Trinity College

Hartford, Conn. - More than 200 top students were recognized Friday, May 2 for their outstanding scholastic and intellectual achievements. The 58^th annual Honors Day Ceremony in the Trinity College Chapel.

The ceremony originated when former Trinity College President George Keith Funston, who served from 1945 to 1951, re-established the College’s academic pageantry, which had been curtailed during World War II. Matriculation and the Book Ceremony for first-year students were brought back, and, in the spring of 1950, Honors Day was added as a new ceremony. It was intended to be an occasion when all Trinity prizes and awards—with the exception of those given out at Commencement—could be celebrated in the presence of the entire College community.

The Human Relations Award is awarded annually to an undergraduate who during the year has exhibited outstanding citizenship and sportsmanship. Sportsmanship is interpreted in its broadest sense and does not necessarily include achievement in athletics.

presented by Christopher D. Card, Associate Dean of Students

Crystal Nieves ’08

Verdell N. Walker ’09

The Class of 1922 Award, established in 1974 by vote of the Class, is granted annually to a graduating senior who has done outstanding work in a particular academic field.

presented by Ann E. Reuman, Associate Dean of Students

Manpreet Kaur ’08, Psychology

The David Winer Award is given by the Senior Class Committee in recognition of David Winer’s 22 years of commitment to improving student life as Dean of Students at Trinity College. The award is given to a member of the College community who is committed to improving the quality of life for students at Trinity in an especially meaningful way.

presented by David Winer, Professor of Psychology and Dean of Students, Emeritus, Hana Cho ’08, Katie Lenz ’08, Emily A. Moore ’08

Thamar Rodriguez, Chartwells Mather Hall Dining Hall Manager

The Connecticut Commandery, Military Order of Foreign Wars Book Award is made to the member of the graduating class who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.

presented by James F. Jones, Jr., President and Trinity College Professor in the Humanities

Andrew P. Pedro ’08

The James Goodwin Greek Prizes, founded in 1884 by Mrs. James Goodwin of Hartford, are offered to students in Greek who attain the highest grade of excellence in the courses taken and in a special examination. A student who has received a prize is not again eligible to compete for the same prize. The winners also are awarded a Greek coin of the classical period. The examination, to be held in April, is designed to test the student’s general knowledge of Greek and skill in sight translation such as he or she may properly be expected to acquire from reading in connection with courses.

presented by Peter Mazur, Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics

Joseph A. Ricci ’08

The Melvin W. Title Latin Prizes, founded in 1958 by the late Melvin W. Title of the Class of 1918, are offered to students in Latin who attain the highest grade of excellence in the courses taken and in a special examination. A student who has received a prize is not again eligible to compete for the same prize. The examination, to be held in April, is designed to test the student’s general knowledge of Latin and skill in sight translation such as he may properly be expected to acquire from reading in connection with courses.

presented by Alexander Title Lowengard

First Prize: Joseph A. Ricci ’08

Second Prize: Alexandra F. Hoffmann ’08

The Rev. Paul H. Barbour Prizes in Greek were established in honor of the Rev. Paul H. Barbour of the Class of 1909 on the occasion of his ninetieth birthday. They are given to the students who achieve excellence in a special examination in Greek.

presented by Peter Mazur, Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics

First Prize: Patrick H. McCarthy ’09

Second Prize: Kimberly A. Yagovane ’09

The John C. Williams Prize in Greek was established by his students, colleagues, and friends in 1992 in honor of Professor John C. Williams, Hobart Professor of Classical Languages, Emeritus. It is awarded to the student or students who have demonstrated excellence in the study of first-year Greek.

presented by John C. Williams, Hobart Professor of Classical Languages, Emeritus

First Prize: Brian W. Cheney ’10 and Rachel A. Foecking ’11

The James A. Notopoulos Latin Prizes are from a fund named after Professor James A. Notopoulos in appreciation of his interest in promoting high ideals of learning. The fund was established by an anonymous donor who has suggested that the income from this fund be used to offer a prize primarily for first-year excellence in attainment of Latin, then to upperclassmen. The examination, to be held in April, is designed to test the student’s general knowledge of Latin and skill in sight translation such as he or she may properly be expected to acquire from reading in connection with courses.

presented by Joseph Notopoulos

Brian W. Cheney ’10

Book Prizes for Excellence in Modern Languages are presented to students who have shown outstanding progress and achievement in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Japanese, Portuguese, or Russian at the College.

Arabic: Seth R. Banever ’17

presented by Levana Polate, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature and International Studies

Chinese: Steven K. Ching ’08, Nicholas T. Reece ’08, and Adam A. Wright ’10

presented by Naogan Ma, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature and International Studies

French: Lisa E. Bottomley ’08, Eveline B. Case ’09, and Peter C. Holland ’09

presented by Jean-Marc Kehres, Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

German: Colin M. Adams ’08

presented by Peter Rosenbaum, Visiting Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature

Japanese: Alexis O. Valle ’09

presented by Rieko Wagoner, Principal Lecturer of Modern Languages and Literature and International Studies

Russian: Tatyana L. Bulloch ’08

presented by Katherine Lahti, Associate Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

The Chinese Cultural Center Award is given annually to students who excel in learning the Chinese language and culture, and making a contribution to promote the Chinese culture on campus. For over 20 years, The Chinese Cultural Center and Trinity College have been partners and the result of this partnership has been enormously beneficial to both sides. Hundreds of boys and girls have learned Chinese in Trinity classrooms on Sundays and an array of cultural events and open forums for both communities have also been a highlight of this union.

Not awarded

The PRESHCO Prize in Hispanic Studies was established in 1986 by the Programa de Estudios Hispánicos en Córdoba (Spain), of which Trinity College is a member. It is awarded to a Spanish major or majors who have achieved excellence in courses devoted to Spanish language, culture, and literature.

presented by Anne C. Gebelein, Visiting Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

Monique L. Myers ’08

The PRESHCO Prize in Latin American Studies is awarded for distinction in Spanish achieved by a graduating senior majoring in Latin American Studies.

presented by Anne C. Gebelein, Visiting Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

David A. Lenzner ’08

Kaitlin M. Prendergast ’08

The Erasmus Prize in the Humanities was established in 2001 by John Molner ’85 and David Molner ’91 in honor of Kenneth Lloyd-Jones, John J. McCook Professor of Modern Languages, and a member of the faculty since 1978. It is awarded annually to the junior or senior adjudged to have written the best essay in the humanities after completion of the sophomore year.

presented by Johannes Evelein, Associate Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

Alexander D. Manevitz ’09; Marat’s Pahntoms: The Creation of the Girondins

The Ronald H. Ferguson Prizes in French were established in 1951 in memory of Ronald H. Ferguson, Class of 1922. The prizes are awarded to students for excellence in overall work within the major.

presented by Jean-Marc Kehres, Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literature

David C. Calder ’08

Thomas M. Dolan III ’08

Elizabeth R. Hellman ’08

The Cesare Barbieri Endowment Prize is awarded to a student for achievement in Italian Studies.

presented by Guiliana Palma, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature

Giovanni Capalbo ’08

The Samuel Barbin Coco Scholarship Award was established in 1992 by Hannalou and Samuel B. Coco in honor of their daughter, Caroline S. Coco ’85. The award is to provide financial assistance to a rising junior who wishes to spend either the Fall or Spring Term at the Trinity College Rome Campus. Preference is given to a student pursuing Italian Studies.

presented Guiliana Palma, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature

Jamie C. Merolla ’10

The Lova and Tania Eliav Prize for Excellence in Hebrew honors author, teacher, and humanitarian, Israeli leader Arie Lova Eliav and Tania, his Lithuanian-born wife, whom he met while in command of blockade-running ships bringing 1,000 Holocaust survivors to Palestine. This prize was established in 1999 by their friends and colleagues at Trinity College.

presented by Levana Polate, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages and Literature and International Studies

Sheila Marie McGourty ’09

The Abraham Joshua Heschel Prize is awarded in recognition of outstanding achievement in the study of religion.

presented by Ellison B. Findly, Professor of Religion and International Studies

Lindsey J. Eichler ’08

The First-Year Hebrew Award in Hebrew Grammar is given to encourage the study of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible among college students. It is awarded to the first-year student who demonstrates the best understanding of the Hebrew language as a tool for the scholarly study of the Bible.

Not awarded

The Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin Prize in Jewish Studies is awarded annually for excellence in Jewish Studies to a member of the junior or senior class. The prize is in memory of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, and given by Berel and Helen Lang in honor of Sarah Stamm Lang.

presented by Samuel D. Kassow ’66, Charles H. Northam Professor of History

Jacob M. Donnelly ’09

The John Andrew Gettier Prize in Hebrew Bible, established in 2001 by Robert Benjamin, Jr., of the Class of 1971, is awarded to that undergraduate, preferably a senior, who demonstrates significant academic and personal growth as a student of the Hebrew Bible.

presented by John A. Gettier, Professor of Religion, Emeritus and Robert Benjamin, Jr. ’71

Anthony L. Riley ’08

The Richard K. Morris Book Award for Excellence in Education is given annually to the member of the senior class who best fulfills the following qualifications: communicates effectively, stimulates inquiry, demonstrates excellence in scholarship, manifests moral and ethical attitudes towards professional responsibility, and participates in community activities in an educational capacity. This award is given by the Trinity Education Graduate Association in honor of the late Richard K. Morris, a former Professor of Education.

presented by John R. Morgan and John A. Dougherty, Associate Professor of Educational Studies

Heather C. Moore ’08

Jesse F. Wanzer ’08

The Jonathan Levin Prize in Education, established by a member of the Trinity College Class of 1960 who chooses to be anonymous, is presented annually to a junior or senior who plans to pursue a career teaching in an area with a high proportion of disadvantaged youth. The prize is given in memory of Jonathan Levin ’88, who, as a teacher at William H. Taft High School in the Bronx, New York, dedicated his life to improving the lives of young people. Recipients must possess a superior academic record, intend to pursue a teaching career, and demonstrate a commitment to help young people through practice teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or equivalent activity.

presented by Carol N. Levin

Keisha T. John ’08

Kelly A. Mearns ’08

The Women’s Club of Trinity College Award is awarded to a graduating IDP student for superior academic and personal achievement.

presented by Louise H. Fisher, Director of Special Academic Programs, Retired

First Prize: Eric F. Peterson ’08

Second Prize: Rhonda Duggan ’08 and Paulette C. Studley ’08

The Mears Prize was established under the will of Dr. J. Ewing Mears of the Class of 1858. It is awarded by the Faculty on the recommendation of the Chairman of the Department of Physical Education. The prize is awarded to the Trinity undergraduate student who writes the best essay on a topic announced by the Department of Physical Education. The topic may change from year to year, and will be one relevant to college physical education or athletics. No prize is awarded unless two or more students are competing.

Not awarded

The Eastern College Athletic Conference “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award is presented annually to the senior male who is voted the most outstanding in athletics and scholarship.

presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education and Associate Director of Athletics

Michael J. Robinson IV ’08

The Susan E. Martin “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award is presented annually to the senior female who has combined excellence on the fields of competition with excellence in the classroom. This award was established in 1978 from the proceeds of pledges to runners who competed in the faculty-student marathon race and was named for “Suzie” Martin ’71, who was one of the first Trinity women to compete in intercollegiate athletics.

presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education and Associate Director of Athletics

Aliza S. Turek-Herman ’08

The Bob Harron “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award, established in 1971 by his friends in memory of Bob Harron, former Director of College Relations at Trinity, is presented annually to the junior male who is voted the most outstanding in athletics and scholarship.

presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education and Associate Director of Athletics

Gautam A. Samarth ’09

The Board of Fellows “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award was established by the Board in 1979 and is presented annually to the junior female who is voted most outstanding in athletics and scholarship.

presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education and Associate Director of Athletics

Stacy E. Hathcox ’09

The Robert R. Bartlett Award is presented annually to the male and female students who have combined excellence in athletics with devotion to community and/or campus service. This award was established in 1992 by Mrs. Louise Bartlett and friends in honor of the 60th anniversary of her late husband’s graduation from Trinity College in 1929.

presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education and Associate Director of Athletics

Spencer L. Durland ’08

Lindsey J. Eichler ’08

The Blanchard W. Means Prize in Philosophy was established by Louise Means in memory of her husband Blanchard W. Means, Brownell Professor of Philosophy and a member of the Trinity faculty from 1932-1972. The prize is awarded to a currently enrolled Trinity student who writes the philosophical essay judged best by the Philosophy Department faculty.

presented by Todd Ryan, Associate Professor of Philosophy

Benjamin M. Schacht ’08

The Women’s Empowerment Activist Award was established by the Women and Gender Resource Action Center in 2005. The award is granted annually to a student who has exhibited extraordinary initiative, enthusiasm, and effort towards the education, empowerment, and betterment of the lives of female students on campus.

presented by Laura R. Lockwood, Director of the Women and Gender Resource Action Center

Isis M. Irizarry ’10

Rebecca M. Loeb ’10

Alumni Prizes in English Composition, from the income of a fund contributed by the Alumni, are awarded to the students who present the best essays on subjects approved by the Department of English. Essays originally prepared for academic courses, for publication in the Trinity Tripod, or especially for the contest will be accepted.

presented by Irene Papoulis, Senior Lecturer in the Allan K. Smith Center for Writing and Rhetoric

First Prize: Megan H. Schlichtig ’10, “Metamorphosis”

Second Prize: Lucas A. Blanchard ’10, “Metal Wood Stone Heat”

The F. A. Brown Prizes, founded in 1897 by Mrs. Martha W. Brown of Hartford in memory of her husband, are awarded to students who deliver the best orations.

presented by Chloe Wheatley, Assistant Professor of English

First Prize: John K. Lockwood ’08, “Juiced: The rampant use and abuse of performance enchancing drugs in Trinity classrooms”

Second Prize: Gwendolyn M. Hopkins ’08, “How to make the most of your time at Trinity”

Third Prize: Tracy M. Wright ’08, “The new face of race relations in America”

The Jan Cohn Senior Thesis Award, established in 2005 by the Trinity English Department, will be presented annually to the English major who is judged to have written the best Senior Thesis for the year. The prize honors the memory of Jan K. Cohn, one of the College’s most vibrant teachers. She was former Dean of the Faculty of Trinity College and G. Keith Funston Professor of American Literature and American Studies.

presented by Chloe Wheatley, Assistant Professor of English

Lorie A. Napolitano ’08, “Absurd Bildungsroman: Culture, Community, and Communcation in Pynchon and Vonnegut”

The Academy of American Poets Prize was established by Trinity College in conjunction with the Academy of American Poets and the University and College Poetry Prize Program. It is awarded in recognition of the best individual poem written by a Trinity College student.

presented by Chloe Wheatley, Assistant Professor of English

Janaki Challa ’11, “Finding the Origin of Moonlight Sonata”

The Ruel Crompton Tuttle Prizes were established in 1941 by the bequest of Ruel Crompton Tuttle of Windsor, Connecticut, Class of 1889, to be awarded annually by the Chairperson of the English Department to the two students who are deemed the best and second-best scholars in the English Department from the junior class. The terms of award rest solely on the judgment and discretion of the Chairperson of the English Department.

presented by Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English

Molly L. Dince ’09

Alicia M. Ramadei ’09

The Jim Murray Memorial Foundation Scholarship, established in 2000 by Linda McCoy-Murray, is awarded to a Connecticut resident sophomore English major for the best essay on a specific topic on sports journalism. It was established to honor the alumnus English major Jim Murray ’43. The English Department will review submitted essays. One finalist is selected as a Murray Scholar.

presented by Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English

Ryan T. Haney ’10

The Fred Pfeil Memorial Prize in Creative Writing is awarded to a student who has written a literary work (fiction, poetry, playscript, screenplay, creative nonfiction), the content of which addresses the issue of social justice and the impact of culture and politics on human relationships. The prize honors Fred Pfeil’s commitment to literature and to activism.

presented by Paul Lauter, Allan K. and Gwendolyn Miles Smith Professor of English

Gwendolyn M. Hopkins ’08, “Putting on My Fayda Face: Learning to Shop in Senagal”

John Curtis Underwood ’96 Memorial Prizes in Poetry are annual awards established by the late Mr. Clarence I. Penn of the Class of 1912. Original manuscripts should be submitted to the Department of English.

presented by Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English

First Prize: Kristin E. Rocha ’10, “When I Leave You, Sick Pretty Dream, The Lullaby, and Family Heirloom”

Second Prize: Rebecca L. Aberle ’08, “she was a painter, Thwack-Thwack, a poet, and autumn beds”

The Hugh S. Ogden Poetry Prize was established by family, friends, former students, and colleagues in loving memory of Hugh S. Ogden, Professor of English at the College from 1967 through 2006. The prize will be awarded annually to an alumnus or alumna who has shown exemplary talent and commitment to poetry. Recipients of the prize will be selected by a committee made up of an Ogden family member, a Trinity alumnus/a, and a faculty member in the English Department. The recipients will receive an honorarium from the College and be provided with funding for their return to the College to present a poetry reading during the month of March in honor of Professor Ogden’s birthday.

Chase Twichell ’73

The John Dando Prizes were established by friends and former students of the late Professor Emeritus John Dando, in recognition of his distinguished career, spanning three decades as a teacher of Shakespeare in the English Department. The prizes are awarded annually to one or two undergraduates for outstanding work in the study of Shakespeare.

presented by Dianne Hunter, Professor of English and Milla Riggio, James J. Goodwin Professor of English

David C. Calder ’08

William F. Moffett, Jr. ’10

Trinity Alumnus Prizes in Prose Fiction are annual awards established by the late Mr. Clarence I. Penn of the Class of 1912. Original manuscripts of short stories or novelettes are to be submitted to the Department of English.

presented by Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English

First Prize: Kristin E. Rocha ’10, “The Wastebasket”

Second Prize: Paulette C. Studley ’08, “The Endeavor”

and Chad Eric Taylor ’08, “Babylon Sister”

The Rosamond M. Mancall Prize, established in 1991 by family and friends in memory of Rosamond M. Mancall, IDP ’73, is awarded annually to an outstanding member of the junior class who is an American Studies major.

presented by Louis P. Masur, William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of American Institutions and Values

Kate R. Dworkin ’09

Regina C. Lea ’09

The American Studies Prize, established by the American Studies Program in 2007, is awarded annually to a graduating senior for the best thesis or project that makes an original contribution to interdisciplinary work in American culture.

presented by Louis P. Masur, William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of American Institutions and Values

Ashley E. Bell ’08

James D. Murphy, Jr. ’08

The Ann Petry Book Prize was established by the American Studies Program in 1992 to honor Ann Petry, the outstanding African-American writer and Connecticut resident. It is awarded to the junior or senior who presents the best essay on race in American culture and its intersections with other conditions, especially gender and class. Submissions may not exceed 25 pages.

presented by Louis P. Masur, William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of American Institutions and Values

Victoria K. Salomon ’08

The Elma H. Martin Book Prize was established in 1995 in memory of Elma H. Martin, who with her husband, Harold, the Charles A. Dana College Professor of the Humanities, graced the Trinity community from 1977 to 1984. The Prize is given annually to an undergraduate woman who exemplifies qualities that her friends so admired in Elma Martin: an amiable manner, generosity of spirit, love of reading, involvement in the civic life of her community, and a commitment to the welfare and advancement of women, for whom she was, at Trinity and elsewhere, a model and inspiration.

presented by J. Ronald Spencer ’64, Associate Academic Dean

Gwendolyn M. Hopkins ’08

The Sicherman Prize in Women, Gender, and Sexuality is awarded to a student who has demonstrated intellectual and community leadership in the Women, Gender and Sexuality Program. It was established in 2005 in honor of Professor Barbara Sicherman, whose academic and personal contributions to the field of women’s history at Trinity College and beyond have strengthened diversity and rigorous scholarship, supported junior scholars and students, and helped define women, gender, and sexuality as a field of inquiry.

Not awarded

The D. G. Brinton Thompson Prize in United States History was established by Dr. D. G. Brinton Thompson, Northam Professor Emeritus and a former Chairman of the History Department. It is awarded for the best essay of at least 20 pages in length in the field of United States History submitted by an undergraduate. Senior Seminar essays in United States history are eligible.

presented by Kathleen Kete, Associate Professor of History

James D. Murphy, Jr. ’08

The Ferguson Prizes in History, founded in 1890 by the late Professor Henry Ferguson of the Class of 1868, are awarded for essays of at least 20 pages in length written independently or for courses or seminars. All Trinity undergraduates are eligible to compete for the Ferguson Prizes. All essays must be typewritten. They must be submitted to the Chairman of the Department.

presented by Kathleen Kete, Associate Professor of History

First Prize: Kathryn B. Nolin ’08 and Bethany A. Gostanian ’08

Second Prize: David I. Nestler ’08 and Elizabeth M. Frazier ’08

The George B. Cooper Prize in British History was established by Dr. D. G. Brinton Thompson upon the retirement of Dr. George B. Cooper, Northam Professor Emeritus, to recognize Dr. Cooper’s distinguished career. It is awarded to the senior who has done the best work in British History at Trinity.

presented by Susan D. Pennybacker, Borden W. Painter, Jr. ’58, H’95 Associate Professor of European History

James M. Frawley ’08

Ashesh Prasann ’08

Tyler A. Seeger ’08

The Miles A. Tuttle Prize will be awarded to the member of the Senior Class who writes the best essay of at least 20 pages in length in history on a topic selected by the contestant and approved by the Department of History. Senior Seminar essays are eligible for the Tuttle competition. If in the judgment of the Department no essay meets the standards of excellence, no prize will be awarded.

Not awarded

The Micki and Hy C. Dworin Awards grant two prizes annually to seniors who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship in Asian Studies and in East European Studies. Awards are made upon the recommendation of the faculty.

presented by Katherine Lahti, Associate Professor of Modern Languages and Literature Eastern European Studies: Tatyana L. Bulloch ’08 and Nikunj Oli ’08

presented by Rieko Wagoner, Principal Lecturer of Modern Languages and Literature and International Studies

Asian Studies: Matthew R. Smith ’08

The George J. Mead Prize in History is awarded under the terms of a bequest from the late Mr. George J. Mead, Hon. ’37. It is awarded to an outstanding history major in the freshman or sophomore class.

presented by Mimi Mead ’95

Catherine D. McNally ’10

The George J. Mead Prize in Political Science is awarded under the terms of a bequest from the late Mr. George J. Mead, Hon. ’37. It is awarded to the student receiving the highest mark in Political Science 104, Introduction to International Relations.

presented by Mimi Mead ’95

Cristina R. Conti ’11 Andrew D. Grubin ’10

John L. Brennan ’09 Catherine D. McNally ’10

The Ferguson Prizes in Government, founded in 1890 by the late Professor Henry Ferguson of the Class of 1868, are offered for the two best essays submitted for any undergraduate course, tutorial, or seminar in the Department of Political Science during the previous calendar year. All essays must be typewritten. They must be submitted to the Chairman of the Department by the Friday before spring break.

presented by Kevin J. McMahon, Associate Professor of Political Science

Jonathan G. Fox ’08

The Professor Albert L. Gastmann Book Prize in International Studies Award was established in 2000 by the faculty of the International Studies Program in honor of Albert L. Gastmann, Professor Emeritus in Political Science at Trinity College, and for decades a scholar and student of many regions of the world outside Europe and the United States. The award is given annually to a senior major in International Studies with experience abroad who has demonstrated exceptional academic achievement. The recipient will be selected each April by the International Studies Program Director in consultation with the coordinators of the program.

presented by Emily Musil, Visiting Assistant Professor of History and International Studies

Dionne K. Gordon ’08

The Kenneth S. Grossman ’78 Senior Research Prize for Global Studies, established in honor of Professor of History and American Studies Eugene E. Leach, supports student investigations of global issues that will confront humankind collectively in the 21st century. Examples of such issues include, but are not limited to, human rights, peacekeeping, the preservation of the ecosphere, migrations and diasporas, international health standards, and the consequences of revolutionary advances in information technology and bioengineering.

presented by Xiangming Chen, Dean and Director of the Center for Urban and Global Studies and Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professor of Sociology and International Studies

First Prize: Cristina S. Wheeler-Castillo ’08, “Measurement of Socioeconimic Position and its Health Implications in Rural Ecuador”

Second Prize: Lydia D. Bartholomew ’08, “The Struggle for Civil Rights: The Case of the Palestinian Citizens of Israel”

The Steven D. Levy ’72 for Urban Programs Senior Research Prize supports student investigations of a broad range of key urban issues confronting humankind in the 21st century. Of special interest are projects that highlight the urban realities of the city of Hartford. Examples of such issues include, but are not limited to, diasporic communities, educational and health policy, residential segregation, environmental problems, urban art/culture, human rights, and the creation and maintenance of public spaces (both physical and social).

presented by Xiangming Chen, Dean and Director of the Center for Urban and Global Studies and Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professor of Sociology and International Studies

First Prize: Kathryn M. B. Levett ’08, “The Medicalization of the Homeless: The Impact

of the Medical Model on Homeless Individuals and their Recovery”

Second Prize: Andrea B. Chivakos ’08, “The Right to Faith: The Role of Faith-based Organizations in the Refugee Resettlement”

The Technos International Prize shall be awarded annually to an outstanding graduating senior who is committed to the cause of international understanding and has excelled in an academic field that is among those offered at the Technos College of Japan, on whose behalf the Tanaka Ikueikai Educational Trust has established the prize. Eligible fields include art, computer science, engineering, modern languages, and international studies.

presented by Takunari Miyazaki, Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Charlotte C. Riggs ’08

The Public Policy and Law Book Prize was established by the Public Policy and Law Program in 2004. The prize is awarded annually to the student who writes the best paper in the area of public policy and law as judged by the program faculty.

presented by Adrienne Fulco, Associate Professor of Legal and Policy Studies

Ryan H. Hutzler ’08

Andrew P. Pedro ’08

The John C. Alexander Memorial Award was established by friends of John C. Alexander ’39, to memorialize his name and, in some way, to identify a Trinity undergraduate who possesses some of the qualities that he possessed. It is presented annually to a senior economics major who is a member of a varsity squad and who has demonstrated the most academic progress during his/her Trinity career.

presented by James G. Wen, Professor of Economics and International Studies

Houston M. Gossett ’08

Jeremy H. Ulan ’08

The Ferguson Prizes in Economics, founded in 1890 by the late Professor Henry Ferguson of the Class of 1868, are offered annually to seniors for the two best essays on topics approved by the Department. The essays must be submitted to the Department’s Office Coordinator on the Friday two weeks after spring break.

Not awarded

The Faculty of Economics Award is presented annually to that graduating senior major in economics who, by vote of the faculty of Economics, is considered to have demonstrated the greatest promise as a professional economist. The award comes from the Mead Fund in Economics.

presented by Miguel D. Ramirez, Professor of Economics

Svilena B. Bozhikova ’08

James R. Franco ’08

The Peter J. Schaefer Memorial Prize was established by the classmates of Peter J. Schaefer, Class of 1964, to memorialize his name, consists of the annual award of books to the freshmen who have achieved the highest grades in introductory economics in the preceding academic year.

presented by Miguel D. Ramirez, Professor of Economics

Margot A. Gianis ’10

Christine T. Moody ’10

The G. Keith Funston Prize in Economics was established in honor of the late G. Keith Funston, a member of the Class of 1932, by his family. Mr. Funston, a former President of Trinity College, was a Charter Trustee of the College. The prize is awarded annually to a senior majoring in economics who is an outstanding scholar and is actively involved in the life of the College.

presented by Diane C. Zannoni, G. Fox and Company Professor of Economics

Nikunj Oli ’08

Benjamin J. Willig ’08

The John L. Nicholas ’87 Award in Entrepreneurial Studies is given annually to an undergraduate who demonstrates the greatest aptitude for an entrepreneurial career. This award recognizes the student who submits the most promising portfolio of academic work in preparation for entrepreneurial endeavors, along with a report of entrepreneurial projects completed or a proposal that demonstrates a thoughtful analysis of a possible venture. Ventures in any area are eligible, but those employing computer technology in some form are expected to be common.

presented by Gerald A. Gunderson, Shelby Cullom Davis Professor of American Business and Economic Enterprise

Rebecca Y. Ostrowsky ’11

The Sociology Prize recognizes outstanding scholarship in Sociology. The Prize was established in 1984 by the Department of Sociology and is awarded to a sociology major for achievement at the advanced undergraduate level.

presented by Theresa Morris, Associate Professor of Sociology

Katie B. Frisbie ’08

The Psychology Prize, given by the Department, is awarded to students with a distinguished academic record in psychology and the College, who have completed a senior thesis, and contributed substantially in service to the College, the Department, or the community.

presented by Karl F. Haberlandt, Professor of Psychology

Stephanie L. Keith ’08

Steven D. Schmidt ’08

Marissa L. Zanno ’08

The Neuroscience Prize, established in 2003 by the Neuroscience Program, is awarded to students with a distinguished academic record in neuroscience and at the College, who have completed a senior thesis, and who have contributed substantially to neuroscience in Trinity’s program or the community, as determined by the faculty.

presented by Sarah A. Raskin, Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience

Kara R. Douglas ’08

Carolyn E. Edwards ’08

The Pi Gamma Mu Scholarship Plaque, authorized by the National Board of Trustees of the Society, is given by the Connecticut Alpha Chapter in the interests of the promotion of scholarship in the social sciences on the Trinity campus. The plaque is given to a senior student who is a member of Pi Gamma Mu, has a very high G.P.A., and has done outstanding service for the College or the Hartford community.

Not awarded

The George E. Nichols III Prizes in Theater Arts were established by the friends and former students of Professor George E. Nichols III. These prizes are to honor those graduating students whose college careers best exemplify high standards of artistic and intellectual achievement in theater at Trinity College.

presented by Lesley J. Farlow, Associate Professor of Theater and Dance

First Prize: Claire M. Nasuti ’08 and Hristina A. Nikolova ’08

Second Prize: Elizabeth B. Sharpe ’08

The Frank W. Whitlock Prizes in Drama were founded by a legacy of Mrs. Lucy C. Whitlock, of Great Barrington, Massachusetts, and by her direction bear the name of her son who was a graduate of the Class of 1870. These awards are given to students who have written outstanding plays over the last academic year.

presented by Lesley J. Farlow, Associate Professor of Theater and Dance

First Prize: James C. Wilkinson ’10, Strange Little Girl

Second Prize: Claire M. Nasuti ’08, Insert Clever Title Here: A Play in One Act

The Diebold Family Prize in Dance was established in 2002 by the Diebold family of Roxbury, Connecticut. The prize is awarded to the junior or senior of any major who participates extensively in Trinity’s dance program and demonstrates distinction in choreography and dance performance. Additional grants that become available may be awarded to students participating in community service programs and summer activities at the discretion of the Chairperson of the Theater and Dance Department.

presented by Lesley J. Farlow, Associate Professor of Theater and Dance

First Prize: Yasmeen A. Hadaway ’08

The Friends of Art Awards for Studio Arts are given to students for exceptional achievement

in painting, graphics, sculpture, or photography.

presented by Pablo Delano, Associate Professor of Fine Arts

Jean C. Ahn ’09

Nora M. L. Becker ’09

William J. DeNatale ’10

The Anna C. Helman Prize for Painting was established by Rabbi Leonard Helman, Class of 1948, in honor of his late mother, Anna C. Helman. The award is given to a student of painting, esteemed by the Faculty of Fine Arts to be distinguished in accomplishment and promise.

presented by Patricia Tillman, Associate Professor of Fine Arts

Jamie M. Bannon ’08

The Mitchel N. Pappas Memorial Prize was funded by the Philip Kappel Endowment to honor the memory of Mitchel N. Pappas of Trinity’s Fine Arts Department. It is awarded to senior students who show special promise in the area of studio arts.

presented by Patricia Tillman, Associate Professor of Fine Arts

Emily C. Allen ’08

The Fern D. Nye Award for Graphic Arts is presented annually on the basis of work of originality and excellence in graphic arts.

presented by Patricia Tillman, Associate Professor of Fine Arts

Chelsea A. Naftelberg ’09

Nicholas B. Vasquez ’10

The Jacqueline Caples Prize in Sculpture is given by the faculty of the Department of Fine Arts in memory of their colleague, Professor Jacqueline Caples. It is awarded to a student in recognition of significant accomplishment in sculpture.

presented by Patricia Tillman, Associate Professor of Fine Arts

Benjamin Yanni-Lazarus ’08

The Esther and Lloyd Cooper Prize in Fine Arts was established by George Brinton Cooper in honor of his parents, and by Allen Brinton Cooper, Class of 1966, in honor of his grandparents. It is awarded to the junior or senior of whatever major who demonstrates distinction in any branch of the history or practice of the fine arts.

presented by Alden R. Gordon ’69, Gwendolyn Miles Smith Professsor of Art History

Jacquelyn C. Canevari ’08

Jennifer K. Phelps ’08

The Friends of Art Award for Art History is given to the graduating major whose academic record and promise of future achievement best epitomizes the goals of The Friends to cultivate and sustain the arts among us.

presented by Alden R. Gordon ’69, Gwendolyn Miles Smith Professsor of Art History

Jamie M. Bannon ’08

The John C.E. Taylor Prize in Architecture was established in 1986 by family, colleagues, and friends in memory of John C.E. Taylor, Professor of Fine Arts from 1941 to 1970. It is awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding promise in the field of architecture or architectural history.

presented by Alden R. Gordon ’69, Gwendolyn Miles Smith Professsor of Art History

Sarah E. Knox ’08

Victoria K. Salomon ’08

The Helen Loveland Morris Prize in Music, established by gift of the late Robert S. Morris ’16, is awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Department of Music, has made an outstanding contribution to music in the College. The prize is awarded to a nominee who is judged by his or her record in music courses and in department-sponsored performance activities. The Department reserves the right to withhold the prize in any year if the required excellence is not achieved.

Not awarded

The Lise Aerinne Waxer Prize in Music honors the memory of the Department of Music’s beloved colleague, ethnomusicologist Lise Waxer, who passed away in 2002. Established by a gift of Lise’s mother, Diane Yip, and Lise’s colleagues at Trinity College and in Hartford, the prize is awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Department of Music, has made an outstanding contribution to ethnomusicology or a world music ensemble in the College. The Department reserves the right to withhold the prize in any year if the required excellence is not achieved.

presented by Diane Yip

Gloria J. Kim ’08

The Harry Dobelle Book Prize in Musical Theater is given annually to a junior or senior who, in the judgment of the Music Department, has exhibited exceptional dedication to musical theater at the College through work, on-stage, back-stage, or both, in multiple productions. Former President Evan S. Dobelle and his wife, Kit, established the Prize in regonition of the delight of their son, Harry, took performing in several Trinity musicals while a youngster growing up on the campus between 1995 and 2001.

presented by Gail H. Woldu, Associate Professor of Music

Alexander R. Dancho ’08

Lila S. Claghorn ’08

The Mary Louise Guertin Actuarial Award was established in 1952 by Alfred N. Guertin '22, in memory of his mother. The award will be made annually to the senior judged by a committee to have personal qualities indicative of future executive capacity and leadership in the actuarial profession. The student must have demonstrated genuine interest in considering the actuarial profession and have acquired outstanding grades as an undergraduate in each of mathematics, English, and economics. The committee shall consist of two members, named by the College, of the Society of Actuaries or the Casualty Actuarial Society.

Not awarded

The Phi Gamma Delta Prizes in Mathematics are offered to students taking Mathematics 131, 132 and Mathematics 231. These prizes are from the income of a fund established in 1923, and increased in 1931 by the alumni authorities of the local chapter of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta.

First-Year presented by Melanie Stein, Associate Professor of Mathematics

First Prize: Matthew D. Phinney ’10 and Adam A. Wright ’10

Second Prize: Vinit Agrawal ’10, Christopher Hall ’10, Ankit Saraf ’10, and Ryan T. Shapiro ’10

Third Prize: Derek T. Anderson ’10, Alexander D. Salvato ’10, and Nathan M. Swaim ’10

Second-Year presented by David Cruz-Uribe, Professor of Mathematics

First Prize: Saroj Aryal ’09, Kalin V. Gochev ’09, Olga C. Irizarry ’09, and Rumen S. Vasilev ’09

Second Prize: Sylvia Hristakeva ’09 and Gautam A. Samarth ’09

Third Prize: Naoto Hamashima ’09 and Justin R. Sweeney ’09

The Phi Gamma Delta Senior Prize is awarded annually to the person adjudged by the Department of Mathematics to be its most outstanding senior major. This prize is from the income of a fund established in 1923, and increased in 1931 by the Alumni authorities of the local chapter of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta.

presented by David Cruz-Uribe, Professor of Mathematics

Leighann G. Kinter ’08

Haley A. Lepo ’08

The Phi Gamma Delta Teaching Fellowship is awarded annually to students having distinguished work in mathematics courses and who, in the opinion of the Department of Mathematics, are qualified to aid the Department in its instructional endeavors.

presented by Nancy J. Wyshinski, Associate Professor of Mathematics

Vinit Agrawal ’10 Joseph C. Mani ’11

Mary Ebraheem ’09 Katherine M. Nichols ’09

Ankit Saraf ’10

The Irving K. Butler Prize in Mathematics, established through a bequest from the late Mr. Butler, is given annually to a rising senior (i.e., member of the junior class) who in the judgment of the Department of Mathematics has done outstanding work in mathematics.

presented by Melanie Stein, Associate Professor of Mathematics

Kalin V. Gochev ’09

The Robert C. Stewart Prize was established in honor of Professor Robert C. Stewart, who retired after 46 years with the Department of Mathematics. The prize is awarded to a student who has demonstrated an interest in a teaching career.

Not awarded

The Environmental Science Senior Prize is given to a graduating senior majoring in Environmental Science who, by vote of the faculty of Environmental Science, is recognized for academic excellence and significant contributions to the Environmental Science Program.

presented by Christoph Geiss, Associate Professor of Physics and Environmental Science

Courtney M. Hugo ’08

The James M. Van Stone Memorial Book Prize is awarded by the Biology department to the first year student or students who have performed outstanding work in the classroom and laboratory of the introductory biology course. The prize is from a fund established in honor of the late James M. Van Stone, Professor of Biology, Emeritus.

Not awarded

The J. Wendell Burger Prize in Biology is an award given to a graduating senior major in biology who, by vote of the faculty of Biology, is considered to have demonstrated the greatest promise for a career in biological science. The prize is from a fund established in honor of the late James Wendell Burger, the J. Pierpont Morgan Professor in Biology, Emeritus.

presented by Daniel G. Blackburn, Thomas S. Johnson Distinguished Professor of Biology

Jillian M. Langer ’08

The Thomas Hume Bissonnette Biology Achievement Award was established in honor of Thomas Hume Bissonnette, a world renowned animal physiologist who served on the Trinity Biology faculty during the 1920s through 1940s. It is given to a senior Biology major who is recognized for academic excellence and for significant contributions to the Biology Department.

presented by Daniel G. Blackburn, Thomas S. Johnson Distinguished Professor of Biology and Laurie J. Bonneau, Lecturer and Laboratory Coordinator in Biology

Justin R. Pool ’08

The Connecticut Valley Section of the American Chemical Society Award is given to a senior in recognition for outstanding accomplishment in the study of chemistry or biochemistry.

presented by Ralph O. Moyer, Scovill Professor of Chemistry

Timothy M. Scarella ’08, Chemistry

The American Institute of Chemists Award is presented to seniors majoring in biochemistry or chemistry who have demonstrated scholastic achievement, leadership, ability, and character.

presented by Janet F. Morrison, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry

Biochemistry: Kathryn C. McColl ’08

Chemistry: Emma L. Handy ’08

The Division of Analytical Chemistry of the American Chemical Society Award is given to a student who has completed the third undergraduate year and who displays interest in and aptitude for a career in analytical chemistry.

presented by Janet F. Morrison, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry

William G. Burns, Jr. ’09

The Division of Polymer Chemistry of the American Chemical Society Award is given to the outstanding sophomore/junior student in the two-semester organic course for chemistry majors.

presented by Thomas M. Mitzel, Associate Professor of Chemistry

Jonathan T. Ashby ’10

The Jessica Alisa Owens Memorial Award is given in memory of Jessica Owens ’05 by the faculty members of the Chemistry Department for academic achievement in chemistry or biochemistry and outstanding contributions to community service.

presented by Thomas M. Mitzel, Associate Professor of Chemistry

Kwame Frimpong ’08

The Chemical Rubber Company Awards are made to freshman chemistry students for outstanding achievement in general chemistry.

presented by Edward C. Fitzgerald, Laboratory Coordinator and Lecturer in Chemistry

Michelle M. Benjamin ’11 Andrew M. Janiga ’11

Michael Chung ’11 Baltazar Ramos, Jr. ’11

Angela G. Colantonio ’11 Andrew M. Weisenfeld ’11

Brianna R. Dix ’11

The Louis Aronne, Class of 1977, Prize in Biochemistry is awarded to a senior or a junior biochemistry major (with preferences being given to a senior) who, in addition to being an outstanding student in biochemistry, has demonstrated interest in general scholarship and campus activities. The awardee is selected by a member of the Chemistry Department and a member of the Biology Department who teaches a biochemistry course.

presented by Richard V. Prigodich, Professor of Chemistry

Laert Rusha ’08

The Physics Prize, established by the faculty of the Department of Physics and Astronomy in 1976, is awarded to a student for achievement in Physics 131L and Physics 231L.

presented by David Branning, Assistant Professor of Physics

Jacob. D. Gire ’10

Chao Liao ’11

John A. Love ’10

Young Ho Shin ’11

Adam A. Wright ’10

The Physics Senior Prize recognizes outstanding scholarship in physics. Established in 1976 by the faculty of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, it is awarded to a senior physics major for demonstrated excellence in physics at the advanced undergraduate level.

presented by David Branning, Assistant Professor of Physics

Ryo Saotome ’08

Valentina G. Zhelyazkova ’08

The Albert J. Howard, Jr. Prize is awarded to a member of the junior class who has done outstanding work in physics. The prize was established in 2004 by friends and colleagues of the late Albert J. Howard, Jr., Professor of Physics, in honor of his more than 40 years of service to the Physics Department.

presented by David Branning, Assistant Professor of Physics

Sagar Bhandari ’09

The Edwin P. Nye Award, established in 1983 by family, friends and colleagues of the late Professor Emeritus Edwin P. Nye, goes to an undergraduate who has demonstrated understanding and concern for the need to achieve a harmonious balance between man’s technology and the natural environment. Selection of the recipient is made by the Engineering faculty.