College Will Honor Students for Academic Excellence

Lafayette will honor students for academic excellence at the annual All-College Honors Convocation 2 p.m. May 3 in the Williams Center for the Arts. The College will present awards and prizes to more than 100 students who attained outstanding academic success in all four of Lafayette’s academic divisions, engineering, the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.
Also recognized will be 58 students who have been invited this spring to join Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most respected undergraduate honors organization in the United States. Founded in 1776, Phi Beta Kappa fosters and recognizes excellence in the liberal arts and sciences. Outstanding students from all curricula are eligible for election as juniors or seniors.

The keynote speaker will be Laneta J. Dorflinger ’75, vice president of clinical research at Family Health International in North Carolina.

Also speaking will be President Daniel H. Weiss, Provost Wendy L. Hill, and Steven M. Nesbit, chair of the Academic Progress Committee and associate professor of mechanical engineering.

Prizes will be awarded by Katalin E. Fabian, co-chair of the Subcommittee on Honors Convocation and assistant professor of government and law; Robert I. Weiner, co-chair of the Subcommittee on Honors Convocation and Jones Professor of History; and Hannah W. Stewart-Gambino, Dean of the College.

Dorflinger directs a global clinical research program to evaluate new and existing methods of contraception and HIV prevention approaches. She has held several other leadership positions at Family Health International including vice president of research and development, director of clinical trials and director of regulatory affairs & quality assurance. Dorflinger received several noteworthy awards including the Science and Technology in Development award from USAID. She served on a number of committees including the World Health Organization’s task force on long-acting systemic methods of fertility regulation.

Dorflinger graduated from Lafayette in 1975 with a degree in chemistry. She was the recipient of the J. Hunt Wilson Prize in Analytical Chemistry in 1975. She earned a Ph.D. in physiology from Yale University and did her post-doctoral training at Harvard School of Public Health. She is an emeritus member of the Board of Trustees for 15 years.

(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.)

Awards and Prizes in Engineering

William G. McLean Tau Beta PI Prize. Awarded annually to a sophomore engineering student based on academic performance, campus citizenship, and professional orientation.
Shrutarshi Basu ’11 (B.S. electrical and computer engineering/A.B. computer science), Kolkata, India (EXCEL Scholar)
Lauren Huyett ’11 (chemical engineering), Blandon, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

American Institute of Chemical Engineers Donald F. Othmer Award. Given to the junior majoring in chemical engineering who has attained the highest grade point average during his/her first two years.
Ashley Cramer ’10 (chemical engineering), East Stroudsburg, Pa. (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.
Richard Martin ’09 (chemical engineering), Doylestown, 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.
Christie Atkinson ’09 (chemical engineering), Aston, Pa. (Marquis 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.
Nathaniel M. Newman ’09 (chemical engineering), Danville, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
Caroline Szczepanski ’09 (chemical engineering), Elizabethtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
Debra Shlossman ’09 (chemical engineering), Wilmington, Del. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

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.
Caroline Szczepanski ’09 (chemical engineering), Elizabethtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society Award. Given to the outstanding senior chemical engineering major(s) for achievement in chemistry.
Daniel Goldberg ’09 (chemical engineering), Avon, Conn. (EXCEL Scholar)

Lehigh Valley Section of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers Award. Presented to the senior(s) 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.
Nathaniel M. Newman ’09 (chemical engineering), Danville, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
Debra Shlossman ’09 (chemical engineering), Wilmington, Del. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
Martin Racenis ’11 (mechanical engineering), Hopkinton, Mass. (Marquis Scholar)

Luther F. Witmer Prize. Awarded annually to the chemical engineering senior with the most outstanding accomplishments in materials science and engineering.
Caroline Szczepanski ’09 (chemical engineering), Elizabethtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
Civil and Environmental Engineering

B. Vincent Viscomi Civil Engineering Prize. Awarded to a civil engineering student based on demonstrated academic achievement and leadership during his or her first three years at Lafayette.
Martin Tjioe ’09 (civil engineering), N. Sumatera, Indonesia (EXCEL Scholar)
Thomas Voltz ’09 (civil engineering), Melville, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Carroll Phillips Bassett Prize. Awarded annually to senior students deemed most outstanding by the department of civil and environmental engineering.
Kyle Henning ’09 (civil engineering), Rochester, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
Martin Tjioe ’09 (civil engineering), N. Sumatera, Indonesia (EXCEL Scholar)
Thomas Voltz ’09 (civil engineering), Melville, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, 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.
Sean McAuley ’09 (civil engineering), Staten Island, N.Y.

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.
Nicole Barbero ’09 (civil engineering), Massapequa Park, N.Y.

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.
Michael Adelman ’10 (civil engineering), Clarks Summit, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Finley W. & 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.
William Towne ’09 (B.S. electrical and computer engineering/A.B. self-designed major in community development), Litchfield, N.H. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

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.
Sriram Gopalakrishnan ’10 (electrical and computer engineering), Madurai, India (EXCEL Scholar)

Lawrence J. Conover Prize. Presented each year to a senior in electrical engineering upon recommendation of the department of electrical and computer engineering.
Serdar Benderli ’09 (electrical and computer engineering), Lara – Antalya, Turkey (EXCEL Scholar)

Engineering Studies

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.
Marcella Marie Nehrbass ’09 (engineering studies), Ringoes, N.J.

Mechanical Engineering

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 McGinnis ’09 (mechanical engineering), Charlotte, Vt. (EXCEL Scholar)

Karl J. Ammerman Prize. Awarded annually to the “most deserving student” in the department of mechanical engineering, selected by the faculty of the department.
Christina Mack ’09 (mechanical engineering), Lafayette Hill, Pa.

Awards and Prizes in the Humanities

Art

Frederick Knecht Detwiller Prize. Awarded to a senior art major for distinguished work in art and art history.
Rachel Pidcock ’09 (art), Allentown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

Thomas G. Yohe Memorial Prize in Studio Art. Awarded to a student who displays creativity in drawing and illustration.
Alaina Lackman ’09 (art), Philadelphia, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

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.
Marissa Halderman ’09 (art), Rushland, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

English

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.
Rachel Heron ’09 (English/geology), Downingtown, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)

Gilbert Prize. Awarded annually to students who, in the judgment of the department of English, have demonstrated superiority in English.
Abra Berkowitz ’09 (English), Sharon, Mass.
Natalie Cothren ’09 (English), Akron, Ohio
Karen Fusco ’09 (English), Albrightsville, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Eric Henney ’11 (English), Clarksboro, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
Maxwell Minckler ’10 (English/self-designed major in philosophy of religion), Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
Frank Sabatini ’09 (English), Exeter, Pa.

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.
Ross Burlingame ’09 (English), Lancaster, Pa.

I. Clinton Kline Prize. Awarded to the senior who has demonstrated excellence in acting, directing, or technical theater.
Alexis Beveridge ’09 (government and law/international affairs), Bethesda, Md.
Isaias Rivera ’09 (government and law), Elizabeth, N.J.

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.
Elizabeth Cortese ’10 (English), Pottsville, Pa.

Foreign Languages & Literatures

Frank Kline Baker Spanish and Latin American Civilization Award. Awarded annually to students who attain the greatest profi�ciency in the study of Spanish and Latin American Civilization.
Flavia-Carla Benedek ’09 (international affairs/Spanish), Woodside, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)
Joseph Haymaker ’09 (Spanish/economics and business), Hellertown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Alaina Masler ’09 (Spanish/economics and business), Cortland, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
Ellen Rose ’09 (Spanish/art), Spring Lake, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Ram�n Tejada ’09 (Spanish/international economics and commerce), Lawrence, Mass.

James Alexander Petrie Prize in French. Awarded annually to a student(s) demonstrating a high degree of proficiency in French.
Benjamin Hewes ’09 (history/French), Cumberland, Maine (Marquis Scholar)
Vanida Narrainen ’09 (international affairs/French), Rose-Hill, Mauritius (EXCEL Scholar)

Rexroth Prize in German. Awarded to a student for meritorious achievement in German.
Culture/Literature Studies Award:
Stephanie Zielinski ’11 (international economics and commerce), Grand Blanc, Mich.
Language Studies Award:
Stephanie Ellis ’10 (international affairs/French), Omaha, Neb. (Marquis Scholar)
Holden Ferry ’11 (geology), Glencoe, Ill.
Outstanding Senior Award:
Emma Kline ’09 (international affairs/German), New Hope, Pa.
Thomas Voltz ’09 (civil engineering), Melville, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Music

John D. Raymond Music Award. Awarded annually by the department of music to a deserving music student(s).
Sean Gough ’09 (history/music), North Plainfield, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)

Ralph Scott Grover Music Award. Presented to a student who has achieved distinction in music scholarship.
Patrick D. Kelley ’09 (mathematics/music), Shillington, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Trustee Scholar)

Philosophy

Louise M. Olmsted Prize in Ethics. Awarded to a student, who, in the judgment of the members of the department of philosophy, has done outstanding work in theoretical ethics, applied ethics, or a related field.
Jessica Elliott ’09 (self designed major in studies in human rights), Bethlehem, Pa.

Religious Studies

Rev. 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.
Samuel Bloom ’10 (religion and politics), Washington, D.C.
Banks Clark ’10 (art), Durham, N.C.
Paul DeCamp’10 (religious studies), Arlington, Mass.
Rose Kennedy ’10 (religion and politics), North Massapequa, N.Y.
Kristen Tyler ’10 (self-designed major in social justice and equality) Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.

Awards and Prizes in the Natural Sciences

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.
Lisbeth Boul� ’09 (biology), Burke, Va. (Marquis Scholar)
Julie McNeish ’09 (biology), Southbury, Conn. (EXCEL Scholar)

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.
Alisa Lando ’10 (biochemistry), Fair Lawn, N.J. (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.
Sarah Sykes ’09 (biochemistry), West Grove, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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 (2007-08 winner).
Sarah Sykes ’09 (biochemistry), West Grove, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

American Institute of Chemists Award (Biochemistry). Presented by the Philadelphia Chapter of the Pennsylvania Institute of Chemists to a senior biochemistry major in recognition of his/her demonstrated record of leadership, character, and scholastic achievement.
Jason George ’09 (biochemistry), Gaithersburg, Md.

American Institute of Chemists Award (Chemistry). 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.
Barbara Naimoli ’09 (chemistry), New Holland, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Trustee Scholar)

Carl J. Staska Prize. Awarded each year to a student(s) who has demonstrated a degree of proficiency in chemical laboratory skills.
Adekemi Egunsola ’09 (chemistry), New York, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)

Chemical Rubber Company Freshman Achievement Award. Presented to the most outstanding first-year student in general chemistry.
Nancy Giang ’11 (biochemistry), North Wales, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
Jennifer Czochor ’09 (biochemistry), Boothwyn, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

Merck Index Award. Given to a senior for superior academic work in chemistry and promise of future excellence.
Ilvira Mardanova ’09 (biochemistry), Tashkent, Uzbekistan (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.
Daniela Duca ’09 (biochemistry/international economics & commerce), Chisinau, Moldova (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.
Khine Lin ’11 (B.S. electrical and computer engineering/A.B. mathematics), Yangon, Myanmar

Geology & Environmental Geosciences

Arthur Montgomery Geology Award. Awarded annually to a student of high academic achievement and enthusiasm for geology, in honor of Arthur Montgomery, professor of geology 1951–75.
Rachel Heron ’09 (English/geology), Downingtown, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)

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.
Laura Bochner ’10 (geology), Bethlehem, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
William Hudacek ’10 (geology), Long Valley, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

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 (2008 winners).
Chencong Bao ’11 (mathematics), Shanghai, China (EXCEL Scholar)
Ming Hong ’11 (mechanical engineering), Leshan, China
Peiyuan Mao ’11 (B.S. physics/A.B. economics and business), Jiangsu Prov., 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.
Jorge Sawyer ’10 (mathematics), Lodi, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
Kathleen Sokolowsky ’10 (mathematics), Downingtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Wesley S. Mitman Prize. Awarded to the graduating senior most outstanding in mathematics.
Shiliang Cui ’09 (mathematics), Shanghai, China (EXCEL Scholar)
Felix Forster ’09 (B.S. mathematics/A.B. economics and business), Rostock, Germany (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.
Marina Gonchar ’09 (neuroscience), Morristown, N.J. (Trustee Scholar)
Evan Lebovitz ’09 (neuroscience), Pittsburgh, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
Karlyn Adams ’09 (psychology), Ford City, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Molly Lieber ’09 (psychology/Spanish), Scarsdale, N.Y. (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.
Justin Sayde ’09 (English/psychology), Wyckoff, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
Ellen Waxler ’09 (psychology), Shelburne, Vt.

Awards and Prizes in the Social Sciences

Africana Studies

Africana Studies Scholastic Award. Awarded to a student(s) who has demonstrated academic excellence and potential for future leadership in American society.
Sasha Graham ’09 (government and law), New York, N.Y.

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(s) most outstanding in sociology.
Cristina Callagy ’09 (anthropology and sociology), Hawthorne, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Economics

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.
Felix Forster ’09 (B.S. mathematics/A.B. economics and business), Rostock, Germany (EXCEL Scholar)

Institute of Internal Auditors Award for Excellence in Accounting-Related Studies. Given to a student for excellence in accounting and business subjects.
Alaina Masler ’09 (Spanish/economics and business), Cortland, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)

Institute of Management Accountants Award. Given to a student for excellence in accounting.
Maria Mitova ’09 (economics and business), Sofia, Bulgaria (EXCEL Scholar)

J. H. Tarbell Award. Awarded to a student who demonstrates an understanding of financial operations and institutions.
Ying Quan ’09 (mathematics/economics and business), Hunchun, China (EXCEL Scholar)

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.
Jacqueline Egan ’09 (government and law/economics and business), Wellesley Hills, Mass.

Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Award. Given to a graduating senior for excellence in accounting and for participation in college and community affairs.
Shafayat Chowdhury ’09 (mathematics-economics), Centreville, Va. (EXCEL Scholar)

Robert F. Hunsicker Educational Prize. Awarded to a student who has done meritorious work in the area of small-business studies.
Katherine Reeves ’10 (ecomoincs and business), Colorado Springs, Colo.

Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award. Given to the student(s) whose academic performance in economics and business is considered exceptional.
Julia Sorkin ’09 (economics and business/psychology), Whippany, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Government and Law

Eugene P. Chase Government Prize. Awarded annually to the student who has, in the judgment of the department of government and law, submitted the best written exposition in the field of political science during the academic year.
Robert Higbee ’10 (economics and business), Ridgewood, N.J.

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.
Alexis Beveridge ’09 (government and law/international affairs), Bethesda, Md.
Adam Pi� ’09 (history/government and law), Doylestown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
Sara Walter ’09 (history and government and law/Spanish), Kempton, Pa. (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.
Benjamin Hewes ’09 (history/French), Cumberland, Maine (Marquis Scholar)
Adam Pi� ’09 (history/government and law), Doylestown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

Other Academic Awards and Prizes

Military Science

Leopard Medal. Awarded to the first-year cadet who contributes the most to the advancement of Army ROTC at Lafayette College. The cadet must be academically in the top 10 percent of his/her ROTC class and the top 25 percent of his/her academic class. The award is made possible through the generous contributions of Harry M. Jones ’66, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army retired.
Matthew Zwingraf ’11 (engineering studies), Keyport, N.J.

Special Awards

David Bishop Skillman 1913 Library Prize. Awarded to a graduating senior library assistant who by his/her exemplary performance, skill, and dedication has enhanced the library’s educational role.
Adekemi Egunsola ’09 (chemistry), New York, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)

Eugene P. Chase Phi Beta Kappa Prize. Awarded to a sophomore(s) who has demonstrated scholarship as a first-year student.
Nicholas Barna ’11 (chemistry), Mountaintop, Pa.
Lauren Huyett ’11 (chemical engineering), Blandon, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Ashley Juavinett ’11 (neuroscience), Blackwood, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
Nathan Kenison-Marvin ’11 (government an law), Center Tuftonboro, N.H.
Kristi Kostallari ’11 (civil engineering), Thessaloniki, Greece (EXCEL Scholar)
Cara Murphy ’11 (psychology), New Providence, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
Qi Sun ’11 (mathematics-economics), Shenyang, China (EXCEL Scholar)
Colin Tinsman ’11 (physics), Abington, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)

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.
Kristen Tyler ’10 (self-designed major in social justice and equality) Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.

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.
Karen Fusco ’09 (English), Albrightsville, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
Joseph Haymaker ’09 (Spanish/economics and business), Hellertown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)

Professor Carolynn Van Dyke Prize. Awarded annually in honor of Carolynn Van Dyke, March Professor of English, to a student majoring in any subject (preference for computer science) to provide funds for a nontraditional learning experience.
Sakina Salem ’11 (computer science), Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania