College Will Honor Students for Academic Excellence

More than 120 students in engineering, the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences will receive awards at Honors Convocation May 2

Lafayette will honor more than 120 students for academic excellence at the annual All-College Honors Convocation 2 p.m. Sunday, May 2, in the Williams Center for the Arts. Awards and prizes will recognize outstanding academic success in all four of Lafayette’s academic divisions–engineering, the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.

This spring, 70 students will 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.

President Daniel H. Weiss, Provost Wendy L. Hill, Steven M. Nesbitt, chair of the Academic Progress Committee and professor of mechanical engineering, and Hannah W. Stewart-Gambino, dean of the College, will offer remarks. Stewart-Gambino and Katalin E. Fabian, member of the Academic Progress Committee and assistant professor of government and law, will award prizes.

The keynote speaker will be Robert L. Morris ’86, associate professor and chair of biology at Wheaton College. He teaches courses in cell biology, developmental biology, marine biology, and neurobiology and maintains an active research lab. In the classroom, Morris brings material to life by drawing on areas outside science to illustrate cellular principles and by converting the main lecture hall at Wheaton into a living white blood cell, 1.5 million times enlarged, annually.

He has received grants from the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Marine Biological Laboratory at Woods Hole, and the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory in Maine. His publications include studies of acid rain in the Poconos (with Shyamal Majumdar while at Lafayette), neural development in vertebrates, cilia formation in invertebrates, and the genomics of cell skeletons. His current three-year NIH grant is aimed at explaining certain human birth defects.

Morris graduated from Lafayette in 1986 with an A.B. degree with a major in biology and a minor in computer science. He earned a Ph.D. at Harvard University and did post-doctoral training at the University of California at Davis.

(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.
  Joel Lefever ’12 (mechanical engineering), Lancaster, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Yue Yuan ’12 (mechanical engineering), Wuhan, China (EXCEL Scholar)

Chemical and 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.
  Lauren Huyett ’11 (chemical engineering), Blandon, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Carlos Gutierrez ’10 (chemical engineering), Medford, N.J. (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.
  Ashley Cramer ’10 (chemical engineering), East Stroudsburg, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Elizabeth Knapp ’10 (chemical engineering), Tappan, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Marcel Naguiat ’10 (chemical engineering), Beacon, N.Y.
  Mathew Pezon ’10 (chemical engineering), Blandon, Pa.
  Natalie Soldwisch ’10 (chemical engineering), Buffalo, N.Y.
• Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society Award. Given to the outstanding senior chemical engineering major(s) for achievement in chemistry.
  Iris Man ’10 (chemical engineering), Queens Village, N.Y.
• 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.
  Peter Lowe ’12 (mechanical engineering), Glen Falls, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar)
  Anna Schulman ’12 (civil engineering), Swampscott, Mass. (Trustee 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.
  Ashley Cramer ’10 (chemical engineering), East Stroudsburg, Pa. (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.
  Jonathan Jaye ’10 (chemical engineering), Oakland, N.J.
• Carl J. Staska Prize. Awarded each year to a student(s) who has demonstrated a degree of proficiency in chemical laboratory skills.
  Sebastian Barreto Ortiz ’10 (chemical engineering), Bogotá, Colombia
• Luther F. Witmer Prize. Awarded annually to the chemical engineering senior with the most outstanding accomplishments in materials science and engineering.
  Ashley Cramer ’10 (chemical engineering), East Stroudsburg, Pa. (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.
  Michael Adelman ’10 (civil engineering), Clarks Summit, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Kurtis D’Angelo ’10 (civil engineering), Newburgh, N.Y.
  Diana Hasegan ’10 (B.S. civil engineering/A.B. economics and business), Tirgu Mures, Romania (EXCEL Scholar)
  William Kingston ’10 (civil engineering), Dover Plains, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Trustee Scholar)
  Matthew Reichenbach ’10 (civil engineering), Kingsville, Md. (Trustee Scholar)
  Jessalyn Rolwood ’10 (civil engineering), Titusville, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Jeffrey Shoemaker ’10 (civil engineering), Schnecksville, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Andrew Woerheide ’10 (civil engineering), Media, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Trustee 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.
  Brian Carey ’11 (civil engineering), Seaford, Del. (Marquis Scholar)
• Lehigh Valley Section ofthe 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.
  Kurtis D’Angelo ’10 (civil engineering), Newburgh, 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.
  Stephanie Mason ’10 (civil engineering), New York, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar)
• 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.
  Michael Adelman ’10 (civil engineering), Clarks Summit, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  William Hoffman ’10 (electrical and computer engineering), Lebanon, Pa.
• 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.
  Christopher Dionisio ’10 (electrical and computer engineering), Millington, N.J. (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.
  Hank Bink ’10 (electrical and computer engineering), North East, Pa. (Marquis 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.
  Nigel Martin ’10 (engineering studies), Elkins, W.Va. (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.
  Eric Marshall ’10 (mechanical engineering), Wyckoff, N.J.
• 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.
  Jennifer Kesilman ’10 (mechanical engineering), North Wales, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)

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.
  Sarah Kolba ’10 (medieval and renaissance studies), Chelmsford, Mass. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Crystal Burey ’10 (art), Saint Albans, N.Y.  (EXCEL Scholar)
  Lisa Mascali ’10 (psychology/art), Manhasset, N.Y. (Trustee Scholar)
• Thomas G. Yohe Memorial Prize in Studio Art. Awarded to a student who displays creativity in drawing and illustration.
  David Lyttle ’10 (art), Easton, Pa.(EXCEL Scholar)
  Amanda Smith ’10 (economics and business/art), Henderson, Nev. (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.
  Maxwell Minckler ’10 (English), Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Maxwell Minckler ’10 (English), Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (EXCEL Scholar, 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.
  Amanda Whitbred ’11 (English/philosophy), Doylestown, Pa. (Trustee Scholar)
• Gilbert Prize. Awarded annually to students who, in the judgment of the Department of English, have demonstrated superiority in English.
  Steven Jones ’10 (biochemistry/English), Bethlehem, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Keara McCarthy ’10 (English), Montclair, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
  Maxwell Minckler ’10 (English), Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Amanda Pisetzner ’10 (English/equality and social justice), Puyallup, Wash. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Kristie Cavanagh ’11 (psychology/English), New Providence, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
  Eric Henney ’11 (English/philosophy), Clarksboro, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Sean Ryon ’12 (English), Kennett Square, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
• I. Clinton Kline Prize. Awarded to the senior who has demonstrated excellence in acting, directing, or technical theater.
  Christopher Duru ’10 (history/English), Bronx, N.Y. 
  Elizabeth Witmer ’10 (English), Santa Barbara, Calif.

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.
  LeighAnne Does ’10 (English/Spanish), Nazareth, Pa. (Trustee Scholar)
  Caitlin Lowery ’10 (English), Aldan, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Katherine McFadden ’10 (international affairs), Bethesda, Md. (EXCEL Scholar, Trustee Scholar)
  Mathew Pezon ’10 (chemical engineering), Blandon, Pa.
• George H. Catlin Prize. Awarded to the senior with the highest average in the study of the classics.
  Michael Farrington ’10 (philosophy/government and law), Jenkintown, Pa.
• James Alexander Petrie Prize in French. Awarded annually to a student(s) demonstrating a high degree of proficiency in French.
  Raquel Aledo ’10 (international affairs), Princeton, N.J.
  Joseph Fallon ’10 (international affairs/French), Scotch Plains, N.J.
• Rexroth Prize in German. Awarded to a student for meritorious achievement in German.
  Outstanding Senior Award
  Sonja Lehner ’10 (international affairs), Floral Park, N.J. (Trustee Scholar)
  Culture/Literature Studies Award
  Antoaneta Malhasyan ’10 (economics and business), Plovdiv, Bulgaria 
  Language Studies Award
  Laura Goldberg ’12 (biology), Skillman, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Christopher Kelly ’13 (international affairs), Boyertown, Pa.

Music

• John D. Raymond Music Award. Awarded annually by the Department of Music to a deserving music student(s).
  Bradley Julian ’11 (computer science), New Oxford, Pa.

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.
  Jason Pang ’10 (government and law/philosophy), San Mateo, Calif. (EXCEL Scholar)

Religious Studies

• 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.
  Michael Cerankowski ’11 (history and government and law), Easton, Pa.
  Conner Woods ’11 (history), Stockton, N.J.

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.
  Christopher Cosgrove ’10 (biology), Palm City, Fla. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Katelyn Scoular ’10 (biology), Wayne, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)

Chemistry

• American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Inorganic Chemistry. Presented to a student who has demonstrated excellence in research, coursework and motivation in the study of inorganic chemistry.
  Kyle Reichl ’10 (chemistry), Catasauqua, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• 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.
  Nicholas Barna ’11 (chemistry), Mountaintop, Pa. (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.
  Kathleen Sokolowsky ’10 (mathematics), Downingtown, 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 (2009-10 winner).
  James Vasta ’10 (biochemistry), Ambler, Pa. (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.
  Jeffrey Bratz ’10 (biochemistry), Springfield, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• 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.
  Kathleen Sokolowsky ’10 (mathematics), Downingtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• Chemical Rubber Company Freshman Achievement Award. Presented to the most outstanding first-year student in general chemistry.
  Ross Moretti ’12 (chemistry), Freehold, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Kyle Reichl ’10 (chemistry), Catasauqua, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• Merck Index Award. Given to a senior for superior academic work in chemistry and promise of future excellence.
  James Vasta ’10 (biochemistry), Ambler, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
• Carl J. Staska Prize. Awarded each year to a student(s) who has demonstrated a degree of proficiency in chemical laboratory skills.
  Steven Jones ’10 (biochemistry/English), Bethlehem, 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.
  James Vasta ’10 (biochemistry), Ambler, Pa. (Marquis 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.
  Shrutarshi Basu ’11 (B.S. electrical and computer engineering/A.B. computer science), Kolkata, India (EXCEL Scholar)

Geology and 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.
  Anthony Romanoski ’10 (geology), Etters, Pa.
• 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.
  Maricate Conlon ’11 (geology), Sandy Hook, Conn. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Aaron Medford ’11 (geology), Cortland, N.Y. (EXCEL 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 (2009 winners).
  Peiyuan Mao ’11 (B.S. physics/A.B. economics and business), Jiangsu, China (EXCEL Scholar)
  Miao Wang ’12 (mathematics-economics), Cheng De He Bei, China (EXCEL Scholar)
  Thomas Wilson ’12 (mathematics), Franklin, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Teevrat Garg ’10 (B.S. mathematics/A.B.economics and business), Haryana, India (EXCEL Scholar)
  Xing Yan ’10 (B.S. mathematics/A.B. economics and business), Nanjing, China
• Wesley S. Mitman Prize. Awarded to the graduating senior most outstanding in mathematics.
  Jennifer Grab ’10 (physics), Thornhurst, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Kathleen Sokolowsky ’10 (mathematics), Downingtown, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Xing Yan ’10 (B.S. mathematics/A.B. economics and business), Nanjing, China

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.
  Stephen Conway ’10 (neuroscience), Yardley, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Stephanie Fosbenner ’10 (neuroscience), Perkasie, Pa. (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.
  Natalie Fabian ’10 (psychology), San Jose, Calif.
• Herbert W. Rogers Psychology Prize. Awarded annually to the outstanding senior psychology major(s) judged by the department to be the most deserving.
  Jennifer Isherwood ’10 (psychology), Lincroft, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar)

Awards and Prizes in the Social Sciences

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.
  Zachary Romano ’10 (government and law/anthropology and sociology), Hawley, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)

Economics

• 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.
  Katherine Reeves ’10 (economics and business), Colorado Springs, Colo.
• Department of Economics Award for Scholastic Excellence. Awarded to a student for outstanding academic performance in economics and business and for leadership in departmental activities.
  Teevrat Garg ’10 (B.S. mathematics/A.B. economics and business), Haryana, India (EXCEL Scholar)
• Robert F. Hunsicker Educational Prize. Awarded to a student who has done meritorious work in the area of small-business studies.
  Jordan Kaplan ’10 (economics and business), Livingston, N.J.
• Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Award. Given to a graduating senior for excellence in accounting and for participation in college and community affairs.
  Jeffrey Rand ’10 (economics and business), Sudbury, Mass.
• J. H. Tarbell Award. Awarded to a student who demonstrates an understanding of financial operations and institutions.
  Alexander Shnayder ’10 (computer science/mathematics-economics), Wayne, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
• Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award. Given to the student(s) whose academic performance in economics and business is considered exceptional.
  Claudia Rinciog ’10 (biochemistry), Galati, Romania (EXCEL Scholar)
  Emanuel Santa-Donato ’10 (economics and business/modern Japanese studies), Yorktown Heights, N.Y. (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.
  Michael Cerankowski ’11 (history and government and law), Easton, Pa.
• 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.
  Jason Pang ’10 (government and law/philosophy), San Mateo, Calif. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Zachary Romano ’10 (government and law/anthropology and sociology), Hawley, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis 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.
  Meredith Castor ’10 (history), Chalfont, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Brittany Maugeri ’10 (history), Stratford, N.J.

Policy Studies

• Caine Scholarship for Global Leadership, Business, and Policy. Awarded annually to a Policy Studies major who demonstrates an understanding of public policy and business in a global environment, and exhibits potential for global leadership in the next generation.
  Megan Jones ’10 (policy studies), Bridgewater, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Daniel Stefan ’10 (policy studies/economics and business), Havertown, Pa.

Other Academic Awards and Prizes

Military Science

• Lafayette College Leopard Award. 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.
  Ryan Kastner ’13 (mechanical engineering), West Point, Pa.
• Lafayette College President’s Award. Presented to outstanding cadets in each class who have exhibited exceptional academic and ROTC achievements.
  Ryan Kastner ’13 (mechanical engineering), West Point, Pa.
  John Knauss ’10 (civil engineering), Pittsburgh, Pa.
• The Society of American Military Engineers (S.A.M.E.). Nominees must successfully complete one year of Engineering, Math or Science. In addition, the recipient must display outstanding leadership, high ethics and scholarship achievement.
  John Knauss ’10 (civil engineering), Pittsburgh, Pa.

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.
  Stephen Gadomski ’11 (biology), Moorestown, N.J. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• Eugene P. Chase Phi Beta Kappa Prize. Awarded to a sophomore(s) who has demonstrated scholarship as a first-year student.
  Megan Feeney ’12 (English), Webster, N.Y. (Marquis Scholar)
  Caitlin Flood ’12 (government and law), Bellerose Terrace, N.Y. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Berkin Ilbeyi ’12 (electrical and computer engineering), Istanbul, Turkey (EXCEL Scholar)
  Julie Martin ’12, Riverton, N.J. (Marquis Scholar)
  Oleksiy Onishchenko ’12 (biology), Chernihiv, Ukraine
  Megan Schultz ’12 (mechanical engineering), Dillsburg, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
  Michele Tallarita ’12 (English), Whitehall, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
• Jeremy Saxe Award. Awarded to a graduating senior who best exemplifies the ideals of academic achievement and intellectual curiosity, personal engagement in the community, and a commitment to making the world a better place.
  Michael Adelman ’10 (civil engineering), Clarks Summit, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• Lafayette Alumni of the Lehigh Valley Performing Arts Award. Awarded annually to a Lafayette senior either residing in the greater Lehigh Valley, or who graduated from a greater Lehigh Valley High School, who has made a significant contribution to Lafayette’s performing arts program while demonstrating academic achievement.
  Sara Peterson ’10 (international affairs/French), Hampton, N.J.
• Lafayette Alumni of the Lehigh Valley Scholarship Award. Awarded annually to a Lafayette senior either residing in the greater Lehigh Valley, or who graduated from a greater Lehigh Valley High School, who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.
  Laura Bochner ’10 (geology), Bethlehem, Pa. (Marquis Scholar)
  Ashley Cramer ’10 (chemical engineering), East Stroudsburg, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar)
  Kyle Reichl ’10 (chemistry), Catasauqua, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Jeffrey Shoemaker ’10 (civil engineering), Schnecksville, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
• 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.
  Hristiana Eneva ’10 (economics and business), Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
• 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.
  Zachary Romano ’10 (government and law/anthropology and sociology), Hawley, Pa. (EXCEL Scholar, Marquis Scholar)
  Kristen Tyler ’10 (social justice and equality), Rancho Palos Ve, Calif.
• 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.
  Miguel Haruki Yamaguchi ’11 (computer science), Akashi, Japan (EXCEL scholar)