappa are wearing ribbons on their graduation regalia.
Cub and Key
Steven Felix Berardi, Jr. ’14
Dominic Thomas Castanzo ’14
Shawn R. Caven ’14
Kevin Zachary Cox ’15
Sean Patrick Delany ’14
Nicholas Dante DiMuzio ’15
Jordan A. Dunnigan ’15
Robert Farrell Durst ’15
Taylor Raphael Gallardo ’14
Gerald Merle Gares ’14
Elisha Benjamin Gaylor ’14
Tyler James Helms ’15
Branden Javier Irving ’14
Benjamin Lynn Jumper ’15
Brian Adam Kennedy ’15
Jesse Michael Krasna ’14
Paul Michael Luchon ’14
Travis Philip Maider ’14
David Weber Martin ’15
Jack Anthony Meyer ’15
Max Abraham Molishever ’15
Kevin Thomas Monahan ’15
Michael Patrick Neal ’15
David James Nolan ’14
Michael N. Osinski ’14
Matthew James Ruby ’14
Christopher William Ryder ’14
Dean Willem Scott ’14
Zack Scheib ’14
Daniel Michael Selechnik ’15
Anthony Michael Sierzega ’15
Francis Joseph Sirch, IV ’14
Alvin Varghese ’15
Whitians
Hillary Analesa Anderson ’14
Emily Marie Black ’15
Hailey MacKenna Blessing ’14
Caroline Hillborn Cannon ’14
Samantha Lyn Cermignano ’14
Hunter Kathryn Cole ’15
Kara Marie DiJoseph ’14
Min Feng ’15
Paige Kelly Fronheiser ’14
Leah Nicole Garrity ’15
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15
Megan Elise Giroux ’14
Jonnie M. Handschin ’14
Elizabeth Marie Hill ’14
Sarah D. Huang ’14
Zeba Hussaini ’14
Jin Sun Kim ’14
Caitlin Elise Lindley ’14
Elizabeth López ’14
Mary Kate Elizabeth McCrea ’14
Heather Diane McMasters ’14
Nicole Michele Murlo ’14
Bryn Alexandra O’Neill ’14
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
Jessica Lynn Peterson ’14
Rachel Zorionna Polinski ’14
Regina Marie Powers ’15
Caroline Rachel Putscher ’15
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
Mary Kate Speth ’15
Awards
The ACM Prize for Service and Excellence in Computer Science: Nathan James Labourdette ’14
Established in 2006 to recognize excellence in computer science and service to the Student Chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery or to the department.
The American Chemical Society Award: Kristen A. Biernat ’14
Awarded annually to the student who has made the most significant advance in his or her study of chemistry.
The American Chemical Society Award in Analytical Chemistry: Peter Willard ’15
Awarded to a junior displaying an aptitude for a career in analytical chemistry. This award is sponsored by the Analytical Chemistry Division of the American Chemical Society.
The American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Inorganic Chemistry: Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
Awarded to a student who has demonstrated excellence in inorganic chemistry and who has future plans that include a career in chemistry.
The American Chemical Society Division of Organic Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Organic Chemistry: Travis Philip Maider ’14
Presented by the Organic Chemistry division of the American Chemical Society to the graduating senior chemistry or biochemistry major who has demonstrated excellence in organic chemistry based on a combination of research, coursework, and a desire to pursue a career in chemistry.
The American Institute of Chemists Award: Travis Philip Maider ’14
Awarded to the senior chemistry major who has demonstrated potential for advancement in the chemical professions.
The Cyrus E. Beekey Prize: Sara Tess Obeiter ’14, Alexander M. Pandelidis ’14
Endowed by Viola Sweigart Beekey 1929 and her son, Cyrus E. Beekey Jr. 1964, and awarded to a senior who has been an outstanding premedical student.
The Dr. Frederick M. Binder Award: Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge ’14
Established to honor the memory of Dr. Frederick M. Binder 1942, whose long and distinguished career exemplified Ursinus College at its very best. To be awarded to a graduating senior who, in the judgment of the faculty, offers greatest promise of high academic and professional achievement.
The Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Service Award: Andrew John Kane ’14
Presented to any biochemistry& molecular biology student who has demonstrated extraordinary enthusiasm or service to the major.
The Biology Teaching Assistant Award: Jady Tu Pham ’14
Awarded to an outstanding biology laboratory teaching assistant.
The Rachel Blunt Memorial Award: Brian Prescott Green ’14
Established in 2013 by family and friends of Rachel Blunt 2014, this award is given to a senior who exhibits a passion for theater, showing consistent and exemplary contributions to productions in the Theater & Dance Department during his or her time at Ursinus College.
Chemistry Laboratory Technique Award: Alexander M. Pandelidis ’14
Presented to the student chosen for exhibiting the best laboratory technique.
The Compton/Rose Prize: Atticus David Holm Graven ’14, Bryn Alexandra O’Neill ’14
Established by Barbara Rose Compton 1969 and Robert L. Compton Jr. 1968 in honor of their parents, Mrs. Eileen K. Rose and Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Compton Sr., and in memory of the late Wilbur B. Rose. Awarded to an outstanding student majoring in business and economics.
The CRC Press Freshman Chemistry Achievement Award: Allison Arinaga ’17, Danielle Kritz ’17
Awarded annually, by the Chemical Rubber Company Press, to the freshman achieving the highest academic average in chemistry.
The Alfred L. Creager 1933 Prize: Henry Willshire ’16
Established by Ray Hamilton 1957 and awarded annually to the student who contributes the best work, either fiction or nonfiction, to a campus publication.
The Cub and Key Prize: Usman M. Baqai ’17, Danny Alberto Bocanumenth ’17, Dustin A. Brinker ’17, Sean P. Clark ’17, Jordan D. Ostrum ’17, Avery N. Perez ’17, Brendan D. Phillips ’17, Luke H. Schlegel ’17, Collin R. Takita ’17
Awarded annually to the male student who at the end of the first term has the highest scholastic standing.
The J. Douglas Davis 1941 Prize: Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge ’14
Established by Ray Hamilton 1957, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student in history.
The Louis A. DeCatur Prize: Julia Blaine Kelley ’14
Established in 2000 by faculty colleagues and former students to honor professor Louis Aubrey DeCatur’s 30-year teaching career at Ursinus, and awarded to an outstanding English major for excellence in the study of language and literature.
The George Ditter Prize: Julia Rose Glauberman ’14
Awarded each year to the graduating senior whose work in history and political science promises most to the perpetuation of democratic self-government. The prize was established by J. William Ditter in memory of his father and is continued through the generosity of J. William Ditter Jr. 1943.
The Geoffrey Dolman Prize in Creative Writing: Julia Blaine Kelley ’14
Created in 1996 in memory of Geoffrey Dolman, the prize to be awarded to a student who demonstrates proficiency in creative writing.
The Duttera Prize: Codey James Young ’14
Contributed by Mrs. Amos Duttera, and awarded yearly to the student attaining the highest standing in the study of church history.
The Ehret Prize: Gerald Francis Rahill ’14, Malena Zoe Lair Ferrari ’14, Elisha Benjamin Gaylor ’14, Jenna Elizabeth Stover ’14
Established by bequest of the Reverend Harry J. Ehret 1900 in memory of his son, Robley W. Ehret 1939, and awarded each year to a student who has excelled in athletics.
The Excellence in Dance Award: Colleen Cecily Walsh ’14
Awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to the dance program in the areas of scholarship, research and/or performance.
Exercise and Sport Science Outstanding Young Professional: Kaitlin Marie Kirker ’14
Awarded to an Exercise and Sport Science major who has actively engaged in service and leadership within the department.
Exercise and Sport Science Scholar Award: Megan L. Curley ’14
Awarded to an Exercise and Sport Science major who has earned the highest overall cumulative GPA at Ursinus College.
The Faculty Prize for a Promising Sophomore in Computer Science: Amanda D’Uva ’16
Established in 2006 by the faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and awarded to a promising sophomore in computer science.
The Faculty Prize for a Promising Sophomore in Mathematics: Michael Vennettilli ’16
Established in 2006 by the faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and awarded to a promising sophomore in mathematics.
The Faculty Prize for an Outstanding Student Pursuing Teacher Certification in Mathematics: Tricia Marie Wiegert ’14
Established in 2006 by the faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and awarded to an outstanding student pursuing teacher certification in mathematics.
The Faculty Prize in Biology: Dominique Saturno ’16, Jamie Faselt ’15, Jin Sun Kim ’14
Awarded to an outstanding biology or biochemistry & molecular biology major in each class.
The Faculty Prize in Computer Science: Michelle Anne Tanco ’14
Established in 1989 by the faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and awarded to an outstanding computer science student.
The Faculty Prize in Mathematics: Hongli Chen ’14, Atticus David Holm Graven ’14
Established in 1989 by the faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and awarded to an outstanding mathematics student.
The Professor George C. Fago Prize: Epiphany Robin Summers ’14
Endowed by George Bause 1977, to be awarded to a graduating psychology major who has excellent scholarship in psychology and acceptance to a graduate school of social work, criminology or criminal justice.
The Philip H. Fogel Memorial Prize: Heather Catherine Putnam ’14
Endowed by Mrs. Edwin J. Fogel in memory of her son, and awarded each year to the member of the senior class who has done the best work in Religious Studies.
The French Award: Jessica Elizabeth Long ’14
Established in 1976 by Dr. Albert L. Reiner, former chairman of the Department of Romance Languages, to honor an outstanding student in French.
The Sumner and Mary French Prize in Music: Chelsea Nicole Harris ’14
Established in 2010 by music professor John French in memory of his parents and awarded annually to the senior who has made the most significant contribution to the music program, as determined by the faculty of the department.
The German Award: Michael Philip Zaccaro ’14
Given by the Modern Languages Department to honor an outstanding student in German.
The Thomas P. and Frances T. Glassmoyer Scholastic Award: Amber Mae Moyer ’14
Endowed in 1980 by Thomas P. Glassmoyer 1936 and Frances Thierolf Glassmoyer 1940, and awarded annually to the member of the graduating class with the highest scholastic average for four years at Ursinus.
The Olive Sargeant Hamm Award: Bryn Alexandra O’Neill ’14
Established in 1988 by Olive S. Hamm, class of 1929, the first recipient of the “All Around Award” for the senior woman who exemplifies “the best in college life—athletically, socially and scholastically.”
The Robin Blood Harris 1956 Memorial Prize: Eilish Anne Bennett ’14
Established by her family and friends for the senior woman who exemplifies those outstanding qualities of leadership and scholarship that characterized Robin’s association with Ursinus.
The Ronald E. Hess Chemistry Department Award for Outstanding Pre-Health Student:
Melonie Anne Phillips ’14
Established by Dr. Ronald E. Hess, a long-serving premedical adviser, to recognize an outstanding chemistry major who plans a career in the medical field.
The Japanese Award: Sara Abigail Birnbaum ’14
Given by the Modern Languages Department to honor an outstanding student in Japanese.
The Ronald C. Kichline Prize: Victoria Alexandra Goodenough ’14, Alexander M. Pandelidis ’14,
Monica Rose Durham ’14, Evan Bennett Stutchin ’14
Awarded annually to a senior who has excelled in athletics.
The Lawrence Lange Award: Shannon Westlake Hansell ’14
Established in honor of Jan Lawrence Lange, Dean of Continuing Education and Associate Dean of the College (1995-2003), upon her retirement in January 2003. This award is presented annually by the faculty of the Education Department to the graduating senior who best exemplifies outstanding work in the field of education and is committed to nurturing the lifelong learning of others through a career in teaching.
The Laughlin Award: David James Nolan ’14
Endowed by Henry P. Laughlin, M.D. 1938 and his wife, M. Page Durkee Laughlin, for the student who has made outstanding contributions to his or her class and to the College.
The William L. Lettinger Chemistry Award: Kristen A. Biernat ’14
Endowed by his wife, Sharon B. Lettinger 1966, in memory of William L. Lettinger 1965, and awarded annually to a member of the senior class who has demonstrated promise for graduate studies in the field of chemistry.
The MAA Prize for Service and Excellence in Mathematics: Atticus David Holm Graven ’14,
Michelle Anne Tanco ’14
Established in 2006 to recognize excellence in mathematics and service to the Student Chapter of the Mathematical Association of America or to the department.
The Elizabeth Rockefeller McCain Memorial Prize: Nora Sternlof ’16
Endowed by the late George Nox McCain and awarded annually to the student who at the end of the sophomore year has shown the greatest ability in the use of the English language as evidenced by work in composition and literature.
The Barbara Olmo McInnis 1957 Prize: Jesse Michael Krasna ’14, Nicole Marie Cianciarulo ’14
Established by Ray Hamilton 1957, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student in teacher education.
The Linda L. McIntyre Award: Kristina Steffenhagen ’16
Established in honor of Linda L. McIntyre 1968 and presented to a sophomore woman who demonstrates initiative in financing her education, proficiency and perseverance in intercollegiate athletics, and a cooperative and unselfish attitude in women’s sports.
The Professor Eugene H. Miller Prize: Kelsey Nicole Bullington-Hodge ’14, Kyu Chul Shin ’14
Endowed by the Honorable Hermann Frederick Eilts 1943 and awarded annually for the best essay on a subject in political science.
The Jessie Ashworth Miller Prize: Christina M. Hauck ’14
Established by Ray Hamilton 1957, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student of anthropology and sociology.
The Wayne F. Millward 1957 Memorial Prize: Brendan A. Howseman ’14
For excellence in the theater program, established in 1988 by Ray Hamilton 1957, the income to be awarded annually to the student who contributes the most to Ursinus’s theater program.
The Mary Onopchenko 1985 Memorial Prize: John Patrick Carty ’14, Michael Philip Zaccaro ’14
Established in loving memory of Mary by her family and friends, to be awarded to an outstanding senior who plans a career in law.
The Outstanding Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Student Award: Melonie Anne Phillips ’14,
Danielle Breanne Miller ’14
Presented to a graduating biochemistry & molecular biology major who has demonstrated outstanding qualities as determined by the biochemistry & molecular biology faculty.
The Outstanding Research Student in Biology Award: Dominic Thomas Castanzo ’14,
Amy E. Galvin ’14, Sarah E. Polekoff ’14
Awarded to an outstanding research student in biological science.
The Paisley Prize: Taylor Raphael Gallardo ’14
Awarded for the best dissertation by a member of the senior class on an assigned topic involving the thoughtful application of the principles of Christianity to the problems of practical life.
The Parsons Prize: Andrea Margueruite Kuhn ’14
Awarded annually to an outstanding student of American history. This prize was established by Ray Hamilton 1957 in memory of William T. Parsons 1947, professor of history.
The Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Prize: Atticus David Holm Graven ’14,
Bryn Alexandra O’Neill ’14
Presented to the outstanding senior in accounting.
The Peters Prize: Madeline Mary Zurn ’14
Awarded annually for excellence in the study of the Bible.
The Margot and Richard P. Richter Prize: Courtney E. Williams ’14
Established in 2003 by faculty members and friends in celebration of the 50th wedding anniversary of the College’s 10th president and his spouse, to be awarded to a student who demonstrates excellence in both English and music.
The Miriam and Irving N. Rosenthal Memorial Award: Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
Established in 1989 by the gift of professor William E. Rosenthal to commemorate in perpetuity his beloved parents, who instilled in him a sense of the intrinsic value of lifelong learning. To be awarded to a female rising senior who has clearly demonstrated an interest in pursuing graduate study in the mathematical sciences.
The Senior Alumni Award: Gerald Merle Gares ’14, Zeba Hussaini ’14
This award recognizes two graduating seniors who show promise of making significant contributions to their careers, their community and/or Ursinus College. One award is presented to a female and one is presented to a male.
The Spanish Award: Danielle Breanne Miller ’14, Sean Patrick Delany ’14
Given by the Modern Languages Department to honor an outstanding student in Spanish.
The Professor Evan S. Snyder Prize: Michael Aaron Fried ’14
Endowed by George Bause 1977, to be awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated excellent scholarship in physics.
The Robert Trucksess Prize: Hillary Analesa Anderson ’14
Established by Robert Trucksess 1919 and awarded annually to a student in the senior class who plans to study law and who shows unusual promise.
The Teresa L. Urban Leadership Award: Gerald Merle Gares ’14
Awarded annually by the Ursinus Student Government Association to a senior in recognition of outstanding leadership.
The Ursinus College Chemistry Department Award in Organic Chemistry: Rebecca Keenan ’16,
Peter Eisenhauer ’16
Presented annually to the student who has done exemplary work in both semesters of organic chemistry.
The Sidney L. Wagman Prize: Travis Philip Maider ’14
Awarded annually in memory of Dr. Sidney Louis Wagman 1951 to an outstanding and deserving student who has demonstrated loyalty to high ideals. The fund was established by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Wagman, and his brother, Dr. Sheldon P. Wagman 1959.
The Professor Elizabeth B. White Prize: Gerald Merle Gares ’14
Endowed by the Honorable Hermann Frederick Eilts 1943 and awarded annually for the best essay on a subject in history.
The John Moore Wickersham Phi Beta Kappa Sophomore Book Award: Alexa Hanson ’16, Jacob Hollingsworth ’16, Rebecca Keenan ’16, Meghan Strong ’16
Awarded annually to the sophomore with the leading grade point average and diversity of interests that represent the tenets of election to Phi Beta Kappa.
The William B. Williamson Prize in Philosophy: Jarrett M. Field ’14
Established in 1989 in honor of William B. Williamson, professor of philosophy and chairman of the Department of Philosophy and Religion from 1968 to 1988. Awarded annually to the student who best exemplifies the Socratic spirit of inquiry in both oral and written expressions on issues which demand human attention and solution.
Faculty Awards
The H. Lloyd Jones Jr. Award
Rebecca Lyczak
Established in honor of H. Lloyd Jones Jr., professor of English from 1947 to 1988, and awarded to a faculty member for distinguished advising and mentoring.
The Laughlin Professional Achievement Award
Lynne Edwards
Endowed by Henry P. Laughlin, M.D. 1938 and his wife, M. Page Durkee Laughlin, for a faculty member who has made significant contributions to scholarship.
The Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award
Kelly Sorensen
Given at Ursinus College and at other colleges for distinguished teaching.