Students were honored for their dedication to academics and furthering diversity on campus and in the surrounding community at the McDonogh Network Awards held April 23, in the Wilson Room of Pfenning Alumni Center. The ceremony celebrates those who have committed themselves to addressing issues of multiculturalism and social justice throughout the year.

Jethro Israel ’16

Darlyne Bailey ’74 Excellence in the Humanities and Social Sciences Award

Given to a student whose academic/artistic accomplishments reflect an outstanding level of scholarship and advances understanding on an important issue related to diversity. Jethro, second from right, receives the honor from Dean John McKnight, Darlyne Bailey ’74, and Robert Young ’14, assistant director of the annual fund.

Brianna Braswell ’16

David A. Portlock Cross-Cultural Relations Award

Given to a student who has worked diligently to promote cross-cultural relationships on campus and/or the community.

James Jackson Wanda ’16

Dr. Eugene Deloatch ’59 Excellence in Science and Engineering Award

Presented to a senior in the natural sciences or engineering whose academic accomplishments reflect an outstanding level of scholarship. J.J. poses with Eugene Deloatch ’59.

Joshua Sims ’19

Dr. Eugene Deloatch ’59 First-Year Academic Achievement Award

This award is granted to first-year students studying engineering and science with the highest GPAs. Joshua was unable to attend, so Eugene Deloatch ’59 accepted the award on his behalf from Dean John McKnight, President Alison Byerly, and Robert Young ’14.

Danialie Fertile ’16

Jeffrey Robinson ’80 Leadership Award

Awarded to an accomplished student who is also characterized by noteworthy leadership in college activities and student life.

Barbara Olivier ’16

Leroy Nunery ’77 Intellectual Citizenship Award

Presented to a student whose research on important social, political, or economic issues advances knowledge and involves the student in activities within a community. Barbara receives the honor from Dean John McKnight, Leroy Nunery ’77, and Robert Young ’14.

Erica Swinton '16

Otis Ellis ’89 Scholar Athlete Award

This award is granted to a successful varsity athlete who has achieved an outstanding level of scholarship. Erica was not in attendance, so Otis Ellis ’89 accepted the award on her behalf from Dean John McKnight, President Alison Byerly, and Robert Young ’14.

Chris Zacarías ’16

Riley Temple ’71 Creative and Artistic Citizenship Award

Given to a student whose creative scholarship in the visual and/or performance arts contributes to knowledge on societal issues of multicultural concern. Dean John McKnight and Robert Young ’14 present Chris with his award.