Hartwick College

Lily Sheffler-Naylor of Montrose, PA, was recognized as a Faculty Scholar in Psychology during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty in their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character.

Jaylene Rodriguez of Orlando, FL, was recognized with the Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship in Theatre during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The scholarship is presented to a theatre arts major who has consistently demonstrated excellence in the study of theatre and has contributed significantly to the program.

Benjamin Roden-Reynolds of Etters, PA, was recognized with the Undergraduate Award in Organic Chemistry during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. It is awarded to a chemistry major with a B+ or higher GPA, and who has demonstrated outstanding performance in a two-semester organic chemistry sequence.

Katryn Pilliod of Moretown, VT, was recognized with the Edith M. Lacey Memorial Nursing Scholarship during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The scholarship was established to memorialize Miss Edith M. Lacey, founder of the nursing program at Hartwick and its director for nearly 18 years. It provides a scholarship to a junior nursing student with demonstrated academic achievement and abilities, promise as a future nurse, personal deportment and other outstanding characteristics. Hartwick has over 80 years of experience preparing nurses at the baccalaureate level. The broad liberal arts and sciences education that complements Hartwick's nursing program provides the communication, critical thinking, informed decision-making, and leadership skills the profession demands. Hartwick nurses are highly qualified, self-directed individuals who are able to thrive in both the present and a rapidly changing healthcare system of the future.

Victoria Nash of Centerburg, OH, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. Nash received the Thurston J. Dox Memorial Scholarship in Music. Dr. Thurston Dox was a member of the Music Department faculty from 1960 to 1995 and director of the College Choir. The award is given annually to a music student who participates in the College Choir and whose vocal abilities best reflect the qualities Dr. Dox strove to develop in each of his students. Nash was also recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in English. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Willa Ness of York, PA, was recognized with the Lambda Alpha Award during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award is presented by the National Executive Council of Lambda Alpha, the National Collegiate Honor Society, to a graduating senior in honor of important contributions to the study of anthropology.

Angelle Montanaro of Summerville, SC, was recognized with the Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award recognizes a student who displays a significant aptitude for analytical chemistry and seeks to encourage further interest in the field.

Joelle Ocheltree of Libertyville, IL, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. Ocheltree was awarded the Robert E. Newnham Mathematics Scholarship, presented in memory of Dr. Newnham, an award-winning scientist, inventor and educator. The award supports a mathematics major demonstrating outstanding academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and the intent to pursue a professional career in the field of mathematics. Ocheltree also received the Dr. Robert E. Mansbach Scholarship, which was established by Charles Paul, Class of 1972 and Carolyn Van Eps Paul, Class of 1973, in honor of Dr. Robert E. Mansbach, a retired religion professor. The award is presented to a student who shows particularly outstanding growth in the spirit of liberal education. Ocheltree was also named a Faculty Scholar in Economics and Mathematics. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty in their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character.

James Lukasik of Danbury, CT, was recognized with the John & Gertrude Rohrer Award in Mathematics during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award is presented to members of the graduating class who have demonstrated excellence in the field of mathematics. Lukasik was also a member of the Hartwick Hawks men's swimming and diving team.

Angelina Maselli of Burlington, CT, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's spring recognition ceremonies. Maselli was named a Faculty Scholar in Biology during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty in their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character. Maselli was also recognized during the College's Athletics Award Ceremony held on May 11. A guard on the Hartwick Hawks women's basketball team, Maselli received the Most Valuable Player award.

Sebastian Knowles of Plano, TX, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's spring recognition ceremonies. During the College's Honors Convocation held on May 3, he was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Biology. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit. Knowles was also recognized during the College's Athletics Award Ceremony held on May 11. He received the Philip S. Wilder Jr. Award for Academic Distinction, which is presented to athletes and/or managers of teams who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Knowles is a Hartwick Hawks men's swimming and diving team member.

Noah Hurt of West Hartford, CT, was awarded a John Hartwick Scholarship (JCH), the highest distinction Hartwick can confer, during the College's Honor's Convocation on May 3. Established by the Hartwick College Board of Trustees in 1967 on the recommendation of then-president, Frederick M. Binder, the award is given to rising seniors nominated by the faculty of their major departments and based on academic achievement, leadership and character. Students nominated to compete for the JCH Scholarship are named Faculty Scholars. From among the Faculty Scholars, six are selected by the College's Scholarship Awards Committee to receive the JCH Scholarships. Beginning in 1997, in honor of the 30th anniversary of the scholarship, each JCH Scholar receives a medallion, which is to be worn at commencement and other appropriate academic occasions. The names of this year's JCH scholars will join those of the 299 previous winners on a plaque located in the foyer of Hartwick's Stevens-German Library. In addition, each JCH Scholar receives a substantial tuition grant and an honored place among those who stand for the very best of Hartwick College. Hurt, who is pursuing studies in criminal justice, was also recognized as a Faculty Scholar from whom the JCH Scholars are chosen. All scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their respective disciplines. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty of their major departments based on academic achievement, leadership, and character.

Simi Kishore of South Plainfield, NJ, was recognized with the Lewis Henry Morgan Award in Anthropology during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award is presented to the first-year anthropology major who has attained the highest GPA.

Makenzie Kensel of Elcajon, CA, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Philosophy during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Benjamin Hulbert of Hancock, ME, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Music during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Jackson Gilstrap of Jacksonville, FL, was recognized with the Keith A. Youngman Award in Economics during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award was established by Gerald and Candace Youngman in memory of their son. It is presented to a rising junior or senior economics major for an off-campus internship or January Term global experience. The recipient is selected by the economics faculty based on a demonstration of strong morals, an established work ethic, an enterprising spirit, engagement with the Hartwick College community and the community at large, and support for fellow students and the faculty of the department.

Sierra Brown honored by Hartwick College, NYSierra Brown of Shaftsbury, VT, was recognized with the Chemical Rubber Company Press Chemistry Achievement Award during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The award is presented on the basis of student performance in general or accelerated chemistry courses.

Elisabeth Fortin of State College, PA, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. Fortin was named a Faculty Scholar in Nursing. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty in their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character. She was also awarded the Nursing Alumni Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded by the Hartwick College Alumni Association through its Nursing Committee for use during the senior year of study by a nursing student. Selection is based on academic record, participation, and potential as a member of the nursing profession. Hartwick has over 80 years of experience preparing nurses at the baccalaureate level. The broad liberal arts and sciences education that complements Hartwick's nursing program provides the communication, critical thinking, informed decision-making, and leadership skills the profession demands. Hartwick nurses are highly qualified, self-directed individuals who are able to thrive in both the present and a rapidly changing healthcare system of the future.

Samantha Gauthier of Colchester, CT, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Public Health during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Amberlyn Edens of Santa Clara, CA, was recognized with the Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship in Theatre during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The scholarship is presented to a theatre arts major who has consistently demonstrated excellence in the study of theatre and has contributed significantly to the program

Ella Van Engen of Hopkins, MN, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Art during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Oiram Duenas-Valles of El Paso, TX, was recognized with the Kenneth Golden Award for Outstanding Design or Technical Achievement during Hartwick College's Honors Convocation held on May 3. The prize, a seminal text in the subject, is given to the student who has produced outstanding design or technical work for a Theatre Arts class or production. Award winners are selected by the Hartwick College theatre arts faculty.

Louis Doherty of Portland, OR, was recognized with the Al Gallodoro Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Performance during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation held on May 3. Established in 2008 by the Hartwick College Music Department, the award is presented in memory of musician and faculty member Al Gallodoro. The recipient is selected by the faculty of the Music Department and is spotlighted as featured performer during the Honors Convocation ceremony. Doherty performed Valse Vanite by Rudy Wiedoeft on the alto saxophone. He was accompanied by Fideliz Sta. Brigida, Hartwick College Artist-in-Residence in piano.

Mia Capanna of Los Angeles, CA, was recognized with the Richard K. Meeker Award in Creative Writing during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation held on May 3. Established in memory of the late Professor Richard K. Meeker, the award recognizes an outstanding senior majoring in creative writing.

Nicholas Canney of Collegeville, PA, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation held on May 3. Canney received the Alice Dornet Award in Economics, which recognizes outstanding academic achievement by students in economics. He also received the Frederick M. Binder H'85 Scholar-Athlete Award, which is given to a senior male and a senior female whose four years at Hartwick are a cumulative reflection of excellence in both scholarship and athletics. The award was created in memory of Dr. Frederick M. Binder, former president of Hartwick College.

Liliana Buettner of Dummerson, VT, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Theatre Arts during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation celebrated on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.

Madison Wayman of Binghamton, NY, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation, celebrated on May 3. Wayman was named a Faculty Scholar in Economics. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty of their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character. She was also awarded the Sarah Keyes Bresee Scholarship for Economics and Business Administration. Established by Sarah "Sally" Bresee in memory of her husband, Clyde F. Bresee, the scholarship is given to a deserving student with financial need who is studying in the departments of economics or business administration. This scholarship is presented jointly with the Hartwick College Department of Economics.

Kaleigh Brady of Rexford, NY, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation celebrated on May 3. Brady was recognized with the Dr. Charles Leitzell Music Award, which was established through a gift from Florence Bayreuther, Class of 1939, who was a music education major when Dr. Leitzell was president of Hartwick College. The fund provides a scholarship to a senior woman music student chosen by the music faculty on the basis of need and ability who has demonstrated commitment to further music study. Brady was also named a Faculty Scholar in Music. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty of their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character.

Heidi Collischonn of Cobleskill, NY, was recognized with multiple awards during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation celebrated on May 3. Collischonn was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit. She was also named a Faculty Scholar in Music and Music Education. Faculty Scholars have excellent academic records and have demonstrated an outstanding mastery of their discipline. Rising seniors are nominated by the faculty of their major departments on the basis of academic achievement, leadership and character. Additionally, Collischonn was awarded the Thurston J. Dox Memorial Scholarship in Music. Dr. Thurston Dox was a Hartwick Music Department faculty member from 1960 to 1995 and Director of the College Choir. The award is given annually to a music student who participates in the College Choir and whose vocal abilities best reflect the qualities Dr. Dox strove to develop in each of his students.

Mickey Bracken of Hampton Bays, NY, was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow during Hartwick College's annual Honors Convocation celebrated on May 3. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit.