Congratulations to the following Kalamazoo College students, who received awards during the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 13, 2015, in Stetson Chapel. The awards include all academic divisions, prestigious scholarships, and special non-departmental awards. Again, congratulations to all graduates and members of the Class of 2015.<\/p>\n
FINE ARTS DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Art and Art History<\/strong><\/p>\n THE LILIA CHEN AWARD IN ART, awarded to students in their junior or senior year who distinguish themselves through their work in ceramics, sculpture, or painting, and who exhibit strong progress in their understanding of art. THE GEORGE EATON ERRINGTON PRIZE, awarded to an outstanding senior are major. THE MICHAEL WASKOWSKY PRIZE, awarded to an outstanding junior or senior art major. Music<\/strong><\/p>\n The LILLIAN PRINGLE BALDAUF PRIZE IN MUSIC, awarded to an outstanding music student. THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT AWARD, given by the Music Department of the College for outstanding contributions to the musical life on campus, for achievement in performance areas, and for academic achievement. THE MARGARET UPTON PRIZE IN MUSIC, awarded each year to a student designated by the Music Department faculty as having made a significant achievement in music. Theatre Arts<\/strong><\/p>\n THE RUTH SCOTT CHENERY AWARD, given to a graduating senior who has excelled academically in theatre and who plans to continue the study of theatre arts following graduation. THE IRMGARD KOWATZKI THEATRE AWARD, awarded to the senior who has excelled both in academic areas and in theatrical productions during the four years at the College. THE CHARLES TULLY DESIGN AWARD, given annually to a senior who has achieved excellence in some aspect of theatre design. FOREIGN LANGUAGES DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Chinese<\/strong><\/p>\n THE CHINESE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, recognizes seniors who have excelled in the study of the Chinese language and China-related subjects on campus and abroad in China. Classical Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n THE CLARA H. BUCKLEY PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN LATIN, awarded to an outstanding student of the language of the Romans. THE DEPARTMENTAL PRIZE IN GREEK THE PROVOST\u2019S PRIZE IN CLASSICS, awarded to that student who writes the best essay on a classical subject. German<\/strong><\/p>\n THE JOE FUGATE SENIOR GERMAN AWARD, awarded to a senior for excellence in German. Japanese<\/strong><\/p>\n THE JAPANESE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, COLLEGE CHAPTER, is awarded in recognition of the student\u2019s achievement in their study of the Japanese language and for their overall academic excellence. Romance Languages<\/strong><\/p>\n THE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE PRIZE IN FRENCH, awarded for excellence in French by an advanced student. THE SENIOR SPANISH AWARD, given by the Department of Romance Languages for outstanding achievement in Spanish. HUMANITIES DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n American Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n THE DAVID STRAUSS PRIZE IN AMERICAN STUDIES, awarded for the best paper written by a graduating senior in his or her junior or senior year in any field of American Studies. English<\/strong><\/p>\n THE GRIFFIN PRIZE, awarded to the senior English major who, like Professor Gail Griffin, demonstrates an exceptional ability to bridge his\/her analytical and creative work in the English department. THE ELWOOD H. AND ELIZABETH H. SCHNEIDER PRIZE, awarded for outstanding and creative work in English done by a student who is not an English major. THE MARY CLIFFORD STETSON PRIZE, awarded for excellence in English essay writing by a senior. THE DWIGHT AND LEOLA STOCKER PRIZE, awarded for excellence in English writing: prose or poetry. History<\/strong><\/p>\n THE JAMES BIRD BALCH PRIZE, for the showing academic excellence in American History. THE HISTORY DEPARTMENT AWARD, given for outstanding work in the major. Philosophy<\/strong><\/p>\n THE DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY PRIZE, awarded for excellence in any year\u2019s work in philosophy. THE HODGE PRIZE IN PHILOSOPHY, awarded to that member of the graduating class who has the highest standing in the field. Religion<\/strong><\/p>\n THE MARION H. DUNSMORE MEMORIAL PRIZE IN RELIGION, awarded to a graduating senior for excellence in the major. NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Biology<\/strong><\/p>\n THE H. LEWIS BATTS PRIZE, awarded to the senior who has done the most to support the activities of the Biology Department and to further the spirit of collegiality among students and faculty in the Department. THE ROBERT BZDYL PRIZE IN MARINE BIOLOGY, awarded to one or more students with demonstrated interest and ability in marine biology or related fields. THE DIEBOLD SCHOLAR AWARD, given to one or more seniors in recognition of excellence in the oral or poster presentation of the SIP at the Diebold Symposium. THE WILLIAM E. PRAEGER PRIZE, established by the faculty in the Biology Department and awarded to the most outstanding senior major in Biology, based on academic achievement in the discipline. Chemistry \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n THE ANNUAL UNDERGRADUATE AWARD IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY, sponsored by the American Chemical Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry, to an undergraduate student planning on pursuing graduate studies in chemistry. THE ANNUAL UNDERGRADUATE AWARD IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, sponsored by the American Chemical Society and subcommittee for the Division of Organic Chemistry, to an undergraduate student who displays significant aptitude for a career in organic chemistry. THE OUTSTANDING CHEMISTRY STUDENT FROM KALAMAZOO COLLEGE, sponsored by the Kalamazoo Section of the American Chemical Society and is given to the graduating senior who has demonstrated leadership in the chemistry department and plans to pursue graduate studies in chemistry. THE KURT KAUFMAN FELLOW, given annually to seniors who receive Honors in the Senior Individualized Project (SIP) conducted with faculty in the Chemistry Department. Mathematics and Computer Science<\/strong><\/p>\n THE CLARKE BENEDICT WILLIAMS PRIZE, awarded to that member of the graduating class who has the best record in mathematics and the allied sciences. Physics<\/strong><\/p>\n THE JOHN WESLEY HORNBECK PRIZE, awarded to a senior with the highest achievement for the year\u2019s work in advanced physics toward a major. PHYSICAL EDUCATION DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Physical Education<\/strong><\/p>\n THE GEORGE ACKER AWARD awarded annually to a male athlete who in his participation gave all, never quit, with good spirit supported others unselfishly, and whose example was inspirational. THE TISH LOVELESS AWARD, given by the Department of Physical Education to the outstanding senior female athlete. THE KALAMAZOO COLLEGE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION AWARD, for a graduating senior who has most successfully combined high scholarship with athletic prowess. THE MARY LONG BURCH AWARD, for a senior woman who has manifested interest in sports activities and excelled in scholarship. THE C. W. \u201cOPIE\u201d DAVIS AWARD, awarded to the outstanding senior male athlete. THE KNOECHEL FAMILY AWARD, awarded to a senior male and a senior female member of the swim teams in recognition of demonstrated excellence in both intercollegiate swimming and academic performance. THE CATHERINE A. SMITH PRIZE IN WOMEN\u2019S ATHLETICS, awarded to a woman athlete who in her participation gave all, never quit, with good spirit supported others unselfishly, and whose example was inspirational. SOCIAL SCIENCES DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Anthropology and Sociology<\/strong><\/p>\n THE RAYMOND L. HIGHTOWER AWARD, given to a graduating senior for excellence in and commitment to the disciplines of sociology and anthropology and leadership in the Department of Anthropology and Sociology. Economics and Business<\/strong><\/p>\n THE WILLIAM G. HOWARD MEMORIAL PRIZE, awarded to a senior for excellence in academic work in an economics or business major. THE PROVOST PRIZE IN BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, awarded to a senior for excellence in academic work in a business major. Human Development and Social Relations<\/strong><\/p>\n THE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL RELATIONS PRIZE, awarded for leadership in the major, reflecting commitment to inter-disciplinary thinking and social justice. Political Science<\/strong><\/p>\n THE E. BRUCE BAXTER MEMORIAL AWARD, awarded to a senior showing outstanding development in the field of political science. THE WILLIAM G. HOWARD MEMORIAL PRIZE, awarded for excellence in a year\u2019s work in political science. Psychology<\/strong><\/p>\n THE MARSHALL HALLOCK BRENNER PRIZE awarded to an outstanding student for excellence in the field of psychology. THE XARIFA GREENQUIST MEMORIAL PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT AWARD, given in recognition of distinctive service to students and faculty in psychology by a student assistant. THE RICHARD D. KLEIN SENIOR AWARD IN PSYCHOLOGY, awarded to a senior psychology major for an outstanding SIP oral presentation. THE RICHARD D. KLEIN SENIOR AWARD IN PSYCHOLOGY, given for outstanding contributions to the community THE DONALD W. VAN LIERE PRIZE, given for excellence in psychology research. THE DONALD W. VAN LIERE PRIZE, given for excellence in psychology coursework. Women\u2019s Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n THE CATHERINE A. SMITH PRIZE IN HUMAN RIGHTS, awarded to a senior who has been active on campus in promoting human rights, furthering progressive social and cultural change, and combating violence, repression, and bigotry. THE LUCINDA HINSDALE STONE PRIZE, awarded to a student whose scholarship, research or creative work in women\u2019s studies, in the form of a SIP or other academic work, is most impressive. COLLEGE AWARDS<\/strong><\/p>\n THE GORDON BEAUMONT MEMORIAL AWARD, awarded to the deserving student who displays qualities of selflessness, humanitarian concern, and willingness to help others, as exemplified in the life of Gordon Beaumont. THE HENRY AND INEZ BROWN AWARD is awarded in recognition of outstanding participation in the College community. THE VIRGINIA HINKELMAN MEMORIAL AWARD is awarded to a deserving student who displays a deep concern for the well-being of children, as demonstrated through career goals in the field of child welfare. THE ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA MARIA LEONARD SENIOR BOOK AWARD, given to the Alpha Lambda Delta member graduating with the highest GPA. THE BABETTE TRADER CAMPUS CITIZENSHIP AND LEADERSHIP AWARD, awarded to that member of the graduating class, who has most successfully combined campus citizenship and leadership with scholarship. THE MAYNARD OWEN WILLIAMS MEMORIAL AWARD, for the best student entry in the form of an essay, poetry, paintings, sketches, photographs, or films derived from Study Abroad. The Mary Jane Underwood Stryker Center for Civic Engagement recognizes THE HAM SCHOLARS, who work through community partnerships to empower girls and young women to lead and advocate. The Mary Jane Underwood Stryker Institute for Service-Learning recognizes LAPLANTE STUDENT SCHOLARS who have shown outstanding dedication to civic engagement and who design and lead community programs that promote a more just, equitable and sustainable world. The Mary Jane Underwood Stryker Center for Civic Engagement recognizes the VIBBERT SCHOLARS, students who honor and exemplify the life and spirit of Stephanie Vibbert–scholar, activist, poet, feminist and artist–by leading programs that promote equity and justice through the arts and feminist organizing. The Mary Jane Underwood Stryker Center for Civic Engagement recognizes the DEMOORE\/VONK SCHOLARS, students who \u201ccarry on the work of Howard DeMoore and Tony Vonk … by turning lives around,\u201d working with incarcerated youth and adults and promoting restorative justice. THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP RECOGNITION AWARD is awarded to students who have provided key elements of leadership in their organizations, athletic teams, academic departments, employment, and the wider Kalamazoo community.\u00a0 Students were nominated by faculty and staff members in January.\u00a0 Seniors eligible for this award also had to meet a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average requirement and be in good academic and social standing at the College. Congratulations to the following Kalamazoo College students, who received awards during the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 13, 2015, in Stetson Chapel. The awards include all academic divisions, prestigious scholarships, and special non-departmental awards. Again, congratulations to all graduates and members of the Class of 2015. 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