The listing of graduates below is based on preliminary information provided by the Office of the University Registrar reflecting the completion of the Fall 2019 semester. The official conferral of degrees, Latin Honors, and Departmental Honors occurs upon satisfactory completion of all academic and financial requirements.
Johanna Wahlen
Dorothy Beisiegel Memorial Award
School of Arts and Sciences graduating senior who has taken all credits at SCSU and holds the highest GPA
Kennan P. Martin
Honors in Arts and Sciences
Project Title: Noblesse Oblige: Honors College Student Leadership
Alexis Annosier
Distinction in Anthropology
Anthropology senior with overall GPA of 3.3 or better and 3.5 GPA or better in Anthropology coursework
Madeleine Bergeron
Distinction in Anthropology
Anthropology senior with overall GPA of 3.3 or better and 3.5 GPA or better in Anthropology coursework
Jasmine Brown
Excellence in Anthropology
Student with an overall GPA of 3.3 and a GPA of 3.75 or higher in Anthropology coursework
Kevin Chesler
Outstanding Graduate in Anthropology
Anthropology senior with the highest GPA within the major and overall
Jarod McAnern
Distinction in Anthropology
Anthropology senior with overall GPA of 3.3 or better and 3.5 GPA or better in Anthropology coursework
Joshua Thiede
Outstanding Graduate in Anthropology
Anthropology senior with the highest GPA within the major and overall
Casey Potts
Mary Sekas Ceramic Award
Art major with outstanding achievement in the area of ceramics
Julia Wargo
Marshall Kuhn Memorial Award
Named in memory of a former Art Department chairperson, full-time Art major of unusual artistic talent and solid academic credentials
Edward Coe
Charles Darwin Book Award for Excellence in Zoology
Biology major with the highest GPA in zoology-based courses
Mia Forgione
Edward Jenner Book Award for Excellence in Cell and Molecular Biology
Biology major with the highest GPA in cell- and molecular-based courses
Departmental Honors in Biology
Thesis Title: Local (mal)adaptation to Road Salt in Populations of an Amphibian, Rana sylvatica
Amelia Hoyt
Noble Proctor Research Award
Biology major having contributed significantly to independent scientific research in the Biology Department
Jocelyn Marston
Harlan Stevenson Service Award
Biology major having contributed significantly to the Biology Department
Kelvin Mintah
Rachel Carson Book Award for Excellence in Ecology
Biology major with the highest GPA in ecology-based courses
Guadalupe Nava
Harold Amos Book Award for Excellence in Microbiology
Biology major with the highest GPA in microbiology-based courses
Stephanie Preising
Barbara McClintock Book Award
Graduating Biology major having demonstrated excellence in plant biology
Stephanie Preising
Departmental Honors in Biology
Thesis Title: Grapevine Virus Diseases in Connecticut and Fig Mosaic Disease and the Associated Culprits
Stephanie Richard
Stephen Collins Academic Achievement Award in Biology
Biology major with the highest GPA in Biology courses
Departmental Honors in Biology
Thesis Title: Organic to Mineral Shell Components through Molluscan Growth Stages
Annie Beckett
ACS Undergraduate Award in Inorganic Chemistry
Chemistry major demonstrating superior academic ability in inorganic chemistry, sponsored by the American Chemical Society
Rachel Kelsall
Departmental Honors in Chemistry
Thesis Title: The Chemistry of Brewing: Exploring the Synergistic Relationship Between Science Education and Beer
Melissa Palma Cuapio
Outstanding Senior Award in Chemistry
Senior in Chemistry with the highest GPA
Departmental Honors in Chemistry
Thesis Title: Synthesis and Antibacterial Testing of 1H 5-Aryl Substituted Tetrazoles
Thomas Poirier
Departmental Honors in Chemistry
Thesis Title: The Suzuki-Miyaura Reaction and Biological Activity of Oxoazaboranes
Noel Womack
ACS Undergraduate Award in Organic Chemistry
Chemistry major demonstrating superior academic ability in analytical chemistry, sponsored by the American Chemical Society
Departmental Honors in Chemistry
Thesis Title: Optimization of Suzuki-Miyaura Reaction Conditions and Antibacterial Assessment of Oxazaborolidine Derivatives
Iesha Brown
Lawrence E. Fitzgerald Award for Outstanding Achievement in Advertising and Promotions
Communication major who demonstrates commitment, character, and leadership in the Advertising and Promotions concentration
Danielle Elbert
Award for Scholastic Achievement in Communication
Communication major with highest overall GPA
Molly Flanagan
Departmental Honors in Communication, Media, and Screen Studies
Thesis Title: Hand-Me-Down Rebellion: a Multimedia Approach to Recording an Irish Family History
Kennan P. Martin
Lawrence E. Fitzgerald Award for Outstanding Achievement in Personal and Professional Communication
Communication major who demonstrates commitment, character, and leadership in the Personal and Professional Communication concentration
Cassandra Veltri
Lawrence E. Fitzgerald Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film, Television and Digital Production
Communication major who demonstrates commitment, character, and leadership in the Film, Television and Digital Production concentration
Tiffanie A. Edwards
Academic Excellence in Computer Science
The Computer Science major of senior status, voted by the faculty, in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in Computer Science in the Computer Information Systems concentration.
Departmental Honors in Computer Science
Thesis Title: Deep Learning for Serial Fusion Based User Authentication
Elizabeth S. Endri
Computer Science Service Award
Graduating senior who exhibits exceptional leadership efforts that enrich the Computer Science Department and the University
Departmental Honors in Computer Science
Thesis Title: Convolutional Neural Networks for Pavement Crack Detection Using Asphalt Pavement Images
Karthik Gomathinayagam
Academic Excellence in Computer Science
The Computer Science (General) major of senior status, voted by the faculty, in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in Computer Science.
Kevin G. Magbaleta
Computer Science Community Service Award
Graduating computer science senior who exhibits exceptional leadership efforts that enrich the local community with technology
Rayleen Paret
Academic Excellence in Computer Science
The Computer Science major of senior status, voted by the faculty, in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in Computer Science in the Computer Information Systems concentration.
Cameron S. Rho
Academic Excellence in Computer Science
The Computer Science (General) major of senior status, voted by the faculty, in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in Computer Science.
Téa Carter
Chairperson's Award for Outstanding English Major
Outstanding English major with excellence in writing, service, and coursework
Zella Collier
English Professional Writing Award
English major with excellence in professional writing
Chloe Lecy
English Literary Studies Essay Award
English award with outstanding writing in literary studies
Lauren Reilly
Departmental Honors in English
Thesis Title: An Examination of Cross-Dressing Women in Shakespeare's Plays: Gender and Liminality on the Early Modern Stage
Natalie Rogers
Creative Writing Award
English major with excellence in creative writing
Departmental Honors in English
Thesis Title: Sprouted: A Collection of Short Stories
Stephanie Sirois
Departmental Honors in English
Thesis Title: Where They Want You: A Collection of Short Stories
Paul Viebranz
English Secondary Education Award
English major with excellence in secondary education
Laura Abreu
Departmental Honors in Environment, Geography and Marine Sciences
Thesis Title: Perceptions of the Climate Crisis and Climate Justice Among Southern Connecticut State University Students
Lauren E. Brideau
Outstanding Student Achievement Award
Senior in the Department of Environment, Geography and Marine Sciences, who was distinguished through exemplary scholarship
Departmental Honors in Environment, Geography and Marine Sciences
Thesis Title: Coastal Sediment Dispersal Patterns at Hammonasset Beach State Park: Towards an Alternative Beach Restoration Technique
Brooke Mercaldi
Department Honors in Environment, Geography and Marine Sciences
Thesis Title: Examining the Beach Dynamics of the Connecticut Shoreline and Their Implications for Coastal Zone Management
Nicole K. Gigas
Outstanding Student Achievement Award
Senior in the Department of Environment, Geography and Marine Sciences, who was distinguished through exemplary scholarship
Emma Clini
Departmental Honors in History
Thesis Title: Persephone Through the Ages: An Exploration of the Individuation of the Greek Goddess Throughout Time, Literature, Art, and Music
Brenda Fernandes
Excellence in History Award
Senior in History with the highest GPA
Nicole Healy
Outstanding Achievement in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.8
Martin Lippai
Outstanding Achievement in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.8
Robert Phipps, Sr. Award
Outstanding senior History paper
Patrick Moore
Outstanding Achievement in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.8
Derek Pearson
Outstanding Achievement in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.8
Gabriela Rodriguez
Distinction in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.7
John Saksa
Outstanding Achievement in History Award
Senior in History with GPA above 3.8
John Wells
Departmental Honors in History
Thesis Title: The Untold History of Traumatic Brain Injuries in American Football
Laurie Gardner
Academic Excellence in Interdisciplinary Studies
Senior in Interdisciplinary Studies B.A. with academic excellence
Maui Lopez
Academic Excellence in Interdisciplinary Studies
Senior in Interdisciplinary Studies B.S. with academic excellence
Amanda Cavoto
Crescent magazine Journalist of the Year for outstanding service to Crescent magazine
Samuel Fix
Crescent magazine Journalist of the Year for outstanding service to Crescent magazine
Tamonda Griffiths
Southern News Journalist of the Year
Newspaper staff member with outstanding service in reporting, editing, and leadership
Jessica Guerrucci
Southern News Journalist of the Year
Newspaper staff member with outstanding service in reporting, editing, and leadership
Kaitlyn Regan
Robin Marshall Glassman Outstanding Journalism Graduate
Graduating Journalism major with a high GPA who has demonstrated a commitment to the field
Alexandra Scicchitano
Robin Marshall Glassman Outstanding Journalism Graduate
Graduating Journalism major with a high GPA who has demonstrated a commitment to the field
Jacob Waring
Crescent magazine Journalist of the Year for outstanding service to Crescent magazine
Vasana Francois
Mathematics Prize
Senior Mathematics major demonstrating excellence in SCSU coursework and a deep commitment to the study of mathematics; selected by a vote of the full-time faculty
Candace Naude
Jack and Anne Litten Memorial Award for Excellence in Music Performance
Graduating senior in Music with high academic standing and who has consistently demonstrated excellence in musical performance throughout his/her collegiate career
Thomas Pelton
Mike Moss Memorial Award for Excellence in Music
Graduating senior in Music with high academic standing and exceptional participation in department music ensembles, named after the long-time chair of the Music Department who ardently supported, encouraged, and directed many of the ensembles
Youssef Maklad
Forrest Peterson Award for Excellence in Philosophy
Excellence in the study of philosophy and a credit to the department and the University
Juliana R. Thomasson
Forrest Peterson Award for Excellence in Philosophy
Excellence in the study of philosophy and a credit to the department and the University
Kevin Vrabel
Forrest Peterson Award for Excellence in Philosophy
Excellence in the study of philosophy and a credit to the department and the University
Kyle G. Broderick
Outstanding Academic Achievement in Physics Award
In recognition for demonstrating outstanding academic performance to the major and Department of Physics
Michael John Miceli
Outstanding Service in Physics Award
In recognition for demonstrating outstanding service to the major and Department of Physics
Rian Tucci
Departmental Honors in Physics
Thesis Title: Characterization of MnO2--MWCNT Nanocomposite for Supercapacitor Applications
Ricardo Vivar
Departmental Honors in Physics
Thesis Title: Characterizing the Parity of Relativistic Heavy Ion Collision Systems via Analysis of the Electric and Magnetic Fields
Nicholas Alexiades
Departmental Honors in Political Science
Thesis Title: City-Wide School Construction and Desegregation in New Haven Connecticut (1993-2013)
Téa Carter
John O. Iatrides Award for Excellence
Awarded to a senior in Political Science for excellence in the discipline
John W. Critzer Valedictorian Award in Political Science
Senior in Political Science with the highest GPA.
Departmental Honors in Political Science
Thesis Title: The Role of Values in a Nation's Innovativeness and How Stories May Shape Them?
Shane Da Silva-Novotny
David F. Walsh Award for Excellence
Awarded to a senior in Political Science for excellence in the discipline
Shane Lester
Arthur Paulson Award for Service to the University
Awarded to the senior in Political Science for outstanding service to the department and to the university
David Notholt
Kul B. Rai Award for Best Capstone Paper
Major in Political Science with the best capstone paper
Zachary Sousa
Paul J. Best Award for Excellence
Awarded to a senior in Political Science for excellence in the discipline
Storm Corrow
Dr. Edward Thompson Award
Psychology major with outstanding achievement in the face of significant adversity or challenge
Brian Duphiney
Academic Excellence in Psychology
Psychology major of senior status with the highest GPA
Ledia Fazo
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: A Protocol for Reducing Anxiety in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bianca Kennedy
Psychology Department Service Award
Psychology major with outstanding service to the department, university, and community
Caitlyn Koster
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Continuity Versus Discontinuity Between Human and Animal in the Modern Day: How Naturalistic Intelligence in College Students Predicts the Perception of Animal Reasoning
Peter McEachern
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Facebook, Twitter, and Intellectual Humility
Jillian Murphy
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Articulation Errors Amongst Children with ASD
Stephanie Nesdale
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Bridging the Communication Gap between Pediatric Healthcare Providers and Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Victoria Rooney
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Caregiver Assessment Results Provide Insight on Effect of SSD on Social Communication
Troy Stegman
Academic Excellence in Psychology
Psychology major of senior status with the highest GPA
Natasha Tarbell
Dr. Cynthia MacRitchie Developmental Science Research Award
Excellence in developmental research
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Phonemic Restoration for Audiovisual Speech in the Broader Autism Phenotype
Johanna Wahlen
Academic Excellence in Psychology
Psychology major of senior status with the highest GPA
Dr. James Mazur Award
Psychology major with excellence in psychological research
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: The Effect of Gender Stereotype Threat and Motivation on Women's Cognitive Performance
Sophia Whipple
Academic Excellence in Psychology
Psychology major of senior status with the highest GPA
Departmental Honors in Psychology
Thesis Title: Effects on Rat Brain and Behavior Following Exposure to Cannabis: A Literature Review
Kristen M. Amarone
Academic Achievement Award, B.S. in Sociology
Sociology B.S. senior with a high GPA and with consensus of the faculty
Joshua J. Brown
Academic Achievement Award-B.A. in Sociology
Sociology B.A. senior with a high GPA and with consensus of the faculty
Department Honors in Sociology
Thesis Title: College Student's Opinions on Policy Initiatives to Make Schools Safer in the Post-Columbine Era
Vittoria Rose Cristante
Theatre Scholar Award
Graduating senior in Theatre with the highest GPA
Departmental Honors in Theatre
Thesis Title: A Study of Musical Number Storyline Integration of ''Golden Age'' Musicals Versus ''Juke Box'' Musicals
Chloe C. Lecy
Outstanding Women's and Gender Studies Student
Women's and Gender Studies minor with excellence in academics, leadership, and community service
Elena F. Lofgren
Outstanding Women's and Gender Studies Student
Women's and Gender Studies minor with excellence in academics, leadership, and community service
Mike D. Sanger
Ingrid Washinawatok El-Issa Service Award
Excellence in academics, leadership, and community service
Tommi Crowley
Academic Excellence in Italian
Senior majoring in Italian with highest GPA
Zachary Delman
Constance Cryer Ecklund Award for Excellence in French
Senior in French with highest GPA
Miguel A. Diaz
Academic Excellence in Spanish
Senior majoring in Spanish with highest GPA
Joshua Pulfrey
Academic Excellence in German
Senior taking German courses with high GPA
Paulina Lamot
Outstanding Student in Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
Income Tax Assistance Volunteer exhibiting exceptional service to the school and the community
Kiersten Lee Snyder
Outstanding Senior in Accounting
Senior in the Accounting concentration with the highest GPA
Kyle Raymond Tuttle
Outstanding Peer Academic Leader in Accounting
Peer academic leader with highest GPA
Christian Krysinski
Academic Achievement in Business Information Systems
Senior in Business Information Systems with the highest GPA
Benjamin Stein
Outstanding Senior in Business Economics
Senior in Business Economics with the highest GPA
Peter Ott
Departmental Honors in Finance
Thesis Title: A Study Examining the Effectiveness of Financial Literacy Education for High School Students
Matthew Peterson
Outstanding Senior in Business Finance
Senior in Business Finance with a high GPA
Julia V. Dichello
Academic Achievement in Management
Senior in Management with the highest GPA
Thomas Gironda
Academic Achievement in International Business
Senior in International Business with the highest GPA
Ana Alvarez-Ovalle
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Megan Bari
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Kaitlyn Carlson
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Danielle Caselli
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Nina Filippone
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Huber Lopez
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Jeet Patel
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Gabriella Zuk
Outstanding Academic Performance in Marketing
Marketing senior with the highest GPA
Katelyn Brodeur
Outstanding Early Childhood Student Award
Outstanding senior in the Early Childhood program
Marie Chutjian
Outstanding Elementary Education Student Award
Outstanding senior in either the Elementary Education, Collaborative Special Ed/Elementary Ed, or Bilingual Elementary Education program
Samantha Crans
Departmental Honors in Curriculum and Learning
Thesis Title: Teachers' Perspectives on the Promotion of Early Childhood Social-Emotional Development in Outdoor Play-Based Learning Environments
Megan Robertson
Elizabeth Foye Departmental Award
Senior in Elementary or Early Childhood with a high GPA and expertise in language arts and literacy
Emma Soltis
Nancy Lane Marano Memorial Award
Senior in Elementary Education or Early Childhood with a high GPA showing exemplary work in literacy or language arts
Nicole Waibel
Jennifer McLeod Memorial Award
Senior in Elementary or Early Childhood with a high GPA and a promise of becoming an exemplary teacher
Indiana G. Whiteman
Outstanding Graduate in Information and Library Science
Senior in Information and Management Services with the highest GPA
Anna Cullen
Millie McDermott Service Award in Special Education
Special Education senior with academic achievement, service, and innovative commitment to special education
Megan C. Garner
Outstanding Senior in Special Education
Special Education senior with the highest overall performance in the program
Thesis Title: A Study Examining High School Coaches’ Attitudes Towards the Inclusion of Athletes with Moderate to Severe Disabilities
Jillian B. Chambers
Dean's Award in Health and Human Services
Outstanding academic performance and community service in the College of Health and Human Services
Jillian B. Chambers
Departmental Honors in Communication Disorders
Thesis Title: The Impact of Stuttering on Quality of Life
Rachel Iassogna
Departmental Honors in Communication Disorders
Thesis Title: Increasing Language for Communication in Children with ASD Using Sign Language
Alexis Zhitomi
Departmental Honors in Communication Disorders
Thesis Title: The Impact of Dysphagia Assessment on the Clinical Management and Outcomes in Veterans with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Madeline Lynch
Departmental Honors in Health and Movement Sciences
Thesis Title: Activity Profile of NCAA Division II Women's Soccer Players Using GPS Tracking Devices
Emma Martone
Departmental Honors in Health and Movement Sciences
Thesis Title: Investigation of the Relationship between Regular Physical Activity and the Presence and Severity of Major Depressive Symptoms
Special Project (Due to Covid-19 Quarantine) Occupational Therapy Assistive Equipment Prescription
Ronald Vargas
Lloyd Barrow Award in Athletic Training
Outstanding senior in Athletic Training, based on academic success, clinical performance, and service to the program/profession
Cephas Ayellakai
Immaculata M. Alba Excellence in Nursing Award
In recognition of excellence in academic theory and clinical practice, graduating senior who has demonstrated a high degree of excellence in nursing and has attained a 3.5 GPA or higher, including grades of B or better in all Nursing courses
Angelica Castro
Nursing Department Service Award
Graduating senior in recognition of outstanding performance and commitment to preprofessional activities, community activities, and/or unique learning experiences which enhance the educational process
Min J. Kim
Immaculata M. Alba Excellence in Nursing Award
In recognition of excellence in academic theory and clinical practice, graduating ACE student who has demonstrated a high degree of excellence in nursing and has attained a 3.5 GPA or higher, including grades of B or better in all Nursing courses
Reaghan Bathrick
Departmental Honors in Public Health
Thesis Title: A Study Examining the Effect of Contraceptive Education on Self-Efficacy
Mahoghany Dolberry
Public Health Award for Excellence
Public Health senior achieving exemplary academic standing and a meaningful contribution to the field of public health through service
Elroie Fiseha
Departmental Honors in Public Health
Thesis Title: The Use of Vending Machines Among Different Demographics of College Students
Sierra Pettway
Public Health Award for Excellence
Public Health senior achieving exemplary academic standing and a meaningful contribution to the field of public health through service
Alex Wilbour
Kay Keiser Valedictory Award
Award for highest GPA for a graduating Public Health major
Michael Centoni
Jack George Recreation and Leisure Studies Award
Senior in Recreation and Leisure Studies who exceled in the classroom and in the field
Stormy Coppola
Kenneth Murphy Recreation Therapy Award
Senior in Recreation Therapy who exceled in the classroom and in the practice of recreation therapy
Karla Mayorga
Kenneth Murphy Recreation Therapy Award
Senior in Recreation Therapy who exceled in the classroom and in the practice of recreation therapy
Evan Rubin
RTSM Department Award
RTSM Department award for academic excellence in the field of Sport Management
Tatiana Singleton
Dr. Joseph Panza Award
High academic achievement through hard work, determination, and perseverance
Timothy Weed
Jack George Recreation and Leisure Studies Award
Senior in Recreation and Leisure Studies who exceled in the classroom and in the field
Talisa Clay
Social Work Writing Award
Social Work senior who demonstrated strong mastery and creative and accurate development of social work concepts through a paper with evidence of critical thinking
Jason Crowell
Departmental Honors in Social Work
Thesis Title: A Description of Antecedent Social Reactivity to Substance Use Disorders: A Comparison of the American Approach to Substance Abuse to Countries Embracing Policies Focused on Harm-Reduction and Public Health
Miranda Fabre
Social Justice Advocate Award
Social Work senior who advocated for social change to those in positions of power and led an initiative with other students to advocate for social justice at the local, state, and federal level
Edward Martinez
Social Work Class Leadership Award
Social Work senior who demonstrated initiative, collaboration, and support for students' learning
Ashley Olsen
Departmental Honors in Social Work
Thesis Title: Access to School-based Suicide Prevention Programs: A Retrospective Study of College Student Experience
Kylie Pappas
Social Work Internship Award
Social Work senior who designed and implemented a new service that has been integrated into an agency or organization and is being used by other social workers and providers
Mikaela Rivera
Departmental Honors in Social Work
Thesis Title: A Study Examining the Screening Practices and Resources for Social Determinants of Health Among Health Facilities that Include Women's Services within New Haven
Nicole VanEtten
Michele Wheeler Social Work Service Award
Social Work senior who provided leadership for B.S.W. students by representing student interests at department meetings and activities and services as an elected officer for the Social Welfare Organization
Téa Carter
University Scholar Athlete Award
Graduating senior student-athlete with academic excellence while upholding the principles of integrity, athletic achievement, and sportsmanship
Mia E. Forgione
Will Hochman Excellence in Writing Award
Given by the Writing Center and the Writing Across the Curriculum Committee to a senior with a GPA over 3.0 whose submitted paper exempli?es the highest standards of writing in the University
Lauren M. Reilly
Will Hochman Excellence in Writing Award
Given by the Writing Center and the Writing Across the Curriculum Committee to a senior with a GPA over 3.0 whose submitted paper exempli?es the highest standards of writing in the University
Amanda Valentin
University Service Award
Presented to a student who has demonstrated a commitment to civic engagement and community services and has performed acts of courage, vision, dedication and tenacity that have had a measurable impact on the University and the local community.
Halley Shambra
University Leadership Award
Presented to a student who has demonstrated the ability to motivate and lead others, has given their time and talents in an effort to better the college community and has been actively involved in University-sponsored events and activities.
Katharine Buckheit
President's Award
For a student who represents the values and mission of Southern Connecticut State University through an exemplary record of scholarship, leadership, and service to the institution
Presented in Honor of Henry Barnard who served as the first President of the Connecticut State University System and is presented by the CSU System Foundation. Student must have a GPA of 3.7 or higher and show evidence of outstanding participation in University and/or community life.
Amber Archambault
Brooke Mercaldi
Melissa Palma Cuapio
Alexis Zhitomi
A four-year program designed for the academically superior student which includes an Honors thesis or independent project.
With highest honors: 3.9-4.0 overall GPA
With high honors: 3.7-3.89 overall GPA
With honors: 3.5-3.69 overall GPA
