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BGSU Firelands Recognition Program Honors Students, Staff
April 25, 2014 | Leave a Comment
Huron, Ohio – The 45 Annual Recognition Program at Bowling Green State University Firelands College was held on Friday, April 25 at 6 p.m. in the Cedar Point Center. The following staff and students received awards:
STUDENT AWARDS
| Amy Salmons | Berlin Heights | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Brittany Graves | Huron | Society of the Flame |
| Brittany Graves | Huron | Building Blocks to the Future |
| Janet Keiffer | Huron | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Kelsey Hammond | Huron | Society of the Flame |
| Kelsey Hammond | Huron | Windows to the Future |
| Kim Creque | Huron | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Talon Smith | Huron | Windows to the Future |
| Talon Smith | Huron | Criminal Justice Award |
| Terri Horvatich | Huron | Outstanding Theatre Participant 2013-2014 |
| Tessa Lamar | Huron | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Thomas Chapman | Huron | Society of the Flame |
| Thomas Chapman | Huron | Dean’s University Scholarship Award |
| Travis Skelly | Lorain | Society of the Flame |
| Rachael Cummings | Milan | Building Blocks to the Future |
| Tyler Voltz | Milan | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Richard Amezquita | Monroeville | Outstanding Acting Award 2013-14 |
| Kelly Snay | Norwalk | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Deborah Carden | Port Clinton | Society of the Flame |
| Tony Kaiser | Port Clinton | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| D’Sha Edge | Sandusky | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Keli Daugherty | Sandusky | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Lacey Miller | Sandusky | Theatre Meritorious Service Awards |
| Paul Maier | Sandusky | Theatre Outstanding Technical Award 2013-2014 |
| Brendon Fox | Wakeman | Outstanding Theatre Participant 2012-2014 |
Description of Select Student Awards
Dean’s University Scholarship Award:
Thomas Chapman Huron
The Dean’s University Scholarship award, established in 1998, was made possible through a generous contribution from the Frost-Parker Foundation and a matching gift from the BGSU Alumni Association. This $3,000 scholarship can be awarded annually to an outstanding BGSU Firelands junior who will transition to the BG campus in the fall.
BGSU Firelands Society of the Flame Award:
The Society of the Flame is an honorary society in which students are inducted on the basis of academic achievement, participation in a variety of campus programs, organizations, and general display of leadership on the campus based on the following criteria:
- Academic Excellence (3.25 GPA or above)
- Completed a minimum of 40 semester hours including current semester
- Active participation in a variety of campus programs
- Consistent display of leadership
BGSU Firelands Building Blocks to the Future Awards:
Each year BGSU Firelands recognizes those students who, during a one-year period, have provided outstanding service to the College. A candidate cannot receive this award and the Window to the Future Award.
- Candidates must be registered BGSU Firelands students for a minimum of 20 credit hours per year (fall and spring).
- Candidates must have established a 2.00 GPA.
- The academic year of eligibility shall consist of in chronological order: the summer, fall and spring semesters of the academic year for which the award is to be given.
- Candidates must have demonstrated contributions in multiple experiences during the academic year. The purpose is to recognize persons who have contributed in a variety of ways rather than through a singular experience or student organization.
BGSU Firelands Window to the Future Awards:
Each year BGSU Firelands recognizes those students who have provided outstanding continuous service (more than one year) to the College based on the following criteria:
- Must be BGSU Firelands students who have completed a minimum of 40 hours.
- Must have at least 2.00 GPA
- Must have demonstrated contributions in multiple experiences during their tenure at BGSU Firelands, rather than a singular experience or student organization.
- A first year student is not eligible for this award.
2013-2014 Student Government Appreciation Awards:
Rachael Cummings President Milan
Kelsey Hammond Vice-President Huron
Kori Hammond Secretary Huron
Thomas Chapman Treasurer Huron
Brittany Graves Campus Activities Chair Huron
STAFF AND COMMUNITY AWARDS
Links to Progress Award
HOPE Club
This award is presented to the person or organization of the campus community that has been a significant link in the chain of growth of BGSU Firelands. This person or organization must have been instrumental in linking the college to the broader human community. (See separate release for additional details)
Creative Scholar Award
Theodore R. Bach Lakewood
This award may be given annually to any full-time BGSU Firelands faculty member (in his/her third year or beyond) for outstanding scholarly or creative accomplishments during the previous three years. (See separate release for additional details)
Community Service Award
Jayne Yost, Macy’s Systems & Technology Milan
The community service award is given to an individual or organization from the community who has, in an extraordinary manner, participated in the growth, development or promotion of BGSU Firelands and the Firelands community. (See separate release for additional details)
Dean’s Special Recognition Award
Julie Hamann Port Clinton
This special recognition award may be given annually to individual faculty members, administrators, classified staff, or members of collaborative teams who have made exceptionally meritorious contributions in support of the mission of BGSU Firelands. Awards may be used to recognize career achievements as well as recent accomplishments. (See separate release for additional details)
Distinguished Part-Time Teacher Award:
Ginger Packert Norwalk
This award is bestowed annually to a part-time faculty member or administrative staff member who teaches at BGSU Firelands and demonstrates commitment to and excellence in the art of teaching. (See separate release for additional details)
Distinguished Teacher Award
Julie Didelot Castalia
This award is bestowed annually to a full-time faculty member who demonstrates commitment to and exemplifies excellence in the art of teaching. Persons may be nominated by any member of the BGSU Firelands community or by college alumni. (See separate release for additional details)
Service Recognition for Faculty and Staff:
5 Years of Service:
Gordon A. Brown Norwalk
Deborah J. Carden Port Clinton
Kelly J. Cusack Maumee
Carolyn R. Griswold Sandusky
Hossein Gharanfoli Norwalk
Sue Ellen McComas Huron
Thomas W. McGory Castalia
Amy Jo Planthaber Sandusky
Wendy M. Steinmetz Sandusky
Kevin S. Wilczak Milan
Raymond A. Young Huron
10 Years of Service:
Cynthia M. Bailey Castalia
Sandra V. DiCarlo Vermilion
Linda P. Cornell Milan
15 Years of Service:
William J. Huepenbecker Huron
Michael A. Kimaid Perrysburg
Tamara J. May Norwalk
Sharon R. Velliquette Huron
20 Years of Service:
M. Maria Berger Huron
Julie A. Hamann Port Clinton
Scott A. Lizzi Sandusky
Ludmyla Tatiana Panas Sandusky
Roddy C. Roark Norwalk
D. David Sapp Berlin Heights
25 Years of Service:
Karen Page Osterling Huron
30 Years of Service
William K. Balzer Perrysburg
JoEtta Crupi Huron
Christopher J. Mruk Sandusky
45 Years of Service:
Joel Rudinger Huron
For additional information or photos, contact Dean Schnurr, director of marketing and community relations, at 419.372.0613 or via e-mail at dschnur@bgsu.edu
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