H O F S T R A STUDENT L E A D E R S H I P AWARDS Leading With Pride and Purpose Since 1935
Sunday, April 26, 2020, at 2 p.m.
WELCOME
Gabrielle St. Léger, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
OPENING REMARKS
W. Houston Dougharty, Vice President for Student Affairs
GOLD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY RECOGNITION
Presented by Denise Boneta, Associate Director for Student Leadership and Engagement
Gold Leadership Academy
The Gold Leadership Academy is a select cohort of students who have demonstrated significant commitment to the campus community, and have dedicated the past academic year to furthering their leadership development.
Members: AnneMarie Bastone ‘21, Adam Brownstein ‘20, Tsering Chophel ‘20, Gaetana D’Auria ‘20,
Emily Fontanetta ‘21, Taylor Harris ‘20, Amanda Kruse ‘20, Gabrielle McLeod ‘21, Stephanie Ramirez ‘20, Ashlei Rivera ’21, Visvajit Sriramrajan ’21, Tara Stark ‘21, Phaedra Thomas ’21
STUDENT ACCESS SERVICES RECOGNITION
Presented by Julie Yindra, Director, Student Access Services
Delta Alpha Pi
Hofstra’s Student Access Services recognizes the inductees of the Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society for their academic accomplishments and commitment to disability advocacy.
Inductees: Scott Brooks ‘20, Ryan Brotter ‘20, AnneMarie Busche ‘21, Gabriel Calderon ‘20, Tonia Crawford ‘20, Micayla Gershkowitz ‘22, Kassandra Goodniss ‘22, Sarah Graziano ‘22, Christopher Heilig ‘21, Mark Herron ‘22, Anne Marie Kellogg ‘21, Laura Kessler ‘22, William King ’20, Nicole Logan ‘22, Harrison Ludwig ‘22, Noah Masi ‘22, Meaghan Minogue ‘21, Lior Molder ‘21, Alexandra Peskin ‘20, Sasha Pezenik ‘20, Miranda Pino ‘20, Rachel Roth ‘20, Alishbah Saddiqui ’20, Rebecca Skolnick ’20, Elizabeth Spurlock ‘22, Josette Vail ’21, Adam Witek ‘20
CENTER FOR UNIVERSITY ADVISING AWARD
Presented by Marc Oppenheim, Dean, Center for University Advising
Leader of the Pack
This award is presented to a student employee in the Center for University Advising who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and attention to detail, delivered fantastic customer service, and helped drive and motivate student success.
Nominee: Marissa Corrado ‘20
CENTER FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Presented by Stephanie Hricko-Gauss, Director of Academic Success Programs
Individual Tutor of the Year
This award recognizes a tutor’s dedication to helping their peers achieve academic success. The Individual Tutor of the Year demonstrates patience and care with all students. They work hard to instill in their students a true appreciation for their subject and a passion for learning.
Nominees: Noah Galietta ’20, Julie Grzybowski ’20 Group Tutor of the Year
This award recognizes a tutor’s dedication to helping their peers achieve academic success. The Group Tutor of the Year possesses the ability to balance the varying needs of multiple students in a group setting while also building a sense of community. They work hard to promote a better understanding and appreciation for their subject.
Nominee: Chloe Hovhannissian ‘20
THE CAREER CENTER AWARDS
Presented by Michelle Kyriakides, Executive Director of The Career Center
Hofstra Undergraduate Intern of the Year
This award recognizes an outstanding student for significant contributions made during an internship related to their career path. Applicants must be current undergraduate students at Hofstra and may be nominated by a faculty member, employer, or themselves for internships completed in the spring, summer, or fall 2019 terms. The recipient has the ability to strongly connect their role at the internship to their career aspirations and demonstrate the impact of their work on the mission of their organization.
Nominees: Gillian Greene ‘20, Arbaaz Khan ’20, Lilly Tennyson ‘21, Vincenzo Vitale ‘21 Hofstra Graduate Student Staff of the Year
This award is presented to a graduate student in an hourly, assistantship, or intern position at Hofstra who has gone above and beyond the basics of their role to make significant contributions to their department while advancing in their own career goals. Applicants must be current graduate students at Hofstra and may be nominated by their administrative supervisor for positions held during the 2019-2020 academic year. The recipient has the ability to strongly connect their role to their career aspirations and demonstrate the impact of their work on the mission of their department and Hofstra University.
Nominees: Kelsey Colberg ‘21, Ashe Davis ‘20, Chris Gadd ‘20, Michael Goldin ’21, Jennifer Posner ‘21, Kari Schaefer ‘20
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AFFAIRS AWARD
Presented by Anne Mongillo, Director of International Student Affairs
Globie Award
This award recognizes an individual who exemplifies a dedication to furthering the mission and vision of International Student Affairs and expanding the presence of the international community at Hofstra.
Nominee: Visvajit Sriramrajan ‘21
RESIDENCE LIFE AWARDS
Presented by Beth McGuire, Senior Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life; Russ Smith, Associate Director of Residence Life
Residence Life Program of the Year
This award recognizes a Residence Life organization or one or more resident assistants that have gone above and beyond in building community through programming. Programs can be centered around educational, social, or community development.
Nominees: Sean Runkle ‘20 (After Parkland Screening); Emily Green ‘20 (Be Your Own Bae); Natalie Evans ‘20, Lexi Kane ’20, and Pauline Medina-Fournier ’20 (Dippin’ It Up); Stuyvesant’s International Exploration LLC (International Cookbook); Residence Hall Association (Roll with RHA); Danny Morgan ‘21 and Ashlei Rivera ’21 (What is C-Square Thankful For) Unsung Hero
This award is presented to a student who provides the greatest contribution to their staff team with the least amount of fanfare, and whose contributions are instrumental to the success of their team.
Nominees: Noelle Arcaro ‘21, Gina Ferrara ’21, Benjamin Johnson ‘21, Jesse Kellogg ’20, Arbaaz Khan ‘20, Natalie Lorenzo ‘20, Jenny Maldonado ‘20, Matthew Mayer ‘22, Jenna Reda ‘21, Sarah Rodgers ’20, Fatima Sonday ‘22, Colleen Todd ‘20 Residence Council of the Year
This award is given to the individual building or area of the Residence Council that has demonstrated the greatest growth and/or commitment to its resident student population.
Nominee: Nassau/Suffolk Residence Council
Residential Student of the Year
This award is presented to the student who has had the greatest impact on the residential community, and who has also made strides to enhance life on campus by their participation in or through initiatives that have improved the quality of the community as a whole.
Nominees: Kayla Johnson ’22, Colleen Todd ‘20 Residential Staff Member of the Year
This award is given to the resident assistant who has shown the greatest dedication to their staff and residential community.
Nominees: Giorgio Aviani ‘21, Annemarie Bastone ‘21, Monica Boretsky ‘20, Natalie Evans ‘20, Zain Farooqui ’20, Pauline Medina-Fournier ‘20, Hannah Kinne ‘21, Natalie Lorenzo ‘20, Justin Murray ‘20, Michael O’Malley ‘21, Ashlei Rivera ‘21, Breanna Schneebeli ‘20, Mackenzie Scott ‘20, Alice Snook ‘20, Sophia Vendetti ‘20, Zoe Vendetti ‘20
STUDENT ADVOCACY AND PREVENTION AWARENESS AND COMMUTING STUDENT SERVICES AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH AWARDS
Presented by Zaibis Muñoz, Assistant Dean and Director of Student Advocacy and Prevention Awareness; Anita Ellis, Director of Off-Campus Living and Community Outreach; Max Kutsch, Graduate Assistant of Student Advocacy and Prevention Awareness
Good Neighbor Award
This award is presented to either an individual or group of students who reside off campus and develop relationships with their neighbors. They strive to embody the PRIDE Values in the community, educating themselves and other students who live off campus by demonstrating exemplary leadership, organization, and hospitality.
Nominee: Alpha Theta Beta Outstanding Commuter of the Year
This award recognizes a junior or senior commuting student leader. The student demonstrates mastery in multitasking in a variety of activities, both inside and outside the Hofstra community.
Nominees: Hayley Bono ‘20, Shania Figueroa ’21, Brynne Levine ‘20 Access Mentor of the Year
This award recognizes the access mentor who encourages and promotes Hofstra’s longstanding commitment to equality and access. The mentor offers disability-related support, education, and resources to new Hofstra students.
Nominees: Lalita Hainauth ‘20, Vincent Paterno ‘20 Commuter Mentor of the Year
This award acknowledges a commuter mentor who has gone above and beyond their duty to ensure that new commuting students are comfortable at school and learn to call Hofstra home.
Nominee: Vivian Argoty ‘20 Diversity Mentor of the Year
This award recognizes a diversity peer mentor who embodies the PRIDE Values, as well as supports and stands in solidarity with those who are marginalized or underrepresented as they transition into the Hofstra community.
Nominee: Visvajit Sriramrajan ‘21 Global Mentor of the Year
This award acknowledges a global mentor who serves as an intercultural liaison while adding significant value to the international student experience.
Nominee: Jao Plengpojjanart ‘20
PRISM Mentor of the Year
This award recognizes a PRISM mentor who has gone above and beyond to serve as a role model, advocate, and supporter for LGBTQ+ students at Hofstra.
Nominees: Jason Lieberman ‘22, Raymond Soeun ‘20 Transfer Mentor of the Year
This award acknowledges a transfer mentor who offers peer guidance and social support to transfer students as they transition to life at Hofstra.
Nominees: Laila Drosman ’21, Lalita Hainauth ‘20 Service Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that is committed to community involvement and provides consistent contributions through sponsored or co-sponsored events/activities. The organization exemplifies a spirit of involvement at Hofstra by exposing students to the art of philanthropy and service learning.
Nominees: American Cancer Society on Campus, Hofstra’s Habitat for Humanity
CAMPUS RECREATION AWARDS
Presented by Adrienne Kravitz, Associate Director of Campus Recreation; Austin Hargett, Assistant Director of Campus Recreation
Most Improved Club Sport of the Year
This award is given to a club that demonstrated marked improvement in their operations, fundraising, membership, and competitive achievements.
Nominees: Hofstra Esports, Hofstra Men’s Rugby, Hofstra Men’s Ultimate Frisbee, Hofstra Pep Band, Hofstra Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Outstanding Intramural Sportsmanship Award
This award honors a group of intramural participants who have demonstrated excellent sportsmanship while setting a positive example for their team and all participants during intramural competition.
Nominee: Hofstra Globetrotters Spirit Support Student Leader of the Year
This award recognizes a student leader who has displayed their Hofstra Pride by excelling in academic pursuits, motivating Spirit Support members, and contributing their time and energy at athletic and special events both on and off campus.
Nominees: Marissa Cannella ‘20, Dot Clark ‘20, Pietro D’Angelo ’20, Dominic Schiraldi ‘21, Lauren Zaremba ‘21 Club Sport Athlete of the Year
This award is given to a club sport athlete who exemplifies the true spirit of athleticism and teamwork both on and off the field. The student-athlete has demonstrated achievement in the areas of membership involvement, leadership opportunities, community service, campus visibility, and athletic performance.
Nominee: Ricardo Lopez ‘20 Club Sport Leader of the Year
This award is given to a club sport leader who has made significant contributions to their club both on and off the field. The recipient has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and has served the members of their organization well.
Nominees: Sean Cafferty ‘21, Helen Copp ‘21, Heather Konefsky ‘21, Francis Larkin ‘21, Katherine Rozek ‘20, Kyle Sommerlad ‘20, Victoria Wetmore ‘21
Club Sport of the Year
This award is given to a club that exemplifies the true spirit of athleticism and teamwork both on and off the field. The club has demonstrated achievement in the areas of membership involvement, leadership opportunities, community service, campus visibility, and athletic performance.
Nominees: Hofstra Club Softball, Hofstra eSports, Hofstra Pep Band, Hofstra Rock Climbing
OFFICE OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND ENGAGEMENT AWARDS
Presented by Stan Cherian, Director of Orientation and Associate Director for Student Leadership and Engagement; Samantha Kloeckener-Soszynski, Assistant Director for Student Leadership and Engagement
Media Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that excels in the field of media through promotion, publications, and overall excellence. The organization exemplifies the spirit of involvement at Hofstra University.
Nominees: The Hofstra Chronicle, Hofstra Entertainment Access Television Network, Nonsense Humor Magazine Social/General Interest Organization of the Year
This award recognizes a social/general interest organization that has actively contributed over the past academic year to the programmatic or social landscape at Hofstra through intentional programs and experiences.
Nominees: Commuter Student Association, Overbooked, Working Title Performance Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that is committed to performance excellence and leadership through intentional performances throughout the Hofstra community and beyond. This organization exemplifies the spirit of involvement at Hofstra University.
Nominees: Danceworks Productions, The Hofbeats, Hofstra Ballroom & Latin Dance, Hofstra Dutchmen, IMANI Dance Ensemble, SP!T, Teaching Dance as Art Pre-Professional Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that is committed to academic excellence and leadership in its field through intentional interactions and the promotion of connections with professional organizations throughout the Hofstra community.
Nominees: Hofstra Model UN, Music & Entertainment Industry Student Association, Society of Women Engineers, Women in Cybersecurity Academic Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that is committed to academic excellence and student involvement and provides consistent contributions through sponsored or co-sponsored events/activities while working in collaboration with an academic program or interest.
Nominees: Biology Club, Neuroscience Club New Student Orientation Lasting Impact Award
This award is given to the orientation leader whose participation and contributions to the New Student Orientation program have positively and profoundly influenced the program, students, and Hofstra community at large.
Nominees: Matt Annunziata ‘21, Tony Beres ‘21, Tsering Chophel ‘20
Orientation Leader of the Year
This award is presented to the orientation leader who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the New Student Orientation program and the Hofstra community. The recipient has demonstrated tireless dedication to welcoming Hofstra’s incoming class and has supported their staff by leading with character and kindness, and continually instilling a sense of pride in the work done.
Nominees: Alisha Ciunci ‘21, Ashlei Rivera ‘21, Tara Stark ‘21, Emma Trombetta ‘21
FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE AWARDS
Presented by Alex Federico, Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life; Thomas Pfingst, Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Anita Ellis Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship award is given to a member of the fraternity and sorority community who is actively involved in their chapter and the community as a whole at Hofstra.
Nominees: Annemarie Bastone ‘21, Gianna Mitchell ‘21 Fraternity and Sorority Spirit Award
This award is given to a chapter who exemplifies the concept of positive interfraternal relationships among the Hofstra fraternity and sorority community while succeeding in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and member development. The chapter supports other organizations in their endeavors and recognizes those who are succeeding. This organization is one that is always there to lend a helping hand or supportive stance when other chapters are in need.
Nominees: Delta Phi Epsilon, Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity and Sorority Life Emerging Leader
This award is given to a Greek Life member who was initiated in the previous academic year and whose participation and contribution to fraternity and sorority life profoundly influenced their chapter and the Hofstra community at large. The recipient’s innovative spirit and dedication helped make significant and lasting improvements to the chapter and/or the community.
Nominees: Annemarie Bastone ‘21, Christina Bilotti ‘20, Johnathan Medina ‘22, Joanne Peragine ‘20, Jillian Salis ‘22, Nathan Walters ’23, Dylan Zack ‘22 Fraternity and Sorority Life Program of the Year
This award is given to an organization that has demonstrated remarkable dedication and made a positive difference in the Hofstra community and beyond during the previous academic year.
Nominees: Phi Alpha Delta (Bracelet Making for NYU Winthrop Hospital), Phi Kappa Theta (Bleachy Bois), Pi Kappa Alpha (Fireman’s Challenge), Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. (Poodles ‘N Pink Breast Cancer Luncheon) Fraternity and Sorority Life Leaders of the Year
This award recognizes two Greek Life leaders for their outstanding and continued service to the Greek community; strong academic records; significant campus and community participation; strong personal character; and confidence and leadership as a positive role model. The recipients should be widely known and highly regarded in the Greek community for their lasting contributions.
Nominees: Annemarie Bastone ‘21, Lauren Burke ‘20, Carlos Gregory ‘21, Charles Keefe ‘20, Amanda Kruse ‘20, Joanne Peragine ‘20, Alana Reyes ‘20, Marissa Santorelli ‘20 Chapter of the Year
This is the most prestigious award a fraternity or sorority chapter can receive at Hofstra and, as such, represents the ideal chapter.
Nominees: Alpha Kappa Psi, Phi Alpha Delta, Phi Sigma, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
INTERCULTURAL ENGAGEMENT AND INCLUSION AWARDS
Presented by Gillian Atkinson, Associate Director for Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion; Amanda DelGaudio, Assistant Director for Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion
Commitment to the Dream Award
The Commitment to the Dream Award recognizes an individual who has displayed a commitment to inclusion at Hofstra University. The award recipient has contributed to the growth of the institution and has repeatedly broken down barriers in order to establish engagement with their peers around societal issues.
Nominee: Valerie Pierre ‘20 Faith-Based Organization of the Year
This award is given to an organization that adds to the faith-based landscape at Hofstra by providing resources for the community as a whole and advocating for strong involvement in a faith-centered life.
Nominees: Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Hofstra Hillel, Hofstra Newman Club Intercultural Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that has demonstrated the characteristics of an empowered student organization and inclusivity of all cultural backgrounds, and has created a safe space for peers. The organization must have demonstrated various forms of social justice advocacy as well as offered programming that enriches other students educationally and socially throughout the year.
Nominee: Hofstra Organization for Latinx Americans Politically/Socially Active Organization of the Year
This award recognizes an organization that best exemplifies a spirit of social or political activism and social change through programmatic and community-building efforts for both Hofstra and the greater Long Island community.
Nominee: GiveKindnessHU Hofstra Outstanding Pride Experience (HOPE) Award
This award recognizes one or more programs that have challenged students to think critically about issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and identity. The program or programs should have provided a space to positively engage in dialogue and action centered on these topics, as well as educated and celebrated the community at large, while highlighting the diverse student experience at Hofstra University
Nominee: South Asian Students Alliance (The Multicultural Mixer) Rising Star Award
This award recipient is a student who has risen to the occasion and become involved with Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion’s mission on campus. The student has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, shown superb teamwork and selflessness, and volunteered their time to better themselves and the Hofstra community.
Nominees: Arsalan Jamal ‘22, Leah Lane ‘20 Outstanding Ally of the Year
This award recognizes a faculty or staff member who has risen above the call of duty, volunteering their time inside and/or outside of the classroom to mentor, educate, and advocate for social justice and students at Hofstra University. The recipient has demonstrated a commitment to advancing intercultural engagement and inclusion and has been vital in promoting social justice within the Hofstra community.
Nominees: Michael Accardo, Keesha Cameron, Theo Liebmann
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION AWARDS
Presented by Kathryn Harley ‘21, President, Student Government Association, 2019-2020
Most Accomplished SGA-Recognized Club
This award acknowledges an SGA-recognized club or organization for exceeding the expectations to which clubs and organizations are held. This award characterizes an organization that has increased campus engagement, established a positive presence and reputation, followed Hofstra policies, and enhanced the experience of Hofstra’s student population.
Nominees: Commuter Student Association, The Hofstra Chronicle, Hofstra Model UN, Hofstra Tabletop Gamers Club, National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Nonsense Humor Magazine Most Inspiring Student Leader
While there are many student leaders on campus who deserve recognition for their involvement every day, this award recognizes a student who exemplifies what it means to be a student leader. These qualities include inspiring peers to work harder, engaging others in the Hofstra community, and advocating for change.
Nominees: Rhea Bathija ‘20, Josh Castronuovo ‘21, Tsering Chophel ’20, Taylor Rose Clarke ’20, Elliot Colloton ‘22, Avalon Condzella ‘20, Khiya Connolly-Sisk ‘23, Jeremy Dowling ‘20, Sophie Kabel ‘20, Edden Kashi ‘20, Gopal Khandelwal ‘20, Brynne Levine ‘20, Catherine MacCarthy ‘20, Brittany McGowan ‘20, Perryhan Nassar ‘21, Michael O’Malley ‘21, Peter O’Malley ‘20, Sasha Pezenik ‘20, Tara Stark ‘21
DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS AWARDS
Presented by W. Houston Dougharty, Vice President for Student Affairs; Jean Peden Christodoulou, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs; Gabrielle St. Léger, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students
Bovenaan Award
This award was established in spring 1953 by the Student Faculty Affairs Committee. The award honors students whose co-curricular activities are characterized by variety and quality, and does not make a distinction within the areas of athletic, social, fraternal, religious, dramatic, musical, or political involvement, except to see that its recipients are active in more than one of these areas.
Nominees: Brandon Crofts ‘20, Amanda Kruse ‘20, Visvajit Sriramrajan ‘21 One Degree Award
This award recognizes a student who has had a positive impact on the campus community through direct involvement, attitude, diligence, leadership, and influence. The award is given to a student whose commitment has resulted in an organization or activity attaining a new level of achievement not possible without their participation.
Nominees: Sophie Kabel ’20, Dushyant Rakheja ‘21 Outstanding Program of the Year
This award is given to an organization that has demonstrated remarkable spirit and has made a positive difference at Hofstra University throughout the past academic year. The organization and its members demonstrate collaboration, creativity, and diversity in programs, as well as the ability to work as a team and display leadership.
Nominees: Danceworks Productions and Phi Delta Epsilon (Third Annual Dance Marathon); Her Campus Hofstra and De Moda (Clothing Swap); The Pride Network, Gender Identity Alliance, and Queer and Trans People of Color Coalition (12th Annual Drag Show)
Advisor of the Year
The recipient of this award must meet all the criteria set forth for faculty and staff. This professional consistently goes above and beyond in their advising of individual students and student clubs/organizations; is knowledgeable about Hofstra University’s policies, rules, and regulations; and demonstrates professionalism, character, and exceptional care toward students in the Hofstra community.
Nominees: Denise Boneta, Amanda Del Gaudio, Samantha Kloeckener-Soszynski, Teresa Whitfield New Student of the Year
Candidates for this award are new students who began their involvement right from the start and exemplify exceptional leadership qualities in co-curricular life at Hofstra University. The recipient demonstrates the ability to lead others and explore opportunities to expand their horizons, and is involved in campus organizations and campus-wide initiatives that serve both Hofstra University and the greater community.
Nominees: Alexandra Attilli ‘23, Khiya Connolly-Sisk ‘23, Alexis Gabel ‘23, Leah Gath ‘23, Augustine Mallous ‘23, Sameer Mamun ‘23, Tino Pattigno ‘23, Bryan Perez ‘23, Anna Proft ‘23, Nathan Walter ‘23 Sophomore of the Year
This award is given to two students of sophomore standing, as defined by the Hofstra University Undergraduate Bulletin, who exemplify exceptional leadership qualities in co-curricular life at Hofstra University. Recipients demonstrate the ability to lead others and explore opportunities to expand horizons, and are involved in campus organizations and campus-wide initiatives that serve both Hofstra University and the greater community.
Nominees: Yekini Abu ’22, Elliot Colloton ‘22, Nicholas Cote ‘22, Michael Roller ‘22 Junior of the Year
This award is given to two students of junior standing, as defined by the Hofstra University Undergraduate Bulletin, who exemplify exceptional leadership qualities in co-curricular life at Hofstra University. Recipients demonstrate the ability to lead others and explore opportunities to expand horizons, and are involved in campus organizations and campus-wide initiatives that serve both Hofstra University and the greater community.
Nominees: Kaylor Dimes ‘21, Benjamin Johnson ‘21, Madison Mento ‘21, Alexa Osner ‘21, Ashlei Rivera ‘21, Visvajit Sriramrajan ‘21, Tara Stark ‘21 Dr. Holly J. Seirup Award – Senior of the Year
This award is given to two students of senior standing, as defined by the Hofstra University Undergraduate Bulletin. Recipients demonstrate the ability to lead others and explore opportunities to expand horizons, and are involved in campus organizations and campus-wide initiatives that serve Hofstra University and the greater community. This is one of the most prestigious awards that a member of the senior class can receive at Hofstra University, as it commemorates Dr. Holly J. Seirup’s tireless dedication to and past efforts in enhancing campus life at Hofstra University.
Nominees: Sabrina Arevalo ‘20, Taylor Clarke ‘20, Natalie Evans ‘20, Zain Farooqui ‘20, Dara Gleeson ‘20, Kathryn Harley ‘20, Lexi Kane ‘20, Talia Kowalski ‘20, Amanda Kruse ‘20, Michael Lai ‘20, Catherine MacCarthy ‘20, Brittany McGowan ‘20, Eric McLenithan ‘20, Peter O’Malley ‘20, Sasha Pezenik ‘20, Rosaria Rielly ‘20, Katherine Rozek ‘20, Sean Runkle ‘20, Colleen Todd ‘20, Lyndsey Yackel ‘20
,. CLOSING REMARKS
Kathryn Harley ’20, President, Student Government Association, 2019-2020; Kaylor Dimes ’21, Vice President, Student Government Association, 2019-2020
H O F S T R A STUDENT L E A D E R S H I P AWARDS Leading With Pride and Purpose Since 1935