The First Generation Dedication Award

Presented to an Ithaca College Staff Member who has routinely promoted the goals and supported the first generation community.

Our 2024 Recipients

The 2024 First Generation Dedication Award recipients are Sam Elebiary, Associate Director for Career Engagement and Education, and Cliff-Simon Vital, Assistant Director for the BIPOC Unity Center.

Sam Elebiary

Headshot image of Sam on a grey background. Sam is wearing a light blue shirt and navy blue blazer. She is looking directly at the camera and smiling.

View Sam's staff profile here.

Cliff-Simon Vital

Cliff-Simon is posed for a headshot on a brick background. Cliff-Simon i swearing a pastel-orange polo shirt and grey zip sweater. Cliff-Simon is looking directly at the camera and is smiling.

View Cliff-Simon's staff profile here.