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ACADEMIC HONORS
CONVOCATION
2021
Recognizing the Academic Achievements
and Honors of Otterbein Students
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21
TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY-ONERemarks Program
Welcome to the 2021 Academic Honors Convocation at Otterbein University! Welcome…………………...........................................................................................................................John L. Comerford
President of the University
Today we formally recognize those students whose work has distinguished them in their disciplines, across multiple Special Music
fields, and in their co-curricular lives. While success at the university level is always to be commended, perhaps this Fantaisie (Op. 79)...................................................................................................................... Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924)
year’s group of awardees warrants an extra dose of admiration. It has been no small feat to remain focused and steadfast Alexis A. Hefley, ’21, flute
in the face of the societal challenges we all faced over the past year. And so, on behalf of the faculty and staff of Otterbein Suzanne Newcomb, piano
University: sincerest congratulations to every student who is being honored today.
Presentation of Student Academic Honors………………….......................................................... Sean M. McLaughlin
Today we also unveil three Teaching Award recipients, and I ask that you join me in expressing appreciation for Master of Ceremonies
these individuals’ unwavering commitment to student learning. While each year we can only recognize a few of the
extraordinary faculty at Otterbein University, for me, it is a highlight of each spring to be able to celebrate colleagues Outstanding Teaching Awards.................................................................................................. Wendy R. Sherman Heckler
for their outstanding work. Provost and Senior Vice President
Otterbein’s annual Academic Honors Convocation also pays tribute to the strength of our community. The foundation * Otterbein Love Song................................................................................................................Senior Quartet, pre-recorded
for today’s event was provided by the friends and alumni who have made these awards possible through their generous Kain M. Anderson, ’21
support of excellence at Otterbein. Their gifts enhance our work and allow our campus to flourish. And the connections Emily K. Conner, ’21
don’t stop there. Routinely, our students tell me that their ability to meet their many and lofty goals was dependent on Wyatt C. Price, ’21
the time and attention given by faculty mentors, staff advisors, family supporters, and caring friends. I know that each Carrie J. Robb, ’21
honoree will share gratitude where it is due, and I extend my own appreciation for the cheering and coaching, cajoling
and consoling that no doubt led us all to today’s celebration.
Congratulations, again, and thank you for sharing in today’s events.
— Wendy Sherman Heckler
Provost and Senior Vice President Otterbein Love Song
Words by Celia Ihrig Grabill/Music by Grant Grabill, Class of 1900
CHORUS:
In a quiet, peaceful village Old Otterbein our college,
This last year and more of learning has been challenging for everyone; particularly for students. Today we recognize your
achievements, made all the more meaningful by the ways you have risen to meet the challenges of a pandemic. there is one we love so true. we sing of thee today.
She ever gives a welcome Our memories round thee linger
May you recognize the power of your resilience as a blessing and be assured that you will be able to navigate future adversity to her friends both old and new in a sweet and mystic way.
with steadfastness and courage
She stands serene O Otterbein, we love thee,
May you continue to be alive with curiosity and a desire to know. And may this curiosity and learning lead to new discoveries ’mid tree tops green, our hearts are only thine,
that make you, and the world, better. She’s our dear Otterbein We pledge anew, we will be true,
Dear Otterbein.
May your mentors and professors continue to remind you of your capabilities, and may you continue to work toward your
very best selves with joy.
May you feel blessed by all that is good, gentle, and compassionate. And may you know the pride and love from this quiet
peaceful village.
— Judith Guion-Utsler
Chaplain We invite you to watch this ceremony live or a recording after the event at
www.otterbein.edu/honors-convocation/ or by scanning the QR code
2 3Departmental Awards
ART AND ART HISTORY George J. Phinney H’89 Endowed Award Wei-Shin Lu
Awarded to a part-time or full-time student(s) for outstanding academic Gabrielle A. McGeorge
Lillian Bale-Roof ’42 Memorial Endowed Award Nevaeh B. Ellis
performance and research in Environmental Science Kristina Travis
Awarded annually to a full-time student who demonstrates exceptional Tara P. Jones
commitment in the field of Art
Life Science Departmental Endowed Award Rachel M. Muti
Awarded to a student who has completed a research project in Botany or
Marguerite Wetherill Eschbach Memorial Student Art Fund Alaina E. Reher
Microbiology or who has taken courses at a field station or has worked for
Underwrites the hiring of a juror and acquisition of one or more pieces
a governmental agency
for the University’s permanent collection from the Annual Juried Student
Art Exhibition; the artist who creates the winning piece of art receives
E. Jeanne Willis Life Science Endowed Award Robert L. Simpson
an award at the end of the exhibition
Awarded to a sophomore or junior student who has contributed
significantly to the Biology and Earth Science Department
Lillian Frank/Joanne Miller Stichweh Book Award Jack D. Koppert
Awarded to a graduating senior Art major(s) Alex T. Lewis
Grace Rohrer Rymer ’48 and Richard Rymer Scholarship Brianna E. Andrews
Audrey A. McCutchen
Awarded to a student majoring in Environmental Science and intends to Jenny T. Doan
Megan E. Miller
participate in an internship or SYE related to Environmental Science Madelynn M. Stibbard
Dallasondra J. Nelson
Sarah P. Weber
Kyle Miller Memorial Fund TBA
Alexis N. White
Awarded to a junior or senior Zoo Science major
Lillian Frank/Earl Hassenpflug Visual Arts Award Rachelle N. Moses
Awarded to a junior or senior student(s) majoring in Art or Art Education Alaina E. Reher BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING AND ECONOMICS
demonstrating academic excellence
Charles R. and Louise Bennett Prize in Business Allison N. Baker
Earl C. Hassenpflug H’91 Endowed Award Raegan A. McCormack Awarded to students for outstanding leadership and academic achievement Madeline R. Banford
Awarded annually to a full-time student(s) who demonstrates exceptional Lily M. Burnside
commitment to the discipline of Art Logan J. Fenech
Kailyn H. Foutty
George R. Raica Fine Arts Endowed Award Dylan N. Canzurlo Alexander D. Keister
Awarded though competition to a junior Art major(s) for their senior Megan N. Walsh Patrick L. McFarland
year project Cassie P. Nguyen
Carsyn M. Saunders
Dorothy G. Van Sant Memorial Endowed Award Katie M. Cahill Colin White
Awarded to a full-time student(s) majoring in Art Zephaniah M. Harris
Emily B. Laughman Wallace E. Conard ’54 Memorial Endowed Award Matthew R. Gibson
Cheyenne N. Shigley Awarded to a part-time or full-time Business Administration major(s) who Lauren M. Kess
has a concentration in Marketing and/or Management, has proven academic
success, and has demonstrated a commitment for community leadership
BIOLOGY AND EARTH SCIENCE
Charles W. Botts ’34 Memorial Endowed Award Gabrielle A. McGeorge
Mafi-Tabatabai Endowed Award Anthony Howe
Awarded to a full-time student(s) who is a Biology and Earth Science Rachel M. Muti
Awarded to a non-traditional junior or senior Business, Accounting, or Kimberly L. Riter
major and demonstrates exceptional commitment to research in
Economics major(s) who has proven academic excellence and whose tuition
Biology and Earth Science
is not supplemented by an employer
Dr. Marion F. Dick ’43 Memorial Endowed Award Wei-Shin Lu
Donald E. and Elsa Giammarco ’76 VanZant Sr. Endowed Award Victoria C. Eastep
Awarded to a junior or senior student(s) for outstanding achievement in Gabrielle A. McGeorge
Awarded to a Business Administration major(s) who excels in the
pre-professional Health Sciences
concentration of Marketing
4 5CHEMISTRY Class of 1945 Endowed Award Brittany M. Katona
Awarded to a currently enrolled part-time or full-time junior or senior
Weinland Chemistry Award Lillian G. Nichols Early Childhood Education major who excels in their major and is
Awarded to a student with high moral character and above average outstanding in their involvement with campus activities
scholarship majoring in the field of Chemistry
Class of 1946 Endowed Award Zoe A. Conley
First-Year Achievement Award: ACS Membership Sarah Frix Awarded to a currently enrolled part-time or full-time junior Education
Awarded to an outstanding first-year Chemistry major(s) Kaitlynn L. Gleich major who excels in their major and is outstanding in their
Owen J. Gregg involvement with campus activities
Kekule Award Jaden B. Watkins Dr. H. Jay Dattle ’64 Memorial Endowed Award Toni C. Lobello
Awarded for academic excellence to a sophomore Chemistry major(s) Awarded to a part-time or full-time undergraduate or graduate student(s)
majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education with first preference to
Dalton Award Erin Kibby a graduate student
Awarded for academic excellence to a junior Chemistry major
Charles W. Hayman Memorial Endowed Award Kiarra L. Nelson
Mendeleev Award Meredith C. Marshall Awarded by the Department Chair to a student(s) who has made an
Awarded for academic excellence to a senior Chemistry major exceptional contribution to the Education Department
James R. Larson Memorial Endowed Award Hannah Pilat
COMMUNICATION Awarded to an adult female student pursing a teaching license or a student
who has distinguished themself in the field of Multiculturalism
“Dr. Griss” Speech Communication Endowed Award Jorge M. Giraldo
Presented to an outstanding student on the basis of breadth and depth of Julia H. Grimm
Donald E. and Mary A. (Wagner) Myers Endowed Education Award Mary H. Woo
participation in departmental activities and academic success
Awarded to a currently enrolled full-time Education major(s) who excels in
their major and is outstanding in their involvement with campus activities
Forrest G. and Maude Berry Ketner Scholarships Chase M. Nelson
Presented for excellence in, and service to, Forensics Iman S. Sahaag
Jody Melick VanTine Award for Excellence in Elementary Education Morgan B. Meyers
Awarded to an outstanding Education major who is a member of
Robert A. Spencer Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence in Broadcasting Hannah R. Brown
Tau Epsilon Mu Sorority
Presented to an outstanding senior broadcaster on the basis of service to
WOBN and WOCC
Selby Family Endowed Award Caleb E. Bemiller
Awarded to an outstanding student(s) majoring in Education who exhibits
H. Robert Pollock Memorial Endowed Award Catie R. Duzzny
good scholarship. Preference given to a student(s) who is a son/daughter of
Presented to a currently enrolled full-time junior, senior and/or master’s
a United Methodist minister or who is of the United Methodist faith
student earning language arts certification who intends to teach speech at a
secondary level and/or a full-time currently enrolled junior or senior student who
Farnlacher-Hovermale Endowed Award Benjamin W. Spaulding
intends to enroll in graduate school and teach communication at the college level
Awarded to a currently enrolled full-time student(s) who demonstrates
excellent academic progress toward the successful completion of their
Verda B. Evans Award in Journalism Katie J. Frame
degree and proficiency in their major
Awarded for excellence in Journalism
Eugene C. Reynolds Speech/Drama Award Megan E. Miller ENGINEERING
Awarded to an outstanding Communication or Theatre/Dance major(s) Jacob J. Russell
for success in academics and involvement in activities Maurice and Rose Rapkin Computer Science Endowed Award Henry I. Dyer
Awarded to a part-time or full-time Computer Science major(s) Luis Garcia Soriano
or minor(s) who has shown outstanding progress in Computer Brent J. White
EDUCATION Science awareness and has shown proficiency in the application
of Computer Science for occupational goals beyond graduation
Class of 1944 Endowed Award Lyndsay E. Blum
Awarded to a currently enrolled part-time or full-time junior Education
Pete Sanderson Computer Science Endowed Scholarship Kaitlin M. Dosch
major who excels in their major and is outstanding in their involvement
Awarded to an undergraduate student with a major in Computer Science Patrick A. Frankart
with campus activities
who demonstratres academic excellence Christopher C. Geidans
6 7Dr. Joseph and Marilyn Harpster Engineering Award Aaron J. Mulligan EQUINE SCIENCE
Awarded to an outstanding rising first year student(s) with a major in John M. Nice
Engineering who demonstratees academic excellence and a commitment to Karen Nixon Heaberlin ’68 Endowed Award Amanda L. Woods
public or community leadership Awarded to an Equine Science major who has a 3.5 cumulative grade point
average and has consistently demonstrated a genuine concern for animals
Engineering Leadership Service Award Kevin M. Collins and their welfare; preference shall be given to a student who has been
Awarded to a graduating senior chosen by the Engineering faculty involved with associations that promote humane treatment of animals
Engineering Academic Excellence Award Lorraine H. Burger Pietila Family Equine Science Endowed Award Jordyn E. Mary
Awarded to a graduating senior chosen by the Engineering faculty Awarded to a full-time student(s) who is majoring in Equine Science Jennifer L. McPeek
and an equestrian participating in either dressage or combined training
ENGLISH
Betty F. Kennedy Award for Academic Excellence Abbey E. Hamann
John W. Fisher Memorial Senior Writer’s Award TBA This award is the Department of Equine Science’s highest recognition of
This endowed award, awarded to a senior part-time or full-time student, a graduating Equine Science major based upon academic excellence,
seeks to honor and memorialize John W. Fisher ’71 and his love of the contributions to the department, and service to Otterbein University
English language
HEALTH AND SPORT SCIENCES
Janet Louise Roberts Award Kaitlyn M. Bader
Awarded to a student(s) who has shown leadership in Quiz and Quill Mary R. Jackson Marilyn E. Day Endowed Award Rachel E. Hetrick
Emma E. Wardell Awarded to a full-time student(s) majoring in the department for Myiah N. Kelley
excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service Leah E. McNutt
Pat Mizer Cassady Memorial TBA
Awarded to a student who has excelled in writing Harold C. Martin Memorial Endowed Award Caitlyn V. Corrigan
Awarded to a student whose major field is Physical Education and who is
Robert E. and Mary Elizabeth Cramer Endowed Award Lucy E. Clark planning to teach and coach
Awarded to any part-time or full-time student(s) who majors in English Rebekah A. Colton
and who shows academic excellence, leadership abilities, and commitment Katelyn M. Gibson Elmer W. “Bud” Yoest ’53 Endowed Award Brayden Z. Neff
to the University community Miranda E. Hilt Awarded to an HSS student(s) demonstrating an exceptional commitment Samantha N. Tracy
Mary R. Jackson to campus leadership and citizenship
Juli F. Lindenmayer
Safiya O. Mohamed
Kimberly G. Satterfield
HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
Wesley Strobel
Class of 1904 Prize in Government and Political Science Prize Corinne E. Eutsey
Katie E. Warner
Awarded annually to an outstanding student(s) in the field of
Government and Political Science
Joining Hands Award Audra N. Chaffin
Awarded to an Integrated Language Arts major(s) for excellence in student
Pierre F. and Marguerite M. Rosselot Prize Fund Amanda B. Lefkovitz
teaching
Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence in Megan A. Schinner
History and Political Science
Myers Family Endowed English Award TBA
Awarded to an English major(s) with a concentration in Literary Studies
Lynn W. Turner Prize in History Susan R. Bohland
for excellence in critical writing
Awarded to a History student(s) for excellence in the study of History Jordan M. Bravo
Katelyn M. Gibson
John Benjamin Kessler Memorial Endowed Award TBA
Awarded alternately between the departments of Art and English HONORS PROGRAM
to a student who excels in ceramics, creative writing or poetry
Outstanding Honors Program Student Angela Kladias
Senior student(s) receive this award for achieving the highest excellence Patrick L. McFarland
and creativity in the completion of their Senior Honors Thesis Gabrielle A. McGeorge
Erin R. Van Gilder
8 9MATHEMATICS AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE Samuel and Ida Zimmerman Spencer Memorial Endowed Award Theresa M. Paroff
Awarded to a full-time student(s) involved in the Study Abroad Program Michael R. Rennette
J. Clarence and Floss G. Baker Award in Mathematics Mackenzie A. Koons
Awarded to a graduating senior(s) for academic excellence in Douglas F. Newhouse MUSIC
Mathematics
William H. and Alta B. Arbogast Music Prize Daria A. Bruyako
Dr. Michael S. Bridgman Prize in Mathematics Amanda A. Bentivegna Awarded to a graduating senior Music major with the highest grade
Awarded to a sophomore or junior Mathematics major(s) who holds Nathan C. Dinnen point average
at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and demonstrates Isaac S. Friedman
outstanding future potential in the field; preference goes to a student Jason A. Mehalic Thelma Zellner Memorial Choral Music Award Isabelle J. Lindsey
engaged in extracurricular activities that involve the pursuit or advancement Awarded to a junior(s) who demonstrates commitment to and quality Zachary A. McGowan
of Mathematics (such as tutoring) participation in the Choral Music activities of the University Nicholas J. Rice
Donald Dean Kincaid ’88 Memorial Endowed Award Ryan A. Bosworth Ellen M. Jones ’23 Memorial Endowed Award Samuel D. Carpenter
Awarded to a Mathematical Science major(s) who demonstrates Kathleen A. Kennedy Awarded to a Music major who is an instrumentalist
high academic ranking, provides leadership within the department,
and shows professional potential in the field of Mathematics Thomas E. Cook ’39 Memorial Choral Music Endowed Award Sharalyn R. Locke
Awarded to a non-music major for distinguished contribution to the
Mathematics Departmental Math-Education Hinton Endowed Award Kam S. Cing University’s choral music program
Awarded to a part-time or full-time student(s) who demonstrates
exceptional commitment to the learning of Mathematics with the Shackson Memorial Music Education Endowed Award Daniel M. Hilderbrand
intent to teach Mathematics Awarded to a full-time Music major pursuing a Music Education degree
Mathematics Departmental Hinton Endowed Award Maxwell H. Young Olive S. Cook ’24 Memorial Endowed Award Peyton E. Catron
Awarded to a part-time or full-time student(s) who demonstrates Awarded to a Music or Music Education major(s) who demonstrates Camden M. Gelfand
exceptional commitment to the learning of Mathematics exceptional academic progress and demonstrates a distinct Kylie M. Harbert
appreciation for the Music discipline Amelia J. Mannino
Roger Tremaine Memorial Award Andreas Kladias David M. Montgomery
Awarded to undergraduate students with a major or minor in Hibo H. Mohamed Kylie N. Stadler
Mathematical Sciences Cassie L. Thompson Faith M. Weiner
Julia C. VanLandingham
Gary R. Tirey Endowed Award in Music Alexandra E. Spiropoulos
Dr. James H. Weaver Memorial Mathematics Award Samuel P. Edgell Awarded to a sophomore or junior non-music major who exhibits good David C. Zimmerman
Awarded to an undergraduate student taking third- or fourth-year scholarship, is active in and demonstrates leadership in a range of ensembles
mathematics and who demonstrates academic excellence in the instrumental program
MODERN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES Frances Harris Memorial Endowed Award Alexander N. Toth
Awarded to a Music or Music Education major whose principal instrument
Pasquale and Concetta Giammarco Premio Endowed Award Matthew T. Lanning is piano
Awarded to a student(s) for excellence in the study of a Foreign Language
Presser Foundation Scholarship Alec R. Arnett
Hamilton Merit Award in Foreign Language Matthew J. Boles Awarded on the basis of musicianship and contributions to the
Awarded to a sophomore student for excellence in the study of a Foreign Caylee J. Campagna Department of Music
Language Fernando G. Jose Chairez
Payton H. Kaufman Grabill-Shackson Award Alexis A. Hefley
Alan U. Sanchez-Salgado This award is the Department of Music’s highest recognition of a graduating
Music major; awarded on the basis of scholarship, musicianship, citizenship,
Dr. Elizabeth Doerschuk O’Bear Award Kailey C. Miller service to the department and service to the University
Awarded to a full-time student(s) who has been an outstanding student of Gabriela K. Ramirez Francisco
Foreign Language Jeanne B. Gross Scholarship Fund Lydia I. Namakydoost
Awarded to a sophomore or junior music education student;
Gilbert E. Mills Award Fernando A. Natividad a gift from the Westerville Historial Society and Jeanne B. Gross Estate
Awarded to an outstanding senior(s) Foreign Language major
10 11NURSING Thelma and Robert Frank Endowed Award Wesley Strobel
Awarded to a student(s) who is pursuing a profession as a Christian
Andrew LeHigh ’95 Memorial Endowed Award Adam C. Shafer teacher, missionary, or clergyperson
Awarded to a part-time or full-time upper-division male Nursing student
who demonstrates academic scholarship, clinical excellence, and shows Lawrence Keister New Testament Award Olivia M. Simpson
leadership skills Awarded to a student showing outstanding proficiency in New Testament
studies
Dorothy J. McVay Endowed Award Tate M. Eppard
A Certificate of Recognition given annually to a senior student for William O. and Floral Amy Endowed Prize Kydirrah C. Mitchell
academic achievement and clinical excellence in the Bachelor of Science Awarded to a full-time student who has done outstanding work in religion
in Nursing program studies (Biblical, theological, or comparative)
Kappa Lambda Scholarship Recipients Foster and Hilda Williams Endowed Award Erin N. Stumm
International Honor Society of Nursing Awarded to a student with the goal of serving full-time in the Christian
Graduate Student Brittney K. Karch ministry
Abhidharma-Satyananda Book Award in Religious Studies Vincent M. Reda
PHYSICS Awarded to a student(s) who has shown unusual aptitude and diligence
in the historical or comparative study of the world’s religions
Enrico Fermi Outstanding Senior Award Zane M. Ronau
Awarded to an outstanding senior Physics major Peripatos Book Award in Philosophy April G. Martinez
Awarded to a student(s) who has shown remarkable aptitude in the
Richard Feynman Award John M. Nice study of the Western philosophic tradition
Awarded to an outstanding perfomance in the first-year Physics sequence
Susan Annesley Wesley Book Award in Christian Studies James Lasher
PSYCHOLOGY Awarded to a student(s) who has demonstrated a high level of creative
scholarship in courses in the Christian religion
Benua Foundation Award for Academic Excellence Shilah R. Alexander
Awarded to a senior(s) majoring in Psychology who demonstrates evidence Sara J. Conley
of superior scholarship and makes a significant contribution to the vitality Angela Kladias
SOCIOLOGY, CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE STUDIES
and direction of the department
Phyllis Weygandt Auerbach ’51 Memorial Award Elizabeth S. Bohrer
Awarded to a senior student(s) who plans to enter the field of human services, Leah M. Callaghan
Stephen Karsko Memorial Award Lily E. Cowie
has a miniumum 3.25 cumulative grade point average, participated in a Emma R. Shannon
Awarded to Psychology majors who, in commitment to the total Anggie Francisco
program in human services during their undergraduate years, is actively
University community, display openness and curiosity, and Leah C. Hardy
involved in extracurricular activities and plans to enter graduate school
demonstrate definite leadership skills Pranith Madishetti
April G. Martinez
Albert E. Lovejoy Prize in Sociology Paige K. Skaff
Rachelle N. Moses
Awarded to a junior or senior Sociology major(s) who demonstrates a solid Emily G. Tepe
Yolani M. Ponce
academic performance with at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average, a
Shayla A. Vazquez
high level of commitment to public and community leadership, and a strong
Abigail F. Wilson
global perspective
Felipe Martinez Humanitarian Award Angel D. Banks Price
Ida B. Wells Social Justice Book Award Stephen D. Blauch
Awarded to a senior majoring in Psychology who displays a general Frandie A. Francique
Awarded to a student(s) with an excellent academic record and passion Conner J. Buchanan
humanitarian emphasis both in philosophy and in action, a strong
for social justice
commitment to personal growth and value-education, and an exemplary
attitude toward the liberal arts
W.E.B. DuBois Book Award Angel D. Banks Price
Awarded to a student(s) in leadership positions who advance a sociological Frandie A. Francique
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY and social justice perspective
Jesse S. Engle ’14 Memorial Endowed Award Seth C. Stobart Scholar’s Book Award Camelia Ladjadj
Awarded to a student of any discipline who has shown exceptional Awarded to a student with an exceptional academic record who is
academic standing and has excelled in the Religion and/or Philosophy classes attending graduate school
12 13Vollmer McCord Criminology Book Award Jarrod T. Patt
Awarded to a student(s) for outstanding research and scholarship in Multi-Departmental Awards
criminology
THEATRE AND DANCE Priest-Miller Endowed Award Rachel M. Muti
Awarded to a full-time student who demonstrates outstanding achievement
David Graf ’72 Endowed Award Hannah H. Roberts in Biology & Earth Science, Chemistry, or Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Awarded to a Senior Showcase performer who exemplifies the qualities
of David Graf. Chosen by students who attended the Showcase Bert and Jane Horn Endowed Student Research Fund in the Sciences Erin Kibby
Awarded to provide students with an opportunity to benefit from research Lillian G. Nichols
Gressman-Shultz Drama Award Desmond A. Fernandez experiences available within Biology and Earth Science, Chemistry, and Olivia Smith
Awarded to the outstanding senior Theatre student Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Leslie Burrell Mangia Musical Theatre Award Amelia C. Elias Joan Niewaroski Jaschke Memorial Award Margaret Daugherty
Awarded to the outstanding junior(s) in Musical Theatre who has appeared Ashton R. Lambert Awarded to a part-time, adult female student(s) from the Psychology Jenna A. Navaratnam
in at least two musical productions at Otterbein or English Departments, and who demonstrates excellence and
leadership in the areas of Psychology or Literature
Paul G. Smythe Theatre Award Abigail M. Messina
Awarded to an outstanding junior Acting major(s)
Joanne Van Sant Musical Theatre and Dance Award Rachel S. Fish
Awarded to any outstanding full-time Musical Theatre and Dance
major who has made significant contributions to the promotion,
advancement and/or appreciation of dance
Non-Departmental Awards
Fred J. “Pop” Thayer H’82 Endowed Theatre Award Sophie E. Rodriguez
Awarded annually to an outstanding junior Design/Technology major Carl and Helen DeVore Memorial Humanitarian Award Katherine E. Clifford
Awarded to a junior or senior student(s) for outstanding commitment to Jarrod T. Patt
Outstanding B.A. in Theatre Award Reilly E. Cox public service. It acknowledges a spectrum of efforts, from individual
Awarded to an outstanding junior level student achieving a B.A. in Theatre service to the ability to create an organization and involve others.
who exemplifies the qualities and attitudes of an exemplar student of Theatre The award recognizes results accomplished through the student’s
initiative and ability to translate ideas into practical results
Petie Dodrill Theatre Endowed Award Valerie G. Frizzell
Awarded to an outstanding sophomore or junior student(s) who has Richard and Carolyn Sherrick Five Cardinal Experiences Fund Stephanie L. Emeigh
made significant contributions to the promotion, advancement, and/or This award provides assistance to an undergraduate student(s) who is Michael R. Rennette
appreciation of the costume area at Otterbein University; must have a pursuing one of the Five Cardinal Experiences with a preference for
minimum 2.5 grade point average travel-related opportunities
James V. Miller Award Gabrielle A. McGeorge
WOMEN’S, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY STUDIES PROGRAM Awarded to an Otterbein student on the Dean’s List who has demonstrated
leadership in the co-curricular life of the University
Excellence in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Award Juli F. Lindenmayer
Awarded to a student who exemplifies academic excellence, leadership in
K. William and Gloria Shiffler ’50 Endowed Award Anna M. Summers
the WGSS program, and sustained commitment to the campus community
Awarded to a full-time freshman or sophomore(s) student who is also an Kathryn M. Tuma
endowed scholarship recipient
Scholar Activist Award Shelby L. McSwords
Awarded to a student who lives and models a direct relationship between Wesley Strobel
G. Harlan and Mary O. Hummell ’31 Rainier Memorial Endowed Award Jazmyne L. McClellan
scholarship and social justice advocacy in their work at Otterbein or the
Awarded to a part-time or full-time student who has excelled academically
local community
and shall be African-American
Childers Family Award for International Study Pranith Madishetti
Awarded to a student who wishes to pursue a study abroad that is at
least one term in length
14 15Tatsuo Tasuda Japanese Education Fund
Awarded to an undergraduate student(s) wishing to study any aspect
of Japanese life or culture
Pranith Madishetti
Outstanding Teacher Awards
Japan Alumni Group Lillian S. Frank H’68 International Student Endowed Award Liam C. Heard
Funded primarily by Japanese alumni, the award is given annually to New Teacher TBA
an international student who has shown exemplary scholarship Award is intended for a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor rank who is in the first three years of
and service to the University continuing service at Otterbein.
Knight Family Fund for International Study Adriane M. Weininger Teacher of the Year TBA
Awarded to a student who wishes to participate in study abroad or Aaward is open to all other full-time continuing members of the Otterbein University faculty.
international learning opportuntities
For each teaching award, the awardee should exhibit mastery of the subject matter in their discipline or in interdisci-
Epislon Kappa Tau Alumnae Memorial Endowed Award in Honor of Michelle C. Silva plinary teaching; highly effective organization and communication of material; a spirit of enthusiasm which enriches
Dr. Marilyn E. Day the instructor’s own teaching and learning; the ability to arouse the curiosity of beginning students and to stimulate
Awarded annually to a full-time senior in the active chapter of advanced students to creative work, and the ability to interact with students beyond the classroom through activities
Epsilon Kappa Tau on the basis of grade point average and that integrate and expand the learning environment.
service to the University and the sorority
Consideration will be given to years of service in teaching at Otterbein and demonstration of the Five Principles for
Sigma Alpha Tau Alumnae Endowed Award Abigail E. Neisel Effective Teaching (Knowledge, Design, Praxis, Relationships and Assessment) as described in detail in Appendix A
Awarded annually to a full-time student(s) in the active chapter of in the Faculty Manual.
Sigma Alpha Tau Sorority on the basis of grade point average and
service to the University and the sorority Exemplary Teaching Award of the United Methodist Church TBA
The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding faculty members for their contributions to the learning arts and
Sigma Delta Phi Alumni Award Whitney Burton to the institution. This award symbolizes the vital impact of pedagogy in the formation of leadership for the next
Awarded to a full-time junior(s) or senior(s) in the active chapter of generation. It is also a token of respect for your skilled expertise and dedication to the teaching and learning enterprise.
Sigma Delta Phi Fraternity on the basis of grade point average, and
service to the University and the fraternity
Fraternity and Sorority Scholarship Awards Alpha Sigma Phi
Academic Regalia
Awarded to the fraternity and sorority with the highest grade point Theta Nu
A commission appointed in 1959 by the American Council on Education prescribes a code for academic regalia
average for the current academic year
that consists of three main parts: caps, gowns and hoods. The first part, dealing with caps, allows the mortarboard or
Oxford type cap. Occasionally, the Cambridge model, a soft cap resembling a beret, is worn. Either type is correct as
Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta Sigma Outstanding Senior Award Tiffany N. Martin
long as it is black and of an appropriate material, except that velvet is reserved for doctors.
Awarded to the graduating senior member(s) of Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta
The tassel worn with the cap has three variations. First, it may be black for any degree. Second, it may be in the color
Sigma with a high cumulative grade point average and active participation;
of the major field of learning in which the degree was granted. Third, a tassel of gold metallic may be worn by doctors
the recipient’s name is added to the Alpha Lambda/Phi Eta plaque in
and governing officials of institutions. Some schools make a ceremony of switching the tassel from the right to the left
the library
at the moment the degree is awarded as a substitute for individual hooding of candidates.
The second main part of academic regalia concerns the gown which should be all black, aside from variations in
Torch and Key Endowed Tuition Award Tracy Rawlings
materials and fullness. The bachelor’s gown falls in straight lines from a fairly elaborate yoke. Its distinguishing characteristic
A gift from the Torch and Key Society awarded in honor of Dr. Robert Katlyn M. Wilson
is the long pointed sleeves. A master’s gown is distinguished by an arc-shaped panel on the long or short sleeve. The
Price H’60, Mr. John Becker ’50, and Dr. Harold Hancock H’69 to a junior
doctor’s gown is an elaborate costume marked by velvet panels down the front and around the neck as well as by three
Torch and Key member(s) who has shown evidence of leadership qualities
bars of the same materials on the bell-shaped sleeves. It is cut much fuller than the other gowns and unlike them may be
in Otterbein activities
ornamented in color. Both the panelling and the sleeve bars may show the area in which the degree was awarded.
The third main component of academic regalia is the hood which makes clear the level of the degree, the area in
Bernadine Edwards Endowed Award Tracy Rawlings
which it was given and the institution which awarded it. The size of the hood and the width of the velvet trimming shows
Awarded to a student who demonstrates a high level of success and/or
the level of study. The more advanced the degree, the longer the hood and wider the velvet trim. The color of the trim
leadership in the public or community sector and shows potential for
identifies the area in which the degree was awarded. Arts, letters and humanities are represented by white; education is
academic excellence
light blue; fine arts is brown; law is purple; music is pink; nursing is apricot; philosophy is dark blue; science is golden
yellow; and theology is scarlet. The lining of a hood bears the official colors of the institution from which the degree
Glendine Huggins Wadlington Memorial Endowed Award Lorraine H. Burger
was received, in Otterbein’s case, tan and cardinal.
Awarded to a part-time or full-time student(s) who has succeeded in Joshua D. Wolf
overcoming unusual challenges during their years at Otterbein
16 17Honoraries
Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta Sigma Senior Academic Achievement Certificates Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta Sigma Initiates
The national academic honorary societies proudly acknowledge the following members who have maintained a 3.5 The following students have been initiated into Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta Sigma National Honorary Societies.
and higher cumulative grade point average throughout their undergraduate program at Otterbein. Freshman students who have maintained a 3.5 and higher cumulative grade point average after their first semester at
Otterbein are eligible for membership.
Kaitlyn M. Bader Abbey E. Hamann Carly F. Salyer
Luke E. Barber Moira B. Healy Ashley R. Samuelson Jacquelyn N. Adler Julia A. Gillin Kylie A. Nevel
Taylor A. Barger Rachel E. Hetrick Tia J. Sanders Corinne A. Alston Marygrace F. Gorensek Lauren A. Newkirk
Emma L. Barker Kaitlyn N. Hines Dominic P. Scarsella Francesca A. Amico Gary Guzman Madison T. Newman
Brooke D. Bickford Matthew R. Huston Nathan A. Schimmoeller Dominic P. Antronica Kylie M. Harbert Kim T. Nguyen
Kara K. Biggs Mary R. Jackson Priscilla R. Severance Emily C. Auld Jacob M. Hawkes John M. Nice
Jacob M. Binkley Brianna N. Johnson Emma R. Shannon Taylor M. Baran Christopher L. Head Mason C. Nolan
Rachel R. Bogumill Julia A. Karas Nina Sheppard Cerenity J. Barnhill Emma A. Hite Ashni P. Patel
Ashley A. Boy Brittany M. Katona James M. Sites Maria T. Bier Maire L. Hollertz Lukas A. Patel
Lorraine H. Burger Kathleen A. Kennedy Hannah E. Smith Eva Bokesa Mba Andrew J. Holman Megan E. Payne
Emma G. Burns Lauren M. Kess Julia I. Sopher Rachel A. Bonno Aislin K. Holubek Owen J. Pireu
Courtney L. Bussert Alaina C. Klabunde Audrey L. Soska Kendall A. Brown Alexander Hook Brenna E. Pitts
Katie M. Cahill Miranda M. Kuhns Michaela G. Spangler Kaitlin G. Brun Haley N. Hudson Kenzie L. Prickett
Katherine E. Clifford Amanda B. Lefkovitz Morgan A. Stahl Alyson M. Callahan Mackenzie A. Jenkins Katie L. Queen
Brittany A. Cline Juli F. Lindenmayer Kaley M. Starkey Molly J. Casey Ethan D. Johnson McKenna E. Sawyer
Kevin M. Collins Laura M. Lovett Mackenzie Stonebraker Cindy Chavez Corina A. Kain Adilia M. Schmidt
Austin Combs Tiffany B. Ly Wesley Strobel Alexis N. Chrise Christopher D. Klein Hannah L. Shadd
Alessandra M. Cunningham Emily L. Maddox Erin N. Stumm Cameron J. Christopher Ethan P. Krassenstein Benjamin A. Shockley
Emma E. Damon Meredith C. Marshall Margaret L. Thomas Hannah M. Cook Karlie G. Lahna Natalie E. Smith
Nora B. Davis Tiffany N. Martin Zachary A. Thomson Janey D. Coplan Gabriella E. Laird Erin K. Storrer
Fernanda De La Fuente Vincent Masoni Claire I. Todd Brook A. Crosby Hollissa R. Leep Eric A. Terranova
Olivia G.Culp Olivia P. Majors Samantha N. Tracy
Nathan C. Dinnen Megan W. McClain Erin R. Van Gilder
Madison A. Dagan Amelia J. Mannino Faith W. Watson
Hannah P. Dobrinick Patrick L. McFarland Kacey L. VanderMolen
Olivia A. Desio Jacob P. McDivitt Nicholas K. Wells
Stephanie L. Emeigh Kate C. McMaster Madeleine R. VanRiper
Nevaeh B. Ellis Emma C. McGreal Rebekah M. Whittaker
Annissa A. Fee Kailey C. Miller Kathleen F. Waite
Logan A. Folian Theodore R. McIntyre Abigail R. Wilkinson
Danielle F. Ferrero Manhattan M. Miller Morgan L. Walsh
Kennedy S. Fulks Michael B. McKenzie Kayley R. Wilson
Christopher J. Fetter Olivia P. Molino Emma E. Wardell Natalie R. Galaida Hannah V. Mohler Payje F. Wilson
Jordan N. Fick Kyle J. Morehead Katie E. Warner Savannah N. Gammell Abigail E. Montag Madalyn E. Wisener
Emily Fidler Rachel M. Muti Mary S. Watts Maria I. Garcia Aidan M. Moore Maxwell H. Young
Lucas J. Fox Madeleine R. Norton Emily N. Welsh Hayden P. Garrett Aaron J. Mulligan Alissa L. Zigo
Connor J. Frazier Rachel E. Osborn Emerson M. Woerner Kaitlyn G. Giancola Hannah M. Mullins
Hannah E. Gier Brianna F. Patrick Reid M. Wollett
Madison G. Giessler Jared L. Piroska Ryan C. Ziegler
Erin E. Gordon Jordan D. Prosser Kristen Zink
Allison G. Gould Megan G. Rumbalski Erin K. Zmuda
Brynna P. Guthrie Danielle E. Salisbury
18 19Iota Iota Iota National Honorary Pi Kappa Delta National Forensic Honorary
Iota Iota Iota (Tri-Iota) is the national honorary for Women’s and Gender Studies. It strives to maintain the feminist A National Forensic Honorary organization for intercollegiate debaters, competitive individual speakers,
and anti-oppressive values that are central to Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Students in Otterbein’s chapter non-classroom audience speakers, and instructors in teaching oral communication.
work to support diversity in membership, egalitarian action and decision-making, a sustained commitment to social
change advocacy, and a more inclusive academic environment for all students. Evan Z. Brandao Tiffany B. Ly Iman S. Sahaag
Roi T. Catanghal Chase M. Nelson Lana K. Troyer
Matthew T. Lanning
Emma L. Andrews Noa E. Lewis Morgan R. Pack
Lauren O. Bibbs Juli F. Lindenmayer Paige K. Skaff
Josh E. Braden Jacqueline S. Lipnos Pauline G. Sohn Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Science Honor Society
Miranda E. Hilt Shelby L. McSwords Wesley Strobel Alpha Gamma Kappa Chapter
Julianne M. Hodge Emma K. Mierzejewski Grace E. Takahashi Sole honorary for university students studying Political Science and American Government. The honorary holds
Daria E. Johansen membership in the Association of College Honor Socieites and is ranked as an “upper division, specialized” honor society.
Members must be in the upper third of their class and completed at least 10 credits of political science courses. Students
need not be political science majors to qulaity for membership.
Kappa Lambda Chapter of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau Initiates Reece L. Barnett Danielle L. McCrory
The international honor society focuses on advancing leadership and scholarship in Nursing practice, education, and Amanda B. Lefkovitz Ryan C. Ziegler
research to enhance the health of all people. Kappa Lambda proudly acknowledges the following members who have
maintained a 3.5 and higher cumulative grade point average throughout their program of study while here at Otterbein.
Undergraduate: Hannah R. Lansky Graduate: Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology
Kifah Adawe Rachel J. Lemmerman Kathryn L. Bland Psi Chi, founded in 1929, seeks to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship and advance the science
Lily G. Ault Allie K. McCoy Erin N. Branfield of Psychology. Members must be in the upper 35 percent of their class in general scholarship and have a cumulative
Lindsay Chaney Emily R. Pettengill Caitlin C. Byrne
grade point average of 3.0 in Psychology.
Emily L. Clement Regan M. Rose Jennifer M. Dillard
Kelsi M. Connors Elise B. Schneller Tiffany D. Fry Shilah R. Alexander Rachel E. Hetrick Logan R. Nelson
Susan DeLeon Hannah M. Shanaberger Margaret L. Howard Katherine G. Barber Sage E. Jenkins Emma R. Parker
Olivia M. Dozer Jillian M. Shockley Timeka Montgomery Elizabeth S. Bohrer Hanna N. King Danielle E. Salisbury
Katherine N. Golian Jillian E. Ulmer Peter Seivers Sarah J. Conley Angela Kladias Daphne V. Slusher
Lucy E. Guglielmi Erin K. Zmuda Heather M. Tatusko Mikhayla R. Draper Mackenzie A. Koons Pauline G. Sohn
Sally F. Hejazeen Erin M. Vonderwell Joanna Vest Katherine C. Fisher Sydney L. Kossel Shayla A. Vazquez
Iris N. Kellet Larissa E. Wulfhorst Alan J. Grove Pranith Madishetti Abigail F. Wilson
Leah C. Hardy Rachelle N. Moses Jackson L Wilson
Ethan J. Herring Jenna A. Navaratnam Reid M. Wollett
Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Honor Society
Established by the National Communication Association as the official National Communication Honor Society for Sigma Tau Delta – International English Honor Society
undergraduate students. Lambda Pi Eta recognizes scholastic achievement (minimum 3.25 grade point average) and Alpha Rho Upsilon Chapter
commitment to the field of Communication among students of junior and senior standing. The International English Honor Society confers distinction for achievement in English language, literature and writing
in undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies. The following students are awarded Sigma Tau Delta membership
Katia A. Cobourn Matthew T. Lanning Eleni Teegarden for their academic excellence which enriches interest in English studies and literacy.
DaViona Fowler Cassidy J. Rader Lana K. Troyer
Julia H. Grimm Jacob J. Russell Curbee Wheeler-Hall Brittany M. Boyd Claire A. Lamb Seth C. Stobart
Hailey V. Kimmel Emily M. Steinberg Hannah M. Wiedlebacher Lucy E. Clark Jacqueline S. Lipnos Grace E. Takahashi
Carley D. King Margaret Daugherty Mackenzie R. McDonald Eleni Teegarden
Miranda E. Hilt Cheryl Roller Niah M. Themelaras
Katelyn M. Gibson
Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary Society Student Research Fund Award
Founded in 1921. Requirements for national induction of undergraduate members include at least a minimum 3.1 grade Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students to support student research and presentation. Recipients are
point average in 12 or more credit hours of History and an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. competitively selected based upon the quality of their proposed research and/or creative endeavor.
Katie J. Frame Kimberly A. Babich-Speck Lauren M. Kess Jenna A. Navaratnam
Jacob M. Gooch Tyler B. Lenoy Evan D. Shelton
Dylan Grey Taylor E. McDonald Kristina Travis
Lindsey R. Johnson Rachel M. Muti
20 21Teleiotes Chapter of Mortar Board The Five Cardinal Experiences
Mortar Board, Inc. is a national honor society that recognizes college seniors for distinguished ability In our mission, Otterbein stakes claim to an education distinguished by a “unique approach to integrating direct
and achievement in scholarship, leadership, and service. experience into all learning.” To ensure that all of our students have opportunities to apply knowledge they gain in the
classroom in real world settings, the university has developed a signature initiative, The Five Cardinal Experiences (The
Shelby L. Abbott Gabrielle A. McGeorge Emma R. Shannon Five Cards). A Cardinal Experience is defined as an active and authentic concrete experience that engages students in
Kirk Bampton Rachel M. Muti Nina Sheppard real-world opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned in the classroom. A Cardinal Experience
Katherine E. Clifford Jenna A. Navaratnam Audrey L. Soska
may occur in the community, on campus, or across the globe. The Five Cards include: (1) Community Engagement, (2)
Danielle M. DiMarzo Madeleine R. Norton Duncan A. Squillante
Emily Fidler Derrick G. O’Conner Wesley Strobel
Undergraduate Research and Creative Work, (3) Internships and Professional Experiences, (4) Global and Intercultural
Rebekah Gabriel Rachel E. Osborn Claire I. Todd Engagement and (5) Leadership and Citizenship. The students listed below are seniors who have completed three or more
Brynna P. Guthrie Jared L. Piroska Emerson M. Woerner Cardinal Experiences (some experiences may still be in progress).
Julia A. Karas Sydney N. Ranzau Josh D. Wolf
Amanda B. Lefkovitz Caitlyn N. Ryan Reid M. Wollett *Indicates the student has earned all 5 Cardinal Cards.
Shelby L. Abbott McKenna K. Hancock Jarrod T. Patt
Angel D. Banks Price Amy C. Hodik* Caitlyn N. Ryan
Alyssa J. Bates Zach E. Hubler* Nathan A. Schimmoeller
Torch and Key Membership Kara K. Biggs Lauren M. Kess Emma R. Shannon
Founded in 1949, Torch and Key (The Otterbein Scholars) is an honorary organization for the recognition of distinctive Kennedy M. Black Angela Kladias Isabella G. Shivley
achievement in general scholarship. Lily M. Burnside Shelby D. LeBeau Audrey L. Soska
Sarah M. Cameron Laura M. Lovett Emma N. Spinner*
Shilah R. Alexander Bristol M. Frock Willem B. Orvets Katherine E. Clifford* Megan W. McClain* Wesley Strobel*
Kirk Bampton Rebekah Gabriel Rachel E. Osborn Austin Combs Patrick L. McFarland Selamawit W. Tadesse
Taylor A. Barger Allison G. Gould Jared L. Piroska Rachel L. Ferguson* Gabrielle A. McGeorge* Kathleen F. Waite
Amanda A. Bentivegna Abbey E. Hamann Jordan D. Prosser Allison G. Gould Kydirrah C. Mitchell*
Jacob M. Binkley Brittany M. Katona Tracy Rawlings
Evan Z. Brandao Mackenzie A. Koons Kara E. Schaffer
Katie M. Cahill Miranda M. Kuhns Nathan A. Schimmoeller
Lucy E. Clark Amanda B. Lefkovitz Emma R. Shannon
Austin M. Combs Juli F. Lindenmayer Daphne V. Slusher
Nathan C. Dinnen Wei-Shin Lu Wesley Strobel
Beryl Dulo Catherine J. Meng Claire I. Todd
Tate M. Eppard Olivia P. Molino Adriane M. Weininger
Michele D. Faith Rachel M. Muti Kathleen F. Waite
Emily Fidler Jenna A. Navaratnam Katlyn M. Wilson
Kelsie M. Fike Lillian G. Nichols Kaitlyn K. Young
Sydney G. Fojas Haihan Zeng
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