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AMERICAN STUDIES

American Studies Award for Creativity and Social Responsibility

Awarded by the faculty of the American Studies Department to a senior major who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in scholarly, cultural, and civic engagement.

Rachel Doris Paul Colson
Vivian Si Tran

Manning Marable Memorial Award in American Studies

Awarded by the faculty of the American Studies Department to a senior major who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in the study of race, ethnicity and the American experience.

Emma Lee Kopplin
Jada Quinn Northover
Louie Siegel

ANTHROPOLOGY

James P. Spradley Research Award

Established in memory of James P. Spradley by colleagues, family, and friends. Presented annually to a senior majoring in anthropology who has demonstrated outstanding scholarship in anthropological course work and/or research.

Sean Michael Restivo
Moura Saad

Sonia E. Patten Distinguished Service Award

Established in honor of Sonia Patten, Anthropology Professor Emerita. Dr. Patten, a Minnesota native, specialized in medical anthropology, conducting brilliant research in Ghana as well as the United States for many years. Awarded to a senior student who has contributed most to the formal and informal programs of the Anthropology Department.

Jade Marina Otoya

The David W. McCurdy Award for Excellence in Anthropological Research

Presented annually to a student who demonstrates special excellence in anthropological research.

Heather Erin Cook

The Jack Weatherford Prize

Given to the student who has produced the best capstone paper, as judged by a panel of faculty in the Department of Anthropology. It is named in honor of Professor Jack Weatherford, who designed the Senior Seminar course which includes independent research by each student culminating in a synthesizing capstone research paper.

Sean Michael Restivo

ART

Distinguished Merit Award in Studio Art or Art History

Book awards presented to graduating art majors for outstanding achievement in the areas of studio art or art history.

Ruben Verita
Nicolas Moiseyev
Marguerite Baxter
Chloe Marie Bischoff
Ezekiel Ambrose Cambey
Ivy Marie Garrison
Noah John Hanson
Blake Elliott Hotchkiss
Marie Yoo-Jin Peterson

Donald D. Celender Art History Prize

Established in honor of Edith M. Kelso Professor of Art Donald D. Celender who taught in the department from 1964-2005 and chaired the department for many years. The prized is awarded to a senior art major for outstanding work in art history.

Farrah Ann Fettig

Joan Mondale Ceramics Award in Studio Art

Book awards presented to graduating art majors for outstanding achievement in the areas of studio art or art history.

Ellie Lyn Barnes

Merit Award in Studio Art

Book awards presented to graduating art majors for outstanding achievement in the areas of studio art or art history.

Taylor Nicole Sibthorp

ASIAN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES

Asian Studies Award for Academic Excellence

This prize is awarded to the student who demonstrates the greatest depth and breadth of critical engagement with Asian Studies.

Joseph Arthur Harrington

Chinese Language and Culture Prize

Established by alumni to recognize a student who has shown outstanding ability and promise as a learner of Chinese language and culture.

Jack W Keller

Japanese Language and Culture Prize

Established by alumni to recognize a student who has shown outstanding ability and promise as a learner of Japanese language and culture.

Finnigan Banks Lewis

BIOLOGY

American Cyanamid Endowed Prize

Established by the American Cyanamid Company, the prize is awarded to upper-class students enrolled in pre-medical courses in preparation for medical school.

Jo-Hsuan Chen
Bedilia Mata-Centeno

HPAC Award

Established by the Macalester Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) to honor students who are going into a medical profession.

Sylvia Rose Choi
Laura Chigozirim Ejiofor
Alyson Misato Hayashi
Oliver Gregory Lagasse
Francesca M. Mallin
Ann Nguyen
Sebastian Isidro Sanchez
Shayla Matsuko Sayphone

Mark Davis Ecology Prize

Established by Mark Davis, DeWitt Wallace Professor of Biology, the prize is awarded to a senior biology major who has excelled in ecology courses and research.

Daniel Whitman

O. T. and Kathryn Walter Awards

Established by former students of Dr. O. T. Walter, chair of the Biology Department for 41 years, the awards are given to students who show promise of success in medicine related fields.

Madeline Marguerite Sabin
Oliver Gregory Lagasse
Eunice Yu Jean Lim
Michelle Achieng Osiro

William R. Angell Foundation Prize

Named for the president of the Continental Motors Corporation to honor outstanding seniors majoring in biology.

Zayde Alafranji
Madison R. Bell
Devon Jonaus
Elias J. Schue

CHEMISTRY

American Institute of Chemists Award

Awarded to a senior chemistry major who has demonstrated outstanding scholastic achievement, leadership ability and character. The recipient receives both a certificate and student associate membership in the American Institute of Chemists.

Angelina Christine Dodge

Emil J. Slowinski Award in Experimental Chemistry

Established in honor of Professor Emil J. Slowinski who taught chemistry at Macalester from 1964-1988. Awarded to students conducting noteworthy, experimental work in chemistry.

Clarence Pan

John Howe Scott Sophomore Chemistry Prize

Established by friends in memory of Professor Scott, who taught at Macalester 1941-1976. Awarded to sophomore students majoring in chemistry.

Benjamin Robert Fena
Hazel Adele Waters

Royal Society of Chemistry Certificate of Excellence

A copy of The Merck Index and a certificate awarded to a senior chemistry major who has excelled in both chemistry and overall coursework and is likely to make a contribution to the global chemical science community.

Clarence Pan

The CRC Award

Handbook of Chemistry and Physics awarded for outstanding achievement in first-year chemistry.

Miles Reuben Rakov
Ines Clemence Visa
Iris Zhang

The Truman Schwartz Chemistry Prize

Established in 2011 by Dr. A. Truman Schwartz, DeWitt Wallace Emeritus Professor of Chemistry, and Beverly Beatty Schwartz, the prize recognizes a student who has demonstrated academic excellence and exceptional service to the Chemistry Department and its students as a teaching assistant, laboratory assistant, or tutor. The recipient has shown expertise in the discipline and outstanding effectiveness in and commitment to helping other students master concepts and excel in their learning.

Andrew Ehab Yacoub

Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry

Recognizes outstanding analytical chemistry students in their junior year with a subscription to Analytical Chemistry and an honorary membership in the Division of Analytical Chemistry of the American Chemical Society.

Nick James Ihrke

Undergraduate Award in Biochemistry

A letter of recognition from the Chair of the ACS Division of Biological Chemistry and a year-long Division membership to recognize a graduating senior who displays a significant aptitude for biochemistry or chemical biology and interest in pursuing a career in the field.

Nathan Thomas Brandes

Undergraduate Award in Organic Chemistry

This award is intended to recognize a senior student who displays a significant aptitude for organic chemistry and to encourage further interest in the field.

Xavier Alexander Calicdan

Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry

Awarded by the Physical Chemistry Division of the American Chemical Society to a senior chemistry major who has excelled in the area of physical chemistry.

Caitlin Marie Panos

Violet Olson Beltmann Endowed Prize

Established in 1967 by Albert A. Beltmann, ‘23, in memory of his wife, Violet Olsen Beltmann, ‘20. Mrs. Beltmann was an instructor in the Chemistry Department until her passing in 1961. The Beltmanns met when Violet was the teaching assistant for the chemistry course that Albert was taking. The prize is awarded to outstanding third-year chemistry students.

Sophia Grace Lemonholm

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Frank and Mollie Steudle Prize

Established anonymously in memory of Frank and Mollie Steudle, who committed their lives to family and community service. Awarded annually to a senior who has demonstrated distinguished work in interdisciplinary studies in physical, mental, and emotional wellness. The recipient should also be active in community service, interested in working with the elderly, and planning a career dedicated to helping others.

Cecilia Gomez Jimenez

George Stanley Arthur Prize for Community Service

Established by Andrew William Arthur, ’83, and his father, Robert Arthur. Awarded annually to a graduating senior with a grade point average of 3.7 or above who best exemplifies Macalester College’s historic commitment to community service.

Elena Pilar Alcalá
Ashley Delgado
Katherine Rachel Frye

CLASSICAL MEDITERRANEAN AND MIDDLE EAST

Jeremiah Reedy Prize in Classics

The Jeremiah Reedy Prize in Classics recognizes students who have made significant contributions to the Classics Department. It was created to honor Jerry Reedy, who taught Classics at Macalester from 1968-2004, founded a charter school in St. Paul, and helped to create innumerable other opportunities for humanities students of all ages.

Zhaohan (Mikey) Tang

Virginia McKnight Binger Prize in Classics

Awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates an exceptional proficiency in classical languages and/or ancient history.

Gabriel Gonzalez

ECONOMICS

3M Scholar Awards

Established by the Economics Department with a grant from the 3M Company in 1982. Awarded to those seniors who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in their economics courses at Macalester College.

Ella DeMay
Aalyan Arif Mahmood
James T. Mroz
Ellen Linnéa Patrickson
Madeleine Anne Smith
Chaoyang Wang

Brian Kramer Award

The Economics Department created this award in the name of Brian Kramer ’00, a department student worker who went well beyond the call of duty to assist faculty and staff in navigating the countless tasks involved in running the department. The department awards it occasionally, to honor a student who contributed time, energy, and creativity to serve the greater good of the department and the college.

Mahmoud Majdi

David Meiselman Prize

Established by an anonymous donor in honor of David Meiselman who taught in the Department of Economics from 1966-1971. The prize is awarded annually to a graduating senior for outstanding accomplishment in macroeconomic theory or policy.

Oliver Bushnell Mock
Robert W.F. Pennington

Elaine Gartner Pilon Award

Established by Elaine Gartner Pilon ’45 in 1973 to recognize outstanding scholastic achievement by a senior majoring in economics. Considered one of the department’s highest awards, it is given to the senior economics major with the highest overall and economics grade point averages. It includes a year’s subscription to Fortune magazine.

Chloe E. Vasquez
Jocelyn Aspen Radke

John M. Dozier Prizes

Established in 1974 with personal gifts from members of the Board of Trustees of Macalester College in honor of John M. Dozier, Macalester Vice President for Financial Affairs from 1966-1974. Awarded annually to students majoring in economics who have demonstrated academic competence and an interest in a financial administration career.

Bryson A. Berry
Calvin Taylor Blessing
Brynn Abigail Daines
Zoe Felsch
Elie Rizk
Alessandra Rosa Policarpo
Marcela Saavedra Gonzalez
Ziyi Ye

Mike McEwen Prize

Established in 1993 in memory of Mike McEwen,’77, by his finance classmates. Mike was highly respected and well-liked by both his peers and the Macalester faculty. During his senior year, he played first-string guard on the basketball team. Awarded annually to an outstanding scholar-athlete who is majoring in economics and who participates in intercollegiate athletics.

Madeline Jordan Morrical
Logan Pampel
Penelope Hunter

Robert L. Bunting Prize in Economics

Established in honor of Robert L. Bunting with gifts from his colleagues and friends. Robert Bunting taught in the Economics and Business Departments from 1969-1984 and held the F. R. Bigelow Professorship of Economics for many years. Awarded annually to an exceptional graduating senior who will likely conduct graduate work in economics and/or business, has an enduring interest in the political economy, and plans to pursue a career in academia.

Mateo Useche Rosania
Zakary K. Yudhishthu

The Karine Moe Award

The Karine Moe Award was established in 2023 in honor of Professor Karine Moe, who taught in the Economics Department from 1995 to 2015 and who went on to serve the College as Provost and Dean of the Faculty from 2015 to 2021. Karine Moe’s teaching and scholarship on gender, poverty, and labor helped Macalester students to explore how economics can offer powerful tools to improve the lives of people, especially women and children. In honor of her work, this award is given for excellence in scholarship dedicated to advancing the human condition.

Hufsa Fatima Ahmed

Vasant Sukhatme Academic Excellence Award

Established in 2011 to honor the long service and numerous contributions of Professor Vasant Sukhatme, who taught students the value of clear thinking, hard work and dedication to the highest academic standards.

Ghaïcha Aboubacar Ahé
Anna Leah Durall

EDUCATIONAL STUDIES

Richard B. Dierenfield Endowed Prize for Education

Established by J. W. Fahlgren, ’60, to honor Richard B. Dierenfield, professor and chair of the Education Department from 1951-1988. Awarded to a senior student who has shown outstanding potential as a teacher/youth advocate.

Grace Kathleen LeCrone
Kimberly Tuxpan

The Alma M. Robinson Education Prize

Established in honor of Alma M. Robinson, ’56, by her husband, Robert, and their friends and family. Mrs. Robinson devoted her life to teaching and loved Macalester. Given annually to a Macalester student demonstrating strong potential to contribute to the pursuit of teaching/education advocacy.

Samuel Louis Ash

The Mary Whitcomb Fahlgren Endowed Prize

Established by James W. Fahlgren, ’60, in honor of his mother, Mary Whitcomb Fahlgren. Awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding potential as a teacher/youth advocate.

Elizabeth Akiko Hayashi

ENGLISH

Academy of American Poets College Prize - honorable mention

Awarded annually under the aegis of the Academy of American Poets to a Macalester student for the best poetry submitted to the English Department and judged independently by a representative of the Academy.

Ahlaam A. Abdulwali

Academy of American Poets College Prize - Winner

Miriam Arabella Ruiz

Ardis Hillman Wheeler Prize for International Study

Established by the family and friends of Ardis Wheeler, ‘38. Ardis Wheeler devoted her life to teaching English to World War II refugees and students in Minnesota public schools. Awarded annually to one or more English majors, chosen by the English Department, for assistance with international study during their junior year.

Gavia Lachen Boyden
Daniel Dillon Routt Graham
Jizelle Angel Villegas

Harry Scherman Writing Award - Creative Prose

Established by Harry Scherman to honor students in the English Department for their literary essays and creative writing.

Siri Katharine Greene

Harry Scherman Writing Award - Literary Analysis

Established by Harry Scherman to honor students in the English Department for their literary essays and creative writing.

Reagan Rose Kimzey
Zoe Roos Scheuerman
Cheyenne Victoria Godinez-Woerman

Harry Scherman Writing Award - Poetry

Established by Harry Scherman to honor students in the English Department for their literary essays and creative writing.

Chloë Ellen Schultheis Moore
Miriam Arabella Ruiz

Livingston-Patnode Prize

Established in 1992 by an anonymous donor in honor of Ray Livingston and Jack Patnode, who both taught in the Macalester English Department. Professor Livingston taught at Macalester from 1956-1967, and Professor Patnode taught from 1946-1972. Presented to a graduating senior who has made a special contribution to the college as an English major.

Zoe Roos Scheuerman

Nick Adams Short Story Contest - Winner

Named for the young hero of many Hemingway stories, this prize was given by an anonymous donor to encourage young writers who are students at ACM colleges and is awarded for the best story by an ACM student.

Nathan Wei-Ming Blatman
Amarah Helana Friedman
Lucy Kiku Hoberg
Violet Shay McCann

Wendy Parrish Poetry Award

Established by Stanley and Marian Parrish and the English Department in memory of Wendy Parrish, ‘72. Wendy was an instructor in the English Department and a poet of considerable merit. Many of her poems were published in journals and a book of her poems, Conversations in the Gallery, was published posthumously. Presented to a student who exemplifies, like Wendy, a commitment to poetry and demonstrates excellence in writing.

Zoë Madrigal Chinander-McFaul
Siri Katharine Greene
Miles Latham

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Environmental Studies Citizenship Award

Awarded to a student whose co-curricular actions and efforts have helped move our campus and greater society toward solving contemporary environmental challenges.

Mariko Claire Yatsuhashi

Environmental Studies Justice Award

Awarded to a student whose curricular and co-curricular efforts have sought to identify and address environmental problems that disproportionately impact communities of color and/or low-income communities.

Zoey Yandell

Environmental Studies Scholarship Award

Awarded to a student who has excelled in their coursework and offered new and integrative insights into how we will address the multitude of environmental challenges impacting our peoples and the planet.

Solveigh Katherine Barney
Emma Squires

FORENSICS

Carol A. Wurtzebach Endowed Prize in Oral Interpretation

Established by Dr. James W. Pratt, ’66, and friends in memory of their classmate Carol A. Wurtzebach. Awarded annually to one or more students for excellence in oral interpretation.

Willow I. Albano
Severin Calder Chmielewski
Amarah Helana Friedman
Holiday Rosa O'Bryan
Amelia J. Paine

Charles W. Ferguson Endowed Prizes in Public Speaking

Established in 1966 by Charles Ferguson, a senior editor of the Reader’s Digest, to honor students who demonstrate exceptional ability in public speaking in the forensics program at Macalester.

James Nicholas Hernandez
Dana Elizabeth Hicks
Riley Hodin
Scout J. Holding Eagle-Bushaw
Isam Syed Hussaini
Hamza Hassan Mahamud
Giovanny Alejanc Martinez Rodriguez
Ainsley Elizabeth Meyer
Maita Allysa Mungah
Kate Margaret Nozal
Sophia Pearl Polley-Fisanich
Quinn Hudson Roberts
Alicia Severiano Perez
Shweta Shankar
Avery Scout Hairt Sinclair
Eva Michelle Sturm
Kai Tan
David James Truman
Ella Veda Williams
Dámaris Ester Zamora-Aguilon
Rachel Elizabeth Christensen
Jane Elizabeth Dawson
Nicole Marie Emmerson
Joey L. Gebin

George Rowland Collins Endowed Prize

Established by Mrs. Gladys Reutiman Collins, ‘19, in memory of her husband, Dr. G. Rowland Collins, ‘16. Dr. Collins was the dean of the school of business at New York University for many years. Mrs. Collins was an associate professor of psychology and the assistant director of student services at Macalester College from 1947-1960. Awarded annually to students who excel in extemporaneous speaking and/or rhetorical criticism.

David Andrew Adams
Calvin Taylor Blessing
Francesca Welsh Brown
Grace McDonough
Lily Anne Morgan
Sam Hawkins Price
Elias J. Schue
Nini Yiu

Lowell Thomas Endowed Prizes in Public Speaking

Established in 1957 by Lowell Thomas (journalist, writer, newscaster, lecturer, world traveler) to honor students who have made significant contributions while representing Macalester in intercollegiate debate and forensic competition. This prize also supports forensics travel for programs such as debate team and Model United NAtions.

Eli Francisco Suppelsa
Vincenzo Vincenza Thousand
Paul John Wallace
Chris Xie
Galjer Yangwaue
Aidi P. Flores
Linnea Claire Joanen
Owen Killoran
Liam Oliver Klatsky
William Michael Kochel
Jaelyn Ada Kombiyil
Colette Burke Lawler
Vin Leang
Xinyang Li
Ian Keir Machalek
Owen Alexander Martin
Kat Connor Northrop
Laila Yusuf Reja
Reece A. Robinson
Amelia Scout Roller
Beau James Rosencrans
Ruta Rupeikyte
Lawrence Manalo Salonga
Grant K. Schoonover
Anna Diagne Sène
Hayden Daniel Arko
Sheila Maria Bhowmik
Nathan Wei-Ming Blatman
Alex Cole Brinkman
Antonio Martin Capella
Teagan Marie Church
Cole D. Conklin
Sayuri Cumaranatunge
Jonah Patrick Paglinauan Daniels
Tess Augusta Deane

The Scott Nobles Award

Established by Richard A. Lesicko, ‘75, in honor of Scott Nobles, a former Macalester professor and forensics and debate coach. Presented annually to a graduating senior with an outstanding intercollegiate debate career who plans to attend graduate school in the following year.

Sarah E. Hobby
Dipakshi Sarma

FRENCH AND FRANCOPHONE STUDIES

Hélène Peters Prize for Study in a French-Speaking Country

Established in 1992 by colleagues, alumni and friends, in honor of Hélène Peters, Professor Emerita of the French Department and founder of the French Study Abroad Program. Awarded to a deserving student with a concentration in French to support international study in a French-speaking country.

Carly Rae Carte
Jane Slentz-Kesler
Henry Mason Walker

Karl C. Sandberg Endowed Prize

Established in memory of Karl C. Sandberg by alumni, colleagues, and friends. Professor Sandberg served as Dewitt Wallace Professor of French and Humanities from 1968-1992. His primary areas of interest were literature, philosophy, and the ideas and art of 17th- and 18th-century France. Awarded to a senior with a concentration in French who has demonstrated an engagement with the literature and philosophical ideas of France and their relationship to the arts.

Ginnetho Adotey Boateng
Caedmon Petrella Kollmer-Dorsey
Aldo Andrés Palacio Quaranta
Cristina Alejandra Suárez López

Prize for Excellence in French Studies - Level I

Book awards to recognize outstanding accomplishment in the study of French at the elementary and intermediate levels.

Anneke Rose Stracks
Amanda Tu

Prize for Excellence in French Studies - Level II

Book awards to recognize outstanding accomplishment in the study of French at the elementary and intermediate levels.

Sudhi K. Adusumilli
Jack Austin Nussbaum
Hermogenes David Rios Torres
Emmanuella Tapsoba
Emery Elizabeth Teague
Enrico Verita

Prize for Excellence in French Studies - Level III

Book awards to recognize outstanding accomplishment in the study of French at the elementary and intermediate levels.

Bruno Cesare Guiduli
Claire Louise Kelly
Tanguy Lesegretain
Flor Perez Nunez
Oscar Reza Bautista
Kendall Maile Strauss

Virginia McKnight Binger Prize in French

Awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates an exceptional proficiency in the modern French language and in French literature.

Rose Marie Giblin-Vance

GATEWAY

The Gateway Prize for Excellent Writing - Fine Arts Division

Established by the family of Wallace F. Janssen ’28, in honor of the students who wrote for that magazine in the 1920s and 1930s. Awarded annually for papers judged as excellent in content, clarity, and effectiveness of presentation according to the standards of the academic division in which the paper was nominated.

Chloe Marie Bischoff

The Gateway Prize for Excellent Writing - Humanities Division

Leah Marie Wasson

The Gateway Prize for Excellent Writing - Natural Sciences Division

Sudhi K. Adusumilli

The Gateway Prize for Excellent Writing - Social Science Division

Ben Broder Woloch

GEOGRAPHY

David A. Lanegran Award

Named after the department’s longest serving faculty member, presented annually to senior geography majors in recognition of their significant contributions to the community life of the department.

Corgan Ronald Archuleta
Katherine Rachel Frye
Joseph Arthur Harrington

Hildegard Binder Johnson Prize in Geography

Established in 1984 by the founder of the Macalester College Geography Department, Hildegard Binder Johnson. Given to a student majoring in geography who has demonstrated competence and interest in geography.

Lucas Scott Eggers
Georgia Gayle Kretz
Reece Vondrasek McKee

Macalester Geography Award for Excellence of Scholarship

The Award for Excellence of Scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding senior majoring in geography. Criteria used in identifying nominees include: academic performance, GTU membership and participation, departmental service, dedication, and enthusiasm.

Jane Slentz-Kesler

GEOLOGY

Hugh S. Alexander Endowed Prize

Established in honor of Dr. Hugh S. Alexander, Professor of Geology from 1906-1948. Awarded to an outstanding senior geology major.

Eunice Choi

GERMAN AND RUSSIAN STUDIES

Evelyn Albinson Award for Academic Excellence in the Study of German

Established in 1977 in honor of Dr. Evelyn Albinson by colleagues, friends, and alumni. Professor Albinson contributed immensely to the Germanic languages and literature program at Macalester over the course of a long and successful career. Awarded annually to a student who has a high grade point average, a distinguished record in German Studies, and who has qualified for Phi Beta Kappa.

Arushi Nair
Zoe Roos Scheuerman

Virginia McKnight Binger Prize in German

Awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates an exceptionl proficiency in German language and related studies.

Alexander Jude Noble

Virginia McKnight Binger Prize in Russian

Awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates an exceptional proficiency in Russian language and related studies.

Griffin Nesbit

HISTORY

Case Prize in American Western History

Established by Leland D. Case, ’22, awarded to a student who has conducted original research or study in the area of western American history.

Emma Lee Kopplin

Ernest R. Sandeen Memorial Prize

Established in memory of Ernest R. Sandeen, Professor of History from 1963-1982, by his colleagues, friends, and family. Given to a student who has completed an original, high-quality piece of research in the field of history. Additionally, the student should reflect the qualities of Sandeen himself: exceptional skill, imagination, and effort.

Adam L. Rose
Cheyenne Victoria Godinez-Woerman

Kathleen Rock Hauser Prize in Women's and Gender History

Established by the Women Historians of the Midwest, Dr. Donald Rock, and Mrs. Irene Rock in the memory of Kathleen Rock Hauser, ‘62. Awarded to a student who has made a significant undergraduate contribution to women’s history.

Fiona Mulholland

Teresita Martinez Vergne Memorial Prize

Established in 2014 by her daughter, Irene Toro Martínez, with additional support from colleagues, family and friends. Awards to students for original research or study of Caribbean and Latin American history.

Caedmon Petrella Kollmer-Dorsey

The J. Huntley Dupre Prize in European History

Established in 1983 in honor of J. Huntley Dupre by the History Department. Dr. Dupre served as a history and political science professor as well as the academic dean at Macalester for 16 years until his retirement in 1962. He exuded incredible warmth and strength of character. Presented annually to a history major who has demonstrated a commitment and talent for European history.

Joshua H. Rollin

The Kenneth L. & Martha S. Holmes Prize in History of the Americas

Established by the History Department to honor former, distinguished colleagues. Awarded annually to distinguished senior history majors.

Sean Michael Restivo

The Yahya Armajani Prize in Global History

Established by the History Department to honor Yahya Armajani. Awarded to distinguished senior history majors

Jayden Michael Sinclair

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

International Studies Prize for Academic Excellence

Awarded by the faculty of the International Studies Department to a senior major who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in international studies at Macalester College.

Rachel Doris Paul Colson
Robert W.F. Pennington

LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES

James B. Stewart Award for Engaged Scholarship in Latin American Studies

This award recognizes a Latin American Studies student with a demonstrated commitment to the integration of scholarship and community engagement. The award honors the work of Emeritus History Professor Jim Stewart, founder of Macalester’s Latin American Studies program and an expert on the processes and politics of conquest, labor systems, and slavery in the Americas. In 2010 he founded Historians Against Slavery, a 21st century abolitionist group dedicated to harnessing historical knowledge to combat modern slavery.

Rio Guadalupe Osorio Nava

Latin American Studies Award for Excellence and Innovation

Awarded to students majoring in Latin American Studies for academic excellence and scholarly innovation, including original field or archival research.

Rio Guadalupe Osorio Nava

LINGUISTICS

Linguistics Prize for Academic Excellence

Awarded by the faculty of the Linguistics Department to a senior major who has an overall high cumulative undergraduate grade point average and/or demonstrates evidence of research skills, such as the successful undertaking of a research project in linguistics or a related field.

Amarah Helana Friedman

MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE

A. Wayne Roberts Prize

This prize is given by the department to honor a junior or senior majoring in mathematics or computer science in recognition of a dedication to the education of youth. This dedication will be demonstrated by work tutoring K-12 students, a keen interest in education policy, or through commitment to service teaching K-12 mathematics or computer science after graduation. This prize is established by department colleagues in honor of Dr. A. Wayne Roberts, who worked at Macalester from 1965-2005, as professor and chair of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and in service as provost of the College. Through his work with Macalester students and faculty, and with the Minnesota State High School Mathematics League, which he founded in 1980 and led until 2009, Dr. Roberts has played an enormously important role in mathematics education in Minnesota.

Lily Ewing

Bressoud Prize

Established by department colleagues and former Macalester students, the prize honors David M. Bressoud, who served in the department from 1994-2016 as professor and chair, and who is an award-winning expositor of mathematics. This prize is given to a senior Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science major in recognition of excellence in communication skills in mathematical, statistical, or computer science.

Rhys King O'Higgins

Camp Endowed Prize in Computer Science

This prize is awarded to a senior major in the department for meritorious academic performance in Computer Science and contributions to department culture and community. The prize honors Professor Ezra J. Camp, who was professor and chair of the Mathematics Department 1939-1970.

Cora Mae Margaret Lewis

Camp Endowed Prize in Mathematics

This prize is awarded to a senior major in the department for meritorious academic performance in Mathematics and contributions to department culture and community. The prize honors Professor Ezra J. Camp, who was professor and chair of the Mathematics Department 1939-1970.

Marchelle Nichole Beougher

Kaplan Award for Achievement in Data Science

This prize is awarded to a junior or senior majoring in the department in recognition of an outstanding academic record coupled with demonstrated achievement on projects involving data science or statistics. This prize honors Professor Kaplan, who worked at Macalester from 1996-2017, and was funded by his colleagues and former students with a special gift from J.J. Allaire ‘91. Professor Kaplan had a profound influence in shaping the mathematics, statistics, and computer science curriculum at Macalester. He was a pioneer in bringing the field of Data Science to the liberal arts.

Jingyi Guan

Kaplan Endowed Prize in Data Science

This prize is awarded to a senior major in the department for meritorious academic performance in Data Science or Statistics and for contributions to department culture and community. This prize honors Professor Kaplan, who worked at Macalester from 1996 to 2017. It was funded by his colleagues and former students with a special gift from J.J. Allaire (‘91). Professor Kaplan had a profound influence in shaping the mathematics, statistics, and computer science curriculum at Macalester. He was a pioneer in bringing the field of Data Science to the liberal arts.

Paige Elizabeth Tomer

Konhauser Achievement Award - Computer Science

Established and funded by Frederic Deschamps ‘87 and family in honor of Dr. Joseph D. Konhauser, professor and chair of the Mathematics Department 1968-1991. Awarded to juniors or seniors majoring in mathematics and computer science in recognition of an outstanding academic record coupled with a demonstrated dedication to and interest in the field.

Dan Bially Levy

Konhauser Achievement Award - Math

Christian Lentz

Wagon Competition Prize

This prize is given by the department to honor a student majoring in mathematics or computer science who has demonstrated the spirit of teamwork, creativity, cooperation, and a striving for excellence that we try to foster through the many competitions in which we participate. This award is named in honor of Dr. Stan Wagon, professor of Mathematics at Macalester from 1990-2012, who worked enthusiastically and tirelessly throughout his teaching career, training, inspiring, rewarding, and in all ways supporting students in their problem-solving and competition endeavors.

Linda True Lor

MEDIA AND CULTURAL STUDIES

Media and Cultural Studies Prize for Academic Excellence

Awarded by the faculty of the Media and Cultural Studies Department to a senior major who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in media and cultural studies.

Lucia Elena Amieva-Wang
Cora Mae Margaret Lewis
Razik Saifullah

MULTICULTURAL AWARD

Latina Award for Excellence

Awarded to a Latina senior woman who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.

Andrea Vijil Morin

Outstanding Sophomore of Color Award

On behalf of The American Can Company Foundation, awarded to a sophomore student of color who not only has made a positive contribution to the Macalester College community but who also has achieved an excellent academic standing.

Dámaris Ester Zamora-Aguilon

MUSIC

Friends of Music Award

Awarded by the Music Department to recognize an outstanding student for performance, academic work and service.

Ryan Chu
Tadhg Clayborn Ferris Wayne
Grace A. Killackey
Chloé Elisabeth Nance

Lila Bell Acheson Wallace Endowed Prize

Established by Mrs. DeWitt Wallace, co-founder of the Reader’s Digest. Awarded to an outstanding student majoring in music.

Zoe Elizabeth Grigsby

Tobin Smith Endowed Prize

Established by Chester M. Tobin ’23 and Edward M. Smith. Awarded to a student accomplished in the Scottish art of piping and drumming.

Rhys King O'Higgins

Walter A. Lienke Endowed Prize

Established by the testamentary bequest of Walter A. Lienke, a Macalester parent, to recognize outstanding students majoring in music.

Alexander Hayden Saros

Zenas Taylor Endowed Prize in Music

Established by Hazel Taylor in 1983 in memory of her husband, Zenas Taylor, ’20. After her husband’s death, Hazel made great sacrifices to establish this memorial prize honoring his love of music and Macalester, where his heart found joy. Awarded to a student majoring or minoring in voice.

Catherine A. Terres

NEUROSCIENCE

The Neuroscience Prize for Academic Excellence

Awarded by the faculty of the Neuroscience Program to a senior major who stands out for their academic excellence, commitment to advancing the field of neurocience as exemplified by their research, scholarship, and /or community engagement, and intellectual curiosity in neuroscience.

Ciara Ann Featherly
Julia Elizabeth Hanson
Olivia Grace Gilin Novello
Juan Carlos Pineda

The Neuroscience Prize for Outstanding Community Engagement

Awarded by the faculty of the Neuroscience Program to a senior major who stands out for their engagement with and commitment to the neuroscience community.

Gia Monet Montgomery
Moura Saad
Jordan Alexander Vellón

PHILOSOPHY

The Henry R. West Prize in Philosophy

Established by Macalester faculty, staff, alumni, and friends in recognition of Professor Henry R. West for his many years of teaching, scholarship, and service to the college. Awarded to a student who, in the judgment of the Philosophy Department, has written the best essay for the academic year in ethics, social philosophy, or political philosophy.

Kamini Ramakrishna

The Jakob Laub Prize

Established in honor of Jakob Laub by Hans Wendt, his nephew and former Macalester faculty member. Jakob Johann Laub (1884-1962) was a collaborator, long-time friend, and first co-author with Albert Einstein. In Argentina, Laub played a seminal role in introducing theoretical physics and relativity to South America and beyond. Awarded to an advanced student for an exemplary paper or honors thesis in the history and/or philosophy of science (including mathematics).

Adrien Claire Winterer Wright

The Roger K. Mosvick Endowed Prize in Philosophy

Established by former students, Judge Jack Mason and James Fahlgren, in recognition of Dr. Roger K. Mosvick’s contributions to the development of the department of communication studies and his 47 years of service to the college. Awarded by the permanent faculty of the Philosophy Department to a senior majoring in philosophy who has demonstrated academic excellence in the fields of critical thinking, argumentation and logic.

Calvin Elliott DeWitte

Thomas E. Hill Prize

Established by the faculty of the Philosophy Department. A year’s subscription to a philosophical journal of the student’s choice is awarded for outstanding work in philosophy.

Jiawei Ma

PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY

Outstanding Student Citizen Award

Given to the senior physics major who, in the eyes of their fellow students, stands out as being an advocate for student and departmental interests.

Uditi Chandrashekhar
Ishan Rayen

Russell B. Hastings Award

Awarded to students for achievement in physics, who also demonstrate outstanding service to the Physics Department.

Alexandra C. Hurd

The Dr. Sherman W. Schultz Memorial Award

Established in memory of Dr. Sherman W. Schultz who taught astronomy at Macalester from 1958-1996. Presented to a senior physics and astronomy major with an emphasis in astronomy who has demonstrated both academic excellence and outstanding research.

Olivia Xiang Xiang Laske

The Raymond Mikkelson Award

Established in honor of Professor Raymond Mikkelson and awarded to a physics and astronomy senior for excellence in experimental physics.

Max Alexander Zinman

The Sung Kyu Kim Award

Established in honor of Professor Sung Kyu Kim and awarded to a physics and astronomy senior for the best capstone paper.

Sylvia Greene

POLITICAL SCIENCE

Brent Williams Prize

Established in the memory of Brent Williams, ’73, by his parents, fellow students, and friends and relatives from Ottumwa, Iowa. Awarded to a political science major who has earned departmental honors or provided outstanding service to the department. Additionally, this student will have had experience in speech and debate and be active in the Macalester College community.

Anna Diagne Sène

Hubert H. Humphrey and Walter F. Mondale Endowed Award in Political Science

Established in 1977 to honor Hubert Humphrey and Walter Mondale. Hubert Humphrey was a Macalester faculty member, the Mayor of Minneapolis, a U.S. Senator, and Vice President of the United States. The Honorable Walter F. Mondale, ‘50, was the Minnesota Attorney General, a U.S. Senator for Minnesota, and Vice President of the United States. The careers of these two men exemplify the highest standards of scholarship and education as well as service to society. The prize is awarded to one or more distinguished political science scholars.

Hufsa Fatima Ahmed
Sami Nael-Joseph Banat

Peter R. Weisman Endowed Prize

Established by family, friends, and alumni in memory of Peter Weisman ‘78 (1955-1980), who uniquely demonstrated his empathy for his fellow humans by helping them as individuals and through social and political institutions. Presented to a political science student who has demonstrated concern for and has worked with the underprivileged and is planning a career dedicated to helping others.

Dipakshi Sarma
Chloe E. Vasquez

PSYCHOLOGY

Jack Rossmann Endowed Prize

Established in 2004 by Jack and Marty Rossman. Professor Jack Rossman taught in the Macalester Psychology Department for many years until his retirement in 2004. Presented annually to a graduating senior psychology major with an excellent academic record and distinguished contributions in the application of academic psychology through activities such as applied research, internships, or community service.

Elena Pilar Alcalá
Uditi Chandrashekhar

Paterson Award Nominee

Macalester’s nominee for the award given by the Minnesota Psychological Association to the most promising senior in Minnesota planning a career in psychology. The student also receives an award provided by the Walter D. Mink endowed prize fund.

Xiaoping Yu

Walter D. Mink Endowed Prize

Established by Walter Mink, a professor in the Psychology Department at Macalester College for 38 years. Awarded to a senior who has a strong academic record and has provided outstanding service to the department, the college, or the broader community.

Samuel Louis Ash
Jordan Alexander Vellón

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Arline and Robert A. Caine Memorial Prize

Established in 1976 in memory of Arline and Robert Craine by their friends and family. Mr. Caine served Presbyterian churches in Red Wing, MN, Duluth, MN, and Rochester, NY. In addition, Mr. Caine served as a Minnesota synod executive and as a Macalester College trustee for many years. Awarded to seniors planning to pursue graduate work in religious studies.

Finn P Meachem

George W. Davis Memorial Prize

Established by Ethel Mary Davis in memory of her husband. Given by the Religious Studies Department to juniors, who in the judgment of the department, have attained the highest degree of excellence.

Huihui Jiang

SOCIOLOGY

Berry Rinder Swain Prize

Established in honor of Emeritus Professors Paul Berry, Irwin Rinder and Al Swain. Awarded to a senior major for academic excellence and positive contributions to the life of the department.

Francesca Casal Bernardino
Ryan Ashley Suet-lai Cotter
Haoxuan Gao
Neisy Rodriguez

SPANISH AND PORTUGUESE

Donald L. Fabian Prize

Established by an alumnus of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese in honor of Professor Emeritus Donald L. Fabian. Awarded to an outstanding graduating Spanish major who either intends to enter graduate school in an area directly related to his or her Spanish major or to pursue a career that closely involves significant use of the Spanish language.

Neisy Rodriguez

Native/Heritage Speakers of Spanish Award

Awarded by the Department of Spanish and Portuguese to a native Spanish speaker who has taken a minimum of two literature classes, to recognize outstanding work and encourage continued literature study.

Juliany Salazar