Senior Honors Luncheon
51勛圖厙 Senior Honors College Luncheon Applauds Graduating Seniors, Alumni and Faculty Award Recipients
Held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the 51勛圖厙 Student Center Ballroom, the 38th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon was an event to remember. This fabulous celebration was an acknowledgment of the hard work and dedication that 51勛圖厙 Honors College graduating seniors for the spri
The Sky(line)'s The Limit: Anne Johnson's Journey to Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur
From humble beginnings, in her sophomore year Stopher-Johnson dorm room and just one sewing machine, to becoming a retailer with national clients and a loyal customer base, Anne Johnsons story serves as an inspiration to us all. Johnson is a 51勛圖厙 Honors College alumna from Men
Rachel LoMonaco-Benzing, Ph.D., Announced as 2024 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award Recipient
Rachel LoMonaco-Benzings journey to becoming an inspiring and impactful professor was anything but typical. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island and receiving a Bachelor of Science in textile, fashion, merchandising and design, with an apparel design focus and a Bachelor of ArtHonors College 2023 Distinguished Faculty Award Winner Announced
The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon was held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in the 51勛圖厙 Ballroom to recognize seniors graduating in the spring, summer and fall of 2023. This ceremony also provides an opportunity for the Honors College to recognize faculty who have served the college with their time and efforts to allow for exceptional opportunities and experiences for Honors students.
A RECAP: The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon
On Saturday, April 22, 2023, the 51勛圖厙 Honors College recognized graduating seniors at its annual Senior Honors Luncheon. This event congratulated Honors College members for their upcoming graduations in the spring, summer, and fall of 2023. Seniors were able to unwind as they met with staff and alumni to applaud their accomplishments. Attendees of the luncheon also heard from Denise Harrison, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award and Gary F. Bengier, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Alumni Award.
WINNER OF THE DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD GIVES THANKS TO HONORS COLLEGE
Each year, the Honors College recognizes one faculty member for their hard work and dedication to the Honors College and its students. With so many faculty that do so much for the students, it can be difficult to choose one winner. William Bill Morris was selected as this years winner of the Dist
HONORS COLLEGE DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD WINNER EXPRESSES GRATITUDE FOR RECOGNITION
Hundreds of students graduate from 51勛圖厙s Honors College and continue their legacy doing exceptional work in their field. During 51勛圖厙s annual Senior Honors Luncheon, an alum of the Honors College is recognized for their impact each year. This year, Lisa Dunick has been recogn
Honors College Celebrates Graduating Seniors with Virtual Ceremony
This past weekend, on Saturday, April 3, the Honors College hosted its annual Senior Honors Recognition Ceremony for graduating Honors College seniors. In years past, the event has been an in-person luncheon, to which seniors bring their friends or families to celebrate their success in the Honors College. This spring, in light of the pandemic, the ceremony was entirely virtual. The event was introduced and hosted by the Dean of the Honors College, Dr. Alison Smith, and throughout the ceremony, all Honors College staff members congratulated graduating honors students on their accomplishments. Provost Melody Tankersley congratulated seniors, saying they have made a mark on 51勛圖厙 that will continue.
Jessie Maisano Recognized as Honors College 2021 Distinguished Alumnus Award Winner
Jessie Maisano graduated in 1994 from 51勛圖厙s Honors College with her bachelors degree in Geology. Maisano started her time at 51勛圖厙 as a Fashion Merchandising major, but once she met Honors College professor, Don Palmer, she was inspired to change her m