Boisfeuillet Jones Medals
The Boisfeuillet Jones Medals were established, designed, and initially endowed by D.V.S. Senior Society to honor this D.V.S. alumnus, one of Emory’s most prominent and distinguished graduates. Representing what was special and unique about Jones, recipients are selected for their good citizenship, outstanding leadership, devoted service to Emory and the community, academic performance, and potential to become a “change agent” in their chosen profession and society at large.
Knights of Emory Spirit Awards
These awards recognize outstanding students, faculty, and staff who are unsung heroes/ heroines. Those selected for this honor have made great contributions to the university and promote Emory spirit with passion and selflessness.
Brit Katz Senior Appreciation Award
Honored for his devotion to students and for serving as role model, leader, and friend, director of residence life R. Britton Katz was recognized at the first Class Day celebration in 2003. The Brit Katz Award, a wooden bowl, is presented to an administrator or staff member selected by seniors who has served as role model and friend to the senior class, who has participated in the Emory community beyond their professional duty, and who is deemed worthy of special recognition. The award is sponsored by the Ducemus Senior Society.
Tyler James Williams
Tyler James Williams is the 2023 Golden Globe Winner for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical, Comedy or Drama for his role of Gregory Eddie in the hit award-winning series Abbott Elementary. He can also be seen recurring in the sketch comedy History of the World: Part II and in several films including the critically acclaimed film The United States vs. Billie Holiday. Prior to his role in Abbott Elementary, he starred in Whiskey Cavalier along with recurring roles in Ballers and The Walking Dead. Most notably, Tyler was discovered at the age of 5 and cast in Chris Rock’s Everybody Hates Chris, which he starred in for four seasons. Outside of acting, Williams is a talented musician, songwriter, and producer with songs available on iTunes. Born in Harlem and raised in Yonkers, Williams lives between New York and Los Angeles.