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Lafayette will honor students for academic excellence at the annual All-College Honors Convocation Sunday, April 17, at the Williams Center for the Arts.
The College will present awards and prizes to more than 100 students who have attained outstanding academic success and recognize students invited to become members of Phi Beta Kappa.
The keynote speaker will be Dina A. DeFalco ’95, vice president in the Law Division of Morgan Stanley.
Also speaking will be President Arthur J. Rothkopf ’55; Diane Cole Ahl, Arthur J. ’55 and Barbara S. Rothkopf Professor of Art History and chair of the Faculty Academic Progress Committee; and Provost June Schlueter.
Prizes will be awarded by Arthur D. Gorman, associate professor of mathematics and chair of the Faculty Subcommittee on Honors Convocation, and Gladstone A. Hutchinson, dean of studies.
DeFalco received a J.D. from Harvard Law School. Prior to her current position, she was a litigation associate at Morvillo, Abramowitz, Grand, Iason & Silberberg, P.C., and Clifford Chance LLP. A summa cum laude graduate of Lafayette, she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and served as class valedictorian. She received the 1995 Frank Kline Baker Spanish and Latin American Civilization Award, and was a state finalist for a Rhodes Scholarship. DeFalco served as president of the International Affairs Club, studied abroad in Florence, Italy, and was involved with many activities, including Drama Society and several musical ensembles.
(Note: Marquis Scholars and Trustee Scholarship recipients, selected from among Lafayette’s most promising applicants, receive a special merit-based financial award and educational benefits. In the EXCEL Scholars program, students do collaborative research with faculty while earning a stipend.)
Art
Frederick Knecht Detwiller Prize. Awarded to a senior art major for distinguished work in art and art history.
Marly I. Hammer ’05 (art), Colts Neck, N.J.
Vivian B. Noblett Prize in Studio Art. Awarded to an art major(s)—with preference given to a student with an interest in studio art—who has demonstrated proficiency in painting and drawing and who shows potential for future achievements.
Nicole M. Kozyra ’05 (art/English), Marlton, N.J. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Thomas G. Yohe Memorial Prize in Studio Art. Awarded to a student who displays creativity in drawing and illustration.
Stephanie A. Moss ’05(art), Linwood, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
English
H. MacKnight Black Poetry and Literature Prize. Awarded annually to the student who submits the best poem or group of poems in a contest conducted by the Department of English.
Alexis F. Siemons ’05 (communications and culture), Moorestown, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Class of 1883 Prize. Awarded to a senior(s) who, in the opinion of the faculty in the Department of English, has demonstrated excellence in English.
Meredith L. Jeffers ’05 (English), Latham, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
Jean Corrie Poetry Prize. Awarded annually to first-, second-, and third-year students who submit the best poetry in a contest conducted by the Academy of American Poets.
Danielle M. Pollaci ’06 (English/international affairs), Trenton, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Gilbert Prize. Awarded annually to students who, in the judgment of the Department of English, have demonstrated superiority in English.
Jessica L. Lasak ’05 (English), Broomall, Pa.
Lindsay M. Rutt ’05 (English/American studies), Stevens, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Suzanne M. Ryder ’05 (English), Pittman, N.J. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Barbara L. Woodfin ’05 (English/French), Mendon, Mass.
Alex Gendler ’06 (English), Elmwood Park, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Gregory A. Herchenroether ’06 (English/art), Pittsburgh, Pa. (Trustee Scholar)
Marianna R. Macri ’06 (English), Malvern, Pa. (Trustee Scholar)
Danielle M. Pollaci ’06 (English/international affairs), Trenton, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Jesslyn S. Roebuck ’06 (Engish/international affairs), Montgomery, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Kiira E. Benzing ’07 (English), Ridgewood, N.J.
Amanda J. Finkelstein ’07 (English), Syosset, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
Megan J. Kunkelman ’07 (English), Narvon, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
David E. Platt ’07 (English), Langhorne, Pa.
Jaclyn S. Smith ’07, Saugus, Calif. (Marquis Scholar)
Stephanie B. Stomel ’07 (psychology), Cherry Hill, N.J.
Meaghan E. Zentgraf ’07 (English), Lansdale, Pa.
I. Clinton Kline Prize. Awarded to the senior who has demonstrated excellence in acting, directing, or technical theater.
Toni A. Ahrens ’05 (psychology/English), Hamilton. N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Frank Kline Baker Spanish and Latin American Civilization Award. Awarded annually to students who attain the greatest proficiency in the study of Spanish and Latin American Civilization.
Amanda H. Bochner ’05 (international economics and commerce/Spanish), Westwood, N.J.
Veronica E. Hart ’05 (economics and business/Spanish), Sewanee, Tenn. (EXCEL Scholar)
Meredith L. Jeffers ’05 (English), Latham, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
Amalie Lomartire ’05 (biology/Spanish), Highland Park, Ill.
Daysi C. Pereira ’05 (Spanish), West New York, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
George H. Catlin Prize. Awarded annually to the senior with the highest average in the study of the classics.
Steven R. Schrum ’05(history), Flanders, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
James Alexander Petrie Prize in French. Awarded annually to a student(s) demonstrating a high degree of proficiency in French.
Emily E. Gould ’05 (international affairs/French), Northport, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)
Meghan E. Jackson ’05 (French/philosophy), Tokyo, Japan (Marquis Scholar)
Peggy A. Johnson ’05 (biochemistry/French), Bishop, Calif. (EXCEL Scholar)
Laura C. Roberts ’05(English/French), Cornelius, N.C. (Marquis Scholar)
Gozde Ulas ’05 (B.S. biochemistry/A.B. French), (EXCEL Scholar), Nicosia, Cyprus
Barbara L. Woodfin ’05 (English/French), Mendon, Mass.
Rexroth Prize in German. Awarded to a student for meritorious achievement in German.
Outstanding Senior Award:
Briana Niblick ’05 (civil engineering/German), Hatboro, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Culture/Literature Studies Award:
Zane Lachlan Pitcairn Ferguson ’06 (psychology), Shokan, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar)
Joseph P. Martin ’06 (international economics and commerce), Garden City, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar)
Language Studies Award:
Sarah L. Smith ’07 (biology), Gap, Pa. (Trustee Scholar)
Caitlin A. Kelly ’08 (biology), Cutchogue, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar)
Class of 1884 R. B. Youngman Greek Prize. warded annually to a student who has demonstrated a high degree of proficiency in Greek as determined by the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
Meghan E. Jackson ’05 (French/philosophy), Tokyo, Japan (Marquis Scholar)
Music
Ralph Scott Grover Music Scholar Award. Presented to a student who has achieved distinction in music scholarship.
Ashlee L. Snyder ’05 (B.S. neuroscience/A.B. music), Gilbertsville, Pa.
John D. Raymond Music Award. Awarded annually by the Department of Music to a deserving music student(s).
John S. Furlong Jr. ’05 (music), Hopewell, N.J.
Reverend J. W. and R. S. Porter Bible Prize. Awarded annually to students judged by the Department of Religious Studies to have demonstrated high proficiency in the study of religion, based upon work done in their first and second years.
Nkosi O. Aberdeen ’06 (anthropology and sociology/Africana Studies), St. Joseph, Trinidad and Tobago
Allan M. Amanik ’06 (government & law and foreign languages), Lakewood, N.J.
Benjamin M. Berlow ’06 (psychology), Palmerton, Pa.
Kelly M. Cusick ’06 (religious studies), Scarsdale, N.Y.
Alison C. Sweeney ’06 (psychology), Wayne, Pa.
Africana Studies
Africana Studies Scholastic Award. Awarded to a student(s) selected by Africana Studies program faculty who has demonstrated academic excellence and potential for future leadership in American society.
Nkosi O. Aberdeen ’06 (anthropology and sociology/Africana studies), St. Joseph, Trinidad and Tobago
Ndeshifewa E. N. T. Shejavali ’06 (international affairs/Africana studies), Windhoek, Namibia
Anthropology and Sociology
Paul Bernon Memorial Prize in Sociology. Awarded each year by the faculty in the Department of Anthropology and Sociology to the graduating senior most outstanding in sociology.
Inku Subedi ’05 (anthropology and sociology/psychology), Kathmandu, Nepal (EXCEL Scholar)
Economics and Business
John H. Allen Prize. Awarded to the author of the best essay in public finance, as judged by a committee within the Department of Economics and Business.
Cantrell E. Donley ’05 (economics and business), York, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Department of Economics and Business Award for Scholastic Excellence. Awarded to a student for outstanding academic performance in economics and business and for leadership in departmental activities.
Veronica E. Hart ’05 (economics and business/Spanish), Sewanee, Tenn. (EXCEL Scholar)
Robert F. Hunsicker Educational Prize. Awarded to a student who has done meritorious work in the area of small-business studies.
Matthew J. Guadagno ’05 (economics and business), Short Hills, N.J.
Institute of Internal Auditors Award for excellence in Accounting-Related Studies. Given to a student for excellence in accounting and business subjects.
Usman S. Khan ’05 (B.S. electrical and computer engineering/A.B. mathematics-economics), Karachi, Pakistan (EXCEL Scholar)
Institute of Management Accountants Award. Given to a student for excellence in accounting.
Emily L. Fogelberg ’05 (economics and business/history), Plymouth, Minn. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Award. Given to a graduating senior for excellence in accounting and for participation in college and community affairs.
Magee E. Perini ’05 (mathematics/economics and business), Cornwall, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
J.H. Tarbell Award. Awarded to a student who demonstrates an understanding of financial operations and institutions.
David K. Mitchell ’05 (music/economics and business), Bear Creek, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award. Given to a student whose academic performance in economics and business is considered exceptional.
Shreedhar Sasikumar ’05 (economics and business/international relations), Trivandrum, Kerala, India (EXCEL Scholar)
Government and Law
Minerva and Emil V. Novak Prize in Government and Law. Presented annually to a student(s) majoring in government and law based on overall excellence in academic work and citizenship in the campus community.
Laura J. Capotosto ’05 (psychology/government and law), Berwick, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Josie A. Dykstra ’05 (English/government and law), Doylestown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Sarah M. Hazel ’05 (government and law/English), Perkasie, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
John C. Stephenson ’05 (government and law), Kintnersville, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Benton M. Wilmoth IV ’05 (government and law/international affairs), Marysville, Ohio (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
History
Class of 1910 Prize. Awarded annually by the Department of History to the senior student(s) who has excelled in the study of history or in an allied field of humanities and who, in the determination of the department, manifests the greatest promise for responsible civic leadership and public service.
Emily L. Fogelberg ’05 (economics and business/history), Plymouth, Minn. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Virginia S. Foulkrod ’05 (history/geology), Liverpool, N.Y.
Brian M. Geraghty ’05 (history/religious studies), Hanover, N.H. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Steven R. Schrum ’05(history), Flanders, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
Biology
Willis Roberts Hunt Biology Prize. Awarded annually to the senior biology student(s) felt by the members of the department to be most deserving.
Melissa J. Kirk ’05 (biology), Easton, Conn.
Kathryn G. McFadden ’05 (biology), Walnutport, Pa.
Chemistry
American Chemical Society Division of Polymer Chemistry Award. Presented to the sophomore or junior chemistry major with the most outstanding performance in the first two semesters of organic chemistry.
Laura E. Hagopian ’06 (chemistry), Chelmsford, Mass. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
American Chemical Society Prize. Given by the Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society to the outstanding senior chemistry major for achievement in chemistry.
Ryan T. Evans ’05 (biochemistry), Mohrsville, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
American Chemical Society Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry. Presented to the junior chemistry major with the greatest achievement in the study of analytical chemistry (2003-04 winner).
Caitlin Sullivan ’05 (chemistry), Bethlehem, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
American Institute of Chemists Award. Presented by the Philadelphia Chapter of the Pennsylvania Institute of Chemists to a senior chemistry major in recognition of his/her demonstrated record of leadership, character, and scholastic achievement.
Stacey M. Cromer ’05 (chemistry), Dillsburg, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Chemical Rubber Company Freshman Achievement Award. Presented to the most outstanding first-year student in general chemistry.
Teresa J. Cridge ’06 (biology/government and law), Newtown, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
William Forris Hart ’27 Chemistry Prize. Presented to a junior or senior chemistry major for proficiency in organic chemistry and potential for further achievement in chemistry.
Ryan T. Evans ’05 (biochemistry), Mohrsville, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Merck Index Award. Given to a senior for superior academic work in chemistry and promise of future excellence.
Maura E. Scolere ’05 (biochemistry), Clarks Summit, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Carl J. Staska Prize. Awarded each year to a student(s) who has demonstrated a degree of proficiency in chemical laboratory skills.
Elizabeth A. Dethoff ’05 (chemistry), Reading, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
J. Hunt Wilson 1905 Prize in Analytical Chemistry. Awarded annually to the senior chemistry major with the highest ranking in courses and research in analytical chemistry.
Ryan T. Evans ’05 (biochemistry), Mohrsville, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Computer Science
James P. Schwar Prize. Awarded annually in honor of James P. Schwar, professor of computer science from 1962-2000, to a deserving computer science student.
Bryan N. Culbertson ’07 (computer science), Daytona Beach, Fla. (Trustee Scholar)
Geology and Environmental Geosciences
James L. Dyson Geology Award. Presented annually to that student(s) majoring in geology who, by academic achievements and character, exemplifies the ideals by which James L. Dyson lived and worked.
Erik L. Person ’06 (geology), Bridgewater, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Amy M. Spooner ’06 (geology), Clifton Park, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)
Arthur Montgomery Geology Award. Awarded annually to a student of high academic achievement or with a special interest in mineralogy and petrology, in honor of Arthur Montgomery, professor of geology 1951-75.
Virginia S. Foulkrod ’05 (history/geology), Liverpool, N.Y.
Mathematics
Benjamin F. Barge Mathematical Prize. Awarded annually to first-year students or members of the sophomore class in recognition for excellence in mathematics. Students are selected after competition among the members of the class for meritorious solutions of original problems (2004 winners).
Jacob M. Carson ’06 (mathematics), New Richmond, Ohio (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Aydin Gerek ’07 (physics), Istanbul, Turkey
Haotian Wu ’07 (physics/mathematics), Jiangsu, China (EXCEL Scholar)
Professor James P. Crawford Prize in Mathematics. Awarded to a student who has made a special contribution to the mathematics community at Lafayette by participating in and providing leadership for the cocurricular activities of the department.
Maria A. Azimova ’06 (B.S. chemical engineering/A.B. mathematics), Tashkent, Uzbekistan (EXCEL Scholar)
Wesley S. Mitman Prize. Awarded to the graduating senior most outstanding in mathematics.
Kevin J. Penderghest ’05 (mathematics), Lindenwold, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Blerta Shtylla ’05 (mathematics), Tirana, Albania (EXCEL Scholar)
Neuroscience
William C. Rappolt ’67 and Walter Oechsle ’57 Neuroscience Prize. Awarded to an outstanding senior based on scholarship in the classroom and laboratory and service to the major, college or community.
Susan P. Bothwell ’05 (neuroscience), Warminster, Pa. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Megan J. Coyer ’05 (neuroscience), Slippery Rock, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Psychology
Burton H. Cohen Memorial Prize. Awarded annually to a senior psychology major who has demonstrated the necessary inclination, intellectual curiosity, determination, and potential to become a dedicated, creative, selfless teacher. The term “teacher” is to be interpreted in the broadest sense of the word.
Julie E. Phelan ’05 (art/psychology), Westfield, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Herbert W. Rogers Psychology Prize. Awarded annually to the outstanding senior psychology major(s) judged by the department to be the most deserving.
Inku Subedi ’05 (anthropology and sociology/psychology), Kathmandu, Nepal (EXCEL Scholar)
William G. McLean Tau Beta Pi Prize. Awarded annually to a sophomore engineering student based on academic performance, campus citizenship, and professional orientation.
Nikolce Gorevski ’07 (chemical engineering), Bitola, Macedonia (EXCEL Scholar)
Mateen Poonawala ’07 (B.S. mechanical engineering/A.B. mathematics-economics), Karachi, Pakistan (EXCEL Scholar)
A.B. Engineering
Charles L. Best Memorial Prize in A.B. Engineering. Awarded annually to senior students who best exemplify the ideals behind the Bachelor of Arts in Engineering degree and who have demonstrated leadership in the Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Program.
Jairo M. Amarillo ’05 (A.B. engineering/art), Haverhill, Mass. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Britney J. McCoy ’05 (A.B. engineering/government and law), Upper Marlboro, Md. (EXCEL Scholar)
Jenny D. Moerschbacher ’05 (A.B. engineering), Selinsgrove, Pa. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Chemical Engineering
American Institute of Chemical Engineers Donald F. Othmer Award. Given to the junior student majoring in chemical engineering who has attained the highest grade point average for two years.
Matthew J. Root ’06 (chemical engineering), Benton, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
American Institute of Chemists Award. Presented by the Philadelphia Chapter of the Pennsylvania Institute of Chemists to a senior chemical engineering major in recognition of his/her demonstrated record of leadership, character, and scholastic achievement.
Matthew J. Metzger ’05 (chemical engineering), Fanwood, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Charles Duncan Fraser Prize. Awarded annually to the senior student(s) who, in the judgment of the Department of Chemical Engineering, is best qualified for advanced work in materials science and engineering.
Gregory R. Bouton ’05 (chemical engineering), Phillipsburg, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Paul S. Dimick ’05 (chemical engineering), Quakertown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Gabriella J. Engelhart ’05 (chemical engineering), York, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Alyssa J. Wiley ’05 (chemical engineering), Clarks Summit, Pa.
Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society Award. Given to the outstanding senior chemical engineering major(s) for achievement in chemistry.
Damian M. Gill ’05 (chemical engineering), Staten Island, N.Y.
Lehigh Valley Section of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers Award. Presented to a senior in the Department of Chemical Engineering who has compiled an impressive record in the undergraduate years in chemical engineering and who has demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in one or more extracurricular activities.
Lucas J. Landherr ’05 (chemical engineering), Preston, Conn. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Lehigh Valley Section of the ASM Award. Awarded annually to the student(s) who has attained the most impressive record in the introductory materials course.
Bonnie K. Hoy ’07 (chemical engineering), Smithville, N.J.
Dr. E.L. McMillen-K.K. Malhotra ’49 Prize. Awarded to a junior(s) who has attained a high cumulative average in chemical engineering and who has demonstrated a high level of proficiency in the Unit Operations Laboratory.
Gregory R. Bouton ’05 (chemical engineering), Phillipsburg, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Paul S. Dimick ’05 (chemical engineering), Quakertown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Gabriella J. Engelhart ’05 (chemical engineering), York, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Lucas J. Landherr ’05 (chemical engineering), Preston, Conn. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Jessica R. Whitman ’05 (chemical engineering), Fruitland, Md. (EXCEL Scholar)
Donald U. Noblett Prize in Chemical Engineering. Given to a chemical engineering major(s) based on high academic achievement, with outstanding promise of future excellence in his/her career.
Jessica R. Whitman ’05 (chemical engineering), Fruitland, Md. (EXCEL Scholar)
Carl J. Staska Prize. Awarded each year to a student(s) who has demonstrated a degree of proficiency in chemical laboratory skills.
Matthew J. Metzger ’05 (chemical engineering), Fanwood, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Luther F. Witmer Prize. Awarded annually to the senior(s) with the most outstanding accomplishments in materials science and engineering.
Gregory R. Bouton ’05 (chemical engineering), Phillipsburg, N.J. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Carroll Phillips Bassett Prize. Awarded annually to senior students deemed most outstanding by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Stephen T. Bono ’05 (civil engineering), Upper Saddle River, N.J. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Susan E. Bowers ’05 (civil engineering), Williamsport, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Ronald T. Manney ’05 (civil engineering), Coal Township, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Michael L. Nilson ’05 (civil engineering), Wantagh, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Russell C. Brinker Prize in Civil Engineering. Awarded to that junior in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department who, in the opinion of that department’s faculty, is deemed most deserving on the basis of self-reliance, scholarship, and student activities.
Andrew S. Baker ’06 (B.S. civil engineering/A.B. Spanish and international studies), Seattle, Wash. (Marquis Scholar)
Lehigh Valley Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers Outstanding Senior Award. Awarded to a senior civil engineering student who exhibits outstanding scholastic ability as well as involvement in extracurricular activities.
Ronald T. Manney ’05 (civil engineering), Coal Township, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Moles Student Award. Given to a student in engineering whose academic achievement and enthusiastic application shows outstanding promise of personal development leading to a career in construction engineering and management.
Michael L. Nilson ’05 (civil engineering), Wantagh, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Lawrence J. Conover ’24 Electrical Engineering Prize. Presented each year to a senior in electrical engineering upon recommendation of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Jason J. Mansilla ’05 (electrical and computer engineering), Califon, N.J.
J.J. Ebers Memorial Award. Given to a student, selected by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, based on high academic achievement and noteworthy professional interest in the field of electrical engineering.
Merhawi Redda ’05 (electrical and computer engineering), Alexandria, Va. (EXCEL Scholar)
Finley W. and Ethelwyne H. Smith Electronic Engineering Prize. Awarded annually to the electrical and computer engineering senior who has earned, at the end of the junior year, the highest cumulative average attained by any senior who is working for department honors with a project in the electronics or communications field.
Oliver E. Bowen ’05 (electrical and computer engineering), Johannesburg, South Africa (EXCEL Scholar)
Mechanical Engineering
Karl J. Ammerman Prize. Awarded annually to the “most deserving student” in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, selected by the faculty of the department.
LeAnn M. Dourte ’05 (mechanical engineering), Lebanon, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Carl G., Jr. ’67 and Deborah B. Anderson P’01 Mechanical Engineering Prize. Awarded to a mechanical engineering major on the strength of high academic achievement and promise for excellence in his or her career.
Ryan A. Waite ’05 (mechanical engineering), Lebanon, Pa. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Military Science
College President’s Award. Awarded annually to the outstanding cadets from each class in terms of overall achievement measured by scholastic excellence, leadership, military performance, and extracurricular involvement.
Damian M. Gill ’05 (chemical engineering), Staten Island, N.Y.
Max R. Rovzar ’06 (international affairs), Cranston, R.I.
Dane M. Hanson ’07, Brandon, Miss.
Special Awards
James F. Bryant ’40 Excellence Award. Awarded to a junior student who meets standards of excellence, as did James F. Bryant, by demonstrating high academic achievement, lettering in at least one varsity sport, and showing noticeable and noteworthy evidence of community service.
Daria L. Szkwarko ’06 (neuroscience), Berkeley Heights, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Eugene P. Chase Phi Beta Kappa Prize. Awarded to a sophomore(s) who has demonstrated scholarship as a first-year student.
Michael J. Elzinga ’07 (mechanical engineering), St. Paul, Minn. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Margaret E. Garcia ’07 (B.S. civil engineering/A.B. international studies), Stamford, Conn. (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Nikolce Gorevski ’07 (chemical engineering), Bitola, Macedonia (EXCEL Scholar)
Denica S. Karadzhova ’07 (economics and business), Stara Zagora, Bulgaria (EXCEL Scholar)
Maria M. Mileva ’07, Sofia, Bulgaria
Haotian Wu ’07 (physics/mathematics), Jiangsu, China (EXCEL Scholar)
Lafayette Alumni of the Lehigh Valley Performing Arts Award. Awarded annually to a senior residing in the greater Lehigh Valley who has made a significant contribution to Lafayette’s performing arts program while demonstrating strong academic achievement.
David A. Castelletti ’05 (music/philosophy), Martins Creek, Pa.
Lafayette Alumni of the Lehigh Valley Scholarship Award. Awarded annually to a senior(s) residing in the greater Lehigh Valley who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
Joel A. Gross ’05 (chemical engineering), Northampton, Pa. (Trustee Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)
Matthew R. Hontz ’05 (mechanical engineering), Bethlehem, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Paul Tully Memorial Prize. Presented to the student who best exemplifies the progressive principles of social and political service—democratic ideals to which Paul Tully devoted his life.
Christina E. Morgan ’05 (history and government & law/public health), Flemington, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
Benton M. Wilmoth IV ’05 (government and law/international affairs), Marysville, Ohio (Marquis Scholar, EXCEL Scholar)