2023 Student Recognition Day program

75TH ANNUAL STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY

April 18, 2023 Frank Arts Center 260 University Drive, Shepherdstown, WV 25443

STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Shepherd University strives to be the gateway to the world of opportunities and ideas. We are committed to helping extend student learning and leadership opportunities beyond the classroom. We encourage our students to embrace the University’s core values, through opportunities that foster, develop and strengthen student leadership.

Welcome Ms. Holly Morgan Frye, Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Community Relations

Recognition of Student Leadership Presented by Ms. Rachael Meads, Director of Student Activities and Leadership, Fraternity and Sorority Life

Recognition of Student Awards Presented by Mr. Jacob Mellow, Dean of Students

Oliver S. Ikenberry Award Presdented by Jane Ikenberry Dorrier, daughter, and Margaret Dorrier Mais, granddaughter, of Dr. Oliver S. Ikenberry

Please join us for a reception immediately following the program.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY

Recognition of Student Leadership STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD The Student Government Association (SGA) of Shepherd University works to establish a more effective and representative student government, to encourage interest and participation in responsible student government, to protect the rights of students, and to initiate, direct and promote student activities designed to enhance the welfare of the entire student body.

Cameron Colwell, President Chrislynne Bard, Vice President William Prudnick, Treasurer Aaron Mathew, Parliamentarian Natalea Johnson, Campus Relations Officer

STUDENT LIFE COUNCIL The Student Life Council (SLC) is responsible for recommending campus-wide student life policies to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the President’s Executive Staff, and other groups that establish policies. Working along with faculty and staff, SLC is responsible for reviewing student handbook policies and registration of student groups as well as supervising many essential campus life committees.

William Prudnick, Chair

Madison Rhine

Fatou Conteh

Michaela Sencindiver

Boluwatife Dogari

Paul Teter

Samantha Fridley

Madison Weatherholtz

Lexi Keeling

Chelsea Wells

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Leadership PROGRAM BOARD A subcommittee of the Student Life Council at Shepherd, Program Board (PB) is made up of student leaders who create a community on campus by sponsoring diverse, inclusive programming to educate, entertain, and engage students. Program Board Executive Leadership Team members develop strong leadership skills and learn how to plan, market, and assess diverse cultural, recreational, educational, and communitybuilding programs.

Mikhaela Barnes

Russell McClanahan

Mary Adeline Bicksler

Leah Owens

Jill Bowman

Oli Pierce

Samantha Fridley

Paul Teter

Susan Harris Lexi Keeling

Asa Thurman Chelsea Wells

Bryce Kirk

Anika Wirt

MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP TEAM SENIORS Multicultural Team Leaders engage the campus community through awareness, advocacy, and action for social change. They have demonstrated their ongoing commitment to social justice, equity, and diversity. By empowering the student voice and promoting programs, awareness, and dialogue across cultures, and between individuals of diverse identities, these leaders have played a key role in efforts to build and sustain an inclusive campus environment based on mutual respect and celebration of difference.

Olamide Adegbamigbe

Boluwatife Dogari

Tina Akondeng-Azise

Mahayana Garcia

Kayla Blake

Valerie Martinez Ramos

Breanna Chambers

Kady Sanogo

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Leadership STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER PEER LEADERS The Shepherd University Peer Success Leaders (PSLs) are students who work with Shepherd University's Student Success Center and want to give back to support their peers. PSLs support students academically and socially through one-on-one meetings by sharing their personal experiences, tips, and strategies from a student perspective. The PSL program began in 2021 and continues to grow! PSLs make a great impact by ensuring students are comfortable, acclimated, and connected during their time at Shepherd.

Ruby Anderson

Skylar Howard

Boluwatife Dogari

Lillian Robbins

Samira Flores

Evan Stambaugh

Samantha Fridley

Dei'Ja Taylor-Mallory

Hattie Hodges

ORIENTATION A-TEAM SUMMER 2022 The A-Team Orientation Peer Leaders are a well-rounded group of Shepherd students who assist with New Student Orientation. The A-Team has the great responsibility of sharing campus knowledge and being one of the first connections that new, transfer, and nontraditional students make on campus. These student leaders work closely with faculty and staff to plan, prepare, and execute all Orientation activities. The A-Team is one of Shepherd University's long-standing traditions as they make an incredible impact on incoming students and their families every year.

Ruby Anderson

Boluwatife Dogari

Mohammed Balassi

Logan Jackson

Kayla Blake

Logan King

Cameron Colwell

Hunter Miller

Lilian Davila

Brooke Moses

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Leadership LEADERSHIP FOR A BETTER WORLD CERTIFICATE Shepherd is committed to developing the next generation of leaders for our campus, community, and world. Shepherd’s Leadership for a Better World program is designed to increase the capacity of students to become effective change agents.

The students below have invested time developing their leadership skills by completing a minimum of nine training workshops and reflections. Through attendance, participation, and reflection on workshops, trainings, and events rooted in the Social Change Model of Leadership, these students have learned how to become stronger leaders and agents for positive social change by developing consciousness of self, others, and our greater society.

In addition to building their professional skills, those who completed the program will receive a certificate and graduation honor cords and their names will be added to a plaque in the Student Center Ram’s Den.

Ethan Baker

Katie Keckler

Sherri Beard

Bryce Kirk

Audrey Elliott

Sam Lake

Samantha Fridley

Eleanor Lepp

Michaela Hersom

Margaret Orlando

The following upperclassmen participated in intensive leadership training and served as peer mentors to new students as part of the Engaged Leaders in Action program during the fall of 2022, earning their Leadership for a Better World certificate.

Olivia Gill

Camryn Monroe

Susan Harris

Andrea Navarrette

Natalea Johnson

Carson Poffenberger

Xia McAfee

Lillian Robbins

Avery McClung

Ira Roberts

Abigail McCoy

Grace Summerbell

Dayton Miller

Ciara Scafide Sydney Witmer

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Leadership ALTERNATIVE SPRING BREAK VOLUNTEERS Alternative Spring Break is an annual initiative for students to engage in a week-long service program. During this year's spring break, the following students traveled to Unicoi, Tennessee to replace a metal roof and paint houses with Appalachia Service Project.

Tina Akondeng Azise

Virgie Moore

Taylor Beam

Kevin Murphy

Madelyn Hearn

Lillian Trotter

RAM PANTRY VOLUNTEERS The Shepherd University Ram Pantry was created with the goal to improve the wellbeing and health of our Shepherd Family by combating food insecurity. The pantry offers food and basic needs to all current Shepherd University students and employees. Volunteers open the pantry and closet then assist students as they FROP (free+ shop) for basic need items. The pantry and closet could not be available without the volunteers. They are essential to the operation.

Gena Boice

Brooklyn Gholston

Dakota DiMarino

Autumn McClung

Gaibrial Doamekpor

Abi Stradley

RAM CLOSET VOLUNTEERS The Ram Closet was originally conceived when the Ram Pantry, a free food pantry for Shepherd students, faculty, and staff, opened. It provides a space for students and employees to shop for free. The volunteers listed below helped open and close the space while assisting shoppers.

Zahra Alegaili Ashley Sinclair

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards Fraternity and Sorority Life at Shepherd (FSL) provides opportunities for students to foster academic excellence, leadership development, philanthropic services, and community engagement. Our ten chapters aim for excellence in all aspects of fraternal life by promoting the core values of service, philanthropy, brotherhood/sisterhood, and leadership. We are very pleased to showcase the accomplishments of these outstanding student leaders.

OUTSTANDING PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION MEMBER Susan Harris, President The Panhellenic Association is the governing body of Shepherd’s social sororities.

For two years Susan Harris has served as Shepherd’s Panhellenic President. She is a senior Environmental Science student and a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority.

In addition to restructuring meetings and making sure Panhellenic is running properly, Susan has directed formal recruitment for social sororities and helps us get involved in really fun sisterhood events such as Galentines Day, Glow Run, and the Panhellenic Week of Fundraising.

OUTSTANDING SHEPHERD FRATERNITY COUNCIL MEMBER Jake Routzhan, President The Shepherd Fraternity Council governs Shepherd’s four social fraternities. Jake is a senior Music major and member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity who will continue to serve as SFC President next fall.

Jake’s willingness to build and improve Greek life on campus shows in the work he does. One of the projects he helped start this year has been the creation of Fraternity Fridays. These are a once a month events that allow members from all SFC chapters to get together and build relationships with members from other chapters. He has also been a major part of defining what SFC stands for and the goals for the future of the organization.

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Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards OUTSTANDING ALL-GREEK COUNCIL MEMBER Olivia Gill The All-Greek Council is the council of Presidents and representatives from all ten of Shepherd’s fraternity and sorority life chapters. This year’s outstanding member is Olivia Gill.

Olivia has not only served as president of Delta Zeta but has been the programming director for the All-Greek Council and took the lead in planning Consent Week, a bystander intervention, and anti-hazing training. She also organized the first diversity, equity and inclusion workshop for Panhellenic chapters to help focus on creating welcoming sisterhoods. She is a role model and universally respected.

GREEK AWARD OF DISTINCTION: SCHOLARSHIP Scholarship is a cornerstone of Shepherd’s fraternity and sorority chapters. This year we are proud to recognize the following students who have achieved the highest academic standard among their peers.

Mary Barker, Alpha Phi Omega

Michal Murphy, Delta Zeta

Emily Lemen, Delta Sigma Pi

Lorie Payne, Sigma Alpha Iota

Abigail McCoy, Delta Sigma Pi

OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER, PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION Camryn Downs, Sigma Sigma Sigma Camryn joined Sigma Sigma Sigma in the fall. She has been an incredible asset to her chapter and a bright light. As a newly initiated sister she was elected to an executive position as recruitment director which she executed incredibly well.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER, FRATERNITY COUNCIL Mark Dowd, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Mark joined Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia in the fall and immediately wanted to be involved as much as possible. He shows great enthusiasm and volunteers for every opportunity available. He is very serious about his studies, both in the classroom and within the chapter. He has recently been elected into a position for the upcoming year and I know he will do a great job. He inspires everyone, whether they are in his chapter or not, to appreciate brotherhood and friendship.

OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER, PROFESSIONAL FRATERNITIES Jordan Hibberd, Delta Sigma Pi Jordan joined Delta Sigma Pi in Fall 2022 and has already taken on not one, but two executive positions. As a new member she was very active in the chapter, even though it was not required. She currently serves at the Vice President of Community Service and the Vice President of Alumni Relations. In her leadership roles, she has organized three community service events for our chapter this semester and improved communication with our alumni chapter.

CHAPTER PRESIDENT OF THE YEAR Abigail McCoy, Delta Sigma Pi Fraternity Abigail McCoy is one of the best presidents this chapter has seen. She’s organized and responsible but also funny and makes everyone feel as though they are equal.

She doesn’t allow the role of president to go to her head. Abigail is the hardest worker. She manages three jobs, makes stellar grades, dedicates her time to the Fraternity while maintaining relationships with family and friends. She is the gold standard.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards GREEK AWARD OF DISTINCTION: LEADERSHIP Savannah Garrett, Delta Sigma Pi Savannah is an outstanding individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to her fraternity and the Greek community. She has shown unwavering dedication to the values and ideals of her organization and has worked tirelessly to support and promote the broader goals of DSP. She has done a phenomenal job as the Vice President of Chapter Organization. Whether serving as a mentor to new members or organizing chapter events, she consistently goes above and beyond to support and strengthen the Greek community. Savannah holds herself to a high academic standard and her hard work has paid off.

GREEK MAN OF THE YEAR Paul Teter, Delta Sigma Pi Paul is a very active brother in Delta Sigma Pi and outside of Greek Life. Paul is the Sophomore Class President, a Student Ambassador, a member of the Program Board, and TRiO. In every organization he shows dedication and hard work. As a leader, he has shown excellent communications skills, including the ability to listen actively, express clear ideas, and work collaboratively. He always has a positive attitude, is highly motivated, and able to adapt to change. Throughout his years at Shepherd, he has demonstrated academic excellence and involvement both on campus and in the surrounding community.

GREEK WOMAN OF THE YEAR Susan Harris, Sigma Sigma Sigma Susan has such an amazing presence around campus and always works hard to improve Greek Life. She is incredibly driven, organized, and does everything with grace. She is a role model for strong women who stands up for others and demands respect as a standard of treatment for all. She is hard-working, strong, kind, confident, organized, passionate and so much more.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE CHAPTER OF THE YEAR Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity Each year, a chapter is selected as "Chapter of the Year" based on the achievements of the chapter and its members. Congratulations to Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity! The chapter is a model for academic achievement with a 3.51 cumulative grade point average. Delta Sigma Pi has sponsored multiple educational programs and community service projects as well as participated in a wide variety of campus leadership and community-building programs. As a result, DSP has earned a Gold Standard Chapter of Excellence Award and demonstrated exceptional campus leadership and service.

Congratulations to Abigail McCoy, President, and Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards OUTSTANDING ACCOUNTING CLUB MEMBER Kayla Weller Kayla has served as an active member of the accounting club since the fall of 2019.

She is an accounting major and a business administration major with a concentration in financial planning. She has held the roles of secretary and vicepresident and currently serves as the president of the club. She provides extraordinary leadership to the club during meetings and events. Through her organization and planning skills, Kayla exemplifies what it means to be a leader in an organization.

Award Criteria: Presented to an outstanding senior; must be an active member of club; must have minimum 3.0 in major and overall GPA; must be a graduate of the current calendar year; and be selected by majority vote of active members.

OUTSTANDING TRANSFER STUDENT LEADER Felicia Feely Felicia is a graduating senior Art/Graphic Design major, who has displayed Outstanding Transfer Student Leadership characteristics since transferring to Shepherd from Blue Ridge Community College in 2019. Felicia has been a member of Tau Sigma (an honor society recognizing the academic achievement of transfer students) for two and a half years and has served as the chapter President since August 2022. During her time as a Tau Sigma officer she has helped to increase transfer student visibility, campus involvement, and member participation; outside of school she has worked both on and off campus in art and design and enjoys exploring Shepherdstown. Felicia says, "My experience was a great one! I hope future students enjoy being at Shepherd University and look forward to joining different groups and organizations on campus!"

Award Criteria: The Tau Sigma Honor Society recognizes a Shepherd transfer student who has displayed exemplary leadership qualities, academic excellence, and service to other transfer students and the campus community as a whole.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards OUTSTANDING CATHOLIC RAM Zachary Lathwell Zachary is a candidate for December 2023 graduation who hopes to continue his studies at WVU medical school. He is an active member of Catholic Rams and has been pivotal in the development and growth of the club since its revival this past Fall. He strives to make new members welcome. Zach can be found leading the Men's weekly Bible Study and heard on the club's regular podcast Catholic Coffee in the Morning.

Award Criteria: Award given to a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Campus Ministries (Catholic Rams) that exudes Christ love throughout campus

SELFLESS SERVICE AWARD Brady Bayne Brady is an Environmental studies major with a concentration in aquatic studies.

Brady is the secretary of the Shepherd Environmental Organization and attends all events and is a big helper in event planning. He constantly demonstrates extreme compassion towards his peers and to the environment. Brady is helpful, reliable, supportive, compassionate towards others and the environment, a team player and an overall great person.

Award Criteria: The Selfless Service Award recognizes a particular student that demonstrates extreme compassion towards their peers and to the environment. They provide selfless service towards the organization.

STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY LEADERSHIP AWARD Conner Brown Conner is a St. Maria Goretti High School graduate. He is the son of Courtney and Robert Brown and the brother of Brady Brown. Conner is a Biology Major with a minor in nutrition. While at Shepherd University, Conner has an exceptional grade point average as a McMurran Scholar, 2022-2023 SACC President, and Tau Sigma Member while being a member of the Shepherd University Soccer team.

Award Criteria: Collaboration and leadership, exemplary character and leadership, ethic commitment, sportsmanship, positive attitude and enthusiasm for SAAC and sport on and off the field/court.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards LEADERSHIP IN COMMUNITY SERVICE Olamide Adegbamigbe Ola clearly has a heart of service! This is evident among anyone who meets him. He is a member of the Multicultural Leadership Team as well as a member of Wishmakers on campus. He actively volunteers in the Shepherd Ram Pantry as well as participates in Fall and Spring Into Service initiatives. He is a great role model for younger students because of his dedication. He has surpassed his required number of service hours for the year by choice and passion. If you see Ola on campus, there is a guarantee you will see him with a smile on his face and likely engaged in some kind of service activity.

Award Criteria: Awarded to a student who has demonstrated exceptional involvement in community service, through the Office of Student Community Service. Completed an exceptional amount of community service hours during an academic year. Encouraged others to become involved in community service opportunities/created community service opportunities. Active in at least one community service-based organization/club, tied to the Office of Student Community Service.

DELTA SIGMA PI CAPITAL REGION COLLEGIAN OF THE YEAR Savannah Garrett Savannah was given this award by our fraternity’s Capital Region for her outstanding commitment and involvement in Delta Sigma Pi. Savannah was initiated into Delta Sigma Pi in the Spring 2021 semester, during a time in which involvement and recruitment was at an all-time low due to the pandemic.

However, because of her hard work as our Vice President of Chapter Operations, the Epsilon Kappa chapter at Shepherd University received Chapter of Excellence, an achievement our chapter has not fulfilled in many years through our organization. Savannah is also the first brother from Shepherd University to receive this award since 2006, nearly 17 years ago. Our chapter is so thankful and grateful for Savannah’s hard work and accomplishments in our fraternity.

Award Criteria: The Capital Region Collegian of the Year Award is presented annually to the one outstanding collegiate member of Delta Sigma Pi in the Capital Region who has exemplified the values and ideals of the Fraternity, and is presented based on nominations from collegiate chapters.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards ALPHA SIGMA TAU "ANCHOR" AWARD Madison Walker Madison has been a part of Alpha Sigma Tau since the fall of 2020. Since joining, Madison has held multiple positions including Vice President of Community Relations and Vice President of Growth. With these multiple responsibilities, Madison has gone above and beyond in her roles. She is always willing to lend a hand to a sister in need. When looking through each one of our sisters Madison exemplifies our values of Graciousness, Respect, Intellect, Connections, and Excellence. She has truly been an Anchor in our chapter.

Award Criteria: Award given to a member who went above and beyond in the Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority.

THE ABCD AWARD: ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY Taylor "Tay" Seitzinger Taylor has countlessly gone above and beyond to comfort and support her team. I know I'm not alone in feeling as though the past year has been rough on some of the Shaw-Thacher staff, with some of us going through profound life changes. I have never felt anything but welcome in Taylor's office nor felt more comforted by her constant support and presence within Residence Life and the Shaw-Thacher community.

Hannah Zajac Whenever Hall Director Hannah is on duty, I know I am going to get beyond enough support if anything comes up. She is always willing to help and brings a cheerful attitude even to the more stressful situations. She consistently checks in with her Residence Directors during times of concern to make sure everyone is okay. She is truly an amazing person to work with.

Award Criteria: This award recognizes Resident Assistants or Hall Directors who consistently or notably exceed their job expectations in order to foster community and support student success. Candidates are nominated by other staff members who recognize and appreciate their contributions to the residential community.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards CHANGING THE FACE OF SHEPHERD Olamide Adegbamigbe Olamide is an international student from Lagos, Nigeria who is a motivated and aspiring pre-medical student. He is completing his Bachelor of Science with Dual Majors in Biology and Data Analytics with a concentration in Biology, minors in Chemistry, and Computer and Information Sciences. Olamide has participated in internship programs with Health Sciences at West Virginia University and continues to work with genomics research with the Department of Biology at Shepherd University. He is also involved in the Multicultural Leadership Team, expanding his leadership skills and understanding of social justice issues. Olamide's choice of majors in Biology and Data Analytics was inspired by his desire to understand the complexities of society from a clinical standpoint and the integration of epigenetic research in medicine. Some of his academic achievements have earned him memberships in several honor societies, including Phi Kappa Delta, Phi Kappa Phi, Beta Beta Beta. Olamide has also dedicated his time and effort to community service, volunteering at the Shepherd University Rams Pantry and assisting with the Cold Weather Shelter at Asbury Methodist in Shepherdstown. He aims to aid the creation of an inclusive community within his chosen career field and foster good health.

Award Criteria: Award recognizes a student who epitomizes the qualities found in visionary leaders and community service heroes at Shepherd University.

AFFINITY LEADER AWARD Kady Sanogo Kady has served as a student leader on the board of several Student Affinity Organizations over her time as a student on Shepherd’s campus, including as the president of the Black Student Union, Global Shepherd Students, and served as a founding member and the Vice President for the Muslim Student Organization.

Kady also has been a member of the Multicultural Leadership team for many years and has played a key role in inspiring collaboration and connection across Affinity initiatives and Multicultural Awareness on campus.

Award Criteria: Affinity Groups are student-led organizations formed around a shared underrepresented identity or common social concerns. The Affinity Leader Award recipient goes above and beyond to engage the campus community in action for social change, collaboration across affinity awareness, and promotion of an inclusive culture of respect on campus.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards DEI STUDENT OF THE YEAR Mahayana Garcia Mahayana is a leader and inspiration to the Shepherd campus community. Maya has been the president of the Shepherd Environmental Organization (SEO) for the past three years. Maya is an Affinity Leader, a member of the Multicultural Leadership Team, Emerging Leader in Service, Emerging Leader in Action, captain of the cross-country team, and the program coordinator for Phi Epsilon. Maya engages the campus and community as a leader for social change and often can be seen on the C&O Canal doing the weekly clean ups, as well as campus clean ups, Kiwanis Club volunteer work, community outreach for SEO, and leading the event prep for yearly Earth Day celebrations at Shepherd. Maya was the 2020 Royal Ram, has obtained the Leadership for a Better World certificate, is the Co-founder of the first Environmental Honors Society at Shepherd, was awarded the Leadership award for the Environmental Science program, and was elected to be on the senior honors advisory board. Maya has made lasting change on campus by advocating for campus food services to change from using Styrofoam to biodegradable supplies and she also conducted a study on the environmental attitudes and behaviors of shepherd students. This year, Maya was also cast in my first live production at Shepherd University. Maya’s light shines bright on Shepherd’s campus and she brings positive energy into any room she enters.

Corey Disney Corey, a resident of Westminster, MD, is a driven individual. Corey will soon achieve a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Law Enforcement and a minor in Political Science. Corey is an intern in the Office for Diversity and Equity. He’s been involved with service organizations such as the Multicultural Leadership Team, Alpha Phi Omega, and Kappa Kappa Psi. Corey's choice of major in Criminal Justice was inspired by the challenges to solve social issues and create equilibrium as resolutions. He excels in community service and always gives a helping hand to others in need. Corey has dedicated his time and effort to the University and the community, bringing a contagious smile to anyone he interacts with. Corey has been hired as a police officer for the Ocean City Police Department.

Award Criteria: A student works assisting members of Inclusivity teams with policy, programs, initiatives, and education for the awareness, improvement, and success of efforts in diversity, inclusion, equity, and social justice is commendable.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards KAPPA DELTA PI - DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD Olivia Gill This is Olivia's second year as the president of KDP International Honor Society in Education. While she is always a great leader, this past fall she went above and beyond by keeping things going smoothly without the support of the chapter's faculty counselor who was on sabbatical.

Award Criteria: Given to a student who has consistently taken on leadership responsibilities and successfully fulfilled them to the betterment of the chapter.

KAPPA DELTA PI - OUSTANDING OFFICER AWARD Emily Baker As the KDP International Honor Society in Education Vice President, Emily is an amazing organizer. Even though she is off campus with field placements most of the day, she has hosted and fulfilled the goals for a dress drive to benefit local high school students, co-hosted and sorted school supplies for the chapter school supply drive, and is on the planning committee for the annual community literacy carnival for area children. She is everything that an outstanding officer should be.

Award Criteria: Given to an officer who has gone beyond expectations to serve chapter members.

KAPPA DELTA PI - SHEPHERDING AWARD Julia Bivens One of the things that is very important within the Education honor society is the support members provide to other Shepherd students. We would like to honor Julia with our Shepherding Award for her efforts as a tutor supporting the academic excellence of other Shepherd students.

Award Criteria: Given to a KDP member who has provided individual service to other teacher candidates in strengthening our professional community.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards KAPPA DELTA PI - SERVICE AWARD Karlie Hepner Each semester the KDP International Honor Society in Education focuses on ways to provide service to others. Karlie is our nominee for the KDP Service Award for her ready participation in these events. She has been a willing participant in the High School Dress Drive and in our Card Making Project for the Canterbury Center.

Award Criteria: Award given to an individual who provided significant service to the chapter, school, university, and community.

KAPPA DELTA PI - LITERACY LEADER AWARD Skylar McAllister Skylar has been instrumental this year in keeping the chapter pen pal program going into it's 10th year. This program matches Shepherd students with fourth graders in a Title 1 School to exchange letters that provide an authentic forum for developing writing skills and encouraging elementary students to do well in school and set a goal now to attend college when they graduate from high school.

Award Criteria: Award given to an individual who demonstrates commitment to promoting the development of literacy skills needed for life long learning.

KAPPA DELTA PI - VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR James Rinker James has faithfuly served as the KDP International Honor Society in Education's chapter treasurer for the past two years, a role few people want to take on. He has even continued with these responsibilities through student teaching, a time when most officers step down. But of even more distinction, he has volunteered at nearly every event in need of a volunteer, within the chapter, within the school of education, and throughout the community. In fact, he has volunteered to judge 71, at last count, social studies fairs for area schools and school systems.

Award Criteria: Given to a KDP member who demonstrates dedication to making the world a better place through volunteer service.

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards KAPPA DELTA PI - GRADUATE RECRUIT OF THE YEAR Kayla Landsberger Kayla has been selected as the KDP International Society in Education Graduate Student Recruit of the Year. Kayla accepted the position of chapter historian even before she was officially initiated and has continued in her role as an officer this semester. One can always see her volunteering at KDP events even when it means giving up her lunch break to be there.

Award Criteria: Given to an individual initiated into KDP during the Academic Year who contributed actively to furthing the mission of KDP. other teacher candidates in strengthening our professional community.

KAPPA DELTA PI - UNDERGRADUATE RECRUIT OF THE YEAR Taylor Alpy Taylor is a deserving recipient of the KDP International Honor Society Undergraduate Recruit of the year for her willingness to serve as the chapter's SGA representative. She started attending meetings on our behalf even before she was officially initiated last fall and has continued her service this semester.

Award Criteria: Given to an individual initiated into KDP during the academic year who contributed actively to furthering the mission of KDP.

DAY OF GIVING TOP FUNDRAISERS Recognizing the top three student clubs and organizations in the Shepherd University Giving Day, based on number of donors.

Accounting Club Sigma Sigma Sigma and Sigma Tau Delta, an English Honor Society (tied) Delta Sigma Pi

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STUDENT RECOGNITION DAY Recognition of Student Awards OLIVER S. IKENBERRY AWARD Dr. Oliver S. Ikenberry served as President of Shepherd College for 21 years, from 1947 to 1968. These were years of expansion for all American higher education and important formative years for Shepherd College as well. The institution grew in academic stature and breadth of program offerings. It expanded substantially in enrollment and in acreage that provides the spacious campus Shepherd enjoys today. President and Mrs. Ikenberry were actively engaged with students, faculty, staff, and alumni and intimately involved with the community of Shepherdstown.

Ikenberry Hall was named in honor of President Ikenberry’s service to Shepherd.

This award is designated for two students for “exemplary human service to Shepherd University as evidenced by campus leadership, community service, and overall achievement.”

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