Undergraduate Students Honored for Their Achievements and Community Involvement
During the annual Student Achievement Awards on May 7, students, faculty, staff, and families celebrated remarkable student dedication and leadership.
BRISTOL, R.I. 鈥 On May 7, undergraduate students were honored at the annual Student Achievement Awards for their co-curricular achievements and impact on the 好色TV下载 community. Hosted by the Division of Student Life, students, faculty, staff, and families packed the Recreation Center to watch the celebration.
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In addition to student awards, Assistant Professor of Cultural Studies Aaron Allen received the Dr. Mark Gould Commitment to Student Learning Award, voted on by students and presented by Associate Provost Becky Spritz.
The following students received awards.
The Charles J. Kelley Award recognizes a student for outstanding work in health promotion to the 好色TV下载 community.
Charles J. Kelley Health Services Award
Shannon Agonis 鈥23
The Outstanding Admissions Ambassador Awards recognize and commend students who best reflect the mission and philosophy of the Office of Admission.
Outstanding Admissions Ambassador Awards
Alyssa Foerster 鈥23
Brendan Serenson 鈥23
Kendra Sharrock 鈥23
Jack Tweeddale 鈥23
The 好色TV下载 Sustainability Award recognizes a student who made great strides promoting sustainable practices within our campus community.
Sustainability Award
Hannah Mitchell 鈥23
The Title IX Violence Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness Recognition Award honors students who have worked closely with the Title IX office over the past year.
Title IX Violence Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Award
Meaghan Lewis 鈥23
The Student Senate Chartered Club and Organization Members of the Year awards were created to recognize the efforts of Club and Organization members who continuously went above and beyond their duties.
Student Senate Chartered Club Members of the Year
Marcella Colardo 鈥23
Abby Gambrell 鈥23
Student Senate Chartered Organization Members of the Year
Parker Schwartz 鈥23
Annebelle Jones 鈥23
The James R. Russo award is given annually by the Department of Athletics to senior student-athletes who have the highest grade point averages.
James R. Russo Award for Athletic Academic Excellence
Emily Bennett 鈥23
Ari Dinerman 鈥23
Class Awards honor students of each class year who live out the mission of the University and their love of the community through service to the University.
Class Awards: Class of 2023
Andrea Arriaga Cota
Rim Bensadok
Dominique Dame
Brendan Serenson
Jack Tweddale
Class Awards: Class of 2024
Kristen Hearrold
Joshua Ongera
Crystal Riberio
Olivia Santoro
Class Awards: Class of 2025
Zoey Cormican
Matthew Milotakis
Prabidhi Rana
Matthew Tilley
Class Awards: Class of 2026
Lucas Matthews
Sophia Burton
The Intercultural Center Values and Service Award honors students who have demonstrated sustained commitment to the values of the Intercultural Center initiatives through their engagement and service.
Intercultural Values and Service Award
Blessing Pour 鈥23
Mizael Mendez 鈥23
Lisabeth Candelaria 鈥23
The Resident Assistant of the Year Award is given to an outstanding staff member who goes above and beyond their responsibilities.
Resident Assistant of the Year
Jenna Kehoe 鈥23
The Peer Mentor of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding Peer Mentor who demonstrated commitment, reliability, professionalism, and enthusiasm throughout the year.
Peer Mentor of the Year
Megan Griswold 鈥23
The International Student Leadership Award was created to recognize a student for their dedication and commitment to campus internationalization and international engagement.
International Student Leadership Award
Brianna Simmons 鈥23
Naomi Cruz 鈥23
The Melissa Carrasquillo Award for Intercultural Citizenship is awarded to a graduating senior who demonstrated exceptional commitment to social justice and inclusion.
Melissa Carrasquillo Award for Intercultural Citizenship
Seo Yuon Kim 鈥23
Jesahias Quiroa 鈥23
The Lt. Charles A. Henderson, USN '99 Spirit Award includes a monetary award in memory of Lt. Charles A. Henderson III USN '99. It is awarded to a graduating senior with graduate school aspirations who best and most consistently demonstrates the embodiment of a true scholar.
Lt. Charles A. Henderson Spirit Scholarship
Nicholas Cristante 鈥23
Lt. Charles A. Henderson Scholarship for Outstanding Tutor in Writing
Mariam Sanusi 鈥23
Lt. Charles A. Henderson Scholarship for Outstanding Tutor in Math
Hannah Mitchell 鈥23
Lt. Charles A. Henderson Scholarship for Outstanding Tutor in Science
Cale Langan 鈥23
The Dr. J. Harold G. Way Scholarship Award was established in memory of Dr. Harold Way, former University faculty member from 1969 to 1974. This award is based upon a student's strong academic standing and their contribution to the University community.
Dr. J. Harold G. Way Outstanding Junior Scholarship
Alli Schoenfeldt 鈥24
The Karen R. Haskell Senior Leadership Award is named for former Dean of Students, Dr. Karen Haskell, who fully embraced sustained student leadership and engagement in the campus community.
Dr. Karen Haskell Outstanding Senior Leadership Award
Dominion Emmanuel 鈥23
Jenna Kehoe 鈥23
Jordan St. Onge 鈥23
Lindsey Young 鈥23
The Student Senate awarded the following scholarships.
Student Senate Scholarship in Activism
Rameesa Wajid 鈥24
Matthew Milotakis 鈥25
Jordan Gladstone 鈥26
Student Senate Scholarship in Academic Achievement
Arianna Albano 鈥23
Ale Menendez 鈥24
Amelia Pickard 鈥25
Student Senate Academic Resource Scholarship
Emily Williams 鈥23
Erin LoMonaco 鈥23
Cassandra Pay 鈥25
Bryce Riccitelli 鈥25
Daniella Hernandez 鈥26
Kelsey Mangan 鈥26