UNE 2011 undergraduate awards honor student and faculty achievements

The University of New England 2011 Annual Undergraduate Awards Ceremony on April 19, 2011 honored undergraduate students, faculty and staff who have excelled in scholarship and in their contributions to the University's collegiate community.

Among those honored were Jennifer S. Tuttle, associate professor of English and Language Studies, who received The Kenneally Cup for Distinguished Academic Service to undergraduate students; Amy E. Keirstead, Ph.D., assistant professor of chemistry, who received the Debra J. Summers Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence; and Alexandra E. Panaitiu '11, a biochemistry major, who received the Jacques Downs Award for Academic Excellence.

Faculty & Staff Awards

The Kenneally Cup

For Distinguished Academic Service to undergraduate students by a faculty or staff member. The award is named in honor of Dr. Raymond Kenneally, whose distinguished career at UNE, the former St. Francis College, spanned 26 years as a faculty member and Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences.

Recipient
Jennifer S. Tuttle, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of English and Language Studies
Dorothy M. Healy Chair in Literature and Health

The Debra J. Summers Award for Teaching Excellence

Recipient
Amy E. Keirstead, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry and Physics

Nominees
Robert F. Alegre
Ayala Cnaan
Elizabeth DeWolfe
Brian Duff
Amy E. Keirstead
Shawn Keough
Bradley Moser
Jerome Mullin
Julie Peterson
Shireen Rahman
Nancy Rankin
Christopher Rizzo
Daniel A. Rothermel
James A. Sulikowski
Camille K. Vande Berg

Student Awards - University

The Jacques Downs Award for Academic Excellence

For the most accomplished student in the senior class. Considerations for this award include academic achievement, scholarly work, and service.

Recipient
Alexandra E. Panaitiu
Class of: 2011
Major: Biochemistry
Home Town: Sfintu Gheorghe, Romania

Nominees
Alexandra V. Armstrong
Ashley E. Bergquist
Angelica M. Jarmusz
Travis S. McCafferty
Chelsey A. Meszaros
Alexandra E. Panaitiu
Joshua K. Saucier
Briana L. White

The Junior Award for Academic Excellence

For the undergraduate Junior who has excelled in his/her academics. Service contributions are also considered.

Recipient
Wai Pok Vernon Chan
Class of: 2012
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Hong Kong

Nominees
Lauren Ball
Wai Pok Vernon Chan
Jennifer L. Christman
Briana W. Chu
Joseph G. Gousse
Tristian M. Rowe

The Sophomore Award for Academic Excellence

For the undergraduate Sophomore who has excelled in his/her academics. Service contributions are also considered.

Recipient
Lindsay M. Forrette
Class of: 2013
Major: Animal Behavior
Home Town: Chicopee, MA

Nominees
Amanda L. Bombard
Brent F. Bourgeois
Jeffrey G. Duplisea
Lindsay M. Forrette
Lindsey M. Lehoux
Colin A. Longhurst
Cassidy D. Peterson
Erik S. Poitras
Hayley M. Townsend
Ethan G. Wells

The Community Service Award

For any undergraduate who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to service others in the University or greater community. Academic achievement must also have been demonstrated.

Recipient
Daniel M. Kelleher
Class of: 2011
Major: Applied Exercise Science
Home Town: Norton, MA

Nominees
Sean B. Doyle
Daniel M. Kelleher
Ryan Kingston

The Student Leader Award

For any undergraduate student who has demonstrated excellence in leadership at the University. The nominee should demonstrate a commitment to excellence that results in positive change in the University community, possess a balanced collegiate lifestyle, and serve as a role model. Academic achievements are also considered.

Recipient
Chelsey A. Meszaros
Class of: 2011
Major: Sport Management
Home Town: North Clarendon, VT

Nominees
John A. Connell
Ahmed M. Elkady
Ryan Kingston
Chelsey A. Meszaros
Kalyn R. Sullivan
Andrew P. Varelas
Ashley P. Walley

Scholar Athletes

The University of New England Female and Male Athlete of the Year Awards are given to deserving student-athletes in their senior year. Nominations are submitted by the UNE Coaching Staff, and selections are voted on by that group. Consideration is given to nominees’ academic record, athletic achievements, and evidence of sportsmanship. Any leadership positions or community service involvement are also taken into consideration as nominations are evaluated

Recipients
Carrie M. Bunnell
Scholar Athlete
Class of: 2011
Major: Applied Exercise Science
Home Town: Saint Johnsbury, VT

Michael F. Woods
Scholar Athlete
Class of: 2011
Major: Applied Exercise Science
Home Town: Kittery Point, ME

Student Awards - Academic Department Awards

(in alphabetical order by Department)

Gale K. Loescher
Department of Biology Outstanding Student - Biological Sciences
Class of: 2011
Major: Biological Sciences
Home Town: Clinton, CT

Jacob A. Smead
Department of Biology Outstanding Student, Aquaculture and Aquarium Science
Class of: 2011
Major: Aquaculture & Aquarium Science
Home Town: Heath, MA

Pratik S. Shah
Department of Biology Outstanding Student - Medical Biology
Class of: 2011
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Galloway, NJ

Alexandra V. Armstrong
Department of Business and Communications Outstanding Student - Business
Class of: 2011
Major: Business Administration
Home Town: Camden, ME

Edward R. Baldasaro
Department of Business and Communications Outstanding Student - Communications
Class of: 2011
Major: Communications
Home Town: Londonderry, NH

Travis S. McCafferty
Department of Business and Communications Outstanding Student - Communications
Class of: 2011
Major: English
Home Town: Woodville, ME

Chelsey A. Meszaros
Department of Business and Communication Outstanding Student - Sport Management
Class of: 2011
Major: Sport Management
Home Town: North Clarendon, VT

Mandy Rancourt
Department of Business and Communications Outstanding Student - Business
Class of: 2011
Major: Business Administration
Home Town: Beecher Falls, VT

Kyle Draleau
Department of Chemistry and Physics The American Institute of Chemists Student Award - Biochemistry
Class of: 2011
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Shirley, MA

Robyn M. Gaudet
Department of Chemistry and Physics The American Institute of Chemists Student Award - Chemistry
Class of: 2011
Major: Chemistry
Home Town: Ayer, MA

Robyn M. Gaudet
Department of Chemistry & Physics Physics Maine Section American Chemical Society Award
Class of: 2011
Major: Chemistry
Home Town: Ayer, MA

Alexandra E. Panaitiu
Department of Chemistry and Physics Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Biochemistry
Home Town: Sfintu Gheorghe, Romania

Catherine A. Dunbar
Department of Creative and Fine Arts Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Psychobiology
Home Town: West Glover, VT

Tanya L. Blowey
Department of Education Outstanding Student (Elementary Level)
Class of: 2011
Major: Elementary Education
Home Town: Northwood, NH

William J. Querry
Department of Education Outstanding Student (Secondary Level)
Class of: 2011
Major: Psychobiology
Home Town: Portland, ME

Jaclyn E. Proulx
Department of English & Language Studies Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: English
Home Town: Concord, NH

Chloe B. Crettien
Department of Environmental Studies Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Environmental Science
Home Town: Hopkinton, MA

Joshua K. Saucier
Department of History Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: History
Home Town: Millinocket, ME

Troy D. Wilcox
Department of Marine Sciences Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Marine Biology
Home Town: Washburn, ME

Adriana N. Eurich
Department of Mathematical Sciences Outstanding Student
Class of: 2013
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Millinocket, ME

Maxwell J. Adomaitis
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Fitchburg, MA

Shannon M. Roche
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Medical Biology-Medical Sciences
Home Town: Northbridge, MA

Ashley E. Bergquist
Department of Political Science Outstanding Student Pre-Law
Class of: 2011
Major: Political Science
Home Town: Royalston, MA

Justin J. Davis
Department of Political Science Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Political Science
Home Town: Windham, ME

Ashley E. Moore
Department of Psychology, Outstanding Student Psychology
Class of: 2011
Major: Psychology
Home Town: Berlin, NH

Alexandra E. Panaitiu
Department of Psychology Outstanding Student Neuroscience
Class of: 2011
Major: Biochemistry
Home Town: Sfintu Gheorghe, Romania

Christina E. Perazio
Department of Psychology Outstanding Student Psychobiology
Class of: 2011
Major: Psychobiology
Home Town: Tannersville, PA

Amanda M. Simmons
Department of Sociology Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Medical Biology/Pre-Physician Assistant
Home Town: East Hartford, CT

Elyse Johnson
Women's and Gender Studies Jessica Cox Henderson 1886 Award for Activism
Class of: 2012
Major: Neuroscience
Home Town: Barre, MA

Jennifer Stenberg
Women's and Gender Studies Program Outstanding Student
Class of: 2011
Major: Associate Degree Nursing
Home Town: Portland, ME