DEPAUW UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC AWARDS
CONVOCATION
Kresge Auditorium
Green Center for the Performing Arts
Monday, April 26, 2010
8:00 p.m.
Opening Remarks ................................................. Dr. Pedar W. Foss, Dean of Academic Life
Introduction of Speaker ............................ Dr. Dana A. Dudle, Associate Professor of Biology
Address .............................................................................................Laura Stevens, DePauw, ’07
Laura Stevens graduated from DePauw in 2007. She majored in Biology and Spanish and minored in
Latin American and Caribbean Studies, completed the Science Research Fellows and Honor Scholar
programs, studied abroad in Ecuador and Argentina, and was involved with the Compton Center for
Peace and Justice and the DePauw Progressive Network. She was awarded the Laurel H. and Esther
L. Turk Spanish Scholarship in 2005, the Truman G. Yuncker Endowed Merit Scholarship and the Turk
Spanish Scholarship in 2006, and the Albert Reynolds Outstanding Senior in Biology Award and the
Theodore Englehart Scholarship in 2007. She was also elected to the Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Delta
Pi honorary societies. Since her graduation from DePauw, Laura has been a human rights observer in
Ecuador, a union organizer in Iowa, and, most recently, a field organizer for the Green Corps, for
which she launched the Sierra Club “Campuses Beyond Coal” campaign at the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Announcement of Awards ...................................... Dr. Pedar W. Foss, Dean of Academic Life
Dr. Scott C. Spiegelberg, Associate Professor of Music
Dr. Deborah R. Geis, Associate Professor of English
Maryann E. Gallagher, Instructor of Political Science
Dr. James H. Benedix, Professor of Biology
Walker Cup .................................................................................. Dr. Brian W. Casey, President
A Toast to DePauw ............................................ Gabriel Crouch, Assistant Professor of Music
Michael W. Conley, DePauw ’13
Refreshments will be served in the Green Center Atrium following the convocation.
PHI BETA KAPPA
Senior Initiates 2010
Sarah G. Baker
Luke C. Beasley
Ian S. Boyd
Adam E. Brok
Angela S. Brouse
Nicole C. Craker
Daphne A. Crane
Alexander E. Fitch
Kyle T. Foster
Gregory P. Giometti
Elizabeth B. Guess
Darrin P. Hinkel
Ann Marie Hostetter
Alyssa A. Jewell
Nicholas E. Kennedy
Nicholas W. Laird
Mary Ann R. Lesch
Tia M. Malcom
Erica L. Martin
Timothy J. Martin
Lindsay M. Merwin
Amanda N. Meyer
Kathleen F. Mittendorf
Daryl J. Mowrey
Elinora R. Owen-Fardig
Paige E. Penrod
Jennifer G. Plymate
Michael W. Ratliff
Amy Y. Sato
Peter E. Schamber
Emily C. Schulte
Penka D. Shopova
Danielle M. Shover
Alex C. Troxel
Shelby D. Vorndran
Junior Initiates 2010
Rahul D. Abhyankar
Matthew T.K. Brauer
Paul H. Elliott
Gretchen M. Kasting
Rebecca G. Maddrell
Tanner M. Miller
Jori E. Moss
Julia K. Rohm-Ensing
Ryne K. Weppler
Class of 2010 Members
Braca Benizry
Rebecca A. Dray
Amanda C. Fisher
Eric M. Freshour
Hannah L. Harp
Danielle R. Jaegers
Elizabeth A. Staton
Phi Beta Kappa, founded in 1776, is the oldest and most respected honorary society in the United
States. The Indiana Alpha Chapter was chartered at DePauw in 1889.
Gertrude and G. D. Crain Foundation Award
Ashlyn M. Archer
Tyler A. Archer
Macy E. Ayers
Jonathan C. Batuello
Morgan B. Burke
Tiffany L. Camhi
Christine E. DiGangi
Leslie G. Gaber
John R. Herrick
Tyler G. James
Alyssa A. Jewell
Ann E. Jonker
Andrew P. Maddocks
Ryan D. Myrehn
Ashley M. Nelson
Keri E. Noll
Michael L. Shropshire, Jr.
Alex R. Turco
Xinyi Wang
Matthew L. Welch
Lauren E. Wesley
Given annually to the students making the most effective use of the facilities provided by the Eugene S.
Pulliam Center for Contemporary Media.
Martha Weddell Nicholson Scholarship ........................................ Michelle N. Whitehead
This award is given to a rising senior interested in the sciences with a high grade point average, and
who is active at DePauw.
Katherine Cox Hoover Scholarship .............................................................. Weston C. Troja
Established by James E. and Katherine Cox Hoover (‘51) to be awarded to a sophomore exhibiting
outstanding character, leadership, and special talents in extra-curricular activities.
D. J. Angus Scientech Educational
Foundation Award ................................................................................... Joshua D. Mitchener
Awarded to a sophomore or junior student in math or science showing the greatest GPA improvement
from the previous year.
Stuart D. and Jane P. Watson Delta Tau Delta Award
................................. Jonathan T. Lambert
................................. Robert W. Smith, IV
...............................Graham A. Wilkerson
Provides annual awards to the members of Delta Tau Delta fraternity who have the highest grade point
average.
Joan Westmen Battey Kappa Alpha Theta Scholarship ..................... Samantha A. Wong
The Joan Westmen Battey Scholarship is awarded to a student from Kappa Alpha Theta who has the
highest GPA during the fall semester of her sophomore year.
Busey Family Endowed Scholarship.................................................... Christopher J. White
The Busey Family Endowed Scholarship is awarded to an active member of Alpha Tau Omega who is
involved in campus leadership activities and who has earned the highest GPA during the fall semester.
The scholarship was established by John W. Busey ’61 and his two sons, John W. Busey II ’90 and J.
Jay Busey ’93, all DePauw ATO alumni.
R. Stanley Lawton, Jr. Prize........................................................................ Melissa J. Buckley
......................................Nicholas W. Laird
.............................................. Kelsey A. Lee
......................................... Mary H. Nolden
This award was established in memory of R. Stanley Lawton, Jr. ‘36 with gifts from the law firm of Ice
Miller and Mrs. R. Stanley Lawton, Jr. Recipient shall have expressed and evidenced an interest in
attending law school after graduation and demonstrated potential for high achievement in law school
and in the practice of law as a profession thereafter.
Randal L. Wilson Memorial Union Board Award ............................... Naiquan D. Greene
Awarded to a junior for outstanding contribution to campus life. Parents of Randal L. Wilson
established this award in 1966 in memory of their son who had been president of the Union Board.
I. Nelle Barnhart Award ............................................................................. Courtney R. Knies
Given in honor of I. Nelle Barnhart, Associate Dean of Students at DePauw from 1949-1979. The
award goes to a graduating senior who has made outstanding contributions to the co-curricular life of
the student body in support of the academic mission of the University.
Alice G. Ross Senior Memorial Award .......................................................Jeanette L. Jones
........................................ Megan D. Soultz
This award goes to an outstanding senior woman from Indiana. The award is in memory of George A.
Ross’ mother, a housemother at Kappa Alpha Theta.
Ethics Bowl Team........................................................................ Hallie M. Moberg (Captain)
(Central States Regional Ethics Bowl
.....................................Brittney S. Belcher
at Marion University, November 2009
..........................................Scott H. Conner
th
Tied for 7 place
.................................. Robert W. Steele, Jr.
.............................. Benjamin A. Sweeney
The Ethics Bowl is a national competition in which teams of 3-5 students debate complex and puzzling
moral questions that may deal with personal, professional or social and political ethics. Teams are
judged mainly on the clarity and cogency of their arguments and the effectiveness of their responses to
the opposing team.
Samuel L. Westerman Fellowship for Community Outreach
...................................... Reuben D. Patino
.....................................................Chao Zhu
The Westerman Fellowship for Community Outreach is awarded to one or more students to undertake
service projects in the local community.
ALPHA CHAPTER OF CHI ALPHA SIGMA
Ashlee L. Anton
Laura K. Ardington
Elizabeth A. Attewell
Kristin E. Barrow
Luke C. Beasley
Melissa J. Buckley
Stephen C. Clark
Cassidy S. Enix
Alexander E. Fitch
John A. Hawkins
Eric T. Hawley
Meagan C. Hayes
Madison M. Hoenig
Evan D. Hunter
Alexander B. Johnson
Danielle A. Johnson
Erin M. Kielty
Jonathan T. Lambert
Katherine H. Larson
Courtney N. Lauer
Steven V. Lemasters
Rachel M. MacBeth
Ellen C. Mail
Amanda N. Meyer
Sarah B. Riffle
Joshua W. Schlake
Hunter C. Schouweiler
Julie B. Southworth
Katharine M. Sowar
The Alpha Chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma, the National College Athlete Honor Society, was founded in
May, 1996, by Nick Mourouzis, former Head Football Coach and Professor of Kinesiology from 19812003. To become a member of Chi Alpha Sigma, the student-athlete must have above a 3.4 GPA and
have earned a letter in his or her sport by the junior or senior year.
Men’s Hall Alumni Association Achievement Scholarship
..................................... Taiwo T. Ajumobi
........................................ David S. Hanger
This award recognizes an outstanding sophomore or junior who has contributed significantly to the
quality of life at DePauw University. The winner will have demonstrated or promoted through his or
her campus efforts the principles and ideals memorialized by the Men’s Hall Association.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award ........................................................ Kathryn J. Pfaff
The Presser Foundation and Presser Music Publishing Company recognizes outstanding junior music
students through the Presser Scholarship which is presented annually.
Van Denman Thompson Award ......................................................................... Carl E. Frank
Van Denman Thompson, who taught in the School of Music from 1911-1957, established this award to
be presented to a senior who has achieved excellence in scholarship, musicianship, and
activities.
Performance Certificates .............................................................................. Michael A. Alsop
....................................................................................... Phillip M. Blaine
.................................................................................... Jeremy J. Eberhard
...................................................................................... Amanda C. Fisher
............................................................................................... Carl E. Frank
................................................................................. Ann Marie Hostetter
............................................................................................ Kelly J. Houpt
......................................................................................... Lyndsay L. Moy
....................................................................................... Andrew S. Porter
............................................................................. Andrew C. Richardson
....................................................................................... Sarah C. Wachter
These are awarded by the faculty of the School of Music to seniors who have attained a high degree of
excellence in applied music
Pi Kappa Lambda Music Honorary ............................................................ Phillip M. Blaine
........................................... Victoria S. Googasian
........................................................ Kelly J. Houpt
........................................................... Jorie E. Moss
..................................................... Lyndsay L. Moy
...................................................... Kathryn J. Pfaff
....................................................Lauren A. Taylor
This is the national music honorary society, to which students are inducted on the basis of scholarship
and musicianship.
Leah Curnutt Prize ..........................................................................................Lauren A. Taylor
Established by Mildred Gardner ’47, a School of Music alumna and life-long friend of Professor Leah
Curnutt. The award recognizes outstanding students in the Music Education Program. Dr. Curnutt
taught at DePauw from 1935-1970.
Meghan Parker Memorial Prize ......................................................................Emily A. Smith
Established by her family and friends. It is presented annually to the outstanding vocalist completing
the freshmen year at DePauw University.
Fitzpatrick Opera Award ...................................................................................... Carl E. Frank
This award is presented to the senior who has contributed the most to opera production during his/her
time at DePauw. Dr. Fitzpatrick taught at DePauw from 1963-1991.
Mabel Lucille Sherman Music Award ................................................. Ann Marie Hostetter
Presented to the outstanding pianist(s) in the graduating class.
John and Esther Browning Memorial Scholarship ..................................... Jenna K. Bauer
Awarded to an outstanding pianist or violinist completing the junior year at DePauw.
Music Teachers National Association StAR Award ......................... Ann Marie Hostetter
The Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) recognizes excellence in student achievement.
This award recipient must be an outstanding music student who is graduating and intends to teach in
an independent or collegiate studio. The student is selected on the basis of academic achievement,
successful teaching experience and/or demonstrated leadership abilities.
ARTS AND HUMANITIES
ART
Indiana Artist/Craftsmen
Talbot Street Art Fair Award .................................................................. Christopher A. Neal
Established in honor of Richard Peeler, who taught ceramics at DePaquw from 1958-1972, and
Marjorie Peeler. Awarded to a deserving underclassman toward the purchase of art supplies.
Meehan Memorial Award ........................................................................... Travis J. LaMothe
.................................................................................. Carolyn M. Tubekis
Established in memory of Professor William Meehan who taught at DePauw from 1963-1992 and
given annually to a senior art student who works in traditional mediums in non-traditional ways.
The Fritz Smith Memorial Art Award .............................................................Rita M. Klofta
.................................................................................. Christopher A. Neal
Established in memory of Fritz Smith, a DePauw art student, who died in 1959. The award is given
annually to an undergraduate student whose outstanding painting or drawing is selected for the
University’s permanent collection.
A. Reid Winsey Scholarship .....................................................................Rebecca J. Buening
............................................................................................... Eriya Terada
Awarded annually in honor of A. Reid Winsey (Department Chair 1935-1970) to the outstanding
first-year art student.
Vera May Knauer Farber Award ................................................................Benyatip A. Farris
Established by Vera May Knauer Farber ’36 and is awarded to a rising junior or senior studio art
major, with preference given to one who uses direct observation as a source for imagery.
ASIAN STUDIES
Sharon Hamilton Nolte Prize in Japanese Studies ......................... Stephen M. Fujishige
Established in memory of Sharon Hamilton Nolte (a faculty member in the Department of History
1984-87) and is awarded to a student having a GPA of 3.30 or higher and planning to study at a
Japanese University during his or her undergraduate years.
CHINESE STUDIES
Freeman Chinese Summer Language Scholarship ................................... Mischa A. Serlin
CLASSICAL STUDIES
Watkins Award (Greek) ......................................................................... Elizabeth J. Hoffman
..................................................................................................... Han Peng
(Latin) .............................................................................. Kristen T. Fanning
.............................................................................. Elizabeth A. Staton
Established by Georgia M. Watkins for the advancement of Greek and Latin studies and given annually
to the outstanding beginning Greek and outstanding beginning Latin student.
Outstanding Senior Major ............................................................................. Eric C. Beckman
This award is given annually to a graduating senior major in Classical Civilization, Latin, or Greek
who has achieved outstanding academic success and/or made significant contributions to the
Department during his or her four years at DePauw.
CAMWS Award for Outstanding Accomplishment in Classical Studies
..................................................................................... Ashley R. Ramsey
This award is granted by the Classical Association of the Middle West and South to students
nominated by the Department for outstanding progress in their academic work and/or significant
contributions to the awareness and vitality of the Classics on campus.
American Philological Association (APA) Outstanding Student Award
....................................................................................... Nicolas W. Smith
Eta Sigma Phi
Honorary for the study of Greek and Latin.
Joanna G. Edwards
John R. Glerum
Benjamin R. Hamilton
Jacob J. Meyer
Margaret G. Musgrave
Ashley R. Ramsey
Nicolas W. Smith
Timothy F. West
COMMUNICATION AND THEATRE
Barbara Petty Award ............................................................................. Mackenzie R. Travers
Awarded to the senior who has shown dedication to DePauw Theatre, relative proficiency in an area of
theatrical ability, and has promise of future professional achievement in theatre.
Lambda Pi Eta
Honorary Society for National Communication Association
Ashlee L. Anton
Lynn M. Demos
Tracey L. Dewland
Leslie G. Gaber
Adam M. Gilbert
Jillian D. Harbin
Ann E. Jonker
Kelsey R. Miller
Daryl J. Mowrey
Ashley N. Oliver
Emily M. Riggs
Leanne M. Schaub
Kathleen E. Tangri
Nicole M. Wilmet
Abigail K. Wilson
Stephen Gentry Scholarship ...................................................................... Rhonesha A. Byng
............................................................. Stacie M. Grissom
Awarded to the junior most likely to contribute to the electronic media profession.
Robert O. Weiss Speaker of the Year ........................................................... Aaron B. Dicker
.................................................................. Keelin A. Kelly
Awarded to the member of the Debate Team who has contributed the most to the vitality of the
program, and shows the most promise as a wise, effective, and ethical advocate in the future. Dr. Weiss
taught at DePauw from 1955-1997.
Elizabeth Turnell Award ................................................................................. John R. Herrick
......................................................................................... Alyssa A. Jewell
Awarded to the senior with high academic achievement who contributed most toward broadcasting and
who shows promise of professional achievement in electronic media. Ms. Turnell taught at DePauw
and advised WGRE from 1944-1971.
Margaret Noble Lee Contest in Public Speaking
..................................................... James W. Kirkpatrick, III (first place)
........................................................................ Tyler J. Hess (second place)
...................................................... Samuel T. Holley-Kline (third place)
For success in an extemporaneous speaking contest open to all DePauw students.
Don Campbell Award ..................................................................................... Kevin W. Bunge
................................................................................Trisha G. Himmelein
Awarded to the senior man and woman who contributed most toward theatre while at DePauw selected
by members of Duzer Du, the theatre honorary.
ENGLISH
William G. Schoenhoff Award ......................................................................Rebecca A. Dray
Established in memory of Mr. Schoenoff by his parents, and is given annually to the senior class
member who has most distinguished herself/himself in the study of literature.
Roy and Anna Kennedy Prize in Creative Writing
........................................................ (Fiction) Ka’Lena S. Cuevas
.................................................. (Non-Fiction) Susan J. Diewald
Adam Kennedy ’46 established this award in honor of his parents. It is given annually to the senior
class member who has most distinguished herself/himself in creative writing and who shows great
promise as an artist.
Paul Query Prize in Poetry ...................................................................... Stephanie A. Rivera
Awarded to a senior creative writing major who is an outstanding poet. The award also includes a
special feature section in A Midwestern Review.
Elizabeth B. Powell Award .................................................................. Victoria S. Googasian
Friends and family of Mrs. Powell established this award in 1987 to be given annually to a member of
the junior class who exhibits outstanding ability in the area of written communication and usage of the
English language.
Biggs-Steele College Writing Award .......................................... Maxwell N. Blankenhorn
.......................................................................................Hillary C. Egan
......................................................................................... John T. Fagan
................................................................................... Amanda C. Feller
........................................................................................ Arezoo Nazari
.................................................................................. Jeffrey A. Perkins
................................................................................. Katelyn R. Walker
................................................................................... Trista D. Wyman
Given annually to students in recognition of either “greatest achievement” or “greatest improvement” for
College Writing. Chris Biggs and Kitty Steele taught at DePauw from 1972-2002 and 1958-1996 respectively.
Judith Shakespeare Award ........................................................................... Emily C. Schulte
Awarded to a junior or senior English Literature major exceptionally gifted in literary interpretation.
Chad Kostel Memorial Award ................................................................ Kristen A. Mitchell
Award is given in memory of Chad Kostel, a former student of the Department of English who went on
to a career as a writer and editor. Tthe award will recognize as its primary criterion a commitment to
writing as a profession.
Walker Gilmer Prize .................................................................................. Elizabeth A. Staton
Awarded to a senior who is outstanding in literature honoring Professor Emeritus of English Walker
Gilmer, who taught at DePauw from 1963-1997.
Gilpin Prize in Dramatic Writing ................................................................Brittany D. Cook
.................................................................................. Carolyn M. Tubekis
This prize is awarded to a senior who is outstanding in playwriting or screenwriting.
HISTORY
William Wallace Carson History Scholarships ........................................... Tyler A. Archer
.................................................... Alaina C. Hobbs
......................................................... R. Corey Klee
................................................... Emily H. Smedra
This was established as a gift from Mrs. Samuel H. Swint in 1968. The department awards these
scholarships to academically promising sophomore and junior history majors. Dr. Carson taught at
DePauw from 1916-1953.
Charles and Mary Beard Senior Seminar Prize ...................... Alexander P. Breitinger ‘09
................................................... Tina A. Irvine ‘09
This award was established by an anonymous donor in recognition of an outstanding Senior Seminar
paper from the previous academic year.
Lucien J. Kirkby Scholarship.......................................................................... Tyler A. Archer
Established by David Kirkby in August, 2000, the Kirkby Scholarship is given annually to the
outstanding history junior major for his/her senior year.
Theodore Englehart Scholarship ...............................................................Nicholas W. Laird
Established in honor of Theodore Englehart by his uncle, David B. Englehart, and is awarded to senior
majors in the department of history.
John Dittmer Award .....................................................................................Nicholas W. Laird
This award is given in honor of John Dittmer, Professor Emeritus in American History. The award is
given to the graduating History Major with the highest grade point average within the major.
Phi Alpha Theta
National Honor Society for History
Grace B. Atwater
Lacey M. Berkshire
Luke P. Bretscher
Dayna E. Brownfield
Margaret E. Galasso
Alaina C. Hobbs
Jessica A. Kendziorski
R. Corey Klee
Catherine E. Lerum
Emily H. Smedra
Thomas D. Smith
Andrew P. Spataro
JOURNALISM
The Mary Smith Hamer Journalism Scholarship .............................. Jonathan C. Batuello
This award was established in memory of Hamer ’70 and is given annually to a junior or senior who
has excelled in journalistic endeavors and who demonstrates promise for a career in journalism.
The DeWitt Wallace-Reader’s Digest Print Journalism Award
............................................ Christine E. DiGangi
........................................... Andrew P. Maddocks
Given annually to one or two juniors who have demonstrated a career interest in print journalism.
J. David Hogue ’21 Journalism Scholarship ...................................................Macy E. Ayers
........................................... Rachel A. Cheeseman
...................................................... Leslie G. Gaber
........................................................Tyler G. James
................................................Samuel A. Weigley
Established in memory of the distinguished journalist and editor by Mrs. J. David Hogue (Mildred
Robinson ’21) and Mrs. Harold Corneilsen (Margaret Ellen Hogue ’56). It is given annually to honor
sophomore or junior students for academic and journalistic accomplishments.
MODERN LANGUAGES
Merle Royse Walker Language Award ..................................................... Amanda C. Fisher
Established as a memorial to 1912 DePauw graduate Merle Royse Walker by his family and friends to
recognize the outstanding senior in modern or classical languages.
Modern Languages - French
Pi Delta Phi .............................................................................................. Courtney E. Brimmer
National French Honor Society .............................................................................Kara E. Hartten
.................................................................................... Danielle R. Jaegers
.......................................................................................... Scott B. Kissick
........................................................................................ Alicia K. Yurong
The purpose on DePauw’s campus is to recognize outstanding scholarship in both language and
literature, and to increase students’ knowledge and appreciation for the cultures of the French-speaking
world.
Ralph F. Carl Senior French Award ............................................................... Sarah G. Baker
Given annually to the outstanding senior major with the highest GPA in French. Professor Carl taught
at DePauw from 1947-1948 and 1952-1982.
American Association of Teachers of French ........................................ Danielle R. Jaegers
Excellence in the study of French, an overall high scholastic record, and exceptional commitment to the
study of French by participation in extracurricular activities related to the French language and the
many cultures where it is spoken.
Modern Languages - Spanish
Laurel H. and Esther L. Turk Spanish Scholarship Awards
........................................................................................ Wesley M. Jones
................................................................................ Rebecca G. Maddrell
................................................................................... Matthew A. Norton
.......................................................................................... Kathryn J. Pfaff
............................................................................... Julia K. Rohm-Ensing
Given upon recommendation by the Spanish language faculty to students who have successfully
completed the sophomore year of study and will be continuing as a Spanish language major or as a
major in another discipline with a concentration in the Spanish language. Students are recommended
by the Spanish language faculty on the basis of high academic achievement, demonstrated leadership
skill and/or demonstrated financial need.
Laurel H. and Esther L. Turk Senior Spanish Award ............................. Angela S. Brouse
.........................................................................................Rebecca A. Dray
....................................................................................Mary Ann R. Lesch
...................................................................................Jennifer G. Plymate
This award is given annually to the outstanding senior major with the highest cumulative GPA in
Spanish courses and/or has made significant contributions to the department. Dr. Laurel Turk taught
at DePauw from 1928-1968.
Sigma Delta Pi
National Spanish Honor Society
David S. Barkhausen
Kathryn C. Brown
Emily K. Davidson
Molly K. Heitzman
Sara C. Jaeger
Mary Ann R. Lesch
Kristen A. Mitchell
Lauren A. Pucci
Penka D. Shopova
Alexa K. Tracy
Patrick J. Wagner
Elizabeth B. Guess
Sigma Delta Pi requires high academic standards, promotes understanding of Hispanic culture, and
fosters friendship between Spanish-speaking and English-speaking countries.
Modern Languages - German
G. Hans Grueninger German Award ....................................................... Janice A. Williams
This award was established by friends and former students of Professor Grueninger at his retirement in
1968 to recognize high achievement by students in German studies. Dr. Grueninger taught at DePauw
from 1930-1968.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Theta Alpha Kappa
National Honor Society for Religious Studies/Theology
.............................. Diana M. Edmundson
......................................... Richel L. Geisse
...................................... Kevin D. Hoesley
......................................... James C. Kocher
............................................ Alan K.W. Lee
................................... Rachel M. MacBeth
................................. Christopher J. White
........................................ Sarah M. Wilson
RUSSIAN STUDIES
O. Ralph Raymond Senior Prize in Russian Studies ............................. Amanda C. Fisher
Christopher DuPont Matchett ‘78 established this award in honor of Dr. O.R. Raymond, Professor of
Political Science from 1971-2006, and it will be given annually to recognize superior academic
achievement in Russian Studies.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT
Frank T. Carlton Senior Award ................................................................. Alexander E. Fitch
Awarded to the outstanding senior major in Economics in honor of Frank T. Carlton, who taught at
DePauw from 1919-1927.
Randal L. Wilson Senior Award ............................................................... Elizabeth A. Cozzi
Randal L. Wilson Junior Award .......................................................... Julia K. Rohm-Ensing
......................................................................... Jordan S. Stefanov
Established by the family of Randal L. Wilson, a student at DePauw during the 1960’s.
Wall Street Journal Award ......................................................................Gregory P. Giometti
This award is sponsored by the Wall Street Journal at universities throughout the country, and is given
to honor a student who has shown exceptional achievement in economics. The recipient is awarded a
year’s subscription to the publication.
EDUCATION STUDIES
Dr. Robert H. ’35 and Vera May Farber ’36 Outstanding Senior in Teacher Education
............................................................................. Kyle D. Kenney
Dr. Farber taught and served as Dean at DePauw from 1935-1936 and 1937-1979. This prize is given
to the outstanding graduating senior majoring in Education Studies.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Stephen Charles Sellett Memorial Award ................................................... Keelin A. Kelly
Awarded annually to the outstanding Political Science senior major. Established in 1971 by Dr. and
Mrs. Thomas Sellett in honor of their son, Stephen Charles Sellett, a DePauw graduate who was killed
in action in Vietnam in 1970.
Richard Watson Bunch Memorial Scholarship ....................................Anthony M. Baratta
................................................. Steven K. Worden
Awarded to the outstanding junior Political Science major. Mrs. Richard W. Bunch (Eugenia
Anderson ’29) established the award in honor of her husband.
Pi Sigma Alpha
National Political Science Honor Society
Sara A. Bruhn
Jillian D. Harbin
Kerry A. Hobson
Jacob P. Lane
Emily M. Pence
Sally M. Reasoner
Mary C. Roberson
Ashton M. Simmons
Christine E. Walker
Stephen K. Worden
SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY
Paul C. Glick Award ..................................................................................... Meredith C. Haag
.........................................Jeanette L. Jones
Established by Paul C. Glick, Class of 1933, professor emeritus at Arizona State, past president of the
Population Association of America and for many years Senior Demographer of the U. S. Bureau of
Census. Given annually to a senior who has demonstrated academic excellence in the Sociology and
Anthropology department.
Alpha Kappa Delta
National Sociology Honorary Society
Elisabeth H. Buehler
Alexandra L. Cartwright
David R. Dietz
Marie A. Graw
Camille D. Gray
Meredith C. Haag
Emily G. Halbert
Paige C. Rittgers
Elizabeth A. Roller
Mary Kathryn Tilly
Alexandra E. Walker
Elaine S. Weed
Lambda Alpha
National Collegiate Honors Society for Anthropology
Alexandra L. Cartwright
Bradley A. Hilbrich
Jeanette L. Jones
Ambure C. Kelley
Margaret R. Knight
Meredith G. McGrady
Elizabeth Q. Ratchford
Alexandra E. Walker
Roland Naylor Award ............................................................................ Mackenzie C. Knight
This award was established by Naylor for students interested in conducting field work in
Anthropological Archaeology.
SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
BIOLOGY
Wylie-Condit Science Scholarship .................................................................Sarah E. Barker
......................................................................................... Briana N. White
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Condit to assist promising sophomores or juniors to further
their studies in the natural sciences.
Albert E. Reynolds Outstanding Senior Award ...................................Mary Ann R. Lesch
Awarded to a senior biology major based on the student’s scholarship and research potential.
John C. Frazier Memorial Prize
Botany/Microbiology .................................................................................Mary Ann R. Lesch
Dr. Frazier was a 1925 graduate of DePauw. Awarded to a senior biology major based on the student’s
scholarship and research potential in botany and microbiology.
Truman G. Yuncker Endowed Merit Scholarship ............................... Hannah N. Ramage
............................................................................................. Pooja Rathore
............................................................................. Hunter C. Schouweiler
This award was established for outstanding junior biology majors. Dr. Yuncker taught botany at
DePauw from 1919-1944.
CHEMISTRY and BIOCHEMISTRY
John Ricketts Prize....................................................................................................Ian S. Boyd
This award was established by alumni who were former students of Professor Ricketts, who taught at
DePauw from 1952-1989. This award is given to a student who shows the highest achievement in
physical chemistry.
Donald J. Cook Scholarship........................................................................... Joshua E. Miller
..................................................................................... Amy R. Richmond
The Percy L. Julian family established this scholarship endowment in honor of Dr. Cook, Professor of
Chemistry from 1945-1980, on the occasion of his retirement. Many other admirers of Dr. Cook have
contributed over the years to this endowment. The scholarship awards are to aid gifted students who
major in chemistry and the related sciences.
Percy L. Julian Scholarships ................................................................. Courtney E. Brimmer
..........................................................................................Daniel P. Capes
.............................................................................................. Noe B. Flores
................................................................................... Brian J. Groendyke
These scholars are chosen by the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department to receive scholarships
from an endowment established by the six children (all of whom received degrees from DePauw) of
James Sumner Julian and Elizabeth Lena Adams Julian to honor their parents and an endowment
established by his classmates (‘20) and Mrs. Anna Julian in memory of her husband, Percy Lavon
Julian ‘20. Others have contributed to this endowment, including members of the 50th reunion class
of Sigma Chi Fraternity in June, 2007.
Wylie-Condit Science Scholarship ......................................................... Sarah M. Kortebein
......................................................................................... Elias M. Oziolor
This annual award is given by Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Condit to a sophomore or junior who
shows promise in chemistry.
CRC Press Achievement Award ............................................................... Taiwo T. Ajumobi
Merck Index Award ..................................................................................... Lydia M. Coddens
Division of Analytical Chemistry Award ............................................... Patrick M. Brophy
This award goes to a student showing ability, promise and interest in the area of analytical
chemistry.
ACS Division of Inorganic Chemistry
Undergraduate Award in Inorganic Chemistry ................................ Emily M. Rigsbee ‘09
Phi Lambda Upsilon
Chemistry Honorary Society
Zachary T. Berndsen
Ian S. Boyd
Megan E. Carmony
Darrin P. Hinkel
Heather E. Jeffries
Jessica A. Kendziorski
James C. Kocher
Tia M. Malcom
Amanda N. Meyer
Kathleen F. Mittendorf
Berhanemeskel A. Nida
Paige E. Penrod
Kevin N. Pereira
Kayla M. Smith
Kelly C. Summers
M. Kathryn Summers
Jacob R. Sweeney
Alex C. Troxel
Election to the DePauw-Wabash Chapter of Phi Lambda Upsilon is based on superior academic
performance and the expectation of future achievement in the profession.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Robert J. Thomas Outstanding Computer
Science Senior .............................................................................................. Danielle R. Jaegers
..................................................................................................Peter E. Schamber
This award is given to an academically excellent Computer Science major carefully selected by all
members of the Computer Science faculty. Dr. Thomas taught at DePauw from 1958-1991.
Wylie-Condit Scholarship .................................................................................. Paul H. Elliott
............................................................................................................ Pucong Han
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Condit to assist promising sophomores or juniors to
further their studies in computer science.
Outstanding Service to the Computer Science Department
.......................................................................................... Maria I. Schwartzman
The Outstanding Service award is given to a Computer Science major who contributes exceptional
service to one of our departmental programs.
GEOSCIENCES
Wylie-Condit Science Scholarships .........................................................Melissa L. Penfold
.......................................................................Katherine H. Welch
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Condit to assist promising sophomores or juniors to
further their studies in the fields of science and mathematics.
Hugh Richard Gault Memorial Fund............................................................ Alex S. Lopatka
The scholarship was set up by his wife, Arrabella B. Gault, when she died. Dr. Gault graduated
from DePauw in 1936. A Rector Scholar at DePauw, Dr. Gault was active in science, civic, and
school affairs.
E. R. “Rock” Smith Award ..........................................................................Margaret B. Baber
.......................................................................... Andrew M. Krein
Ernest “Rock” Smith was head of the Department of Geology from 1921 until 1947. He retired to
Ithaca, New York and served as president of the Paleoanthropological Research Institute until his
death in 1952. In recognition of his excellence and dedication as a teacher, his former students
established this scholarship fund in his honor.
Charles L. Bieber Memorial Scholarship Fund ............................................. Jessica E. Fenn
.......................................................................... Julia M. Mathews
..................................................................... Natalie M. Mathews
This fund was established by Professor Bieber, who served as department chair from 1947-1965.
HEALTH SCIENCES
Joseph F. Gillespie Fellowship .............................................................................. Ian S. Boyd
......................................................................... Heather E. Jeffries
........................................................................Mary Ann R. Lesch
.............................................................................. Paige E. Penrod
Awarded to an outstanding senior health science student to help defray the expense of
graduate/professional school.
MATHEMATICS
H.E.H. Greenleaf Award ............................................................................... Kristin E. Barrow
................................................. Alexander E. Fitch
.............................................................. Zimu Yang
This is funded in memory of Herrick Greenleaf, who taught at DePauw from 1921-1960, and is
awarded to students showing distinction in mathematics.
Association for Women in Mathematics
Lois N. Aryee
Elizabeth A. Attewell
Kristin E. Barrow
Shelby L. Bridges
Claire E. Hollis
Whitehead
Christine A. Hunt
Courtney N. Lauer
Yuyi Liu
Kristen L. McMahon
Allison M. Mousel
Hailee M. Newton
Kathleen A. O’Connor
Kaley E. Robbins
Mengfei Shao
Michelle N.
The Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) is a non-profit organization founded in 1971.
AWM’s main goal is to encourage women in the mathematical sciences. AWM currently has more
than 4100 members (women and men) representing a broad spectrum of the mathematical
community – from the United States and around the world.
PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
O. H. Smith Scholarship ................................................................................ Avery M. Archer
This award was established by friends and former students of O. H. Smith, who taught at DePauw
from 1925-1952. It is awarded annually to one or more junior/senior physics majors who have
demonstrated exceptional ability and potential.
Wylie-Condit Science Scholarship ............................................................Jonathan D. Cripe
...............................................................Ruizhe Ma
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Condit to assist promising sophomores or juniors to
further their studies in the fields of science and mathematics.
Austin D. Sprague Award ................................................................. Michelle N. Whitehead
Established by Austin Sprague, Professor of Physics from 1946-1971, and is awarded to a full-time
junior or senior physics major.
Sigma Pi Sigma....................................................................................... Elizabeth A. Attewell
National Physics Honor Society
...................................................Corey B. Baldwin
..................................................Jonathan D. Cripe
........................................... Alexander B. Johnson
...............................................................Yujiao Qin
......................................... Steven M. Schleibaum
............................................... Ashwin A. Upasani
PSYCHOLOGY
Rex Rector Service Award ........................................................ Kelly E. Garringer-MacCabe
............................................................................ Meher R. Makda
Given in memory of a former member of the psychology department to senior psychology majors who
have shown outstanding achievement in the area of human service. Dr. Rector taught at DePauw
from 1957-1980.
Senior Thesis Seminar Award
.............................................................................. Lauren A. Pucci
................................................................................Faith A. Zabek
“No Glove, No Love: An intervention Promoting Safe Sex for
College Women on Spring Break”
............................................................................. Sabrina N. Long
........................................................................ Whitney K. Woods
“The Effects of Ovulatory Status, Threat Type, and Rival Facial
Attractiveness on Distress in Women”
................................................................. Katherine A. Cosgrove
.................................................................................... Amy Y. Sato
“The Effects of Prior Knowledge on the Perception of
Attractiveness for Faces and Voices”
Awarded to senior psychology majors for outstanding performance on senior research projects and
senior theses.
Kenneth S. Wagoner Research Award ............................................................Neil A. Wright
Given in honor of an outstanding researcher and scholar, this award goes to senior psychology
majors who have shown the highest research potential and dedication to experimentation as the
surest road to an expanding and dependable structure of knowledge. Dr. Wagner taught at DePauw
from 1946-1977.
Theodore Englehart Scholarship ......................................................................... Amy Y. Sato
Established in honor of Theodore Englehart by his uncle, David B. Englehart, and is awarded to
senior majors in the department of psychology.
Psi Chi
National Honor Society for Psychology
Brittany M. Brand
Elizabeth L. Cummings
Ingrid C. Elias
Rachel L. German
Laura J. Hedrick
Amtul-Nasir Iddrisu
Alyssa A. Jewell
Tiamo Katsonga-Phiri
Heidi N. Keiser
Jane M.J. Lim
Amanda R. Miller
Daryl J. Mowrey
Elizabeth F. Palmer
Katherine A. Satterfield
Lauren B. Smith
Mara J. Weber
HONORS PROGRAMS
HONOR SCHOLAR PROGRAM
2009–2010 Honor Scholar Program Senior Theses
Elizabeth A. Cozzi.....................................An Economic Analysis of Title I of the Genetic
Nondiscrimination Act of 2008
Nicole C. Craker ................... Diagnosing Decisions: An Examination of Medical Career
Choices and Their Effects on the Health Care System
Mary A. Howard...................Woolf, Narrative Space and Female Writers: The Different
Implications on Female Passion Described Between the
Brontёs’ and Jane Austen’s Use of Gendered and
Class-Divided Narrative Spaces
Kelsey A. Lee .......................... Androcentrism in Modern American English: Reforming
“the Opressor’s Language”
Daryl J. Mowrey ................................. The Economic Influence on Ancient Israelite Law:
How Transactions Shape a Society’s Identity
Amy Y. Sato .................................. The Effects of Gdf8 and Activin A on Muscle Atrophy
Andrea M. Stathopoulos ..............Living on Autopilot: How Your Brain Thinks for You
Shelby D. Vorndran .............................. LENS: Alternative Realities Including Our Own
Dr. Irving Serlin Award......................................................................................... Amy Y. Sato
This award is given to the graduating senior in the Honor Scholar Program who best exemplifies the
ideals of an Honor Scholar, and has demonstrated intellectual curiosity in his/her Honor Scholar
classes.
Theodore Englehart Scholarship ....................................................................... Kelsey A. Lee
.......................... Andrea M. Stathopoulos
Established in honor of Theodore Englehart by his uncle, David B. Englehart, and is awarded to
senior majors in the Honor Scholar Program.
2009-2010 MANAGEMENT FELLOWS PROGRAM GRADUATES
Caroline E. Baker
David S. Barkhausen
Brendan R. Belz
Brittany D. Cook
Kaitlyn M. Davitt
Gerry R. Dick
Austin W. Eiler
Alexander E. Fitch
Eric M. Freshour
Gregory P. Giometti
Jordan C. Havercamp
Evan D. Hunter
Nicholas E. Kennedy
Todd W. Kuper
Nicholas W. Laird
Brian K. Lawless
Jonathon D. Leyh
Timothy J. Nicholson
Penka D. Shopova
Elizabeth H. Stannard
Marshall C. Weadick
2009-2010 MEDIA FELLOWS PROGRAM GRADUATES
Jonathan C. Batuello
Luke C. Beasley
Alyssa A. Jewell
Danielle A. Johnson
Emily A. Jung
Erica L. Martin
Lindsay M. Merwin
Elinora R. Owen-Fardig
Jennifer G. Plymate
Michael W. Ratliff
Danielle M. Shover
Benjamin C. Solomon
Elizabeth A. Staton
Alex R. Turco
Lauren E. Weatherall
Lauren E. Wesley
Evan P. Williams
2009-2010 SCIENCE RESEARCH FELLOWS PROGRAM GRADUATES
Kasey M. Aderhold
Daniel K. Bampoh
Ian S. Boyd
Neil T. Fitzharris
Benjamin L. Golden
Jamie A. Grivas
Darrin P. Hinkel
Jessica A. Kendziorski
Tia M. Malcom
Amanda N. Meyer
Kathleen F. Mittendorf
Elizabeth L. Newell
Berhanemeskel A. Nida
Kevin N. Pereira
Andrew S. Porter
Bradley L. Riley
Erica J. Ross
Graham D. Williams
Abel M. Yehdego
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATES PROGRAM (ITAP)
David B. Becker Fellows
Caroline E. Baker
Brendan R. Belz
Kevin W. Bunge
Jamie A. Grivas
Ashley M. Myers
Peter E. Schamber
Pamela S. Selle ‘09
Andrea M. Stathopoulos
Rebecca L. Trowbridge
Graham D. Williams
This award is given by David B. Becker’75 to 10 upperclass ITAP Associates who have
demonstrated significant achievement in on-campus and off-campus internship opportunities. A
Becker Fellow has assumed a leadership role within ITAP and is recognized for the ability to link oncampus training with real-world IT experience.
National Fellowships and Scholarships
J. William Fulbright Fellowship Applicants
Monica Avalos
Nicole C. Craker
Daphne A. Crane
Maddison A. Hamil ’08
Molly K. Heitzman
Bradley A. Hilbrich
Mary A. Howard
Jeanette L. Jones
Susanne C. Kerekes ’07
Scott B. Kissick
Timothy J. Martin
John C. McIlwraith
Kristen A. Mitchell
Daniel D. Sanchez
Pamela S. Selle
Danielle M. Shover
Elizabeth H. Stannard
Darren S. Viegas
Walker Cup Finalists
Nicole “Nikki” Craker
Nikki Craker is a Biology major from Cleveland, Ohio. She is a member of the Honor
Scholar Program and completed a senior thesis which evaluated projected deficits in
primary care and general surgery as a result of the career decisions made by medical
students. As the Student Body President, Nikki led the four governing bodies of DePauw
Student Government, worked with the Student Life and Academic Atmosphere
Committee, collaborated with the Campus Planning Committee, and entered into many
complex and invigorating discussions with students, faculty, and staff to creatively
envision the future of DePauw. She has also been very passionately committed to
DePauw’s First-Year Experience program for three years, both as a Mentor and a Peer
Mentor. After graduation, Nikki plans to attend medical school in the hopes of serving her
community, advocating for public heath, and influencing policy as a leader in the medical
community.
Aurora Flores
Aurora Flores was born in Nicaragua, raised in Chicago, Illinois and came to DePauw as a
member of Chicago Posse VI. She is an Anthropology and Spanish double major with a
minor in Latin American and Caribbean Studies. On campus she has dedicated her time to
two major organizations, the Committee for Latino Concerns and Kappa Alpha Theta.
Aurora served on the executive boards of both organizations as the President of the
Committee for Latino Concerns and the Vice President of Development for Kappa Alpha
Theta. During her senior year, she served as a Presidential Ambassador for the Office of the
President. Outside of DePauw, Aurora has been actively involved with the NASPA
Undergraduate Fellows Program where she has been able to explore the field of higher
education and student affairs. After graduation, she plans on completing a year of service
with AmeriCorps and pursuing her masters degree in higher education to eventually work
with bridge programs designed to increase Latino student access to higher education.
Kevin “Canada” McLoughlin
Kevin McLoughlin is an international student from Toronto, Canada and is double
majoring in Philosophy and French. Last year, Kevin and a group of fellow students
founded Climb for a Cure, a non-profit corporation that furthers research for the treatment
of paediatric brain cancer, the disease that took the life of his seven-year-old sister. This
past Winter Term, he led a group of DePauw students to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro in
a fundraising effort that attracted considerable regional media coverage and grossed over
$15,000. Kevin is also a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity and served as the President as
well as the Scholarship Chair and Social Chair. In 2009, Kevin received the Order of Omega
“Chapter President of the Year Award.” Kevin has also been a member of the DePauw
University men’s tennis team for four years. After graduation, Kevin plans to stay in
Greencastle to expand Climb for Cure, which will begin undertaking humanitarian projects
in the developing world. It is his hope that Climb for a Cure will offer DePauw students an
unparalleled opportunity to mature into our leaders of tomorrow.