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Honors and Awards
Class of 2015
Commencement Honors
Valedictorian
Meghan Hamilton Strong
Salutatorians
Quinn Gilman-Forlini
Aubrey Rose Paris
Summa Cum Laude
Riley Kaitlin Acton
Emily Marie Black
Rachel Elizabeth Brown
Aaron Robert Caffrey
Daniel John DeHelian
Jamie Ann Faselt
Michael Gregory Foss
Quinn Gilman-Forlini
Erica Leigh Gorenberg
Jessica Marie Lenzo
Russell J. Mach
David Weber Martin
Chelsea Mary Nemeth
Aubrey Rose Paris
Caroline Rachel Putscher
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds
Christine Theresa Saraco
Daniel Michael Selechnik
Meghan Hamilton Strong
Cara Jill Sulyok
Magna Cum Laude
Rachel Elizabeth Bonner
Scott N. Clayman
Hunter Kathryn Cole
Kevin Zachary Cox
Kendra Cheyenne Deuel
Sydney Alexandra Dodson-Nease
Andrew Scott Farris
Janel Lurline Forsythe
Amanda McCain Frekot
Allison Julia Frymoyer
Leah Nicole Garrity
Michael Albert Giongo
Ellen Stern Goldstein
Christopher Michael Goss
Ernest Michael Gurish
Adelaide Grace Hurlbert
Caitlin Haynes Johnson
Eliana Rae Katz
Dominick James Knowles
Emily Elizabeth Lamb
Joelle Elizabeth Louth
Jack Anthony Meyer
Kevin Thomas Monahan
Joyann Oakman
Katlin Maureen Power
Regina Marie Powers
Jessica Brooke Rosina
Sydney Rotman
Samir Shah
Anthony Michael Sierzega
Mary Kathleen Speth
Nathaniel Charles Toriello
Jonathan Scott Vander Lugt
Alvin Varghese
Laura Kimberly Witwer
Cum Laude
Sara Bajor ’14
Paige Greta Barbour
Cooper Addison Bard
Carolyn O’Brien Bastian
Ashley Marie Benedict
Nathan Frederick Bennett
Justin William Bogle
Mark Hunter Branca
Mallory Elizabeth Carcia
William Gunhee Chang
Angier Corey Cooper
Larissa Lehecka Coyne
Christina Marie Cromwell
Dylan Thomas Cuva
Caitlin Virginia Dawson
Frank Gino DeVone
Caitlyn Ann Dracup
Emily Marie Passos Duffy
Jeffrey Bernard Erkkila
Elizabeth Lynne Farrell
Min Feng
Sarah Holleran Godfrey
Jamie F. Hammell
Russell John Hill
Ina Hysko
Brian Adam Kennedy
Alyssa Lauren Kurtz
Victoria Christine Louth
Amanda Grace Lucock
Lauren Marano
Joseph M. McGinley
Steven Anthony Medeiros, Jr.
Delia Michelle Mercurio
Christa Leigh Oestreich
Gavin Michael Palowitch
Taylor Dean Paul
Heather Lynne Perpetua
Emelia Perry
Brenna Louise Rasmussen
Matthew George Rink
Mary Louise Schardt
Richard Schulz
Ivan Sokirniy
Renee Catarina Tornea
Andrew Craig Trachtman
Peter Alexander Willard
Ethan Abel Wright
Departmental Honors
* Distinguished Honors
American Studies
Sydney Rotman
Art and Art History
Jack Anthony Meyer
Kyle Lyndsay Peterson
Biology
Dylan Thomas Cuva
Jamie Ann Faselt
Erica Leigh Gorenberg
Katlin Maureen Power
Regina Marie Powers
Daniel Michael Selechnik
Business and Economics
Jessica Brooke Rosina
Scott N. Clayman
Business and Economics
Mathematics
David Weber Martin
Chemistry
Aubrey Rose Paris
Peter Alexander Willard
Classics
Aaron Robert Caffrey*
Computer Science
Matthew George Rink
Creative Writing
Quinn Gilman-Forlini
East Asian Studies
International Relations
Laura Kimberly Witwer
English
Dominick James Knowles
Environmental Studies
Xylia Rae Serafy
Health and Exercise Physiology
Christina Marie Cromwell
Joyann Oakman*
History
Christopher Michael Goss
Mathematics
Frank Gino DeVone
Cara Jill Sulyok*
Mathematics
Business and Economics
Riley Kaitlin Acton*
Media and Communication Studies
Rachel Elizabeth Brown
Sydney Alexandra Dodson-Nease
Amanda Grace Lucock
Jonathan Scott Vander Lugt
Media and Communication Studies
Sociology
Janel Lurline Forsythe
Neuroscience
Emily Marie Black
Steven Anthony Medeiros, Jr.
Samir Shah
Alvin Varghese
Politics
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds*
Anthony Michael Sierzega
Politics and International Relations
Brian Adam Kennedy
College Honors
Phi Beta Kappa
Tau of Pennsylvania
Riley Kaitlin Acton ’15*
Emily Marie Black ’15
Rachel Elizabeth Brown ’15
Aaron Robert Caffrey ’15
Daniel John DeHelian ’15
Kendra Cheyenne Deuel ’15
Jamie Ann Faselt ’15
Janel Lurline Forsythe ’15
Leah Nicole Garrity ’15
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15*
Michael Albert Giongo ’15
Erica Leigh Gorenberg ’15
Christopher Michael Goss ’15
Adelaide Grace Hurlbert ’15
Caitlin Haynes Johnson ’15
Rebecca Keenan ’16**
Brian Adam Kennedy ’15
Dominick James Knowles ’15
Alyssa Lauren Kurtz ’15
Emily Elizabeth Lamb ’15
Edward J. Lee ’16**
Jessica Marie Lenzo ’15
Amanda Grace Lucock ’15
Russell J. Mach ’15
Jack Anthony Meyer ’15
Kevin Thomas Monahan ’15
Chelsea Mary Nemeth ’15
Joyann Oakman ’15
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15*
Katlin Maureen Power ’15
Regina Marie Powers ’15
Caroline Rachel Putscher ’15
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15*
Jessica Brooke Rosina ’15
Sydney Rotman ’15
Daniel Michael Selechnik ’15
Meghan Hamilton Strong ’15
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
Nathaniel Charles Toriello ’15
Jonathan Scott Vander Lugt ’15
Alvin Varghese ’15
Laura Kimberly Witwer ’15
*Currently Seniors, Elected as Juniors
**Currently Juniors
Members of Phi Beta Kappa are wearing ribbons on their graduation regalia.
Cub and Key
Bryan P. Carter ’16
James D. Checkowski ’16
Kevin Zachary Cox ’15
Nicholas Dante DiMuzio ’15
Jordan A. Dunnigan ’15
Robert Farrell Durst ’15
Peter T. Eisenhauer ’16
Axel C. Gonzalez ’16
James D. Hartop ’16
Tyler James Helms ’15
Benjamin Lynn Jumper ’15
Brian Adam Kennedy ’15
Erich S. Keyser ’16
Keith D. Larkin ’16
Edward J. Lee ’16
Alexander D. Lowe ’16
Dalton S. Lynch ’16
Nicholas E. Macksoud ’16
Edward Malandro ’16
David Weber Martin ’15
Jack Anthony Meyer ’15
Max Abraham Molishever ’15
Kevin Thomas Monahan ’15
Michael Patrick Neal ’15
Daniel Michael Selechnik ’15
Anthony Michael Sierzega ’15
Edgar E. Torres ’16
Alvin Varghese ’15
Henry L. Willshire ’16
Whitians
Emily Marie Black ’15
Hunter Kathryn Cole ’15
Marilyn Day ’16
Min Feng ’15
Mahala Femovich ’16
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15
Leah Nicole Garrity ’15
Shelby Marchese ’16
Jordan Miller ’16
Maria Miller ’16
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
Regina Marie Powers ’15
Caroline Rachel Putscher ’15
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15
Sophia Rice ’16
Tabatha Rudzinski ’16
Elspeth Sarro ’16
Dominique Saturno ’16
Amanda Sierzega ’16
Kimberly Snow ’16
Mary Kathleen Speth ’15
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
Julianna Tantum ’16
Tess Wiggin ’16
Awards
The ACM Prize for Service and Excellence in Computer Science:
Alexa LaMontagne ’16
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:
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
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:
Zachary Bechtel ’16
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:
Allison Arinaga ’17
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:
Daniel John DeHelian ’15
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:
Peter Alexander Willard ’15
Awarded to the senior chemistry major who has demonstrated potential for advancement in the chemical professions.
The Cyrus E. Beekey Prize:
William Kevin Haussner ’15
Endowed by Viola Sweigart Beekey ’29 and her son, Cyrus E. Beekey Jr. ’64, and awarded to a senior who has been an outstanding premedical student.
The Dr. Frederick M. Binder Award:
Kevin Thomas Monahan ’15
Established to honor the memory of Dr. Frederick M. Binder ’42, 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 and Molecular Biology Service Award:
Min Feng ’15, Benjamin Lynn Jumper ’15
Presented to any Biochemistry and Molecular Biology student who has demonstrated extraordinary enthusiasm or service to the major.
The Biology Teaching Assistant Award:
Katlin Maureen Power ’15
Awarded to an outstanding biology laboratory teaching assistant.
The Rachel Blunt Memorial Award:
David Weber Martin ’15
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 and Dance department during his or her time at Ursinus College.
The Boeshore Prize:
Sanil Sanjay Patel ’15
Presented for excellence in the study of Greek.
The Chemistry Department Award for Outstanding Pre-Health Student:
Elizabeth Joy Spiegel ’15
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.
Chemistry Laboratory Technique Award:
Ivan Sokirniy ’15
Presented to the student chosen for exhibiting the best laboratory technique.
The Compton/Rose Prize:
Riley Kaitlin Acton ’15, David Weber Martin ’15
Established by Barbara Rose Compton ’69 and Robert L. Compton Jr. ’68 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:
Thomas A. Tessitore ’18, Brian VanDyke ’18
Awarded annually, by the Chemical Rubber Company Press, to the freshman achieving the highest academic average in chemistry.
The Alfred L. Creager ’33 Prize:
Sophia Gamber ’18
Established by Ray Hamilton ’57 and awarded annually to the student who contributes the best work, either fiction or nonfiction, to a campus publication.
The Cub and Key Prize:
Christopher James Husson ’18, Morgan Wheland Giovanni Larese ’18, Tyler C. Preizler ’18, Thomas A. Tessitore ’18, Blake Harrison Thomson ’18
Awarded annually to the male student who at the end of the first term has the highest scholastic standing.
The J. Douglas Davis ’41 Prize:
Ryan Joseph Murphy ’15
Established by Ray Hamilton ’57, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student in history.
The Louis A. DeCatur Prize:
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15, Dominick James Knowles ’15
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:
Anthony Michael Sierzega ’15
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:
Sinnea Breianna Douglas ’15
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:
Robert William Hickey, III ’15
Contributed by Mrs. Amos Duttera, and awarded yearly to the students attaining the highest standing in the study of church history.
The Ehret Prize:
Ryan John Ridinger ’15, Richard John Jaskinski, Jr. ’15, Chelsea Marie Kozior ’15
Established by bequest of the Reverend Harry J. Ehret 1900 in memory of his son, Robley W. Ehret ’39, and awarded each year to a student who has excelled in athletics.
The Excellence in Dance Award:
Rosie Monet Davis-Aubrey ’15
Awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to the dance program in the areas of scholarship, research and/or performance.
The Faculty Prize for a Promising Sophomore in Computer Science:
Danielle Kritz ’17
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:
Collin Takita ’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:
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
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:
Kevin Thomas Monahan ’15, Daniel Michael Selechnik ’15, Erich S. Keyser ’16, Samantha White ’17
Awarded to an outstanding biology or biochemistry molecular biology major in each class.
The Faculty Prize in Computer Science:
Matthew George Rink ’15
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 History:
Timothy Winters ’16
Awarded to an outstanding history student who has excelled in all aspects and areas of the historical discipline at Ursinus College.
The Faculty Prize in Mathematics:
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
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:
Nathan Frederick Bennett ’15
Endowed by George Bause ’77, 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:
Cooper Addison Bard ’15
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:
Meghan Hamilton Strong ’15
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:
Emily Marie Cooper ’15
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:
Lorena Anne Haberern ’15
Given by the Modern Languages department to honor an outstanding student in German.
The Thomas P. and Frances T. Glassmoyer Scholastic Award:
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15, Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
Endowed in 1980 by Thomas P. Glassmoyer ’36 and Frances Thierolf Glassmoyer ’40, 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:
Riley Kaitlin Acton ’15
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 ’56 Memorial Prize:
Margo Lillian Randelman ’15
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.
Health and Exercise Physiology Outstanding Young Professional:
Christina Marie Cromwell ’15
Awarded to a Health and Exercise Physiology major who has actively engaged in service and leadership within the department.
Health and Exercise Physiology Scholar Award:
Joyann Oakman ’15
Awarded to a Health and Exercise Physiology major who has earned the highest overall cumulative GPA at Ursinus College.
The Horioka Latin Prize:
Aaron Robert Caffrey ’15
Established in 1993 by Margaret A. Horioka ’77 and awarded to a graduating senior who has excelled in Latin.
The Japanese Award:
Jackson Russell Riley ’15
Given by the Modern Languages department to honor an outstanding student in Japanese.
The Ronald C. Kichline Prize: Kristin Rae Aichele ’15, Russell John Hill ’15, Jacob Charles Robinson ’15
Awarded annually to a senior who has excelled in athletics.
The Lawrence Lange Award:
Cara Jill Sulyok ’15
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 thers through a career in teaching.
The Laughlin Award:
Alvin Varghese ’15
Endowed by Henry P. Laughlin, M.D. ’38 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:
Aubrey Rose Paris ’15
Endowed by his wife, Sharon B. Lettinger ’66, in memory of William L. Lettinger ’65, 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:
Kevin Robert Hamilton ’15
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:
Brian Leipold ’17, Phoebe Keleher ’17
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 ’57 Prize:
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15
Established by Ray Hamilton ’57, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student in teacher education.
The Linda L. McIntyre Award:
Colleen Leahy ’17
Established in honor of Linda L. McIntyre ’68 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:
Elizabeth Claire Reynolds ’15
Endowed by the Honorable Hermann Frederick Eilts ’43 and awarded annually for the best essay on a subject in political science.
The Jessie Ashworth Miller Prize:
Janel Lurline Forsythe ’15
Established by Ray Hamilton ’57, the income to be awarded annually to an outstanding student of anthropology and sociology.
The Wayne F. Millward ’57 Memorial Prize:
Quinn Gilman-Forlini ’15
For excellence in the theater program, established in 1988 by Ray Hamilton ’57, the income to be awarded annually to the student who contributes the most to Ursinus’s theater program.
The Mary Onopchenko ’85 Memorial Prize:
Meghan Hamilton Strong ’15
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 and Molecular Biology Student Award:
Daniel John DeHelian ’15
Presented to a graduating BCMB major who has demonstrated outstanding qualities as determined by the BCMB faculty.
The Outstanding Research Student in Biology Award:
Michael Callaghan Gasbarro ’15, Erica Leigh Gorenberg ’15
Awarded to an outstanding research student in biological science.
The Paisley Prize:
Douglas W. Hickey ’15
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:
Lindsay Ann Doyle ’15
Awarded annually to an outstanding student of American history. This prize was established by Ray Hamilton ’57, in memory of William T. Parsons ’47, professor of history.
The Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Prize:
Kendra Cheyenne Deuel ’15
Presented to the outstanding senior in accounting.
The Peters Prize:
Ernest Michael Gurish ’15
Awarded annually for excellence in the study of the Bible.
The Margot and Richard P. Richter Prize:
Lauren Marano ’15, Colleen Ann Monahan ’15
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:
Rose Blanchard ’16
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:
Riley Kaitlin Acton ’15, Sanil Sanjay Patel ’15
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:
Eliana Rae Katz ’15
Given by the Modern Languages department to honor an outstanding student in Spanish.
The Professor Evan S. Snyder Prize:
Michael Albert Giongo ’15, Frank Gino DeVone ’15
Endowed by George Bause ’77 to be awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated excellent scholarship in physics.
The Robert Trucksess Prize:
Anthony Michael Sierzega ’15, Ethan Abel Wright ’15
Established by Robert Trucksess ’19 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:
Brian Adam Kennedy ’15
Awarded annually by the USGA to a senior in recognition for outstanding leadership.
The Ursinus College Chemistry Department Award in Organic Chemistry: Brendan Phillips ’17
Presented annually to the student who has done exemplary work in both semesters of organic chemistry.
The Sidney L. Wagman Prize:
Steven Anthony Medeiros, Jr. ’15
Awarded annually in memory of Dr. Sidney Louis Wagman ’51 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 ’59.
The Professor Elizabeth B. White Award:
Christopher Michael Goss ’15
Endowed by the Honorable Hermann Frederick Eilts ’43 and awarded annually for the best essay on a subject in history.
The John Moore Wickersham Phi Beta Kappa Sophomore Book Award:
Alicia Baker ’17, Dustin Brinker ’17, Kristen Costello ’17, Lauren Geiger ’17
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:
Richard Schulz ’15, Ethan Abel Wright ’15
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
Akshaye Dhawan
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
Susanna Throop
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 Laughlin Distinguished Teaching Award
Holly Hubbs
In recognition of outstanding teaching in stimulating and guiding the intellectual development of students at Ursinus College.