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
Olubunmi I.
Adeosun ’06
Ryan S. Sultan ’06
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
Joseph S.
Wzorek, Jr. ’06, Chemistry
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
Magee
McIlvaine ’06
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. No prize will be awarded unless the work offered is
excellent.
presented by A. D. Macro, Hobart Professor of Classical
Languages
Second Prize:
Alexandra F. Hoffmann ’08
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 A.D. Macro, Hobart Professor of Classical Languages
First Prize:
Joseph A. Ricci ’08
Second Prize: Elsa G. Crowley ’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. No
prize
will be awarded unless the work offered is excellent.
presented by Alexander Title Lowengard
First Prize:
John B. King ’06
Second Prize: Chris P. Esser ’07
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 freshman
excellence in attainment in 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
Second Prize:
Jocelyn M. Baker ’06
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 Elizabeth Baughan, Visiting Assistant Professor of
Classics
First Prize:
Matthew C. Mitchell ’06
Second Prize: Chris P. Esser ’07
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:
Verdell N. Walker ’09
presented by Levana Polate, Senior Lecturer in Modern
Languages and
International Studies
Chinese: Nicole J. Matthews ’09 and Christine N.
Mwaturura ’09
presented by Naogan Ma, Principal Lecturer in Modern
Languages and
International Studies
French: Laura Vasselle ’06
presented by Jean-Marc Kehres, Assistant Professor of Modern
Languages and Literature
German: Brian J. Quinan ’06
presented by Johannes Evelein, Associate Professor of Modern
Languages
Japanese: Kelly E. Evans ’06
presented by Reiko Wagoner, Principal Lecturer in Modern
Languages
and International Studies
Russian: Adam T. Purviance ’06
presented by Katherine Lahti, Associate Professor of Modern
Language
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.
presented by Naogan Ma, Principal Lecturer in Modern Languages
and
International Studies
and Jin Hu, President of the Chinese Cultural Center
Ryan P. G. Butler ’08
Megan N. Borgelt ’08
Joseph L. Hern, Jr. ’08
Sean K. McNulty ’08
Nelson L. Lassiter, Jr. ’09
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 Lambright, Associate Professor of Modern
Languages
Stefanie Pagano-Kor ’06
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 Lambright, Associate Professor of Modern
Languages
Christopher D. Moore ’06
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
First Prize: Mara Boundy ’06
Second Prize: Jennifer L. Bayard ’06
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.
Not awarded
The Cesare
Barbieri Endowment Prize is awarded to a student for
achievement in Italian Studies.
presented by Dario Del Puppo, Associate Professor of Modern
Languages and Director of Italian Programs
Emily A. Ciccolo ’06
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
Trinity College,
Rome Campus. Preference is given to a student pursuing Italian
Studies.
presented by John H. Alcorn, Assistant Professor of Italian
Studies
and Associate Director of Italian Programs
Summer K.
Cannon ’08
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, Senior Lecturer in Modern Languages
and
International Studies
Amy R. Weiner ’06
The Abraham
Joshua Heschel Prize is awarded in recognition of
outstanding achievement in the study of religion.
presented by Ronald C. Kiener, Professor of Religion
David A. Stricoff ’06
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.
presented by Ronald C. Kiener, Professor of Religion
Michael C.
Geddis ’12
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 Ronald C. Kiener, Professor of Religion
Amy R. Weiner ’06
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 Barbara Henriques, Visiting Assistant Professor of
Educational Studies
Jennifer E.
O’Donnell ’06
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
Nivia Nieves ’06
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: Brenda Mailloux-Glidden ’06
Second Prize: Donna M. Small ’06
The Mears Prize
of $50 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
Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy ’06
The Susan E.
Martin “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award is presented
annually to the senior woman 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
Elizabeth H. Guernsey ’06
Maria I. Restrepo ’06
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
Drew R. Murphy ’07
The Board of
Fellows “Outstanding Scholar-Athlete” Award was
established by the Board in 1979 and is presented annually to
the junior woman who is voted most outstanding in athletics and
scholarship.
presented by Robin L. Sheppard, Professor of Physical Education
and
Associate Director of Athletics
Siobhn M. Knight ’07
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
Timothy R. Coughlin ’06
Margot H. Kearney ’06
The Blanchard W.
Means Prize in Philosophy was established by Louise Means in
memory of her husband Blanchard W. Means, the 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. Essays should be submitted by
noon on
the Monday following spring vacation.
presented by Dan Lloyd, Professor of Philosophy
Alexander P. Henry ’06
The Women’s
Empowerment Activist Award was established by the Women’s
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’s Center
Meghan M.
Boone ’06
Sarah M. Carter ’06
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 Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English
First Prize: Natalia S. Frey ’07, “Loving Across the
Language Gap”
Second Prize: Gwendolyn M. Hopkins ’08, “The Second Sex in
the
Twenty-First Century: How Simone de Beauvoir Applies Today”
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 Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English
First Prize: Scott J. Goldstone ’06, “An End to Domestic
Violence”
Second Prize: Gwendolyn M. Hopkins ’08, “Activism”
Third Prize: Joshua W. Albin ’09, “Title IX”
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
Thomas L. S. Bransfield ’07
Natalia S. Frey ’07
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 Sheila M. Fisher, Associate Professor of English
Matthew C. Mitchell ’06, “‘I’m Afraid Our Old World Has Come
to an
End’: The Disruption of Idyllic Adolescence by the Great War
in L.M.
Montgomery’s Novels”
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
Jason J. Acunzo ’08
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 Milla C. Riggio, James J. Goodwin Professor of
English
David S. Brown ’06
Andrew M. Feldmann ’06
Kathryn B. Nolin ’08
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 Lucy Ferriss, Interim Director of the Creative
Writing
Program
First Prize:
Meghan E. Evans ’06, The Crowded Earth
Second Prize: Lindsey J. Freedman ’06, I Wish She’d Get
Better and
Get the Hell Out of Belmont
Third Prize: Scott E. Baumgartner ’07, George’s Landing
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 Lucy Ferriss, Interim Director of the Creative
Writing
Program
First Prize: Tiffany Marie Krupa ’10, Dysfunction, Anhedonia,
Black Patent Leather Three-inch Heel, and Another Histrionic
Second Prize: Lindsay A. North ’06, 3 a.m. in the south of
India
Third Prize: Anita I. Winters ’09, The Gift
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 Lucy Ferriss, Interim Director of the Creative
Writing
Program
Meghan E.
Evans ’06, “Birth”
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 Margo O. Perkins, Associate Professor of English
and
American Studies
Emma S. Bayer ’07
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 Margo O. Perkins, Associate Professor of English
and
American Studies
Vanessa A. Holguin ’07
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 contect 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 David Rosen, Assistant Professor of English
Meghan E. Evans ’06, “Hide/Seek”
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.
presented by Joan D. Hedrick, Charles A. Dana Professor of
History
and Director of the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Program
Meghan M.
Boone ’06
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 theTrinity 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 Joan D. Hedrick, Charles A. Dana Professor of
History
and Director of the Women,
Gender, and Sexuality Program
Yvonne N. Lee ’06
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.
First Prize:
Marlyse H. Rudnick ’06
presented by J. Ronald Spencer, Associate Academic Dean
Second Prize:
Elizabeth C. Mooney ’06
presented by Joan D. Hedrick, Charles A. Dana Professor
of History and Director of the Women, Gender, and Sexuality
Program
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 Cheryl L. Greenberg, Professor of History
Benjamin B. Glerum ’06
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 Cheryl L. Greenberg, Professor of History
Jessie S. Rosenberg ’06
Sanjog Rupakheti ’06
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 Cheryl L. Greenberg, Professor of History
William C. Cosgrove ’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.
presented by Cheryl L. Greenberg, Professor of History
Christopher R. Bostock ’06
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.
Asian
Studies: Luke C. Chappell ’06 and Sanjog Rupakheti ’06
presented by Michael E. Letz, Associate Professor of History
East European Studies: Mary E. Elliott ’06
presented by Katherine Lahti, Associate Professor of Modern
Languages and Literature
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 sophomore or junior receiving the highest mark in
Political Science 104, Introduction to International Relations.
presented by Brigitte A. Schulz, Associate Professor of
Political Science
Ian R. Connett ’07
Suheyla Nurlu ’08
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 Brigitte A. Schulz, Associate Professor of
Political
Science
Elizabeth Gryska ’06, “Examing Medical Malpractice Liability
and Proposed Reform”
Lindsey B. Moore ’06, “Elite Rule”
Jeanne M. Hayes ’07, “The Emergence of the Modern Mind”
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 of every
year by the International Studies Program Director in
consultation with the coordinators of the program.
presented by Albert L. Gastmann, Professor of Political Science,
Emeritus
Jing Chen ’06
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 International 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 Kenji Tanaka, Honorary Chairman of the Tanaka
Ikueikai
Educational Trust and Chairman of the Tanaka Memorial
Foundation, and awarded by Tanaka Ikueikai Educational Trust and
Technos College, Tokyo, Japan
Yvain Shafiq
Badan ’06
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
Public
Policy Studies
Colin S. Levy ’06, “Property and the State: The Takings
Clause, The Constitution and The Supreme Court”
The Samuel and
Clara Hendel Memorial Book Prize is awarded annually to the
undergraduate who is judged to have written the best paper on a
topic involving issues of civil liberties or social justice. The
prize was established in 1978 by friends, colleagues, and former
students to honor Samuel Hendel, Professor Emeritus of Political
Science, and Mrs. Hendel.
presented by Adrienne Fulco, Associate Professor of Legal and
Public
Policy Studies
Meredith L. Reeves ’06
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 Adam J. Grossberg, Professor of Economics
Brian E. Dubiel ’06
Matthew J. Termine ’06
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.
presented by Adam J. Grossberg, Professor of Economics
Elizabeth H. Guernsey ’06
Matthew T. Lipton ’06
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 Adam J. Grossberg, Professor of Economics
Isaac B. Oransky ’08
Ashesh Prasann ’08
Hari P. Sharma ’08
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 Mark Setterfield, Professor of Economics
Syre M. Khan ’06
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 Mark Setterfield, Professor of Economics
Melissa A. Andreo ’06
Elizabeth H. Guernsey ’06
Dilian P. Kovachev ’06
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.
Not awarded
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 majors for achievement at the advanced
undergraduate level.
presented by Johnny Eric Williams, Associate Professor of
Sociology
Vanessa Chabrier-Davis ’06
Jessi S. Streib ’06
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 William M. Mace, Professor of Psychology
Naralys Estevez ’06
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 William H. Church, Associate Professor of Chemistry
and
Neuroscience
Julia F. Martha ’06
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 Katharine G. Power, Dean of the First-Year Program,
Associate Academic Dean, and
Associate Professor of Theater and Dance
First Prize: Matthew G. Bamberg-Johnson ’06
Second Prize: Laura C. King ’06
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
David C. Calder ’08, Dinner Games
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: Meredith A. DeJesus ’06
Second Prize: Stefanie Pagano-Kor ’06
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
Bridget A . Reilly ’06
Natalie X. Phouyaphone ’06
Anna B. Korsiak ’06
Margaret C. Schott ’06
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 Pablo Delano, Associate Professor of Fine Arts
Sarah B. Lappe ’06
Kelly P. Swain ’06
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 Joseph Byrne, Associate Professor of Fine Arts and
Director of the Studio Arts Program
Catherine G. Kamihachi ’06
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 Joseph Byrne, Associate Professor of Fine Arts and
Director of the Studio Arts Program
Sebastian E. Ebarb ’06
Casper B. Livie ’06
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 Joseph Byrne, Associate Professor and Director of
Studio Arts
William Roman, Jr. ’07
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 Kathleen A. Curran, Associate Professor of Fine
Arts
Jennifer L.
Bayard ’06
Caspar B. Livie ’06
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 Kathleen A. Curran, Associate Professor of Fine
Arts
Tara L. Nadeau ’06
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 Kathleen A. Curran, Associate Professor of Fine
Arts
Cassandra A. Hyland ’06
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.
presented by Gerald Moshell, Professor of Music and Director of
Concert Choir
Christopher E. Simpson ’06
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 recognition of the delight their son,
Harry, took performing in
several Trinity musicals while a youngster growing up on the
campus
between 1995 and 2001.
presented by Gerald Moshell, Professor of Music and Director of
Concert Choir
Douglas S. Goodman ’06
Leslie A. Waters ’06
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 David Cruz-Uribe, Professor of Mathematics
First Prize:
Nikolay A. Atanasoz ’08, Giovanni Capalbo ’08, Nabil
Imam ’08, Haley A. Lepo ’08, Lisa M.L. Pham ’08, Ryo Saotome
’08, Valentina G. Zhelyazkova ’08
Second Prize: Leighann G. Kinter ’08, David Pietrocola ’08,
Willis C. Reed-Button ’08
Second-Year
presented by Mary Sandoval, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
First Prize:
Laura C. Maloney ’07
Second Prize: Jenny L. Petrauskas ’07
Third Prize: Daniel J. Kelleher ’07
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
Michael R.
Sollami ’06
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
Margaret A. Moult ’07
Nikolay A. Atanasov ’08
Mary Ebraheem ’09
Olga C. Irizarry ’09
Matthew M. Miller ’09
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 Mary Sandoval, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Saiying He ’07
James M. Piette III ’07
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.
presented by Robert C. Stewart, C.A. Dana Professor of
Mathematics,
Emeritus
Harris B. Daniels ’06
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, Professor of Biology, and
Scott R. Smedley, Associate Professor of Biology
Sarah E. Arnold ’06
The James M. Van
Stone Memorial Book Prize is awarded by the Biology Club 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.
presented by Laurie J. Bonneau, Lecturer and Laboratory
Coordinator
Stacy E. Hathcox ’09
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.
Not awarded
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 Timothy P. Curran, Associate Professor of Chemistry
Biochemistry: Claire M. Lawlor ’06
Chemistry: Adam B. Lesser ’06
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 Thomas M. Mitzel, Associate Professor of Chemistry
Joseph S.
Wzorek, Jr. ’06
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
Timothy M. Scarella ’08
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
Jacqueline C. McKenna ’06
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 William H. Church, Associate Professor of Chemistry
and
Bioscience
Scott S. Dale ’07
The Chemical
Rubber Company Awards are made to freshman chemistry
students for outstanding achievement in general chemistry.
presented by Janet F. Morrison, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry
William G.
Burns, Jr. ’09
Neena T. Chakrabarti ’09
Laura E. Eckman ’09
Caitlin M. Farrell ’09
Michael R. D. Farrell ’09
Jonathan D. Nyce ’09
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 Henry A. DePhillips, Jr., Vernon K. Krieble
Professor
of Chemistry
Nicholas F. Callahan ’06
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
Nikolay A. Atanazov ’08
Valentina G. Zhelyazkova ’08
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
Douglas S. Goodman ’06
Tamara A. Machac ’06
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
Jonathan B. Boreyko ’07
David C. DuPaul ’07
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.
presented by Joseph L. Palladino, Professor of Engineering
Regardt
Schonborn ’06
The Hartford
Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME) Prize is awarded by the Hartford Chapter of The
American Society of Mechanical Engineering to a full-time junior
or senior who is
concentrating in mechanical engineering and has an exceptional
academic record.
presented by Joseph L. Palladino, Professor of Engineering
Timothy A. Bockus ’07
The Hartford
Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME) Top Senior Award recognizes the Trinity College
Engineering
senior, concentrating in Mechanical Engineering, with the top
academic record.
presented by Joseph L. Palladino, Professor of Engineering
Stephen P. Doherty, Jr. ’06
The Junior
Engineering Book Prize recognizes a rising senior
engineering major who has demonstrated outstanding academic
achievement and shown evidence of professional development. The
recipient is chosen by a vote of the Engineering Department
faculty.
presented by Joseph L. Palladino, Professor of Engineering
Susmita Bhandari ’07
The Theodore R.
Blakeslee II Award was established in 1992 by the
family, friends, and colleagues of the late Professor Theodore
R. Blakeslee II, Associate Professor of Engineering, to reward
the outstanding teaching assistant in Engineering.
presented by Joseph L. Palladino, Professor of Engineering
Maria I. Restrepo ’06
David Pietrocola ’08
The Travelers
Companies Foundation Senior Research Prize(s) is (are)
awarded to student(s) whose senior research project(s) in the
field of Computer Science and Engineering has been deemed the
most outstanding by an independent board chosen from Trinity
faculty and The St. Paul Travelers staff.
presented by Manuel Allegue, The St. Paul Travelers Company
Computer Science: William P. Zeller ’06
Engineering: Kevin B. Harder ’06
The Ralph E.
Walde Prize in Computer Science was established to honor
Professor Ralph E. Walde, Professor of Computer Science, and one
of the founding members of the Computer Science Department. The
prize
recognizes a rising senior computer science major who has
demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in computer
science.
The recipient is chosen by a vote of the Computer Science
Department
faculty.
presented by Ralph A. Morelli, Professor of Computer Science
James M. Piette III ’07
The Jerome P.
Webster, Class of 1910, Student Book Collectors Prizes were
established by Dr. Jerome P. Webster ’10 to recognize students’
passions for books and book collecting. An avid book collector,
he served as a Trustee of the College and was one of the
founders of the TrinityCollege Library Associates. These awards
are made to as many as three students who present collections of
books in a specific field or an intelligently selected nucleus
of a general library for
the future. Emphasis is placed on the student’s knowledge of the
contents of the collection and its usefulness. The total number
of
books or their monetary value is not a determining factor.
presented by Richard S. Ross, Librarian and College Professor
Matthew C. Mitchell ’06
The First-Year
Papers Awards are given to those students whose papers
written for a First-Year Seminar were selected for inclusion in
The
First-Year Papers, a publication issued each year. Inclusion is
determined by a panel of First-Year Mentors, a faculty member
from The Writing
Center, and the Director and Dean of the First-Year Program.
presented by Katharine G. Power, Dean of the First-Year Program,
Associate Academic Dean,
and Associate Professor of Theater and Dance, and Margaret D.
Lindsey, Director of the First-Year Program
Friederike S. Gorgens ’09
Whitney F. Hart ’09
David C. Kimball-Stanley ’09
Caleb J. Miles ’09
Matthew M. Miller ’09
Gautam A. Samarth ’09
Verdell N. Walker ’09
The Trinity
Papers, established by a group of President’s Fellows in
1982, is an annual journal which publishes outstanding examples
of student scholarship. Students whose work is selected for
publication in The Papers receive certificates at Honors Day in
recognition of their exceptional achievement.
presented by J. Ronald Spencer, Associate Academic Dean
Mara Boundy ’06
Jason M. Fuhrman ’06
Lucy A. Hollis ’06
Anne-Louise Marquis ’06
Lindsay A. North ’06
Margaret C. Schott ’06
Julie A. Wheeler ’06
Natalia S. Frey ’07
Abigail G. Garrity ’07
David C. Calder ’08
Courtney C. Meehan ’09
The Samuel S.
Fishzohn Awards for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
was established in 1966 in memory of Samuel S. Fishzohn, Class
of 1925, a prominent figure in social work and welfare. Awards
are given each year to at least two students: one who has
demonstrated initiative
and creativity in community service related to important social
issues, and the other who has worked with dedication in civil
rights, civil liberties, or race relations.
presented by Rita Post
Civil Rights and Civil Liberties: Lindsey B. Moore ’06 and
Bao Ngoc
Lien Pham ’06
Community Service: Margot M. Koch ’06 and Hannah G. Charry
’08
The Alexander A.
Goldfarb Award for Community Service is awarded
jointly by the City of Hartford and Trinity College to the
Trinity student who, through community service, has done the
most during this current year to benefit the City of Hartford
and its citizens.
presnted by Joseph C. Barber, Director of Community Service
Jennifer L. Kern ’07
Miriam L. Zichlin ’07
The St. Anthony
Hall Community Service Award was established by the St.
Anthony Hall Foundation. It is awarded annually to a Trinity
College fraternity or sorority member who has demonstrated
initiative, creativity, and commitment in the areas of service,
activism, and/or civic engagement during the academic year. In
conjunction with this award, a financial contributionwill be
made in the recipient’s name to support a nonprofit organization
or community programming initiative of his or her own choosing.
presented by William R. Peelle, Jr. ’70
Todd A. Morrison ’07
Sarah E. Knox ’08
The Student
Government Association Award was established in 1982 for the
purpose of giving due recognition to Trinity students who have
done unusual service for the college community or local
community. It
is given annually to the individual student or group of students
who,
in the judgment of the SGA, has contributed the most to the
betterment of the Trinity community in the last year or years.
The award is not
restricted and can be bestowed upon College-funded groups,
coalitions, and fraternities/sororities as well as upon student
groups and individuals.
presented by Narim Prum ’06, President of the Student Government
Association
Magee McIlvaine ’06
Jason P. Azevedo ’08
The Student
Government Association Student Activities Scholarship
Award was established in 1991 to provide financial aid to
students
who demonstrate involvement in student activities as well as
need. The recipients are chosen annually by the Director of
Financial Aid in consultation with the president of the SGA or
his/her representative.
presented by Narim Prum ’06, President of the Student Government
Association
Hannah G. Charry ’08
Sarah E. Knox ’08
The John F. Boyer
Award was established in 1983 for the purpose of
giving due recognition to a Trinity student who has devoted a
tremendous amount of time and energy to one or more of the
student publications. It is given annually to the senior who, in
the judgment of representatives from the staff, has made the
most significant contribution to the Tripod in the last year or
years. The award is given in memory of John F. Boyer who took an
avid interest in extra-curricular activities and who himself
made a significant contribution to student publications.
presented by Ashley Bell ’08, Editor-in-Chief, Trinity Tripod
William C. Yang ’06
