The Office of Student Engagement staff are happy to recognize students at Ithaca College who excel in the areas of leadership, service, involvement in the life of our campus, and academic success. We are pleased to create this website that highlights outstanding students and staff and to recognize the good work they have done to make Ithaca College a community that thrives, and one that so many of us are proud to call home.
Office of Student Engagement Awards and Scholarships Recipients 2023
Community Service Scholarships
BEN LIGHT '36 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Ben Light '36 Memorial Scholarship was established by gifts from the family and friends of the late Ben Light, a devoted administrator who helped build the South Hill campus and is awarded to one student for outstanding contributions to the community.
This year's Ben Light '36 Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Stella Win, Class of 2026. Congratulations Stella!
The John P.E. Brown '35 Scholarship was established in memory of John P. E. Brown, a member of the College's board of trustees for 52 years. It is awarded to students who have outstanding academic records and are active volunteers.
JOHN P.E. BROWN '35 SCHOLARSHIP
The William A. Scoones Community Service Award celebrates Bill Scoones's lifetime example of service both to Ithaca College and the greater Ithaca community. It is awarded annually to two rising upper-class students who have made significant contributions to the community through service work.
WILLIAM A. SCOONES COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
Involvement Awards
Advisor of the Year Award
The Advisor of the Year Award is given to an advisor of a student organization who has shown true dedication and commitment. This year’s recipient is Luke Keller of Society of Physics Students, who is a Professor of Physics & Astronomy on campus. One student writes, "Luke really just goes above and beyond for SPS. He is always there to lend a helping hand or feed us ideas for keeping the club strong! Luke helped revive the club as students came back to campus after the initial shock of COVID, and in doing so, he helped create a safe space for fun and creativity, especially among physics students! I genuinely don't know of an advisor more deserving." Congratulations Luke!
Outstanding Executive Board Member of the Year
The Outstanding Executive Board Member of the Year Award is presented to an individual who demonstrates high levels of leadership, commitment, and support as an executive board member in their organization. This student also demonstrates outstanding creativity, participation, and energy toward the success of their organization. This year’s award goes to Isaac Schneider of Hillel: Foundation for Jewish Campus Life. One nominator said, "Isaac has served as Student President for two years, far exceeding any expectations of student leadership. Isaac has guided the Hillel into engagement with over 700 unique students in meaningful and impactful opportunities this year alone. He guides his peers with aspirational levels of professionalism and care, as well as a strong moral compass." Congratulations Isaac!
New Student Organization of the Year Award
This award is given to a newly formed OSE student organization recognized in the 2022- 2023 academic year who has shown true dedication and commitment to the Ithaca College community. This year’s recipient is Harmony Theatre Collective. One student said, "Harmony Theatre Collective is a club dedicated to creating a safe space for BIPOC students to make and participate in theatre. There have been shortcomings among the theatre clubs at IC and theatre as a whole in regards to representation and accurate casting, so I believe this is a necessary club to exist. I think this is a wonderful opportunity to increase engagement and provide a space for marginalized communities on campus." Congratulations Harmony Theatre Collective!
Student Organization of the Year Award
The Student Organization of the Year Award is given to a student organization that made outstanding contributions to the campus community during the academic year. This year’s recipient is IC After Dark (ICAD). One student said, "IC After Dark is an organization that provides alternative programming for students of the Ithaca College community. It is run by a small, dedicated group of students who volunteer their personal time to give back to the IC community. ICAD provides a safe, fun, and enjoyable space for students of the IC community to gather with friends and make new ones. They have made a commitment to providing alternative programming to the IC community and it shows through the excellence of and turnout to their events." Congratulations ICAD and we look forward to your continued amazing work!
Program of the Year Award
The Program of the Year Award recognizes a successfully planned student organization program that enhanced the Ithaca College community by utilizing a different and creative approach, was open to the entire college community, utilized college resources, and drew in a diverse audience. This year, we are honoring the African Students Association's African Gala. The inaugural African Gala, held on December 7th, 2022, was an event intended to create a celebratory space for African students to showcase their culture and build community. The event was a huge success and left students feeling appreciated and welcomed on campus. Congratulations to the African Students Association for your success!
Involvement Scholarships
The Anne Siegel '81 Memorial Scholarship was established through gifts to the College from the family and friends of the late Anne Siegel. It is awarded to rising juniors or seniors who most closely personify the qualities and attributes of Anne Siegel, including good academic performance and involvement in the extracurricular life of the College.
ANNE SIEGEL '81 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
CLASS OF 1984 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The Class of 1984 Endowed Scholarship was established by members of the 1984 senior class as their gift to the College and is awarded in recognition of solid academic achievement and active involvement in campus organizations.
This year's recipient of the Class of 1984 Endowed Scholarship is Pearl Hettich, Class of 2024. Congratulations Pearl!
CLASS OF 1985 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The Class of 1985 Endowed Scholarship was established by members of the 1985 senior class as their gift to the College and is awarded in recognition of solid academic achievement and active involvement in campus organizations.
This year's recipient of the Class of 1985 Endowed Scholarship is Jaqueline Pereira, Class of 2025. Congratulations Jaqueline!
CLASS OF 1991 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Class of 1991 Memorial Scholarship was established by members of the 1991 senior class as their gift to the College and later expanded to include gifts memorializing former classmates. It is awarded in recognition of solid academic achievement and active involvement in campus organizations.
This year's recipient of the Class of 1991 Memorial Scholarship is Catherine Jantson, Class of 2024. Congratulations Catherine!
CLASS OF 1993 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The Class of 1993 Endowed Scholarship was established by members of the 1993 senior class as their gift to the College. It is awarded in recognition of solid academic achievement and active involvement in campus organizations.
This year's recipient of the Class of 1993 Endowed Scholarship is Utkarsh Maini, Class of 2024. Congratulations Utkarsh!
CLASS OF 2006 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The Class of 2006 Endowed Scholarship honors the many contributions of the members of the class of 2006 and is awarded to rising seniors with solid academic achievement and outstanding leadership and involvement in the Ithaca College community.
This year's recipient of the Class of 2006 Endowed Scholarship is LeAnn Sindt, Class of 2025. Congratulations, LeAnn!
DEVITO FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The DeVito Family Endowed Scholarship for Emerging Leaders is awarded in recognition of good academic standing and a commitment to campus and civic leadership.
This year's recipient of the DeVito Family Endowed Scholarship for Emerging Leaders is Utkarsh Maini, Class of 2024. Congratulations Utkarsh!
JED HAUBENSTOCK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Jed Haubenstock Memorial Scholarship is awarded in recognition of demonstrated leadership and involvement in campus activities, as well as a high degree of commitment to furthering quality of life on the Ithaca College campus.
This year's recipient of the Jed Haubenstock Memorial Scholarship is Madison Kramer, Class of 2024. Congratulations, Madison!
ROBKE-ZURIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Robke-Zuris Scholarship is awarded in recognition of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement.
This year's recipient of the Robke-Zuris Scholarship is Laura Arias Montas, Class of 2025. Congratulations Laura!
SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
The Senior Scholarship is awarded to rising seniors in recognition of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement.
This year's recipient of the Senior Scholarship is Kellen Ko, Class of 2024. Congratulations Kellen!
The William Bingham Foundation Endowed Scholarship is awarded to outstanding students who exhibit outstanding leadership and involvement in the Ithaca College community.
WILLIAM BINGHAM FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Student Governance Council Scholarships
The SGC Scholarship is awarded in recognition of demonstrated leadership qualities and active participation in a wide range of campus organizations.
This year's recipient of the Margaret A. Reid scholarship is Utkarsh Maini, Class of 2024. Margaret A. Reid was an Ithaca College student and the bookkeeper on the Executive Board of the Student Government Association as a sophomore for the 1984-1985 academic year. Shortly after returning home for the summer before her junior year, Margaret passed away due to a small and undetected tumor in her brain. She donated her corneas and kidneys to those in need. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize current Ithaca College students who embody the same spirit of involvement and dedication as Margaret. She was an excellent student leader, and she understood the great value that participation on campus can lend to an education.
Utkarsh Maini
Class of 2024