Student Leadership Awards
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About the Student Leadership Awards
Student Leadership Awards are presented to outstanding student leaders and student organizations to recognize students from all areas of campus life.
Award Descriptions
Organization Awards
- Student Organization Collaboration Award—Awarded to an organization that has demonstrated a commitment to collaborative programming, financial stewardship, and community outreach. Articulate the significant contributions the organization has made to Wright State and the community as a direct result of their collaborative initiatives.
- Student Organization Diversity & Inclusion Award—Awarded to a student organization that has demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and transformation initiatives for Wright State and the community.
- Student Organization of the Year Award—Awarded to a student organization that has planned and participated in campus events throughout the year. The winner of this award should have made a tremendous impact on Wright State's student body and community.
- Student Organization Program of the Year Award—Awarded to an organization that organized a phenomenal program impacting Wright State students and the community. Either in-person or virtual, these events or programs could focus on scholarship, leadership, social, student advocacy, health and wellness, or community service.
- Student Organization Service Award—Awarded to an organization that has demonstrated a commitment to serving Wright State, Greater Dayton, or other communities through outstanding philanthropic or community service initiatives.
Individual Awards
- Advanced Leader Award—Typically awarded to students of junior status who have gone above and beyond for their organization or community during the academic year and have demonstrated a commitment to Wright State’s mission through leadership, scholarship, and/or service.
- Advisor of the Year Award—Awarded to a recognized student organization advisor who has gone above and beyond in their role. This person has been a role model, a support source for students, and a guiding individual for student leadership.
- Emerging Leader Award—Typically awarded to first- or second-year students who have shown great leadership potential during the academic year and have demonstrated a commitment to Wright State’s mission through leadership, scholarship, and/or service.
- Established Leadership Award—Typically awarded to first- or second-year students who have shown great leadership growth during the academic year and have demonstrated a commitment to Wright State’s mission through leadership, scholarship, and/or service.
- Graduate Student Leader Award—Awarded to graduate students who have shown exemplary leadership qualities during the academic year through student organizations, service to the community, scholarship, and/or commitment to the advancement of Wright State’s mission and goals.
- Senior Leader Award—Awarded to seniors, graduating during fall or spring semester of this academic year, who have proven their leadership commitment at Wright State, made a lasting impact on the university and demonstrated a commitment to Wright State’s mission through leadership, scholarship, and/or service.
- Student Supporter of the Year Award—Awarded to any member of the Wright State community who has shown exemplary service to students and/or student organizations throughout the year.
Nominations
Students must be in good academic standing to be recognized.
Recipients
2021
36th Annual Student Leadership Awards
Student Organization Awards
- Collaboration Award: Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
- Diversity and Inclusion Award: Advocates for Cultural diversity and Excellence
- Organization of the Year: Collegiate eSports Club
- Program of the Year: Black Voices Matter and Candlelight Vigil (Black Student Union)
- Service Award: Compassion in Action
Individual Awards
Emerging Leader Award:
- Allie Bischoff
- Charline Phung
- Izabella Schenck
- Josie Marshall
- Kaci Lovejoy (distinguished)
- Kaitlyn Chrosniak
- Melody Roop
- Nic Studer
- Noah Kindig
- Tyler Scherer
Established Leader Award:
- Alexis Wisler
- Destiny Ellars
- Dylan Hall
- Garrett Regan
- Makenzie Hoeferlin (distinguished)
- Nick BenVenuto
- Roxanne Roessner
- Shanice White
- Shea Neal
- Sydney McGilton
Advanced Leader Award:
- Allison Harbaum
- Brittany Zazueta
- Dai’Shanae Moore
- Dorian Buford
- Dylan Collison
- Jacob O’Connor
- Logan Rex (distinguished)
- Renee Dollenmayer
- Ryan Slater
- Sabrina D’Alesandro
Senior Leader:
- Adrian Williams (distinguished)
- Alexandria Applin
- Brooke Neal
- Chiemeka Okafor
- Eli Smith
- Lacey Loges
- Nicole Oller
- Reilly Corbett
- Taylor Ronnebaum
- Tina Hohman
Advisor of the Year: Joy Gockel, Ph.D. (American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Engineers Without Borders)
Student Supporter of the Year: Laura Luehrmann, Ph.D.
Graduate Student Leader: Jacob Wells
2020
35th Annual Student Leadership Awards
Student Organization Awards
- Collaboration Award: Black Men on the Move
- Diversity and Inclusion Award: Fencing Club
- Organization of the Year: Engineers Without Borders
- Program of the Year: Raiderthon (Miracle Makers)
- Service Award: Relay for Life
Individual Awards
Emerging Leader Award:
- Dylan Collison
- Natalie Cunningham (distinguished)
- Dylan Hall
- Lauren Harris
- Makenzie Hoeferlin
- Benjamin Hollinger
- Hunter McCubbins
- Sydney McGilton
- Jacob O’Connor
- Roxanne Roessner
Established Leader Award:
- Dorian Buford
- Sabrina D’Alesandro (distinguished)
- Leah Dryden
- Allison Harbaurm
- Jacob Jones
- Sean McGraw
- Dai’shanae Moore
- Cody Pack
- Logan Rex
- Jeffrey Shehee
Advanced Leader Award:
- Samantha Baxter
- Kearstyn Bowen
- Aaron Brautigam (distinguished)
- Kara Combs
- Reilly Corbett
- Sydney Gower
- Alexis Hobbs
- Riley Plotner
- Nathen Price
- Shaddia Qasem
Senior Leader:
- Sarah Cavender (distinguished)
- Markayla Clayton
- B. Lenz
- Beth Metcalf
- Bentley Peed
- Austin Rex
- Petey Sanchez
- Milo Simpson
- Kendra Thibaut
- Tyler Willis
Advisor of the Year: Jeff Fleck (Club Bowling)
Student Supporter of the Year: Destinee Biesemeyer
Graduate Student Leader: Lauren MacGregor
2019
Student Organization Awards
- Collaboration Award: University Activities Board
- Community Service Award: Miracle Makers
- Diversity and Inclusion Award: Fraternity and Sorority Council
- Organization of the Year: Black Women Striving Forward
- Program of the Year: Raider Roundup (The '67 Society)
Individual Awards
Advisor of the Year: Mark Queen
Building Bridges Award: Melissa Guffey
Distinguished Graduate Student Leader: Loghan Young
Rising Star:
- Anna Baugham
- Anna VanDeWiele
- Anthony Genatempo
- Asad Ali
- Ashley Peeks
- Cloe Snyder
- Darnell (Adrian) Williams (distinguished)
- James Curlis
- Kara Combs
- Logan Rex
- Tori Flanigan
Senior Leader:
- Brenna Childers
- Daniel Palmer
- Doug Benedict (distinguished)
- Gina Gano
- Hannah Hays
- Holley Mapel
- Jasmine Howell
- Lauren Pelan
- Maggi Hole
- Sarah Christy
Sustainability Leadership Award:
- Adam Wightman
- Ariel Ya'akov
- Austin Rex
- Collin Jones
- Dana Reed
- Evan Sumlin
- Jacquelyn Smith
- Katelyn Adams
- Markayla Clayton (distinguished)
- Ryan Oates
Visionary Leadership Award:
- Aaron Brautigam
- Carolyn Breining
- Ivan Mallett
- John (Tyler) Rupert
- Kaitlyn Ellison
- Kendra Thibaut
- Reilly Corbett
- Sarah Cavender (distinguished)
- Seara Kim
- Trent Fuller
2018
Student Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Student Government Association
- Outstanding Community Service: Engineers Without Borders
- Diversity: Black Women Striving Forward
- Innovation for Outstanding Organization: University Activities Board
Individual Awards
Advanced Graduate Leader: Jing Tan
Advanced Student Leader:
- Katharine Adams
- Sarah Christy
- Katelyn Howard (distinguished)
- Jasmine Howell
- Jordan Jones
- Holley Mapel
- Daniel Palmer
- Sydney Plotner
- Nathan Price
- Nichole Stephan
- Cassandra Steva
Advisor of the Year: Jennifer Daws
Emerging Student Leader:
- Dillon Burley
- Ryan Cleland
- Alison Harbaum (distinguished)
- Spencer Masteller
- Peter Papaioannou
- Henry von Hollen
Established Student Leader:
- Kara Combs
- Cassidy Elliott (distinguished)
- Sarah Hart
- Dominique McPhaul
- Zachary Moorman
- Ryan Oates
- Somtochukwu Okafor
- Dana Reed
- Austin Rex
- Joseph York
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- John Adams
- David Baugham (distinguished)
- Shelby Carper
- Jordan Collins
- Michael Faraone
- Miranda Fryman
- Logan Hunt
- Heath Marker
- Clorissa Smith
- Alina Syed
2017
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Black Women Striving Forward
- Community Service: Habitat for Humanity
- Diversity: Rainbow Alliance
- Innovation for Outstanding Organization: Student Government Association
Individual Awards
Advanced Graduate Leader: George Diehl
Advanced Student Leader:
- Alyssa Baum
- Jordan Collins
- Nicolas Davis
- Kristie Dinh
- Holley Mapel (distinguished)
- Heath Marker
- Victoria McCoy
- Rachel Slater
- Brittany Stenger
- Becca Webb
Advisor of the Year: Harolynn Williams
Emerging Student Leader:
- Mickenzie Abrams
- Austyn Buchanan
- Victoria Carrier (distinguished)
- Sarah Hart
- Kevin Jones
- Zach Moorman
- Alexandra Robertson
- Collin Rust
- Jacquelyn Smith
Established Student Leader:
- Summer Al Nabaly
- Douglas Benedict
- Sarah Christy
- Katelyn Howard (distinguished)
- Shanna Meek
- Daniel Palmer
- Lauren Pelan
- Grace Pence
- Kennedy Rumer
- Casey Walker
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- Brontee Jeffries
- Leah Kelley
- McKenna Koewler
- Aliana Kubwimana (distinguished
- Kayla Muncie
- Ryan Pignatiello
- Austin Rains
- Cody Stevens
- Jordan Turner
- Lukas Wenrick
2016
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: African American Residential Caucus
- Community Service: Colleges Against Cancer
- Diversity: Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity
- Innovation for Outstanding Organization: University Activities Board
Individual Awards
Advanced Graduate Leader: Carine Velein
Advanced Student Leader:
- Taylor Belle
- Shelby Dinkledine
- Terri Echols
- Katelyn Lambalot
- Victoria McCoy
- Kayla Muncie
- Austin Rains (distinguished)
- Drew Ratzel
- Joy Valdez
- Lukas Wenrick
Advisor of the Year: Dr. Adrianna Johnson
Emerging Student Leader:
- Amy Burgher
- Alexis Camuso
- Laura Aull
- Makayla Hopple
- Ariel Kramer (distinguished)
- Heath Marker
- Kyunh Joon Min
- Daniel Palmer
- Courtney Resnicky
- Kyle Snow
Established Student Leader:
- Francis Ballester
- Emily Herting
- Jordan Large
- Vicky Lindsay
- Pamala Michael
- Stephanie Patino-Garfias
- Gabrielle Ritter
- Evan Sumlin
- Madison Tyler
- Melanie West (distinguished)
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- Tristina Allen
- Zena Fadel (distinguished)
- Bridget Fricke
- Alex Heironimus
- Tyler Mays
- Ashley Mohler
- Nicholas Meyers
- Josh Schoeff
- Liz Schoppelrei
- Tyler Shaw
2015
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Association of Black Business Students
- Community Service: St. Vincent de Paul
- Diversity: Rainbow Alliance
- Innovation for Outstanding Organization: Amigos Latinos
Individual Awards
Advanced Graduate Leader: Jeevitha Kepegowda
Advanced Student Leader:
- Miranda Almy
- Alexandra Heironimus
- Aliane Kubwimana (distinguished)
- Tyler Shaw
- Ryan Staley
- Cassandra Wallwey
- Ronald Wenrick
- Montana Woolley
Additional Recipient
- Jenna Parkison
Advisor of the Year: Debbie Kimpton, Omicron Delta Kappa
Emerging Student Leader:
- McKenna Koewler
- Katelyn Lambalot
- Amaris Snowden
- Tabrea Watts (distinguished)
Additional Recipients
- Vicky Lindsey
- Justin Bretz
Established Student Leader:
- Estrella Alvarez
- Zena Fadel
- Kyle Lautzenheiser
- Serenity McKenzie
- Cordell Miller
- Kayla Muncie
Additional Recipients
- Lauren Duke (distinguished)
- William Krueger
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- Kristina Burris
- Daniel Darkow
- Robert Matthews IV
- Katie McGrath
- Ala' Saleh
- Rachel Stammen
Additional Recipients
- Alexander Henz
- Angelica Loyd
- Kyle Powell
- Hilary Swinning
2014
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Fraternity and Sorority Governing Council
- Community Service: Women's Club Soccer
- Diversity: University Activities Board
Individual Awards
Advanced Graduate Leader: Erik Potts
Advanced Student Leader:
- Katie Hoehne
- Peyton Jones
- Grace Klinger
- Jackie Kucirka
- Katie McGrath
- Jasmine Monroe
- Liz Schoppelrei
Additional Recipients
- Stephanie Snoeberger
- Alyssa Tyree
- Cassundra Willer
Advisor of the Year: Dr. Pratik Parihk
Distinguished Senior Leader: Vinicius Vargas
Emerging Student Leader:
- Abigail Clark
- Tracy L. Craven
- Austin Fitch
- Rahima Hamadi
- Jamie Jackson
- Aliane Kubwimana
- RJ McCoy
- Tre-Vaughn Moss
- Sabrina Nichols
- Brenda Pearl
- Gabriel Riegle
- Tyler W. Rose
- Jenny Tran
- Kelly Vanderhoost
- Mikeah Vinson
- Abigail Wood
Additional Recipients
- Eugene Matthew P. Almazan (distinguished)
- Lateefah Appleberry
- Allison Byrer
- Mitchell Martini
Outstanding Senior Leader
- Kerri Goldsby
- Matthew Johnson
- Jeremy Keller
- Grace Klinger
- Karli Lightne
- Sarah Motter
- Amy Wilcox
- Brandon Yanak
- Larrilyn Yelton
2013
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Sigma Phi Epsilon
- Outstanding Community Service: 4 Paws 4 Ability
Individual Awards
Advanced Student Leader:
- Kara Bobka
- Ashley Carroll
- Abby Daniel
- Rachel Fagan
- Jeremy Keller
- Karli Lightner
- Lauren Ouwerkerk
- Jonathan Saul
- Sukhmanjit Singh
- Olivia Woodruff
Distinguished Senior Leader: Andrea Stojsavljevic
Diversity: Mohamed Gula
Emerging Student Leader:
- Jennifer Barbadora
- Ashley Cowan
- Jackie Kucirka
- Margaret McDougle
- Katie McGrath
- Simon Mercurio
- Kyle Powell
- Vinicius Vargas
Additional Recipients
- Alex Henz
- Amaris Snowden
Outstanding Advisor: Chris Hogan
Outstanding Graduate: James Greening
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- Allante Booker
- Kyle Boze
- Joseph Gibbons
- Chelsea Hall
- Elaina Smart
- Andrea Stojsavljevic
- Sam Young
Additional Recipients
- Marcel Anthony
- Ryan Donathan
- Patrick Holbrook
2012
Organization Awards
- Collaboration: Student Government
- Outstanding Student Organization: Pre-Medical Society
Individual Awards
Advanced Student Leader:
- Kyle Boze
- Chelsea Burns
- David Jensen
- Antonio Jones
- Ryan Jones
- Jeremy Keller
- Alicia Kimball
- Christian Richardson
- Larrilyn Yelton
- Jolene Young
- Samantha Young
Distinguished Student Leader: Brandy Zapata
Diversity: Joseph Gibbins
Emerging Student Leader:
- Jennifer Barbadora
- Joseph Gibbons
- Chris Lerner
- Karli Lightner
- Matt McKelvey
- Lauren Ouwerkerk
- Amanda Turner
- Olivia Woodruff
Additional Recipients
- Matt Johnson
- Jacob Todd
Outstanding Community Service: Holly Jackson
Outstanding Senior Leader:
- Becca Bolender
- Baylee Butler
- Amber Crowley-Gall
- Lara Donnelly
- Sean Martin
- Missi McCarthy
- Nick Warrington
- Devon White
