Part of the celebration during commencement season is the announcement of numerous well-earned honors at the University of Redlands. We proudly showcase each of these stellar accomplishments and congratulate all of these students.
Here are the awardees, listed alphabetically under each school presenting the awards; honor society members (including scholar-athletes) follow at the end. In some cases, links are included to a video of a virtual presentation of the award.
College of Arts and Sciences
Hailey Aguirre—Alpha Delta Kappa Outstanding Student Teaching, presented annually to an undergraduate who demonstrates a strong commitment to education
Dawit Aklilu—David Boies Award, for excellent work in legal analysis
Nikki Alcantar—Outstanding Student Award in Spanish, presented to a senior who has shown exceptional scholarship, exemplary dedication, commitment, and service in the area of Spanish
Jaclyn Alvarado—Outstanding Senior of the Year in Business Administration, voted by the faculty as both an excellent scholar and a major contributor to the department, campus, and outside communities, including varsity sports and service
Brandyn Alvarez—Henry G. Dittmar Prize, for an outstanding senior, in memory of a most distinguished professor who was a meticulous historian, engaging lecturer, and a beloved mentor
Maxwell Auerbach—Judson Sanderson Award, presented to an outstanding senior mathematics major
Carolina Barbosa—Velma Hooper McCall Award, presented to a woman in the junior class who has demonstrated exemplary academic achievement, is an involved student, and is held in high regard by her peers and faculty members
Olivia Beck—Elaine Brubacher Prize, presented to a student who exemplifies one or more of the characteristics that Brubacher demonstrated so well during her career: overcoming barriers to achievement, expanding opportunities for others, serving the larger community, and demonstrating excellence in science
Keilee Bessho—Outstanding Philosophy Student
Bria Bowton—Robert D. Engel Award, presented to an outstanding senior biochemistry and molecular biology, biology, chemistry, computer science or physics major
Caldwell Bridges—Edmund C. Jaeger Award, for exceptional scholarship to a junior biology student planning a career in teaching or research
Dylan Carlyle—Outstanding Senior of the Year in Business Administration, voted by the faculty as both an excellent scholar and a major contributor to the department, campus, and outside communities, including varsity sports and service
Amanda Chiles—Sadath Garcia Impact Award, honoring a student whose contributions have extended beyond both the traditional classroom and the physical confines of the campus community
Megan Congdon—Sigma Alpha Iota Collegiate Honor Award, for exemplary scholarship, musicianship, and fraternity service to the Sigma Eta chapter
Brittany Dinkins—Excellence in Management Award, presented to one or more graduating seniors to recognize academic excellence in the integration of the B.A. in management with the required second major
Connor Edmundson—Thelma Beardsley Award, presented to the senior music education major who has demonstrated the greatest potential for success in this field
Whittney Elmer—Associated Students of the University of Redlands President’s Award, presented to a student whose ideals embody the institution’s mission and whose contributions to the community have helped enhance the student experience, both of which have resulted in the high regard and respect of others, as well as the admiration of peers
Jeena Epperson—Theta Alpha Kappa Undergraduate Achievement Award, recognizing the academic achievements of a student who demonstrates outstanding success and promise in the study of religion and theology
Margaret Eronimous—Armacost Library Undergraduate Research Award in the arts/humanities/social sciences, which honors undergraduate students who demonstrate thoughtfulness and creativity in their approach to research and whose work exhibits excellence in critical thinking
Jorge Aroujo Felix—Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Collegiate Honor Award, for musical ability, leadership, and service to the School of Music
Jessica Fields—Frank Serrao Female Senior Student-Athlete of the Year Award, sponsored by the Bulldog Bench and presented to the most outstanding female senior student-athlete in recognition of excellence in academia and athletics
Drew Garbe
—Outstanding Interdisciplinary Work in Public Policy, recognizing a graduating senior whose capstone achieves excellence in part through the deft utilization of interdisciplinary methods and perspectives
—Outstanding Senior in Religious Studies, for a religious studies senior in recognition of exemplary intellectual engagement and overall enthusiasm, integrity, and excellence in serving as an agent of transformation on the University of Redlands campus and in the wider community
Crystal Garcia—Judith Morrison Award, presented to an undergraduate with awareness of multicultural issues, who has earned excellent grades, and participates in extracurricular activities that advance the goals of decreasing disparities in services and access to services to individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Javier Garcia III
—Jacob Green Memorial Prize, honors College of the Arts and Sciences students with a commitment to racial justice, equality, and leadership to build a loving, inclusive community at the University of Redlands
—Charlotte Burgess Community Impact Award, honoring a student or group positively impacting the community through fundraising, advocacy work, or direct service
Madeline Gibson
—Outstanding Senior in Communication Sciences and Disorders, awarded to a senior who has demonstrated overall excellence as an undergraduate student in Communication Sciences and Disorders and has the potential for making a significant contribution to the profession
—Douglas R. Moore Distinguished Service Award, conferred by the University of Redlands Alumni Association on a student who exemplifies the alumni tradition of service to the community and/or University
Alexandra Glick—Robert D. Engel Award, presented to an outstanding senior biochemistry and molecular biology, biology, chemistry, computer science or physics major
Ty Hranac—Roger Tomlinson Prize for Excellence in Geographic Information Systems, awarded to an undergraduate reflecting academic excellence; demonstrating professional interest in geographic information systems through community service, internships, employment and other activities; and applying creative application of geospatial technologies for research, instruction, community service, and other areas
Alex Hyland
—Outstanding Senior in Global Business Award, voted by the faculty as both an excellent scholar and a major contributor to the department, campus, and outside communities, including varsity sports and service
—Outstanding Student in International Relations Award, recognizing outstanding achievement in the interdisciplinary field of International Relations
—Douglas R. Moore Distinguished Service Award, conferred by the University of Redlands Alumni Association on a student who exemplifies the alumni tradition of service to the community and/or University
Kimberly Jimenez—Eugene Kanjo Prize for Excellence in Literary Studies, awarded to students who have produced literary analysis of outstanding depth, creativity, and significance
Melissa Johnson—Outstanding Scholar in Business Administration, presented to a student voted by the faculty as possessing the highest demonstrated academic excellence with complex materials, languages, and/or double majors
Lindsay Jordan—Armacost Library Undergraduate Research Award in the science/technology/engineering/math disciplines, which honors undergraduate students who demonstrate thoughtfulness and creativity in their approach to research, and whose work exhibits excellence in critical thinking
Maya Klaib—Paul Krantz Award, presented to a senior mathematics major with outstanding potential as a secondary school teacher
Anna Klein—Eugene Kanjo Prize for Excellence in Literary Studies, awarded to students who have produced literary analysis of outstanding depth, creativity, and significance
David Kobylka—Frederick John Wiley Memorial Award, awarded for excellent work in international relations
Justin Lee—Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award, presented to an outstanding junior music major based on musical promise and academic achievement
Molly Lindsay—History Education Award, for an outstanding senior who will be pursuing a career in teaching
Kristine Llanderal
—Director’s Award, for outstanding leadership and service in the School of Music
—School of Music Service Award, presented by the music faculty to a senior music major for notable service to the school
Serena Marquez—Nelson W. Burdett Endowed Graduate Scholarship Award, presented annually to an undergraduate or post-baccalaureate teacher credential candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to education and the potential to become an outstanding educator
Thomas Maul—Outstanding Student Award in Spanish, presented to a senior who has shown exceptional scholarship, exemplary dedication, commitment, and service in the area of Spanish
Jacob Miner—Outstanding Senior Award, presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated outstanding service, stewardship, academic achievement, and a commitment to serving and enhancing the University of Redlands’ community
Kealoha Minton—David Boies Award, for excellent work in legal analysis
Malie Minton—Outstanding Senior Award, presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated outstanding service, stewardship, academic achievement, and a commitment to serving and enhancing the University of Redlands’ community
Marina Mondot—Phi Alpha Theta Award, presented by the History Department to an outstanding senior who excels in academic achievement and service to the study of history at the University
Claire Napier—Roger Tomlinson Prize for Excellence in Geographic Information Systems, awarded to an undergraduate reflecting academic excellence; demonstrating professional interest in geographic information systems through community service, internships, employment and other activities; and applying creative application of geospatial technologies for research, instruction, community service, and other areas
Sabrina Nunn—Velma Hooper McCall Award, presented to a woman in the junior class who has demonstrated exemplary academic achievement, is an involved student, and is held in high regard by her peers and faculty members
Terrence Perrier—Phi Mu Alpha Scholastic Award, presented to the music major in the University’s chapter with the highest cumulative grade point average
Ayetzy Presa
—History Education Award, for an outstanding senior who will be pursuing a career in teaching
—Taylor Family Community Service Award, presented to a student who has made service a constant in his or her life; recipients embrace the spirit and art of service through involvement in civic duties such as fundraising and volunteering, and serving as a steward of initiatives and causes that advance the wellbeing and welfare of others
Matthew Rafeedie—Colwell Prize, for excellent work in American politics
Eric Ramirez—Outstanding Student Award in Spanish, presented to a senior who has shown exceptional scholarship, exemplary dedication, commitment, and service in the area of Spanish
Francisco Rangel—School of Music Graduate Student Service Award, awarded to the student who has contributed the most to the music program during his or her two-year residence
Blake Roy—Frank Serrao Male Senior Student-Athlete of the Year Award, sponsored by the Bulldog Bench and presented to the most outstanding male senior student-athlete in recognition of excellence in academia and athletics
Janean Ruttner—Eugene Kanjo Prize for Excellence in Literary Studies, awarded to students who have produced literary analysis of outstanding depth, creativity, and significance
Madeline Salminen-Cunningham—Outstanding Student Award in Spanish, presented to a senior who has shown exceptional scholarship, exemplary dedication, commitment, and service in the area of Spanish
Stelle Salsbery—Tutor of the Year Award, presented to the tutor who has demonstrated outstanding enthusiasm, reliability, a positive attitude, and dedication in tutoring their subject matter within the tutoring program
Kristen Sauceda—Outstanding Public Policy Scholar, presented to one or more outstanding graduating seniors in public policy who have not only demonstrated excellence on their coursework and/or leadership while at the university, but also have tremendous potential for future careers in public policy and public service
Samuel Silva
—Robert D. Engel Award, presented to an outstanding senior biochemistry and molecular biology, biology, chemistry, computer science or physics major
—David Miller Award, presented in memory of David Miller, whom we lost months from his graduation in 2009, and in honor of the graduating physics student who exemplifies David’s spirit: the personal integrity, the infectious enthusiasm, and the strength to chart his or her own course
Sarah Solares—Lawrence R. Harvill Award, presented to the outstanding senior in computer science
Ashley Somers—Sigma Alpha Iota Scholastic Award, presented to a music major from the University’s chapter for the highest cumulative grade point average
Megan Susuico-Scott—School of Music Graduate Student Service Award, awarded to the student who has contributed the most to the music program during his or her two-year residence
Sarah Taquet—Outstanding Scholar in Global Business Award, voted by the faculty as possessing the highest demonstrated academic excellence with complex materials, languages and/or double majors
Patricia Van Deursen—Excellence in Management Award, presented to one or more graduating seniors to recognize academic excellence in the integration of the B.A. in management with the required second major
Maria Ximena Vasquez—Outstanding Student Award in Spanish, presented to a senior who has shown exceptional scholarship, exemplary dedication, commitment, and service in the area of Spanish
Sofia Vivanco—Portia Cornell Elementary Math Education Award, presented to a senior who shows great promise as a teacher of elementary school mathematics
Jacob White—School of Music Performance Award, presented to the most outstanding graduating student performer in the School of Music
Megan Wilensky—Dr. Emily Culpepper Award, presented to a student who has achieved outstanding work in women, gender, and sexuality studies by demonstrating the integral connection of academics and activism in our interdisciplinary field
Rachel Wilkin—Taylor Family Community Service Award, presented to a student who has made service a constant in his or her life; recipients embrace the spirit and art of service through involvement in civic duties such as fundraising and volunteering, and serving as a steward of initiatives and causes that advance the wellbeing and welfare of others
School of Business
Tyrone J. Aburto—Gordon C. Atkins Memorial Scholarship, recognizes School of Business graduates for their academic achievement and program participation
Jennifer A. Bassford—Center for Spatial Business Undergraduate Excellence Award, for outstanding course projects submitted by School of Business undergraduates enrolled in the GIS [Geographic Information Systems] for Business course
Kelly Deleon—Lee Steven Bertrand Military Recognition Award, recognizes active-duty and veteran students who demonstrate determination, resilience, ethical integrity, intellectual rigor, and responsibility to family and community
Nancy Romero Diaz—Kathie Rawding Endowed Scholarship, awarded to a female undergraduate or graduate student of color who strives for success and has demonstrated financial need, and is not receiving tuition from an employer
Alton Edenfield III—Center for Spatial Business Graduate Excellence Award, for outstanding course projects submitted by School of Business graduate students enrolled in the MBA program’s location analytics concentration
Maria F. Patino Gonzalez—Center for Spatial Business Graduate Excellence Award, for outstanding course projects submitted by School of Business graduate students enrolled in the MBA program’s location analytics concentration
Andrea A. Hanna-Price—Banta Community Service Award, presented to students who demonstrate a commitment to their communities through philanthropic, volunteer, and/or service activities
Ricardo Haro—Williamina Davidson, Evelyn Reamer Matich ’51, and Catherine Matich ’49 Endowed Scholarship, awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student, who is an Inland Empire resident, has a 3.75 cumulative GPA, has completed 18 units and is currently on financial aid
Alexander Irigoyen—Center for Spatial Business Graduate Excellence Award, for outstanding course projects submitted by School of Business graduate students enrolled in the MBA program’s location analytics concentration
Timothy M. Kinman—Alice Mozley Endowed Scholarship, recognizes an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in the School of Business
Nora C. Munoz—Banta Walker Ethics Award, tuition remission offered to students for demonstrating an understanding of the importance of ethics and corporate responsibility by submitting a written essay, research paper, or case study addressing an ethical problem, issue or accomplishment within a business or industry
Pierina D. Saldonid—Banta Walker Ethics Award, tuition remission offered to students for demonstrating an understanding of the importance of ethics and corporate responsibility by submitting a written essay, research paper, or case study addressing an ethical problem, issue or accomplishment within a business or industry
School of Education
Hear the School of Education award winners’ advice in this video.
Hailey Aguirre—Alpha Delta Kappa Outstanding Student Award, presented annually to an outstanding graduating master’s or doctoral student in the Department of Leadership and Higher Education that demonstrates a strong commitment to education
Sharon Awad—Alpha Delta Kappa Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Kristin Brooks—Outstanding Doctoral Student Award, presented annually to a doctoral candidate in the Department of Leadership and Higher Education Ed.D. program who excels in coursework and research, understands all aspects of educational justice, and shows great promise for a career in education
Brianna Gheorghe—Outstanding Curriculum & Instruction Graduate Student Award, presented annually to a master’s candidate in the Curriculum and Instruction program who excels in the academic requirements of the program, emerges as a leader in their cohort group, and is deeply committed to the teaching profession
Veronica Guzman—Outstanding Higher Education Graduate Student Award, presented annually to a master’s candidate in the Higher Education program who excels in coursework and research, understands all aspects of higher education, and shows great promise for a career in higher education
Taylor Harris—Outstanding Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Student Award, presented annually to a master’s candidate in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program who excels in coursework and research, understands all aspects of clinical mental health, and shows great promise for a career in the field
Paloma Hinojosa—Gordon C. Atkins Award, presented to a master’s degree candidate who exemplifies U of R Whitehead College Provost Gordon Atkins’ high standards and lifelong commitment to expanding higher education opportunities for all students, regardless of age
Tania Hurtado—Dorothy D. Arthur Endowed Scholarship, presented to a fifth-year Preliminary Teacher Credential candidate involved in student teaching, with the potential to become an outstanding classroom teacher and commitment to education as a profession
Maria Isiordia—Lois Fair Wilson Endowed Education Scholarship, presented to fifth-year Preliminary Teacher Credential candidates involved in student teaching experiences, with the potential to become outstanding classroom teachers
Breeana Lozano—Stanley Combs Secondary Teaching Award, presented annually to a post-baccalaureate candidate in a single subject teacher credential program who best exemplifies the moral and spiritual qualities, poise, humility, and professional attitude characteristic of a good teacher
Serena Marquez—Nelson W. Burdett Endowed Graduate Scholarship, presented annually to an undergraduate or post-baccalaureate preliminary or secondary Teacher Credential candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to education and the potential to become an outstanding educator
Lynn McCaffrey—Outstanding Counseling Graduate Student Award, presented annually to a master’s candidate in counseling who demonstrates exemplary performance in coursework, fieldwork, and overall scholarship, and who shows tremendous promise of contributing to the counseling profession as evidenced by exceptional leadership, effective collaboration, and a strong commitment to advocacy
Jessica Torres—Cahill Family Endowed Scholarship, presented annually to a full-time College of Arts and Sciences student of senior standing pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in liberal studies who has been accepted into the School of Education for the Master’s in Learning & Teaching program and best exemplifies an aptitude to succeed in an education career
Naoje Williams—Dorothy Inghram Endowed Education Scholarship, presented to a student in the Department of Counseling and Human Services with a passion for educational justice
Brandon Williamson—Outstanding Educational Administration Graduate Student Award, presented annually to a master’s candidate in the Educational Administration program who excels in coursework, fieldwork, and research and shows great promise as a future administrator who will positively impact students
Honor societies and groups
Mortar Board (scholarship, leadership, service)
Brandyn Alvarez
Bryn Anderson
Aiden Bazzal
Bria Bowton
Jared Cellini
Olivia Craven
Christian Curry
SaVanna DeLongchamp
Kelsee Deroos
Noelle Dillman
Brittany Dinkins
Mackenzie Dougan
Anna Duvall
Madeline Gibson
Alexandra Glick
Angie Hernandez
Melissa Johnson
Madison Kalvert
Ava Klein
Benjamin Lachelt
Jacqueline Lacy
Katryna Lopez
Brianna Loughridge
Sumner Macpherson
Jacob Miner
Kealoha Minton
Grace Norman
Matthew Rafeedie
Michaela Rappa
Nolan Ridgeway-Lester
Amanda Siefert
Kestra Thompson
Regina Turiace
Chloe Whitworth
Omicron Delta Epsilon (economics)
Cody Blanford
Dylan Carlyle
Skye Cote
Christian Curry
Alberto Okawa Filho
Dang Nguyen
Ajit Parmer
Nicholas Ryseff
Amanda Siefert
Matthew Skinner
Sarah Solares
Samuel Wysong
Omicron Delta Kappa (leadership)
Bryn Anderson
Kelly Bradshaw
Wren Brady
Christina Casey
Savannah Casey
Jared Cellini
Brittany Dinkins
Jeena Epperson
Kate Fox
Alexandra Glick
Courtney Gray
Melissa Johnson
Katrya Lopez
Amy Markowicz
Marco Medina
Sofia Olsson
Felicia Padilla
Ayetzy Presa
Eric Ramirez
Michaela Rappa
Julia Severson
Amanda Siefert
Madison Spitzer
Charleston Walter
Chloe Whitworth
Order of Omega (Greek letter leadership)
Robert Case
Brittany Dinkins
Kate Fox
Madeline Gibson
Brianna Loughridge
Mackenzie Murphy
Elisabeth-ann Plaza
Michaela Rappa
Charleston Walter
Phi Alpha Theta Seniors (history)
Brandyn Alvarez
Blue Andrade
Molly Lindsay
Marina Mondot
Ayetzy Presa
Phi Beta Kappa (liberal arts and sciences)
Dawit Aklilu
Brandyn Alvarez
Bryn Anderson
Gilberto Barba
Bria Bowton
Mary Bridges
Olivia Craven
Noelle Dillman
Brittany Dinkins
MacKenzie Dougan
Jeena Epperson
Drew Garbe
Dallas Garcia
Alexandra Glick
Kimberly Jimenez
Anna Klein
David Kobylka
Molly Lindsay
Marina Mondot
Sofia Olsson
Peyton Pfeiffer
Grace Pollard
Kylie Quenga
Jonathan Ruhlman
Jaci Sanchez
Kristen Sauceda
Margaret Sherline
Hannah Shimizu
Amanda Siefert
Sharon Tso
Anna Walton
Jordan Washecheck
Sydney Wells
Chloe Whitworth
Catharine Wills
Skyla Wilson
Anastasia Wright
Phi Sigma (biology)
Olivia Beck
Aditi Bhatnagar
Bria Bowton
Carson Brett
Christina Casey
Jessica Fields
Alexandra Glick
Gabriella Gould
Ryan Hallal
Katryna Lopez
Steve VanGrouw
María Paula Cevallos Crespo
Margaret Eronimous
Kelsie Harris
David Hernandez
Jonathan Kretchmer
Connor Licharz
Kristine Llanderal
Janay Maisano
Luis Martinez
Isaac Morrow-Buchanan
Terrence Perrier
Ana Rangel
Megan Susuico-Scott
Jacob White
Kelsi Williams
Pi Mu Epsilon (math)
Maxwell Auerbach
Emily Caldwell
Jake Hunter
Madeline Huston
Andrew Isaac
Maya Klaib
Reece Koe
John Pease
Peyton Pfeiffer
Samuel Silva
Pi Sigma Alpha (political science)
Victoria Brewster
Brittany Dinkins
MacKenzie Dougan
Drew Garbe
Christine Hysell
Kayla Jones
David Kobylka
Alyssa Lewis
Joey Mendoza
Matthew Rafeedie
Kristen Sauceda
Proudian Scholars (interdisciplinary studies)
Brandyn Alvarez
María Paula Cevallos Crespo
Margaret Eronimous
Drew Garbe
Giselle Martinez
Maxine Mchunguzi
Kristen Sauceda
Margaret Sherline
Hannah Shimizu
Tracie Spann
Sharon Tso
Anastasia Wright
Psi Chi (psychology)
Tracie Amerson
Kelly Bradshaw
Tess Bray
Mary Bridges
Alyssa Cortinas
Michelle Fomin
Kate Fox
Alyssa Haney
Angie Hernandez
Bria Kates
Ashley King
Tianna Lee
Eric Ramirez
Brooke Stoddard
Regina Turiace
Charleston Walter
Anastasia Wright
Scholar-Athletes (students who have lettered in at least one varsity sport and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above during the academic year)
Brandyn Alvarez
Bryn Anderson
Bria Bowton
Victoria Brewster
Dylan Carlyle
Brittany Dinkins
Benjamin Fortuin
Kathryn Gonzalez
Courtney A. Gray
Julia Hagenbaumer
Bryce Hurick
Kyle Jackson
Melissa Johnson
Carter Kerwin
Chyenne Kimble
Eric Kump
Mitchell Nickovich
Hunter L. Olivier
Sofia Olsson
Sadie Pickering
Blake Roy
Jaci Sanchez
Sarah Shipway
Matt Skinner
Karli Stichter
Samantha Tafoya
Steve Van Grouw
Carly Veasy
Charleston Walter
Skyla Wilson
Joey Wozniak
Sigma Delta Pi (Hispanic)
Laura Ann D’Esposito
Melanie Sanchez
María-Ximena Vásquez
Sigma Iota Rho (international studies)
Laura D’Esposito
Alex Hyland
Grace Pollard
Sigma Tau Delta (English)
Gilberto Barba
Jonathan Ruhlman
Theta Alpha Kappa (religious studies)
Jeena Epperson
Drew Garbe
Dallas Garcia
Emma Konugres
Iriana Reyes-Corral
Catherine Wills
Do you have suggestions for someone who should appear in the next Kudos Corner? Let us know at bulldogblog@redlands.edu! Faculty awards will be included in the next Kudos Corner blog.
