- Newcomb College Institute Awards
- Posted May 6, 2008
The Newcomb College Institute Awards recognize women students who have demonstrated superior academic excellance, outstanding qualities in leadership, strength in character and integrity, influential and lasting initiatives at the University, and community service.
The awards and 2009 recipients are:
Doris K. Joffrion Award is presented to the student whose performance and leadership in women's athletics has been most exceptional. Ashley Langford.
Sylvia Dreyfus Memorial Award is presented to a student who has supported women’s concerns on campus through
outstanding leadership, active community membership, and creative
innovation of programs. Faith G. Simmons and Victoria A. Coy.
Chi Omega Award to the Outstanding Freshman was established by
the Chi Omega Alumnae Association of New Orleans in 1964. It is awarded
annually on the basis of scholarship and leadership during the freshman
year. Sarah M. Lewis.
Class of 2005--Jennie C. Nixon Award is given to an
outstanding second year student who has contributed to the Tulane community through leadership, demonstrated academic excellence, and a
spirit of service to Newcomb College. Pey Shan Pearl Kuo.
Ann Gill Memorial Award to the Outstanding Junior was established by
the Beta Omicron Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity in memory of
Margaret Ann Gill. It is awarded to the outstanding Junior for
scholarship, sportsmanship, and contribution to the Tulane Community. Allison C. Pletzer.
Raymond A. Esthus Prize for Contributions to the Traditions and Spirit of the College is awarded annually
to the freshman, sophomore, or junior who, through her activities, best
exemplifies and promotes the continuance of the tradition and spirit of
Newcomb College. Ashlea D. Winfield.
President's Award for Leadership, Scholarship, and Service is presented each year to a student who has embodies Newcomb College's ideals of leadership, scholarship and service. Samantha E. Sanacore.
Under the Oaks Award is presented to the
student who embodies the values of Newcomb College and strives to demonstrate
those values through the advancement of women’s education and the
mission of the Newcomb College Institute. Lauren Pettiette.
Cynthia B. Taffaro Memorial Award is given in honor of Cindy Taffaro, a staff member at Tulane and Newcomb who gave generously of her time to students, faculty, and colleagues. Cindy loved music and the theatre, and this award is presented to a student in the arts who possesses those same qualities that made Cindy a valued staff member and cherished friend to the people at Newcomb. Lauren Louise Elens.
Alpha Lambda Delta Award for Academic Excellence is awarded to the graduating Alpha Lambda Delta Society member who has the highest cumulative grade point average. Linda A. Morton and Johanna M. Nevitt.
R. C. Read Scholars Award is presented to a graduating senior each year for her educational ideals, academic
achievement, and unselfish contributions to the Tulane Community. Nea D. Moyer.
Kathy Goldberg Senior Role Model Award is presented to the graduating senior who has provided an example of excellence in scholarship, leadership and community service throughout her years at Tulane. Freshmen, sophomores and juniors nominate and vote to choose the award
recipient. Emily A. Mourad.
The Gifford Darling Riess Award is presented in memory of Gifford Darling
Riess, who graduated from Newcomb College in May 1996. She pursued a career
in criminal justice and had particular interest in issues impacting
women. Ms. Riess died tragically of gunshot wounds at the age of 24.
This award was established to honor a graduating senior who has
demonstrated outstanding dedication to community service during her
college years. Samantha J. Warner.
1914-2004 Award for Exceptional Character recognizes a student who has displayed character through firm ideals, a
clear sense of integrity, and a strong commitment to service and
justice on the campus and/ or in the community. In selecting the
recipient, preference is given to a student who has enabled groups and
individuals to flourish and has recognized the significance of small
acts to attain a greater vision. Pey Shan Pearl Kuo.
The Director's Award, originally established as the Newcomb College Dean's Award, is given to the graduating woman with the highest cumulative grade point average. Johanna M. Nevitt.
Carol Downes Cudd Award is presented for academic achievement, demonstrating a love of learning, combined with unselfish service to the Tulane Community. The 2008 recipient was Sarah Lookabough.
Class of 1909 Prize to the Outstanding Senior is awarded to a
graduating senior who during her last three years of her collegiate course work has best combined scholarship with effective and unselfish
service in student activities. Katherine V. Haines.
The Shelley Coverman Memorial Award is given in recognition of a student who has excelled in conducting an empirical research project on some facet of women’s roles, or who has pursued with distinction a curriculum focusing on women’s roles. Lindsay R. Nash and Megan A. Littrell.
The Carol Downes Cudd Award is given for academic achievement, demonstrating a love of learning combined with unselfish service to Newcomb and Tulane. Jing Jia Zang.
Newcomb Student Programs is pleased to recognize students and faculty who have been instrumental in the success of the Newcomb College Institute and who has impacted the Newcomb Community.
The awards and the 2009 recipients are:
The Newcomb College Institute RA Award is presented annually to the resident advisor who not only support Newcomb programming, but also takes an interest in developing a community that fosters to growth of women on campus.
The Josephine Louise Award is presented by Newcomb Senate to the woman faculty or staff member who has contributed to the growth and development of the Newcomb community. This award was established in the memory of Josephine Lousie Newcomb, benefactor of Newcomb College. Rachel L. Spencer.
The Mortar Board Excellence in Teaching Award (Tenured) is presented by the Newcomb College Institute and Mortar Board to the tenured faculty member who has truly excelled in the classroom and has contributed to the growth and development of their students. Ken Harl, History.
The Mortar Board Excellence in Teaching Award (Non-Tenured) is presented by the Newcomb Alumnae Associtation and Mortar Board to the non-tenured faculty member who has truly excelled in the classroom and has contributed to the growth and development of their students. Raja Roy, Stategy and Entrepreneurship.
