Seventy of the brightest and most dedicated students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill were honored Wednesday (April 14) with the University’s most prestigious academic, service and leadership awards.
Seventy of the brightest and most dedicated students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill were honored Wednesday (April 14) with the University’s most prestigious academic, service and leadership awards.
Chancellor Holden Thorp presided at the annual Chancellor’s Awards ceremony, in which Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Bruce Carney presented academic awards and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Margaret Jablonski presented service and leadership awards.
Samantha Lauren Estevez of Alexandria, Va., won two awards, the James M. Johnston Distinguished Senior Award, for academic acheivement and leadership, and the Mary Turner Lane Award in women’s studies.
For the second year in a row, Henry Lawlor Spelman of Swarthmore, Pa., received the prize for the undergraduate who, in the opinion of the classics faculty, presents the best rendering into English of selected passages of Greek not previously read. Spellman has received a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University in England.
Student recipients, their parents and awards are listed below, with North Carolina winners first by hometown followed by out-of-state winners. Students listed in more than one place are noted with an asterisk.
NORTH CAROLINA
Apex
Maura Elizabeth Baldiga, daughter of Frank and Anna Baldiga of Apex: the Chi Omega Award for Scholarship and Leadership, to the senior in the curriculum in international and area studies chosen as most outstanding in scholastic achievement and exemplary leadership.
Andrew Mark Dunn, son of Mark and Amy Dunn of Apex: the Ernest H. Abernethy Prize in Student Publication Work, to the undergraduate judged to have done the most distinctive work during the current year in the field of student publications.
Mary Beth Holder, daughter of James and Donna Holder of Apex: the Josephus Daniels Scholarship Medal, to the senior midshipman in the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps with the highest average in academic courses.
Asheville
Jordan Thomas Treakle, son of Kevin Treakle and Marijo Simpson of Asheville: the Cornelius O. Cathey Award, to the student who has made the greatest contribution to the quality of campus life through sustained, constructive participation in student programs, or through creative, persistent effort in development of new student programs.
Cameron
Courtney Ann Kurinec, daughter of Chris and Lisa Kurinec of Cameron: the Jacques Hardré Undergraduate Award for Excellence in French, to an undergraduate whose work in French language and literature has been judged most outstanding by a faculty committee.
Candler
*Johnathon Daniel Muñoz, son of Kristi King of Candler and Joe Muñoz of Rohnert Park, Calif.: the Howard W. Odum Undergraduate Sociology Award, to the senior judged by the department faculty as the most outstanding in academic performance.
Carrboro
*Kenneth Miller Silver, son of Jane Silver of Carrboro and Alan Silver of Savannah: the Worth Award, for sustained excellence in undergraduate study of philosophy, based on course performance and faculty recommendation.
Cary
David Lee Brandl, son of Dennis and Diane Brandl of Cary: the George C. Marshall Award, to the senior Army cadet who excels in professional excellence, leadership, scholarship, personal integrity and selfless service to the nation.
Mark Daniel Schubel, son of Gary and Linda Schubel of Cary: the Paul E. Shearin Outstanding Senior Award in Physics, to the senior physics major judged most outstanding in scholarship, scientific insight and professional seriousness.
Charles Baxter Winn IV, son of Tripp and Mary Winn of Cary: the Interfraternity Council Award, to the undergraduate who has made the most significant contributions in leadership, scholarship and service to his chapter and the Greek and university communities.
Margaret Barbara Zhou, daughter of Joseph Zhou and Min Chen of Cary: the Albert and Gladys Hall Coates Award, to the member of the Student Congress whose service through the congress is judged most outstanding in statesmanship, commitment and constructive involvement in issues affecting the quality of the University community.
Chapel Hill
Julian Christian Bach, son of Kristina Bach of Chapel Hill: the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, to one man and one woman in the graduating class who have best demonstrated unselfish interest in human welfare.
Ross Patrick Connolly, son of Jon and Maggie Connolly of Chapel Hill: McNally Award for Excellence in Geography, to a senior selected by the geography faculty for superior academic performance.
Charlotte
Laura Michelle Bickford, daughter of Tom and Sharon Bickford of Charlotte: the Undergraduate Prize in Art History, to the undergraduate who, in the opinion of a faculty committee, has done the most outstanding work in art history.
Hannah Karen Easley, daughter of Charles and Nancy Easley of Charlotte: the Louis D. Rubin Jr. Prize in Creative Writing, to the outstanding fiction writer in the senior class.
Daniel Aaron Friedman, son of Edward and Evelyn Friedman of Charlotte: the Willie P. Mangum Medal in Oratory, to the senior who gives the best oration at an annual contest.
Whitney Megan Jones, daughter of Pat and Kay Jones of Charlotte: the Robert B. House Distinguished Service Medal, to the undergraduate who best exemplifies the spirit of unselfish commitment through service to the University and the surrounding community.
Soo Jin Kim, daughter of Sun Jae and Nam Soo Kim of Charlotte: the Alexander Julian Prize, to an undergraduate exhibiting an outstanding sense of design that the faculty interprets as a mature integration of formal issues and content.
Bianca Thai Nguyen, daughter of Binh and MyHoa Nguyen of Charlotte: the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, to one man and one woman in the graduating class who have best demonstrated unselfish interest in human welfare.
Daniela Christine Stauble, daughter of Peter and Mary Stauble of Charlotte: the Ria Stambaugh Undergraduate Award for Excellence in German, to the senior judged to have achieved the most distinguished academic record in German language and literature.
Taylor Whitfield Warren, son of Dean and Lisa Warren of Charlotte: the Sport Clubs Council Achievement Award, to the student who has made the greatest contribution to the vitality and strength of club sports.
Conover
Walker Alexander Sigmon, son of Roy and Cynthia Sigmon of Conover: the E. Eugene Jackson Award, to the member of the graduating class whose leadership and selfless dedication have strengthened class pride and University loyalty, enriched the lives of seniors and made a significant contribution to the University.
Durham
Ashley Chaunte Harrington, daughter of Paula Harrington of Durham: the National Pan-Hellenic Council Award, to the undergraduate who has made the most significant contributions in leadership, scholarship and service to his or her individual chapter and the Greek and university communities.
Fairview
Fernanda Sequeira Rossi, daughter of Francisco and Tania Rossi of Fairview: the Camões Prize in Portuguese, to the outstanding undergraduate in Portuguese.
Garner
Emily Dare Carter, daughter of Richard and Kathryn Carter of Garner: the Peter C. Baxter Memorial Prize in American Studies, to the undergraduate in that discipline who best exemplifies Baxter’s intellectual excellence, personal warmth and creativity.
Greensboro
Emmanuel Opoku Jr., son of Victoria Turkson of Greensboro: the Rob Park Memorial Award, to a senior who has made a significant contribution by improving educational and community service programming to help undergraduate students learn about the legal system, the rigors of a legal education and the changing nature of the legal profession.
Greenville
Morgan Hampton Randall, son of Marc and Brabsie Randall of Greenville: the Patrick F. Earey Award, to a senior who has exhibited outstanding academic achievement, extracurricular involvement and leadership.
Havelock
Nathan Alexander Fennell, son of Jack and Mary Beth Fennell of Havelock: the L. Richardson Preyer Award for Excellence in Political Science, to a senior judged by a faculty committee to have established the most distinguished record of scholarship in political science and community service.
High Point
Christopher Gordon Myers, son of Alex and Marybeth Myers of High Point: the Hampton Shuping Prize, to a senior who excels in academics, integrity and leadership; shows concern for ethical management; and respects individual commitment to the success of free enterprise.
Louisburg
Angel Celeste Collie, son of Mary Helen Phelps of Louisburg: the Bernard Boyd Memorial Prize, to the senior majoring in religious studies who has been selected by a faculty committee as most outstanding in academic achievement.
Monroe
Jennifer Elizabeth Dixon, daughter of A. Terry and Susan Dixon of Monroe: the Paul E. Shearin Outstanding Senior Award in Physics, to the senior physics major judged most outstanding in scholarship, scientific insight and professional seriousness.
Morehead City
James Joseph Waters, son of James and Barbara Waters of Morehead City: the Undergraduate Prize in Economics, to the economics major judged most outstanding based on performance in major and related courses.
Mooresville
Brittany Marie Fotsch, daughter of Robert and Sandra Fotsch of Mooresville: the Venable Medal, to the two most outstanding seniors majoring in chemistry.
Taylor Jo Isenberg, daughter of Harold and Teri Isenberg of Mooresville: the Class of 1938 Joseph F. Patterson Jr. and Alice M. Patterson International Leadership Award, to the undergraduate who has made the most significant contribution to increasing international awareness and understanding.
Morrisville
Saket Nigam, son of Sunil and Manju Nigam of Morrisville: the Greek Alliance Council Award, to the undergraduate who has made the most significant contributions in leadership, scholarship and service to his or her chapter and the Greek and University communities.
New Bern
Maurice DeAngelo Alexander, son of Kim and Joseph George and Clifton Alexander Jr. of New Bern: the George H. Cocolas Pharmacy Student Body Award, to the senior who has demonstrated the highest qualities of character, deportment, scholarship, professionalism and participation in co-curricular activities.
Newport
Samantha Leslie Thomas, daughter of Joseph and Suzanne Thomas of Newport: the Robert White Linker Award, to the most outstanding undergraduate residence hall officer.
Pine Knoll Shores
Charles Bowne Peterson, son of Pete and Nancy Peterson of Pine Knoll Shores: the Walter S. Spearman Award, to the senior man judged most outstanding in academic achievement, extracurricular activities, leadership qualities and strength of character.
Pittsboro
Samantha Claire Reichle, daughter of Robert and Donna Reichle of Pittsboro: the McNally Award for Excellence in Geography, to a senior selected by the geography faculty for superior academic performance.
Kane Donan Smego, son of Cori Roth of Pittsboro: the Sterling A. Stoudemire Award for Excellence in Spanish, to a senior who has excelled in Spanish.
Raleigh
Mary Helen Marino, daughter of Tony and Mary Marino of Raleigh: the Kenneth C. Royall Award, to the senior Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps cadet who demonstrates excellence in scholarship, leadership and as an officer.
John Andrew Mundell, son of James and Elizabeth Mundell of Raleigh: the George Moses Horton Award for Multicultural Leadership, to a senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, initiative and creativity in multicultural education programs.
David Mark van Dokkum, son of Jan and Lynn van Dokkum of Raleigh: the Edward Kidder Graham Award, to the graduating senior who has made the most outstanding contribution to the University through his or her work as a member of a student organization.
Margaret Marie West, daughter of Tommy and Holly West of Raleigh: the Frank Porter Graham Award, to the senior who has made the most outstanding contribution to realization of the human ideals of equality, dignity and community.
Ruffin
Joseph Edward Strader, son of Lonnie and Sheree Strader of Ruffin: the Ferebee Taylor Award, to the senior who has made the greatest contribution to the continued vitality and strength of the honor code.
Sanford
Melissa Reid Biediger, daughter of Dan and Carlos Biediger of Sanford: the Panhellenic Council Award, to the undergraduate who has made the most significant contributions in leadership, scholarship and service to the Greek and University communities and her chapter.
State Road
Ryan Michael Collins, son of Michael and Elaine Collins of State Road: the Roger A. Davis Memorial Award, to the undergraduate judged to have given outstanding service to the University, especially in residence hall programs.
Statesville
Tiffany Rechelle Boller, daughter of Scott and Michelle Boller of Statesville: the James M. Johnston Distinguished Senior Award in the Nursing Program, to a senior in the Johnston Nursing Awards Program for outstanding academic achievement and leadership contributions in the School of Nursing and the Johnston program.
Walnut Cove
Matthew Scott Poindexter, son of Scott and Susan Poindexter of Walnut Cove: the Robert B. House Memorial Prize in Poetry, to a senior for distinguished work in poetry.
Waynesville
Thomas Carlton Allen, son of Carlton and Susan Allen of Waynesville: the Venable Medal, to the two most outstanding seniors majoring in chemistry.
Wilmington
Matthew Blair Hernandez, son of Vince and Marty Hernandez of Wilmington: the Archibald Henderson Prize in Mathematics, to the undergraduate judged by the mathematics department to have demonstrated a high degree of mathematical ability and the greatest promise of originality in the field.
Wilson
Jordan Elizabeth Webb, daughter of Mark and Brenda Webb of Wilson: the Earl Slocum Band Award, to the senior in the University Bands who has demonstrated meritorious achievement in musicianship, leadership and academic excellence, and who also has made a significant contribution to the growth and success of the band program.
OUT OF STATE
CALIFORNIA
Escondido
*Alexandra McNeil Loizias, daughter of Ellen M. Crawford of Escondido and Mario P. Loizias of San Deigo: the Jane Craige Gray Memorial Award, to the junior woman judged most outstanding in character, scholarship and leadership.
Rohnert Park
*Johnathon Daniel Muñoz, son of Joe Muñoz of Rohnert Park and Kristi King of Candler, N.C.: the Howard W. Odum Undergraduate Sociology Award, to the senior judged by the department faculty as the most outstanding in academic performance.
San Diego
*Alexandra McNeil Loizias, daughter of Mario P. Loizias of San Diego and Ellen M. Crawford of Escondido: the Jane Craige Gray Memorial Award, to the junior woman judged most outstanding in character, scholarship and leadership.
FLORIDA
Apopka
Theresa Elizabeth McReynolds, daughter of Dr. John and Rebekah McReynolds of Apopka: the Boka W. Hadzija Graduate Award, to a graduate or professional student judged as outstanding in character, scholarship and leadership.
Tallahassee
Kathryn Elizabeth Metcalf, daughter of David and Lee Metcalf of Tallahassee: the Op White Prize in Geology, to the outstanding senior in geology.
GEORGIA
Atlanta
David Strauss Baron, son of Roy and Karen Baron of Atlanta: the Ernest L. Mackie Award, to the junior man judged most outstanding in character, scholarship and leadership.
John Jacob Byrne, son of John and Kathi Byrne of Atlanta: the J. Maryon Saunders Award, to the senior who has contributed most to the preservation and enhancement of loyalty and goodwill between the University and its students, alumni and friends.
Savannah
*Kenneth Miller Silver, son of Alan Silver of Savannah and Jane Silver of Carrboro, N.C.: the Worth Award, for sustained excellence in undergraduate study of philosophy, based on course performance and faculty recommendation.
MARYLAND
Clinton
Marcus Darrel Ginyard, son of Ronald Sr. and Annise Ginyard of Clinton: the Jim Tatum Memorial Award, to the varsity intercollegiate athlete who has performed with distinction in his or her sport and contributed to the University community through constructive participation in extracurricular activities.
NEW JERSEY
Glen Ridge
Rachel Ann Steindel, daughter of Charles and Sarah Steindel of Glen Ridge: the Marc Adam Eisdorfer Award in Linguistics, to the senior judged most outstanding in academic achievement in linguistics.
Princeton Junction
Matthew James Howard, son of James and Cheryl Howard of Princeton Junction: the Edward McGowan Hedgpeth Award, to the undergraduate in Alpha Epsilon Delta voted most outstanding in service to campus and community through the society.
NEW YORK
Brooklyn
Olubunmi Olufunke Fashusi, daughter of Caroline Akinkuotu of Brooklyn: the Wallace Ray Peppers Award in Performance of African and African-American Literature, to the junior or senior in that department who is judged by a faculty committee to be most outstanding in performance of African and African-American literature.
New York
Evan Kershaw Rose, son of Peter Rose and Alicia Kershaw of New York: the Albert Suskin Prize in Latin, to the undergraduate who shows the best ability to understand Latin poetry and translate selected passages at sight.
PENNSYLVANIA
Swarthmore
Henry Lawlor Spelman, son of Rosalie Spelman-Fallon of Swarthmore and the late John Spelman: the Eben Alexander Prize in Greek, to the undergraduate who, in the opinion of the classics faculty, presents the best rendering into English of selected passages of Greek not previously read.
TENNESSEE
Nashville
Kathryn Grace Killman, daughter of Daniel and Kathryn Killman of Nashville: the James O. Cansler Service Award, to a student whose faith has inspired outstanding service to the needs of humanity.
Sparta
Heather Elizabeth Hall, daughter of Bill and Laurie Hall of Sparta: the Undergraduate Prize in Art History, to the undergraduate who, in the opinion of a faculty committee, has done the most outstanding work in art history.
TEXAS
Houston
Desireé Alexa LaGrappe, daughter of John LaGrappe and Karen Valdes Clark of Houston: the George Livas Award, to the most outstanding senior in the School of Nursing.
Kevin James Miller, son of Michael and Kathleen Miller of Houston: the Paul Debreczeny Prize in Slavic Languages and Literatures, to the senior whose work in Russian language and literature or Slavic linguistics is judged most outstanding by a faculty committee.
VIRGINIA
Alexandria
Samantha Lauren Estevez, daughter of Bill and Mercedes Estevez of Alexandria: the James M. Johnston Distinguished Senior Award, to a senior in the Johnston Undergraduate Awards Program for outstanding academic achievement and leadership contributions to the University and the program; and the Mary Turner Lane Award in Women’s Studies, to the senior judged to have made an outstanding contribution to research on women’s issues.
Williamsburg
Zena Maria Cardman, daughter of Lawrence and Helen Cardman of Williamsburg: the Irene F. Lee Award, to the senior woman judged most outstanding in leadership, character and scholarship.
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