A celebration of ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE - Honors Day 2021 | Saturday, May 1 - Gustavus Adolphus College
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
a celebration of ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Honors Day 2021 | Saturday, May 1
Honors Day 2021
Convocation
Prelude Chad Winterfeldt, DMA
Cantor of Christ Chapel
A Rejoicing Alfred V. Fedak (b. 1953)
Welcome Rebecca Bergman
President of the College
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Invocation The Rev. Dr. Siri Erickson
Chaplain of the College
Address Margaret Bloch Qazi, PhD
Associate Professor in Biology
2019 Recipient, Edgar M. Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching
2
Announcement of Honors Brenda Kelly, PhD
Provost and Dean of the College
and
HONORS DAY 2021
JoNes VanHecke, PhD
Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students
Presentation of the 2021 Gustavus Provost Kelly
Faculty Scholarly Accomplishment Award
Presentation of the 2021 Swenson-Bunn Evelyn Doran ’21
Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence Student Senate Co-president
Benediction The Rev. Dr. Siri Erickson
Chaplain of the College
Recessional Chad Winterfeldt
Cantor of Christ Chapel
Recessional in B Flat Major G. F. Handel (1685-1759)GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
3
HONORS DAY 2021
The 2021 Honors Convocation speaker is Margaret Bloch Qazi, associate professor of biology and recipient
of the 2019 Edgar M. Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching, the Gustavus faculty’s highest accolade for
teaching excellence.
A member of the Gustavus faculty since 2003, Bloch Qazi teaches organismal biology, developmental biology,
and entomology in both lecture and laboratory settings. Her research uses techniques and questions from the
disciplines of animal behavior, physiology, genetics, development, and evolution to study insect reproductive
physiology in the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster).
Outside of the classroom, Bloch Qazi is currently serving as the John S. Kendall Center for Engaged Learning’s
Faculty Associate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, a role through which she continually seeks out ways that
Gustavus can continue to grow the community in ways that reflect the world’s diversity in all forms. Bloch Qazi
received a bachelor’s degree from Wellesley College and a doctorate from Tufts University.NATIONAL AND STATEWIDE
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES
Phi Beta Kappa, Eta Chapter of Minnesota Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
(Elected Spring 2021) Caden J. Gunnarson – Awardee
Hanaa Mohammed Alhosawi Hannah R. Borgh Matthew Stanley Fischer – Nominee
Kyra C. Bowar John R. Campisi Alexandru Cristian Florea – Nominee
Abigail J. Carsten Margo Renee Clausen Maya L. Lengvenis – Nominee
Mitchell R. Donoughue Tyra M. Ericson The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education
Elena I. Giebel Wyatt J. Gillette is a prestigious national scholarship for natural science,
Kaitlyn J. Gruber Jordan Marie Johnson engineering and mathematics majors. The Congressional
Emma G. Lohman Madeline M. McDermott Award is named in honor of Senator Barry Goldwater, who
Dylan M. McGregor Marie C. Osuna served as a U.S. soldier and politician for 56 years. The
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Emily M. Saari Henri E. Santelman scholarship supports college sophomores and juniors who
Carolyn A. Schwartz Rebecca M. Steffen show exceptional promise of becoming this nation’s next
Sandesh Sukhram Nicholas W. Summers generation of research leaders. Nominees emerge from a
Fengxi Sun Erin B. Teichroew larger pool of candidates in the Gustavus Math and Science
Torben H. Urdahl Riley R. Wentink Division; a national committee awards scholarships based on
Gracie R. Willaert an applicant’s statements about their commitment and
contributions to scientific research. Goldwater alumni can
Phi Beta Kappa is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious be found conducting research that is helping defend the
academic honor society. Students who have excelled in the U.S., finding cures for diseases and teaching future
study of liberal arts are elected each year by a faculty generations of scientists, mathematicians, and engineers.
committee of local chapter members. Election criteria
4 include a record of high achievement in liberal arts courses Truman Scholarship
and majors, competency in math and foreign language, Nathaniel M. Baring – Finalist
and demonstration of a love of learning as evidenced by Astrid S. Axtman – Nominee
the depth and breadth of a student’s college career. The Benjamin W. Menke – Nominee
HONORS DAY 2021
Gustavus chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the Eta chapter of Christopher Ortiz – Nominee
Minnesota, was approved in 1982 and formally chartered in The Truman Scholarship was established as a living memorial
April 1983. to President Harry Truman to honor the values of service that
were a hallmark of his career. The Truman Foundation supports
Fulbright Scholarship the development of young professionals by funding a graduate
Phounsith “Quincy” Yangh – Finalist degree. The fellowship supports those who have answered the
Emma G. Lohman – Alternate Finalist call to become leaders in public service and policy. Gustavus
Susan A. Cook – Semi-finalist nominates up to four student leaders and a national committee
Pa Ying Lor – Semi-finalist selects and interviews finalists based on their responses on
Samantha B. Raghu – Semi-finalist several essays and a policy statement. The Foundation also
The Fulbright Fellowship Program is the largest U.S. provides assistance with career counseling, internship placement,
exchange program that offers research, study and teaching graduate school admissions and professional development.
opportunities in over 140 countries for students and recent
graduates. Fulbright aims to increase mutual understanding Critical Language Award
Ja’de Lin Till – Awardee in Mandarin Chinese
between people from the U.S. and other countries. English
Teaching Assistant Awardees (ETA) teach English in K-12 The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program
and college institutions and serve as cultural ambassadors. is a U.S. government effort to expand the number
Applicants submit personal essays and explain their goals in of Americans studying and mastering critical foreign
teaching abroad and serving as a cultural ambassador. Final languages. A scholarship fully-funds intensive language
awards are made by embassies in the host country and the instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences
Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board after an interview. in countries essential to America’s engagement with the
world. Applicants must explain their interest in and future
application of the critical language. The selected critical
languages are: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla, Chinese, Hindi,
Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Punjabi,
Russian, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu.Udall Undergraduate Scholarship National Science Foundation Graduate
Nathaniel M. Baring – Nominee Research Fellowship
Collin J. Carlson – Nominee Kaitlyn J. Gruber – Awardee
Kendra Marie Held – Nominee
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research
Aviva E. Meyerhoff – Nominee
Fellowship Program (GRFP) helps ensure the vitality of
The Udall scholarship honors the legacies of Morris and the human resource base of science and engineering in
Stewart Udall, whose political careers had a positive impact the United States and reinforces its diversity. The program
on the stewardship of public lands and natural resources, and recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students
Native American self-governance and health care. The in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and
scholarship recognizes sophomores and juniors who excel in mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based
leadership, public service, and commitment to the environment master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited United States
or Native American nations. Gustavus nominates up to institutions.
four students based on their leadership and commitment to
environmental issues. The Foundation awards 55 scholarships Public Policy and International Affairs –
nationally based on applicants’ responses to several essays and Junior Summer Institute Winner
a public speech or piece of legislation made by the Udalls. Christopher Ortiz
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
The awardees also participate in a weeklong conference with
Each year, PPIA seeks out high-potential undergraduate
current and past Udall scholars.
students from universities across the country to participate
in an intensive seven-week Junior Summer Institute (JSI)
Rossing Physics Scholarship before their senior year. During their program, fellows are
Maya L. Lengvenis – 2020 Awardee
equipped with the knowledge and skills they will need to
Katelyn M. Espe – Nominee
succeed in graduate school and ultimately, in influential
Alexandru Cristian Florea – Nominee
roles serving the public good.
Zane L. Michael – Nominee
Ana Zaalishvili – Nominee
Asian Pacific American Institute for
Dr. Thomas Rossing established The Rossing Fund for Congressional Studies Congressional
Physics Education Endowment which is administered by Fellowship
the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Phounsith “Quincy” Yangh 5
for students at ELCA- related colleges or universities.
The scholarship awards outstanding sophomore or junior The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional
physics students that are nominated by the Gustavus Physics Studies is a national non-partisan, nonprofit, organization
HONORS DAY 2021
Department. Selection is made by a national committee dedicated to promoting Asian Pacific American participation
based on the applicants’ personal and research statements. and representation at all levels of the political process, from
community service to elected office.
DAAD-Rise Scholarship
Haley C. Jostes Minnesota Campus Compact Presidents’
Award for Civic Engagement
The German Academic Exchange Service’s (DAAD) RISE Holly A. Fitterer
(Research Internships in Science and Engineering) program
offers undergraduate students the opportunity to complete This award is given to an individual student or a student
organization that models a deep commitment to civic
a summer research internship at one of Germany’s top
responsibility and leadership evidenced by initiative,
universities and research institutions. The program’s mission
innovative, and collaborative approaches to addressing public
is to “promote student exchange to Germany in the fields
issues, effective community building, and integration of civic
of natural science, engineering, and life sciences, and to
engagement into the college experience.
motivate undergraduate students to learn more about
Germany’s research landscape and study opportunities.”
Boren Award
Alexander Magnus Nielsen – Nominee
The Boren Scholarship, an initiative of the National
Security Education Program, provides funding for U.S.
undergraduates to study less commonly taught languages in
regions critical to U.S. interests. Boren Scholars represent
a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to
work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for
funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal
government for at least one year after graduation.COLLEGE-SPONSORED
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES
Guild of St. Ansgar (elected Spring 2021) Paul Magnuson Student Leadership
Ellie G. Anderson Kyra C. Bowar and Service Award
Amanda M. Braun Hailey D. Concepcion Amanda M. Braun Holly A. Fitterer
Evelyn A. Doran Emma E. Fischer Lawrence Anthony Hiquiana Ingrid N. Kubisa
Holly A. Fitterer Gabriella Chase Garry
Established in 1991 in recognition of the Honorable Paul
Wyatt J. Gillette Ava Kathleen Gross
Magnuson ’59, chief judge of the U.S. Federal District
Stella D. Hadjiyanis Ava R. Hanson
Court in St. Paul and former trustee of the College, to
Jocelyn G. Jaimez Jordan Marie Johnson recognize the significant contributions that individual
Lauren K. Johnson Emma G. Lohman students and student groups make to campus life. Each
Alyssa J. Luecke Ashley L. Neuenfeldt year, outstanding students and student organizations are
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Casey R. Olson Marie C. Osuna nominated by fellow students, faculty, administrators, or
Paige Ellen Patterson Katharine M. Rhoten staff for recognition and a selection committee assembled by
Henri E. Santelman Carolyn A. Schwartz the dean of students reviews nominations and determines
Corinne Gayle Stremmel Bethany L. Tennis honorees in three categories: individual student leaders,
Torben H. Urdahl Maicy L. Vossen campus organizations, and student-initiated events.
Amber R. Wolfinger
Campus Activities Board
The Guild of St. Ansgar, which is named for the first
Katie L. Ashpole Alyssa K. Granholm
Christian missionary to the Scandinavians (and in honor
of St. Ansgar’s Academy, the name by which the College IGNITE
was known in the first decade following its founding), is Regina Olono Vidales Stella D. Hadjiyanis
6 an honorary society for seniors at the College. It was
Community Carnival SNL
established in the spring of 1952 in response to a desire
Holly A. Fitterer Marie C. Osuna
to recognize the overall achievements—scholarship,
Bethany L. Tennis
leadership, and participation in extracurricular activities—
HONORS DAY 2021
of graduating seniors. Building Bridges
Chelsea R. Boyden Amanda M. Braun
Guild of St. Lucia (elected Spring 2021)
Lily Eileen Engebretson Alexis Wendelyn Fleming Ovanlig Award
Kendall Marie Harvey Kendra Marie Held Zachary T. Kacmarynski
Megan K. Hensel Briana Elizabeth Hogstad
Established in 1999 by Tim Flatt ’91 and Tracie Kurth ’94
Dhareni Melanie Kistnasamy Anya M. Menk
and awarded to a junior or senior who has demonstrated
Aviva E. Meyerhoff Mackinzee Mae Miest
leadership in raising campus awareness of gay, lesbian,
Audrey Lavina Marie Regina Olono Vidales
bisexual, or transgender rights and concerns.
Ochtrup-DeKeyrel Lindsey R. Paulson
Sydney J. Stumme-Berg Megan Marie Zamow
The Guild of St. Lucia was established in 1957 and named
for a saint revered by the Swedish people, celebrating the
College’s Swedish heritage. It honors women who have
achieved academic success, displayed leadership qualities,
and provided service to the College. Fifteen juniors are
elected in the spring of each year.Schwalm-Brostrom Leadership Award Gerhard T. Alexis Scholars
Aimen Zara – Faith Lillian R. Anderson Claire A. Bratland
Nicholas A. Dol Lucy Ann Larson
Established in 2000 by Ann Schwalm Schwanke ’69 and
Reagan Mary Larson Benjamin W. Menke
her husband, Dr. Arlyn Schwanke, with gratitude for the
Emma N. Nelson Justin J. Portner
example of her parents, Mark and Helen Schwalm, and
Madeline G. Sandish Carolyn A. Schwartz
for the encouragement of Gustavus mentors Milton
Sanjeeda Tazrin Shutrishna Hannah K. Tengwall
Brostrom ’49, professor emeritus of mathematics and
computer science, and his wife, Elaine, retired director of Endowed by a gift from Jane and H. Bradford Thompson
public affairs. The award recognized a current Gustavus and presented annually, beginning in 1983–84, to the
sophomore, junior, or senior who in their voluntary junior student or students (as determined by credits) with
and community service for the benefit of those outside the the highest cumulative GPA following the previous spring
Gustavus campus, “models an understanding of vocation semester. It is named for the distinguished English professor
and leadership embodied in creative, innovative, and (taught 1947–1983).
extraordinary efforts or new initiatives that respond to
the needs of society.” Albert G. Swanson Scholars
Aidan J. Dahlseid Vanessa L. Dimick
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
R. John Van Deusen Award Rose E. Eerdmans Kelly A. Montgomery
Amanda M. Braun Ashley L. Neuenfeldt Jessica M. Strobush
Recognizes a student who overcame extraordinary adversity Endowed by a gift from Jane and H. Bradford Thompson
on the path to graduation. and presented annually, beginning in 1983–84, to the
senior student or students (as determined by credits) with
the highest cumulative GPA following the previous spring
semester. It is named for the distinguished academic dean
and mathematics professor who also served as acting
president of the College (1968–69).
7
HONORS DAY 2021DEPARTMENTAL
ACADEMIC ASSISTANTS
Academic Assistants work under the supervision of the chairpersons of their respective departments. They serve as student
resources for departmental decisions, assist in the teaching of certain courses and in the development of specific departmental
projects, and may conduct personal research projects. A stipend accompanies each appointment. Below are departments with
academic assistants.
African Studies Geography Music
Ivonna Vinnett Victoria G. Franciosi Natalie R. Johnson
Amanda J. Hoffman
Art and Art History James E. Miller Nursing
Anna-Olivia R. Machado Phounsith “Quincy” Yangh Ruth Ai Choo Chuah
Claire E. Strohmeyer Maya A. Gerads
Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies Julia M. Jacobs
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Tyra Ashley Banks Alyssa J. Luecke
Mack A. Christianson Holly A. Fitterer
Joseph W. Lackner Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies
Health and Exercise Science Marissa J. Anderson
Biology Taylor G. Hemme
Tessa M. Dethlefs Sarah A. Koch Physics
Maicy L. Vossen Espen T. Fredrick
Elizabeth M. Whitcomb History Lawrence Anthony Hiquiana
Michael L. Gluth Gregory M. Norton
Chemistry Catherine T. Lim Alex J. Woitas
Kaitlyn J. Gruber
Gavyn T. Walsh Japanese Studies Political Science
8
Josephine A. Carlson Reine Cyuzuzo Ndayisaba
Communication Studies Kylah J. Sutton Paige Ellen Patterson
Joesy B. Shea
HONORS DAY 2021
Joshua S. Wilson Latin American, Latinx, and Psychological Science
Caribbean Studies Rose E. Eerdmans
Economics and Management Kyara J. Craven
Ashley L. Neuenfeldt - Economic Religion
Analysis Library Henri E. Santelman
Wyatt J. Gillette - Financial Economics Ashley M. Evans
Astrid S. Axtman - Management Kaylee Lino Russian and Eastern European
Lauren K. Johnson - Management Studies
Mathematics, Computer Science, Riley R. Wentink
Hannah K. Tengwall - Public
and Statistics
Accounting Scandinavian Studies
Page A. Cocchiarella
Education Rebecca M. Steffen Elizabeth Z. Johnson
Jessica M. Strobush Sociology and Anthropology
Modern Languages, Literatures,
Sydney J. Stumme-Berg Charlotte B. Lim
and Cultures
English Hannah R. Borgh – French
Theatre and Dance
Nicole Paige Cundiff Katherine G. Williams – French
Samuel A. Albright
Miranda D. Johnsen Julia E. Vomhof – German
Tessa Riley Longshore
Wyatt J. Gillette – Spanish
Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Jordan S. Oleson – Spanish Hannah J. Saunders
Amber R. Wolfinger Sandesh SukhramPRESIDENT’S HONOR LIST
The President’s Honor List comprises those students who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.7 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
through January of the academic year.
Alexis Nichole Aaby Josephine A. Bierbaum Maryn P. Cella Trace G. Dobson Merideth Catherine Foster
Isabella Friederike Aase Tessa A. Bierbaum Mariah Jaye Chalamila Jonas Neil Doerr Daniel Fouchier
Maia Ruth Adams Adam Biewen Thomas L. Chalupnik Nicholas A. Dol Annie E. Fox
Victoria D. Adebisi Clara Louise Billings Emilie Rose Chapdelaine Alec Brian Donald Ruth Joy Frahm
Austin R. Adler Logan R. Bjorkman Madeline Elizabeth Chase Elizabeth Behan Donnelly Victoria G. Franciosi
Marianna Beth Aho Josie M. Blake Ratana Chheng Mitchell R. Donoughue Jenna Grace Frazier
Quinn Noel Eli Ailabouni Luke A. Blazing Mara Joy Chiat Andrew J. Dooley Arianna Raye Fredrickson
McKenzie Jean Alders Delaney L. Bluhm Nicholas Andrew Kaitlyn Hannah Doolittle Caleb Lee Fridinger
Hanaa Mohammed Sean Christian Bochman Christensen Abigail P. Doran Kiley M. Friedrichs
Alhosawi Sally Annette Bodlovick Ruth Ai Choo Chuah Evelyn A. Doran Monarch Anna Fuhrman
Katherine E. Allard Cameron John Boelter Triston Douglas Clark Sydney Jo Douglas Connor M. Gag
Hassan Mujtaba Almusawy Mikayla Elizabeth Bohner Margo Renee Clausen Amanda Rae Drake Anna O. Gambill
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Christian E. Alvarez Brady W. Boie Sarah Katherine Clay Jacob Scott Duncan Caralyn Grace Gardner
Odalys A. Alvarez Stephen James Boler Sydney Rose Cochran Abigail Jennifer Eaton Jack David Garrison
Martinez Cody P. Bonk Isaac P. Coen-Pesch Tyler Jerome Ebner Gabriella Chase Garry
Annika C. Anderson Hannah R. Borgh Callie Ann Coleman Rose E. Eerdmans Cameron J. Gaspord
Cole James Anderson Kyra C. Bowar Linnea Grace Coltvet David Joseph Eide Mallorie A. Gehloff
Ellie G. Anderson Alexander Ryan Bradley Sophia G. Coltvet William Francis Eikens Calvin Joseph Gehring
Emma R. Anderson Margaret L. Brandt Alexandra Lynn Combs Makenna Lee Einck Sarah Elizabeth Genet
Kjerstin Linnea Anderson Vienna L. Branom Lenora Justine Combs Brendan C. Elliott Maya A. Gerads
Lara K. Anderson Claire A. Bratland Hailey D. Concepcion Sarah Beth Elliott Emily K. Gerencer
Lillian R. Anderson Isabel Sarah Breitkreutz Breanna Jo Conway Elsie A. Emich Emma L. Gesch
Marissa Jean Anderson Alex T. Bretoi Isabella Danielle Cook Lily Eileen Engebretson Emily Marie Giannotta
Stephanie E. Anderson Kaitlyn E. Brey Susan A. Cook Nadia Gavidae English George Anthony
Nicholas Aney Laure Abrielle Briol Kade Ralph Copple Heidi Ellen Engman Giannou 9
Shae M. Archambault Kaydasha Naomi Brown Ainsley Maeve Cox Emma Patricia Erickson Claudia M. Giedd
Lydia R. Arens Marshall R. Browne Levi Timothy Cox Tait Anders Erickson DeAnna G. Giles
Axel A. Armendariz Jasmin Eliza Bryan- Miranda Lee Cox Emma Lena Ericson Amy Rose Gilhoi
HONORS DAY 2021
Ruston James Armstrong Moreira Conrad Alexander Cronin Erin N. Ericson Wyatt J. Gillette
Sophia Louise Artley William Benjamin Bryans Sara Kathleen Cronk Tyra M. Ericson Justyn J Gillis
Ella Nalezny Arvidson Alexander Simon Budde Ellen S. Croonquist Ruth A. Erikstrup Jaret Lee Glander
Monica Elizabeth Atkinson Nathan James Bumgardner Andrea Cruz Bracamontes Katelyn M. Espe Julia M. Glodoski
Hailey R. Auran Grace M. Bureau Warsan B. Cumar Brady Robert Essig Michael L. Gluth
Donovan Teszan Austin Parker James Burman Nicole Paige Cundiff Emma Rose Esteb Ashley Marie Goeltl
Astrid S. Axtman Lillian M. Bushong Jared P. Czech Ashley M. Evans Pedro Gomes Menezes
Blake I. Bachmeier Lauren Elizabeth Buss Aidan J. Dahlseid Alexa K. Evenson Sophia I. Gottlick
Grant R. Baker Payton Marie Buss Liam Joseph Dahlseid Grant Elliot Fackler Soren Avery Grant
Julia Lynn Baldus Hannah Marie Calkins Samantha G. Dalluge Emily J. Falk Clare A. Greeman
Nathaniel M. Baring Ellen May Callender Emma L. Dalton Olivia Joan Falk Manny Patrick Green
Abigail Paige Barrett John R. Campisi Stanislav Danaev Rachael R. Fanciullo Lauren Dianna
Tatum Marie Batchelder Briana C. Canesi Paige Elizabeth Danforth Zachary D. Farr Gregersen
Carolina G. Bather Trygve I. Capistrant-Kinne Mallory M. Daniels Breanna Michelle Felske Trajan D. Grimsrud
Parker David Beck Collin J. Carlson Jared E. Dawson Austin John Fest Benjamin David Grinde
Audrey Francis Beissel Dallas J. Carlson Noah T. Decker Cole Vincent Fischer Eleanor F. Grinnell
Filip Josef Belik Emily Grace Carlson Grace Gillies deGrood Emma E. Fischer Ava Kathleen Gross
Payton Ann Belt Josephine Allison Carlson Carson Alex DeKam Jordan Trae Fischer MacKenzie Isabel Groth
Maritza Berenice Beltran Brendon M. Carlson Sather Tyler J. DelMain Matthew Stanley Fischer Anna Kathleen Grotins
Samuel Ervin Bennett Sarah Elizabeth Carr Mallory M. Denzer Holly A. Fitterer Kathleen Renee Grube
Tristan Donald Benson Matthew Alexander Madeleine Maddie Derbis Alexis Wendelyn Fleming Jessica A. Gruber
Grace L. J. Benz Carreon Tessa M. Dethlefs Madison Eden Fleming Kaitlyn J. Gruber
Brittany Christine Berge Abigail J. Carsten Aria Paige Huyer DeVries Dominic Daly Flentje Eleanor Grace Guanella
Kira Sky Bergman Kathryn Therese Cash Cassandra Grace DeVries Alexandru Cristian Florea Jordan Drew Gunderson
Elizabeth Clara Bergquist Owen James Casteel Emma Marie Deyo Maria F. Flores Marquez Caden J. Gunnarson
Brock D. Bertelsen Ella Marie Castleman Emmalyn Joyce Dickerson Edmund C. Fornoff Agro Arthur Gushwa
Avery Jane Beyer Lauren Rebecca Hope Kendall Carol Diehl Amber K. Forrester Luke Michael Haddorff
Rachel Dawn Bickman Caywood Vanessa L. Dimick Benjamin Carl Forsberg Georgette Godfreda HaganGergely Hajos Amaduwurie K. Jalloh Dhareni Melanie Tate Aaron Littlefield Olivia Lynn Motley
Abigail F. Hamvas Lindsay Annika James Kistnasamy Gabriel Aaron Loberg Lucas J. Mueller
Porter Richard Haney Olivia Erin Janovy Meyer Isabella L. Klabough Emma G. Lohman Madelyn G. Mueller
Ava R. Hanson Teegan Brittany Jass Lillian Grace Kline Tessa Riley Longshore Nicholaus Mueller
Grant Andrew Hanson Katherine M. Jennings Samantha Johanna Kline Alexandra Marie Louis Sylvia Karen Mueller
Seth Allen Hardel Andrew Yorick Jensen Nicholas V. Klishko Abigail Kay Ludwig Kate J. Murray
Kimberly Marie Moriah Margaret Jensen Kelsie Rose Knaggs Alyssa J. Luecke Ingrid E. Napiorkowski
Hareland Signe J. Jeremiason Emma L. Kniefel Kelson W. Lund Reine Cyuzuzo Ndayisaba
Logann J. Harkness Miranda D. Johnsen Bryce A. Knutson Elsa Ione Lunde Connor Bartholomew Nee
Lucas Michael Hartfiel Aaron M. Johnson Isaak J. Knutson Annalise C. Lundeen- Jada A. Nelsen
Elizabeth Diane Anna Joi Johnson Jade Rose Koenen Detisch Ryan William Nelsen
Hartmann Arden M. Johnson Brooklyn E. Koetke Olivia J. Lutter Birgen Elise Nelson
Kendall Marie Harvey Chelsy Michelle Johnson Lindsey Marie Kohlhase MacKenzie E. Maki Emma N. Nelson
Samuel David Haseth Derek W. Johnson Doris Klein Mor Kongla Shantanu Mallick Leah N. Nelson
Joseph Sewell Hauge Eleanor K. Johnson Carter Christopher Kopet Kayla James Malmgren Nicole L. Nelson
Emily Aleda Haugen Elizabeth G. Johnson Sydney Erin Koppelman Kristin E. Martens Olivia Anita Nelson
Sydney R. Hauger Eric D. Johnson Jacob James Korver Major Curtis Martin Sophia Grace Nelson
Alyssa J. Hegde Evan Victor Johnson Alexander John Kot Gustavo Martinez Abigail Joy Neptun
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Kendra Marie Held Jasper Carl Johnson Leah Winifred Kovach Sophia Linnea Martinez Ashley L. Neuenfeldt
Justine H. Helmbrecht Jessi J. Johnson John R. Kraemer Olin T. Mattson Olivia D. Neuenfeldt
Emilia R. Helms-Leslie Jessie L. Johnson Mariah Kristine Kranz MacKenzie L. Mazhari Nhu Huynh Nguyen
Claire Catherine Jordan Marie Johnson Emily R. Kratz Madeline Lanie McCleary Trang Minh Phuc Nguyen
Hemstock Kali M. Johnson Elisabeth Nicole Kray Eavan A. McCormick Anna Karyn Nietz
Gabriel Thomas Hendrichs Landon Paul Johnson Zachary Thomas Kruger Kaitlin McCoskey Megan M. Nipe
Sydney R. Henrichs Lauren K. Johnson Drew A. Krull Kathryn Jayne McCoy Charles Akwasi-Poku
Megan K. Hensel Owen R. Johnson Jorrun Emily Kuehn Eamonn D. McCullough Nnuro
Cora Elizabeth Hentges Zachary T. Johnson Madison E. Kulzer Madeline M. McDermott Callie Marie Nordberg
Jessica L. Herbrand Jane Christine Jonassen Adam J. Kunkel Thomas Stephen Emily Elizabeth Norman
Brooke I. Herman Hannah Marie Jones Cheyenne M. Kunkel McDermott Sophie Ann Norman
Anthony Jesus Hernandez Aiya Maren Jorde Aliyah Marie Kurth Turner Toshitomo Olivia Joy Norquist
10 Carly June Herrick Haley C. Jostes Avery Ruth Laffey McDonald Jessica A. Norton
Madelyn T. Hessian Mary Elizabeth Juelich Charlotte Ann Landmark Anna J. McGeeney Kathryn Louise Nowak
Kathryn A. Hicks Caitlin Ann Juell Alexis L. Lane Dylan M. McGregor Cyemone Marie Nusser
Grant Martin Hietpas Olivia Ragan Julien Kyle Allan Langer Molly Ann McHugh Wendy Morangi
HONORS DAY 2021
Mya M. Hillerud Jacob G. Just Landon Frederick Lantz Elijah Mathias McMahon Nyachwaya
Hannah Marie Hilyar Sam Allan Just Cassandra L. Larsen Alexander D. Meger Amanda Richards
Henry I. Hinchcliffe Lydia R. Kalenze Jakob M. Larson Morgan Melander Mellum Nyakwada
Timothy Walter Hirsch Elise A. Kalsnes Lucas D. Larson Jessica Joselyne Mendez Keeley L. Oak
Jackson Mark Hjelle Paige E. Kamin Lucy Ann Larson Robles Emily Elizabeth Oberdeck
Mary H. Hoang Megan E. Karrow Reagan Mary Larson Anya M. Menk Adelyn Gust Oberg
Bailey Kathryn Hoff Sara Ann Kasel Allison Nicole Laux Benjamin W. Menke Angel Maame Afua
Melanie C. Hoffa Arica L. Kath Gabriel N. Lavan Brooke T. Merila Obiorah
Amanda Jolee Douthit Alexander James Trevor Michael LaVigne Sarah A. Mersch Kathleen M. O’Brien
Hoffman Katterjohn Nicholas J. Leach Cerise Layne Metz Audrey Lavina Marie
Dalton W. Hoffman Brianna L. Kauffmann Jake M. Lee Emily A. Meyer Ochtrup-DeKeyrel
Brandon T. Holland Simerjit Kaur Austin Blaise Legatt Leah Jean Meyer Yuki Oda
Logan Michael Holley Abbie T. Kavouras Wren P. Leith Aviva E. Meyerhoff Ryan T. Odermatt
Justine E. Holm Jenna C. Kavouras Madalyn Marie Lemke Jay C. Michelizzi Ruby L. O’Hagan
Erin M. Holman Leah K. Keil Maya L. Lengvenis Jackson John Miest Ryan James Olds
Teagan Jean Holmes Linnea C. Keire Bennett J. Lepel Danielle Elizabeth Miller Heather D. Olinger
Andrew Wayne Hoppe Veronica L. Kemna Kelsey L. Leppert James E. Miller Anders Thomas Olson
Hailee M. Horntvedt Trevor Joseph Kempen Annika Ann Lewis Kelsey H. Miller Casey R. Olson
Kaitlyn A. Houg Hailey Ann Kennedy Ashley M. Ley Abigail Shirley Moe Emily K. Olson
Dana E. Howell Hannah M. Kennedy Colton R. Leyk Sara Jeanne Moen Kaylee Christine Olson
Hannah Lynn Hubbart Jaeden Todd Kenward Kathryn Diane Lillemon Norhan Kathleen Mohamed Matthew James Olson
Dane William Hudson Kaylene Marie Kerber Evelyn Marie Lima Diana K. Moir Jordyn G. Olson-Merrick
Scott E. Huston Benjamin Allen Kies Alexis Sze Lin Olivia Dawn Mokhtary Annalee Elizabeth
Kimika Ishikawa-Temple Ellie Marie King Claire Louise Lind Serena Rayne Monson Olson-Sola
Grace E. Jackson Megan E. King Leah A. Lind Matthew Edward Moorse Marvin Omana Palma
Julia M. Jacobs Michael Geoffrey King Brooke L. Linder McKenna Sue Moran Cascade R. Oppitz
Natalie Kay Jahnsen Lillian Myra Kingsley Rachel A. Lindrud Kelsey Anne Morrison Lillie Nicole Ortloff
Jocelyn G. Jaimez Elizabeth Mae Kirchner Jonathan D. Listul Todd Steven Morrow Zachary I. OsmundsonMarie C. Osuna Annika Stina Reierson Ezedin Seid Adam Harold Thornberg Austin J. Witt
Peter J. Oviguian Grace Ann F. Rerat Toby Jon Sengvongxay Helena Grace Thornburg Cameron M. Witt
Lauren Grace Pankow Laurell Christine Reuvers Emily K. Seppelt Vanessa J. Thurk Katey J Witt
Olivia Jane Panning Logan A. Rezac Joesy B. Shea Lauren Alyssa Tillman Harrison Brandford Wold
Cadence R. Paramore Katharine M. Rhoten Jill McKenna Shoen Sydney S. Timm Amber R. Wolfinger
Jaemin Park Peyton James Richardson Hardik Shrestha Madison J. Tooker Michaela M. Woodward
Noel J. Parker Logan C. Ries Sanjeeda Tazrin Lily Torres Fernandez Grace A. Worwa
Jackie Len Trajano William Edward Riitters Shutrishna Hayley N. Trebil Junming Wu
Patterson Anna Marie Horsted Riner Julia Marie Simms Olivia Claire Treichel Jenna E. Wyum
Paige Ellen Patterson Kieran Bryan Ripken Amber R. Simon Renee I. Troutman Ger Yang
Rylea Sonja Patterson Thomas Christopher Ritt Elijah Joshua Simon Kasie Renae Tweet Tessa Dell Yeager
Lauren J. Paulsen Kaiani Lynnae Roberts Payton C. Simon Ben Isaac Urbaniak Roselyn Gyemfah Yeboah
Abigayle Paulson Engman Kristin Faith Torben H. Urdahl Iris Olivia Youngdahl
Alyssa Yvonne Paulson Amanda Allyn Roff Simphoukham Nisorakhon Usmonova Wenlei Yu
Lindsey R. Paulson Emma Zoe Rossow Ethan J. Sindelir Hailey Kaylynn Vader Ana Zaalishvili
Leah N. Pavlish Theodore Wallace Rossow Meghan C. Sinn Gretchen Van Ess Megan Marie Zamow
Matt T. Payne Amelia Louise Roth Brandon Michael Sisler Carissa Lee Vanderwal Shelby R. Zander
Taylor A. Pearson Benjamin Duane Kendra Ellen Smaby Tovey Noelle Velin Zoe G. Zarth
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Luke J. Pederson Ruemenapp Erik G. Small Kaylee E. Vick Mikayla A. Zaske
Cora Elaine Pelkey Hugo Ruiz Molly R. Smerillo Kevin Anderson Vieira Geena M. Zebrasky
Tania Monserrat Perez Hannah J. Rupp Alysha J. Smith Grace Elisabeth Viland Callen William Zemek
Barrios Lauren Elizabeth Russell Annabel Marie Smith Evelyn M. Villalobos Kristen C. Ziegler
Samuel J. Peters Jacqueline Rynda Katarina M. Smith Rachael M. Vlasak Micah A. Zielske
Jenna M. Petersen Emily M. Saari Victoria G. Smith Taylor Rae Voight Rachael J. Zielske
Jessica Rae Petersen Yesenia Grace Sanchez Peter I. Snyder Patrick G. Voigt Autumn Claire Zierman
Jordan Mark Petersen Anna K. Sanders Ashley I. Sosa Maicy L. Vossen Grace Lynn Zieske
Kendra A. Petersohn Wesley R. Sanders Caroline J. Southworth Kayla Janice Vrieze
April Dawn Peterson Madeline G. Sandish Solveig F. Stafford Lani Vue
Brittany Louise Peterson Nikita K. Sandstrom Anna Clare Stednitz Bailey A. Wagner
Courtney M. Peterson Henri E. Santelman Elliot Steeves Jessa R. Waligoski
Emma L. Peterson Jenna R. Sargent Rebecca M. Steffen McCall F. Walker 11
Lucy F. Peterson Hannah J. Saunders Alexa Rae Steffl Kelsey Danielle Walock
Taylor M. Pfeifer Annalise M. Schaaf Emma Christine Steinert Gavyn T. Walsh
Sophia Rose Pfluger Isabella E. Schaffer Kieran Avery Stemm Samantha E. Walters
HONORS DAY 2021
Tessa L. Pieper James M. Scharr Taite M. Stevens Aldrich David L. Warner
Kiana Lynn Pitsch Owen Michael Schauss Macie Nicole Stevermer Molly Rose Weberg
Sophia B. Pletcher Aurora Theimer Laura E. Stickney Chasey A. Wedge
Emily L. Porter Schelmeske Jacob Andrew Stoffel Kayla H. Weiers
Jacob W. Portner Alexis Maria Schermann Madison Elyse Stokesbary Jake Edward Weinstein
Justin J. Portner Ryan T. Schimek Patrick Jay Stonecipher Ingrid Madeleine Welna
Andrea C. Post Logan Thomas Schindler Corinne Gayle Stremmel Kaikea Amelia Welsh
Audrey C. Powell Christina Marie Schmidt Jessica M. Strobush Kaylynn Ann Weltzien
Blake T. Power Anna Rose Schmit Michaela D. Strom Riley R. Wentink
Brooke A. Power Noelle M. Schmitt Sydney J. Stumme-Berg Amelia C. Wernsing
Anna M. Pozdnyakov Lucas Walter Schnirring Sandesh Sukhram Konrad Shane Wernsing
Thomas F. Prahl Kelsey M. Schoeberl Kaylee Renae Sullivan Abigail Kristine
Kristina S. Press Claire Elizabeth MacKenzie Kaitlin Westendorp
Madeleine Rae Proffer Schoenfield Sullivan Lindsey Marie Westerberg
Lily Mae Prokosch Betsy Rose Schoenrock Thomas Paul Sullivan Jordan Elizabeth Whalen
Austin Glenn Puppe Elliott D. Schroeder Fengxi Sun Elizabeth M. Whitcomb
Riley Anne Queensland Hannah Y. Schroeder Kylah Jean Sutton Nicholas Hans Whiteman
Zoe L. Raisbeck Nathan T. Schroepfer Carley Jean-Marie Matthew R. Wichlen
Kush Raj Keely Catherine Rosema Swanson-Garro Sienna Faith Wiebusch
Iliana Renee Ramon Schuck Sydney Leigh Swenson Ellie Marie Wigham
Sofia P. Ramos Alyssa M. Schwartz Maria Pearl Sylvester Oscar Wikstrom
Landon J. Rauen Benjamin Michael Schwartz Tyler John Teichmiller Camille Mary Will
Indraneel N. Raut Carolyn A. Schwartz Hannah K. Tengwall Gracie R. Willaert
Jack W. Raway Cole K. Schwartz Bethany L. Tennis Daniel James Williams
Hannah J. Reckinger Jessica A. Schwartz Sourabh S. Terakanambi Lauren R. Williams
Sophia L. Redding Laura K. Schwichtenberg Louis Jerome Thares Abigail G. Willis
Haley J. Reed Nathan M. Scruggs Hunter A. Thompson Joshua Steven Wilson
Sydney J. Regalado Justin R. Sehlin Leah M. Thompson Brianna Carol WintzDEPARTMENTAL HONOR
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
Recipients of these scholarships and awards are selected by the faculty of the individual departments on the basis of merit.
ART AND ART HISTORY Charles L. Hamrum Award
President’s Art Award Tessa M. Dethlefs
Grace Gillies deGrood Established in 1982 by a group of graduates who had
Established in 2017, the President’s Art Prize is awarded to entered the field of entomology, this award is given annually
a student whose work demonstrates exceptional merit, in honor of the late biology professor, a member of the
formally and conceptually, as selected by the studio art and Class of 1947 (taught 1949–1988), for his contributions
art history faculty. to and influence on their careers. The group also set up
a scholarship endowment fund in Hamrum’s name. The
award was first presented in 1984 and recognizes the
BIOLOGY
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
achievements of an upperclass student majoring in biology.
Rubert Anderson Research Award
Maicy L. Vossen Outstanding Service Award
Established by the Department of Biology in 1985 to honor Tyra Ashley Banks Lydia F. Spann
the late biochemist Rubert S. Anderson for his philanthropy Presented annually to recognize a student or students for
to the department, it recognizes outstanding academic outstanding service to the biology department.
achievement in biology.
Rubert Anderson Award in Systematics CHEMISTRY
Alec Brian Donald Jeremy R. Gilbertson American Chemical Society Division of Physical
Chemistry Undergraduate Award
Established by the Department of Biology in 2008 to
Maheemah Sonia Devi Bokhoree
engage students in collections-based systematics work in
12 one of the department’s permanent resource collections of The ACS’s Division of Physical Chemistry sponsors annual
plants or animals. Named in honor of the late Rubert S. awards to undergraduate students demonstrating excellence
Anderson, a biochemist affiliated with Princeton University, in physical chemistry and related fields based on research,
coursework, and/or dedication to the field. The faculty
HONORS DAY 2021
the Marine Biological Institute at Woods Hole, and the
University of South Dakota, for his donations to the determines other criteria and selects one outstanding
Gustavus biology program, this award annually recognizes student each year.
student contributions to systematics work. American Chemical Society Division of Organic
Beta Beta Beta National Biology Honors Society Chemistry Undergraduate Student Award in
Organic Chemistry
(inducted 2020)
Sarah A. Mersch
Amelia L. Bjorklund Cole Edward Christenson
Piper L. Gibbs Haley J. Goebel The ACS’s Division of Organic Chemistry sponsors annual
Rachel E. Lenz Brooke L. Linder awards to undergraduate students enrolled in programs
Madeline M. McDermott Jada A. Nelsen emphasizing organic chemistry and who have completed
Jordyn G. Olson-Merrick Andrea C. Post at least one full year of study. The faculty determines other
Erin B. Teichroew Maicy L. Vossen criteria and selects one outstanding student, who receives a
Elizabeth M. Whitcomb Brianna Carol Wintz complimentary one-year division membership.
Huiyin Zhang American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic
Founded at Oklahoma City University in 1922 and Chemistry Undergraduate Student Award
chartered as a national honor society in 1925; the Gustavus Matthew S. Venzke
chapter, Iota Rho, was established April 15, 1977. The ACS’s Division of Inorganic Chemistry sponsors
annual awards to undergraduate students enrolled in
J.A. Edquist Award
chemistry, environmental engineering, or other programs
Elizabeth M. Whitcomb
emphasizing inorganic chemistry who have completed at
Named after an early professor of biology and botany at least one full year of study. The faculty determines other
Gustavus (1889–1930), the award recognizes outstanding criteria and selects one outstanding student, who receives a
academic achievement in biology. complimentary one-year division membership.American Chemical Society Division of Polymer EDUCATION
Chemistry Undergraduate Award Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in
Lillian R. Anderson Education (inducted Fall 2020)
Presented by the faculty to recognize outstanding Alexis Nichole Aaby Odalys A. Alvarez Martinez
achievement by a chemistry major during the first two Hailey R. Auran Sally Annette Bodlovick
semesters of organic chemistry. Claire A. Bratland Lauren Elizabeth Buss
Payton Marie Buss Ellen S. Croonquist
American Institute of Chemists Award Morgan P. Dahlke Tyler J. DelMain
Kaitlyn J. Gruber Lily Eileen Engebretson Caralyn Grace Gardner
Presented by the faculty to an outstanding chemistry major Trajan D. Grimsrud Ryan T. Guenther
who plans to pursue graduate study in the field. Abigail F. Hamvas Henry I. Hinchcliffe
Emily S. Hitchings Kellie S. Humble
Analytical Chemistry Award
Moriah Margaret Jensen Samantha Johanna Kline
Sarah A. Mersch
Charlotte Ann Landmark Cassandra L. Larsen
Sponsored by the American Chemical Society and Jonathan D. Listul Maddison Aurora McChesney
awarded after the completion of the spring semester to Madison L. Melin Anya M. Menk
the outstanding junior student in analytical chemistry; this Kelsey H. Miller Megan M. Nipe
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
award recognizes work completed in the previous year. Amara Kay Packey Ahnalee J. Pedersen
Freshman Chemistry Award Jenna M. Petersen Emma L. Peterson
Kimika Ishikawa-Temple Trevor Joseph Kempen Thomas F. Prahl Zoe L. Raisbeck
Iliana Renee Ramon Amelia Louise Roth
Presented to the top first-year chemistry student or students Betsy Rose Schoenrock Keely Catherine Rosema Schuck
at the completion of the general chemistry course. Ethan J. Sindelir Sydney J. Stumme-Berg
Justin E. Taylor Grace Elisabeth Viland
COMMUNICATION STUDIES Cameron M. Witt Kristen C. Ziegler
John E. Braun Award for Outstanding Achievement in
Communication Studies ENGLISH
Carolyn G. Turnquist Gerhard T. Alexis English Prize
Named for Professor Emeritus John Braun (taught 1971– Nicole Paige Cundiff - 1st Place 13
2001) and awarded to a junior or senior communication Miranda D. Johnsen - 2nd Place
studies major who demonstrates outstanding service and/or Marie C. Osuna - 3rd Place
HONORS DAY 2021
exceptional dedication to the study of the major; recipients Named in honor of the distinguished professor (taught
are chosen by vote of department faculty. 1947–1983) and awarded annually, beginning in 1984, for
William G. Robertz Award for Outstanding Scholarship excellence in English studies.
in Communication Studies Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor Society, Pi
Kyra C. Bowar Rho Chapter (inducted Spring 2021)
Named for Professor Emeritus William Robertz ’51 Grace M. Bureau Lenora Justine Combs
(taught 1957–1995) and awarded to a graduating senior Isabella Danielle Cook Kaitlyn Hannah Doolittle
communication studies major who demonstrates academic Gabriella Chase Garry Elizabeth Diane Hartmann
excellence in the major and outstanding potential for Olivia D. Neuenfeldt Cadence R. Paramore
success in graduate school; recipients are selected by the Samuel J. Peters Victoria G. Smith
department faculty. Carley Jean-Marie Austin J. Witt
Swanson-Garro
Lambda Pi Eta National Honor Society in
Communication Studies (inducted Spring 2021) Founded as the English Club at Dakota Wesleyan in
Lydia R. Arens Gabrielle J. Bowlin Mitchell, S.D., in 1922 and chartered as a national honor
Vienna L. Branom Gabriella Chase Garry society in 1924; the Gustavus chapter, Pi Rho, was
Ava Kathleen Gross Dalton W. Hoffman established in 1982.
Courtney K. Leonard Emma G. Lohman
Joesy B. Shea Corinne Gayle Stremmel
Vanessa J. Thurk Austin J. Witt
Established in 1985 at the University of Arkansas, Lambda
Pi Eta became part of the National Communication
Association (NCA) in 1988 and the NCA’s official national
undergraduate honor society in 1995. The Gustavus
chapter, Psi, is a charter member.
continued on next pageLawrence S. Owen Prize in Creative Writing Aaron Insley Award for Excellence in Cartography and
Non-Fiction Geographic Information Science
Jordan Marie Johnson - 1st Place Luke A. Zaruba
Gabriella Chase Garry - 2nd Place The Aaron Insley prize honors the groundbreaking work
Laura E. Stickney - 3rd Place of former geography student Aaron Insley ’08, who was
Fiction the first Gustavus GIS student to create animated maps for
Nicole Paige Cundiff - 1st Place his final project. During Aaron’s senior year at Gustavus
John R. Kraemer - 2nd Place in November 2007, he was involved in a car accident and
Samuel J. Peters - 3rd Place suffered a head injury from which he is still recovering.
Poetry National Council for Geographic Education Award
Laura E. Stickney - 1st Place Victoria G. Franciosi
Kathleen M. O’Brien - 2nd Place
Presented to those senior geography majors who have
Tessa L. Pieper - 3rd Place
demonstrated excellence in scholarship and service.
Named in honor of the distinguished professor (taught
1963–1996) and awarded annually, beginning in 1998, for
Gamma Theta Upsilon International Geographical
excellence in creative writing.
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Honor Society (inducted spring of 2021)
Sarah Katherine Clay Arianna Raye Fredrickson
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Kendra Marie Held Alma Karyn Jorgenson
Robert Moline Environmental Studies Program Aviva E. Meyerhoff Hannah L. Nemerov
“Cherish the Earth” Award Audrey Lavina Marie Kristie C. Olson
Hiwot Muluneh Sugebo Ochtrup-DeKeyrel Lindsey R. Paulson
Established in 1998 to honor Professor Emeritus Robert Phounsith “Quincy” Yangh Luke A. Zaruba
Moline (taught 1961–1998), the founder and longtime Founded in 1928 at Illinois State University and chartered
director of the Environmental Studies Program at Gustavus. as a national honor society in 1931; the Gustavus chapter,
Awarded annually for excellence in environmental studies and Lambda Iota, was established in 2003.
for awareness of and commitment to environmental issues.
14 GREEK, LATIN AND
FIRST TERM SEMINAR CLASSICAL STUDIES
The First Term Seminar Excellence in Writing Award Eta Sigma Phi National Classics Honor Society, Epsilon
(Fall 2020) Xi Chapter (inducted 2021)
HONORS DAY 2021
Brady W. Boie - Winner Emily T. An Lenora Justine Combs
Nicholas Hans Whiteman - Honorable Mention Kellie S. Humble Veronica L. Kemna
Lindsey Marie Kohlhase Birgen Elise Nelson
The First Term Seminar Excellence in Writing Award
April Dawn Peterson Amelia C. Wernsing
reconizes excellence in written communication by a
Konrad Shane Wernsing
first-year student in a First Term Seminar (FTS) course.
Professors of each FTS section may nominate one paper Founded at the University of Chicago in 1914 and
for the award and winning papers are selected in a blind chartered as a national honor society in 1924; a local
review by a panel of faculty and senior students. chapter, Epsilon Xi, was established in 1981.
Kehm Smith Award
GEOGRAPHY Lindsey Marie Kohlhase
Minnesota GIS/LIS Outstanding Student The award includes the cost of tuition for a Gustavus classics
Representative major to participate in the Santa Susana Excavation Project
Audrey Lavina Marie Ochtrup-DeKeyrel in Redondo, Portugal, during the coming summer. It was
Minnesota post-secondary colleges and universities that made possible through the generosity of Gustavus alumna
have a recognized GIS program each select a student to and classics major Emily Kehm Smith ‘06 and her husband,
be recognized as their GIS/LIS Outstanding Student Austin.
Representative. All outstanding students so honored are
given free registration for the annual state geography
conference.J.A. Youngquist Award in Classics Sponberg Memorial Basketball Trophy
Abbie T. Kavouras Logan A. Rezac
Presented annually beginning in 1986, homini summe omnium Established by the Sponberg family in 1951 to honor the
doctrinarum studioso, and awarded to the senior student in the basketball player with the highest scholastic average.
department with the top academic record. It was established in
Evelyn Sponberg Young Award
1984 by Professor Emeritus Rufus Logan (taught 1939–1974)
Ashley L. Neuenfeldt
and his wife, Marion Youngquist Logan, a 1924 graduate, to
honor the memory of her father, Professor J.A. Youngquist, Named in honor of the late Evelyn Sponberg Young, 1933
a member of Gustavus’s first graduating class in 1890 and a graduate, athlete, and longtime dining service director, and
longtime professor of classics (taught 1892–1942). presented annually since 1977 to the senior woman athlete
who has maintained the highest scholastic grade point
HEALTH AND EXERCISE SCIENCE average and has received at least four varsity awards.
Gary Reinholtz Outstanding Athletic Training
Student Award MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE,
Emma C. Davis Hana L. Pokornowski AND STATISTICS
Honoring Gustavus’s first athletic training coordinator and John Borneman Prize Par Excellence in
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
certified athletic trainer (taught 1976–2004), who created Mathematics Scholarship
the College’s first classes in athletic training in 1977 and was Zane L. Michael
also instrumental in developing an AT major in 1986 and Named in memory of the 1955 graduate by his family and
gaining national accreditation; since 2011 this award has presented annually to an outstanding student in physics
been selected by faculty and staff annually to recognize the and/or mathematics and computer science, as nominated
most exceptional student in the program. by the faculties of both departments.
Iota Tau Alpha National Athletic Training Education Corey Ervin Prize for Outstanding Contribution
Honor Society
to the Department
Emma C. Davis Hailey R. Embacher
Carolyn A. Schwartz Rebecca M. Steffen
Sierra M. Meyer Anna Karyn Nietz
Haley J. Reed Abigail J. Schammel Established in 1999 through a memorial gift to the MCS and
Sydney Leigh Swenson Ashley N. Tapio IT departments of the College from Ann and David Hovda, 15
Established in 2004 at Troy University in Alabama; the mother and stepfather of Corey Ervin, a mathematics major
Gustavus chapter was organized in 2010–11. whose degree was awarded posthumously in 1999 after he
was killed in an automobile accident in November 1998. The
HONORS DAY 2021
award, first presented in 2000, goes to a department major
HISTORY judged by the faculty to have provided outstanding leadership
DeNault Essay Prize for Outstanding Essays in History
and service in the department during their college career.
Lucy Ann Dolan Ruby L. O’Hagan
Lillie Nicole Ortloff Lester Lundberg Prize in Mathematics
Presented for the first time in 1991, this prize was Charlotte Ann Landmark
established in 1989 by John and Jean DeNault, friends of Established in 1999 by Jocie Lundberg, widow of Lester
the College, to recognize the teaching ability of history Lundberg ’28, to honor a student preparing for a teaching
professor Thomas A. Emmert (taught 1973–2011) by career in mathematics. It was first awarded in 2015.
annually awarding prizes for the finest undergraduate paper
or papers in the field of history.
MODERN LANGUAGES,
LITERATURES, AND CULTURES
INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Dobro Slovo National Slavic Honor Society
Hollingsworth Key
(inducted Spring 2021)
Casey R. Olson
Lily Mae Prokosch Nikita K. Sandstrom
Presented annually since 1970 to the senior male athlete
Dobro Slovo was originally founded as a local Slavic honorary
with the highest scholastic average, the award is a
society on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley,
continuation of the Myrum Key, which had been awarded
in 1926. In 1963, with the help and encouragement of the
from 1947 until 1969, and also carries on the tradition
American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European
of the Schleuder Medal (awarded 1924–1951) and later
Languages, Dobro Slovo became the National Slavic Honor
the Langsjoen Medal (1952–1969). Professor emeritus,
longtime coach, and athletics director Lloyd Hollingsworth Society. The Gustavus chapter was chartered in 2005.
(taught 1942–1982) assumed sponsorship of the award in
1970, and it is awarded now in his memory.
continued on next pagePi Delta Phi National Honor Society in French Senior Nursing Award for Academic Excellence
(inducted 2021) Vanessa L. Dimick
Hannah R. Borgh Nicole Paige Cundiff Awarded to the senior nursing student who has achieved
Stella D. Hadjiyanis Merritt S. Imhoff the highest academic record; the award was established in
1985 and first presented in 1986.
Pi Delta Phi was founded as a departmental honor society
at the University of California, Berkeley, in 1906. After Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
nearly 20 years as a local chapter, the society declared itself of Nursing (inducted 2021)
the National French Honor Society and chartered the Beta Hannah N. Boese Kaitlyn E. Brey
Chapter at the University of Southern California in 1925. Ruth Ai Choo Chuah Vanessa L. Dimick
The Gustavus chapter, Iota Upsilon, was established in 1986. Mallorie A. Gehloff Maya A. Gerads
Julia M. Jacobs Samantha K. Jorgenson
Sigma Delta Pi National Honor Society in Spanish Hailey Ann Kennedy Brooklyn E. Koetke
(inducted 2021) Doris Klein Mor Kongla Adam J. Kunkel
Sydney Rose Cochran Nadia Gavidae English Cheyenne M. Kunkel Alyssa J. Luecke
Brooke I. Herman Madelyn T. Hessian MacKenzie L. Mazhari Sara Jeanne Moen
Timothy Walter Hirsch Jasper Carl Johnson Hunter D. O’Bert Sofia P. Ramos
Charlotte Ann Landmark Matt T. Payne Olivia J. Sundeen Nicole T. Urbaniak
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Kelsey M. Schoeberl Joshua Steven Wilson Kayla H. Weiers
Austin J. Witt Megan Marie Zamow Founded in 1922 at the Indiana University Training School
Established in 1919 as La Sociedad Nacional Honoraria for Nurses in Indianapolis; a local chapter, Chi-at-large, was
Hispánica at the University of California, Berkeley; the established in 1990.
Gustavus chapter, Nu Upsilon, was chartered in 1979.
PEACE STUDIES
MUSIC Ruth Youngdahl Nelson Peace Education Award
Pi Kappa Lambda National Honor Society in Music Delaney L. Bluhm
(inducted spring 2021) This scholarship honors the memory of Ruth Youngdahl Nelson,
Emma E. Fischer Abigail F. Hamvas distinguished Gustavus alumna (Class of 1924) and peace
Jocelyn G. Jaimez Henri E. Santelman activist. It is intended for students who propose to become
16
Founded at the university of Illinois in 1918; the Gustavus actively involved in peacemaking in some experiential way.
chapter, Zeta Chi, was established in 1989. Peace Studies Award
HONORS DAY 2021
Senior Honors Recital Winners Josephine Allison Carlson Kendra Marie Held
Abigail F. Hamvas Emee M. Jagielski Aviva E. Meyerhoff Caroline J. Southworth
Jocelyn G. Jaimez Natalie Rebekah Johnson These scholarships are awarded to students who enroll off-
Jakob M. Larson Megan M. Nipe campus in formal courses of study concerned integrally with
Samantha E. Walters issues of peace and justice or who pursue independent study
It is with great pleasure that the Music Department presents projects that focus on peace and justice issues.
its Annual Senior Honors Recital. These students are chosen
by the Music Faculty in a special audition. An appearance on PHYSICS
the Senior Honors Recital is a tribute to the recitalist’s ded- John Borneman Prize Par Excellence in Mathematics
ication to the art of music and achievement as a performer. Scholarship
It is indeed an honor to have these fine young musicians Zane L. Michael
represent the Department of Music and the College on this Named in memory of the 1955 graduate by his family and
special occasion. presented annually to an outstanding student in physics and/
or mathematics and computer science, as nominated by the
NURSING faculties of both departments.
Faye M. Hershey Prize in Nursing
Julian A. Crawford Memorial Physics Award
Brittany Louise Peterson
Maheemah Sonia Devi Bokhoree
Established in 1992 by mathematics professor Barbara
Named in memory of the former chair of the physics
Knight Kaiser to honor the memory of her grandmother,
Faye M. Hershey, a dedicated volunteer worker in nursing department (1967–1969) and awarded to the student
throughout her lifetime. This is an annual award made just with “the greatest potential for contributing to physics
prior to the senior year of a Gustavus Adolphus College and society.”
student who shows promise as a prospective nurse and
whose activities include volunteer work.Harold Q. Fuller and Richard M. Fuller Physics PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Achievement Award Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology
Katelyn M. Espe Grant Martin Hietpas (inducted Fall 2020 or Spring 2021)
Established in 1997 by Emeritus Professor Richard Fuller Mustafa Mohammed Anya A. Bailey
(taught 1968–1999) and his wife, Judith, to honor his late Abuhamdeh Avery Jane Beyer
father, a physics professor and dean at the University of Amelia L. Bjorklund Isabelle G. Cook
Missouri, for his lifetime commitment to the teaching of Gillian Marlene Duncan Denis P. Engle
young people, and also to mark his own 30+ year career at Alyssa I. Ford Anna O. Gambill
Gustavus. The awards are designated to encourage first-year Julia M. Glodoski Zoe J. Haugen
physics students. Brooke I. Herman Melanie C. Hoffa
David Jansen Megan E. King
Milward T. Rodine Memorial Physics Award Andres P. Losinski Mackinzee Mae Miest
Lawrence Anthony Hiquiana Bryn Frances Mucha Vincent H. Nguyen
Named for the longtime professor of physics (taught 1933– Luke J. Pederson Emmie R. Peroutka
1969) and awarded to a junior major on the basis of interests Jessica Rae Petersen Dareya L. Pozdnyakov
and scholarly achievements. Sarah Ailene Pucel Sophia L. Redding
Josseline I. Sanchez Ryan M. Sandbeck
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS COLLEGE
Sigma Pi Sigma National Physics Honor Society Madeleine R. Schut Anna M. Serrao
(inducted 2021) Sydney Strobl Abegeya L. Tadese
Maheemah Sonia Devi Mitchell R. Donoughue Catrina A. Toeben Maria D. Vasquez
Bokhoree Espen T. Fredrick Charles R. Walia Jack K. Wiessenberger
Lawrence Anthony Hiquiana Kyle D. Krippner Founded in 1929 at the Ninth International Congress of
Alex J. Woitas Psychology held at Yale University; a Gustavus chapter was
Founded in 1921 at Davidson College in North Carolina and established in 1988.
chartered as a national honor society in 1925; the Gustavus
chapter was established in 2004. RELIGION
George Hall Prize for Scholarship in Religion
POLITICAL SCIENCE Mallory M. Denzer Henri E. Santelman 17
Pi Sigma Alpha National Honor Society in Political Named for the longtime religion professor (taught 1938–
Science (inducted 2020) 1956) and awarded annually in May, beginning in 1980,
Shae M. Archambault Josephine Allison Carlson to a senior majoring or minoring in religion who exhibits
HONORS DAY 2021
Tayler R. Grossman Elizabeth Z. Johnson excellence in research, writing, and class participation. (The
Katya Ann McDonald Benjamin W. Menke student listed above is the previous year’s recipient, as the
Regina Olono Vidales Emily K. Seppelt award for the current year is announced after Honors Day.)
Autumn Claire Zierman
Theta Alpha Kappa Religion Honor Society
Founded in 1920 at the University of Texas, the national Margaret L. Brandt Allison Elizabeth James
political science honor society now has more than 425 Lily Mae Prokosch
chapters nationwide; the Gustavus chapter, Pi Gamma, was
established in 1986. Founded in 1976 at Manhattan College, Riverdale, N.Y.; a
Gustavus chapter was established in 2002.
Political Science Writing Award
Nathaniel M. Baring
Benjamin W. Menke
Honoring the students whose papers written for political
science classes are judged by department faculty to be
exemplary in their written expression, imaginative ideas,
and depth of research. This award continues a department
tradition initiated in 1987.
continued on next pageYou can also read
