We are excited to honor the achievements of our amazing students, and recognize important staff and faculty who contribute to the success and excellence at the School of Science.
We are proud that you are part of the School of Science family.
2023 Honors Convocation
Program for April 15, 2023
Welcome
Kathleen A. Marrs, Ph.D.
Professor, Biology
Remarks from the Dean
John F. DiTusa, Ph.D.
Dean, School of Science
Professor, Physics
School Awards
John F. DiTusa, Ph.D.
Dean, School of Science
Professor, Physics
Kathleen A. Marrs, Ph.D.
Professor, Biology
Department/Program Awards
Presented by the Department Chair, Program Director or RepresentativeBiology
Theodore R. Cummins, Ph.D., Chair
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Partha Basu, Ph.D., Chair
Computer and Information Science
Shiaofen Fang, Ph.D., Chair
Earth Sciences
Kathy J. Licht, Ph.D., Chair
Forensic and Investigative Sciences
Christine J. Picard, Ph.D., Director
Mathematical Sciences
Jeffrey X. Watt, Ph.D., Chair
Neuroscience
Teri Belecky-Adams, Ph.D., Director
Physics
Horia I. Petrache, Ph.D., Department Representative
Psychology
Stephen L. Boehm, Ph.D., Chair
Closing Remarks
Kathleen A. Marrs, Ph.D.
Professor, Biology
School Awards
Trustees' Teaching Award
The Trustees’ Teaching Award honors individuals who have a positive impact on learning through the direct instruction of students, especially undergraduates. Award recipients must have demonstrated a sustained level of teaching excellence and must have completed at least three years of service at IUPUI or IUPUC to be eligible.
Forrest M. R. Brem
Biology
James A. Marrs
Biology
Roland K. W. Roeder
Mathematical Sciences
Ryann E. Workman
Mathematical Sciences
Jiang Zheng
Computer and Information Science
Research Award for Tenure-Track Faculty
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of research by a tenure-track faculty member.
Sébastien Laulhé
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Research Award for Tenured Faculty
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of research by a tenured faculty member.
Broxton W. Bird
Earth Sciences
Service Award
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of service by a full-time faculty member.
Rodrigo A. Pérez
Mathematical Sciences
Full-Time Lecturer Service Award
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of service by a full-time lecturer.
Brenda Blacklock
Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Associate Faculty Award
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of teaching by an associate faculty member.
Veronica Garcia
Biology
Academic Advising Award
This award is in recognition of outstanding contributions in the area of academic advising by a full-time faculty or professional staff member.
Virginia Ranly
Mathematical Sciences
Partners in Education Full-Time Staff Award
The Partners in Education Full-Time Staff Award recognizes staff who make significant contributions in support of their department and the mission of our School. This award acknowledges an individual whose performance is notable among his or her peers and who demonstrates exemplary service.
Jane E. Alexander
Science
Cindy Ritchie
Mathematical Sciences
Teaching Assistant Award
This award honors a teaching assistant for outstanding teaching, for demonstrating superior ability to impart knowledge to students, and for stimulating students' desire to master these topics.
Andrew M. Davis
Mathematics
School of Science Innovative Educator Award
This award honors a faculty or staff member who has had a substantial impact on the formal or informal education of students in the School, through an outstanding record of innovation and creativity in or out of the classroom and laboratory setting.
Gregory K. Druschel
Earth Sciences
Malik-Evenbeck-Baker Advocacy and Opportunities Award
Established by Keith and Sally Anliker, this award honors a faculty or staff member who has had a substantial impact on the professional development and career trajectory of a faculty or staff member in the School.
Pierre-André Jacinthe
Earth Sciences
Herron-Bodner-Boschmann Award for Scholarly Work in Science Education
This award honors a faculty member who has engaged in and published or presented their scholarly work in Science Education. This work, including educational research, development of new teaching approaches and technologies, and investigations or implementations of high-impact educational practices, has positively impacted the School of Science.
Andrew D. Gavrin
Physics
Chancellor's Scholar
This award is granted on behalf of Interim Chancellor Andrew Klein. It recognizes outstanding performance by students who have achieved the highest cumulative grade point average as determined by their School. Each year this distinguished award is only conferred upon twenty-two students campus-wide. Below is the 2023 recipient for the School of Science.
Croix M. Gyurek
Computer Science and Mathematics
Chancellor's Undergraduate Research Award Nominees
This award is a campus-wide honor given to an IUPUI graduating senior for excellence in independent research who demonstrates a commitment and a desire to explore more deeply the rich knowledge in his or her chosen discipline. The School of Science nominated the following students who demonstrate this excellence.
Aditi Ravikumar
Biology and Neuroscience
Seth D. Weir
Neuroscience
Scholarship Recipients
Hawryluk Family Scholarship
The Hawryluk Family Scholarship was established by dedicated School of Science alumnus and entrepreneur P. Kent Hawryluk. This scholarship supports academically strong students from Indiana who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree with a major in the School of Science.
Riley Abell
Chemistry
Killian Armstrong
Geology
Andrew B. Hudnut
Geology
Annie K. Sichting
Psychology
Desco E. McKay and Jeffrey X. Watt STEM Scholarship
The Desco E. McKay and Jeffrey X. Watt STEM Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in physical sciences, secondary math education, secondary science education, or any STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) field.
Jordan E. Fryman
Mathematics
Varma-Nelson Scholarship
Dr. Pratibha Varma-Nelson and Dr. John Nelson established this scholarship to recognize outstanding undergraduate students in the School of Science. Students must be peer-leaders in the Peer-Led Team Learning (PLTL) program and have a strong academic background.
Oliver Harrigan
Biology
Mckenna Straw
Biology
McBride Family Equity Scholarship
The McBride Family Equity Scholarship was established by Bill and Karen Christensen, friends of the School of Science, IUPUI, and Indiana University. This scholarship supports full-time undergraduate students in the School of Science who are pursuing a major in a STEM discipline.
Ransome M. Adeyeye
Neuroscience
BioStorage Technologies RISE Scholarship
The BioStorage Technologies RISE Scholarship supports undergraduate students with a declared major in the School of Science who have an interest in a life sciences-related career, as demonstrated by major or intended career path. This scholarship will support a Research, International, Service Learning, or Experiential Learning (RISE) experience.
Melanie M. Martindale
Biology
Indumati Sukhatme RISE Scholarship
Established by former IUPUI Executive Vice Chancellor and Dean of the Faculties, Dr. Uday Sukhatme, the Indumati Sukhatme RISE Scholarship memorializes his mother, Indumati. This scholarship honors her life and inspires others to contribute to new RISE Scholarships, which emphasize the importance of supporting Research, International, Service Learning and Experiential Learning (RISE) experiences for students.
Jennah M. Jones
Biology and Neuroscience
Minette E. Lambert
Psychology
William H. and Elizabeth M. Reid RISE Scholarship
Established by Dr. Bart Ng, Dean Emeritus and Professor at the School of Science at IUPUI, this scholarship honors his mentor, Dr. William H. Reid, and his wife, Elizabeth M. Reid. This RISE scholarship honors the Reid’s legacy and supports outstanding undergraduate students from the School of Science who participate in an international experience.
Angie Lane
Biology and Global & International Studies
W. Michael and Susan L. Wells RISE Scholarship
Established by dedicated friends of the School, the W. Michael and Susan L. Wells RISE Scholarship supports students with a major in the School of Science who have an interest in a life sciences career and have integrated one of the four IUPUI RISE initiatives into their studies.
Tessa C. Eller
Biology
John D. Barnwell Memorial Scholarship
The John D. Barnwell Scholarship was established by Dean Emeritus Dr. David L. Stocum as a tribute to his friend and student, Dr. John D. Barnwell who was a scientist, writer, and musician. The award is given to a student in the School of Science who has effectively integrated the arts and sciences into their degree program.
Michael P. Cronin
Mathematics and Physics
Frank G. and Ernestine M. Lambertus Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Ernestine Lambertus in honor of her husband, Frank, who was a valued advisor to the Dean of the School of Science. Through their generosity, the Lambertus family has supported many science students in the school over the past three decades. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has shown progress and improvement in their academic program.
Angie Lane
Biology and Global & International Studies
Aaron G. Pitchford
Geology
Maddie Whalen
Mathematics
Science and Mathematics Future Teacher Scholarship
The Science and Mathematics Future Teacher Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate science or mathematics education major who demonstrates a record of academic excellence and a commitment to the vocation of K-12 science or mathematics teaching.
Rachel L. Hammonds
Biology Teaching
Mikki Jeschke Peer Mentoring Scholarship
This award is given in memory of Psychology Advisor Mikki Jeschke whose vision, creativity, and hard work shaped and molded the Peer Advising Office as we know it today.
Elaine A. Hilton
Biology
School of Science Alumni Association Academic Achievement Scholarship
The School of Science Alumni Association Academic Achievement Scholarship is awarded to a continuing undergraduate science major who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the School.
Jesus Garcia
Psychology
Abigail E. Walton
Biology
Class of '84 Scholarship
Established by dedicated School of Science alumnus, Stephen A. Freeland, this award recognizes an exceptional undergraduate student in the School of Science Honors Program.
Jill Gonsalves
Psychology
The Indianapolis Project SEED Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. Rosanne Bonjouklian, a valued friend to the School and an active supporter of the Project SEED Summer Research Program for high school students. The scholarship supports former Project SEED participants that attend IUPUI and pursue a degree in the School of Science with a major in artificial intelligence, biology, chemistry, computer science, environmental science, forensic and investigative sciences, geology, interdisciplinary studies, mathematics, neuroscience, physics and/or psychology. Consideration may be given to students pursuing degrees in engineering, technology, nursing, or public health.
Julianna R. Jera
Environmental Science
William and Donola Orr Scholarship
The William and Donola Orr Scholarship supports students with a major in the School of Science.
Abukar O. Djama
Computer Science
Fatima Hassuneh Undergraduate Research Memorial Scholarship
Fatima Hassuneh was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend with a passion and enthusiasm for science. This scholarship was established to honor her life and continue her legacy of generosity, service, academic achievement, and curiosity. This scholarship is given to students who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree in the School of Science and are actively engaged in undergraduate research.
Tessa C. Eller
Biology
W. Michael and Susan L. Wells Women in Science Scholarship
The W. Michael and Susan L. Wells Women in Science Scholarship was established by W. Michael and Susan Wells, friends of the School of Science, IUPUI, and Indiana University. This scholarship supports full-time undergraduate students in the School of Science who are academically strong and have a declared major in which women are underrepresented in the school.
Faith R. Bittner
Chemistry and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Catherine L. Blystone
Environmental Science
Natasha Truett
Environmental Science
Viktoria K. Wozniewski
Mathematics
Women in Science Scholars
This award honors outstanding female science students, providing academic and professional development activities designed to enhance educational success, research learning experiences, mentoring, and service learning and community-based activities.
Ikshaa Almera
Psychology and Political Science
Shelby D. Alexander
Biology and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Bomi Anifowose
Biology
Makayla R. Barger
Biology
Alyssa Blaszynski
Biology
Kayla N. Borowski
Biology and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Alexa C. Calonia
Neuroscience
Janet Chen
Biology
Janaki C. Dave
Neuroscience
Ava Fisher
Chemistry
Katie C. Gaddis
Psychology
Jenna D. Guzman
Neuroscience
Kylie A. Guzzo
General Studies
Precious A. Harvey
Psychology
Bella A. Hocking
Forensic & Investigative Sciences and Psychology
Sophia C. Koesterer
Psychology
Medha Vijay Kulkarni
Computer Science
Katherine M. Lay
Psychology
Sarah E. Morrison
Psychology
Lydia J. Peterson
Biology
Gabby A. Puryear-Lynch
Psychology and History
Ines M. Rivera
Psychology and Media Arts & Science
Gillian I. Rockwell
Environmental Science
Gina N. Romines
Psychology
Chloe A. Smail
Biology and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Cynthia A. Van Eaton
Chemistry and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Priscilla A. Zavala
Computer Science
Sophia L. Zavala
Biology
Alexis Zieminski
Biology, Chemistry, and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Biology Awards
Outstanding Academic Achievement Award
Bachelor of Arts
Vanessa Villalobos
Biology
Bachelor of Science
Logan M. Boyer
Biology
Ronald E. Kirk Award
Established in memory of biology professor Dr. Ronald E. Kirk, this scholarship is awarded to the top student in freshman biology.
Lina Houran
Clinical Lab Science
Lara A. McGlothlin
Biology
Itzel C. Sotamba
Exercise Science
N. Douglas Lees Scholarship
For more than 45 years, Dr. Lees served the Department of Biology, School of Science, and IUPUI. Established in 2019 upon his retirement, this scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in biology who is in good academic standing.
Jada E. White
Biology
Richard O. McCracken Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Richard O. McCracken was a biology professor whose passion for research and teaching was reflected upon those with whom he had contact. In his honor, family and friends established this scholarship, which is awarded to an outstanding sophomore or junior biology major.
Gavin P. Kinsella
Biology
Robert W. Tuveson Memorial Scholarship
Established by Mary Ellen Tuveson and Dr. David L. Stocum, this scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in the biological sciences, with strong academic performance and future promise.
Robiel Fisshaye
Biology
Ashley T. Remy
Biology and Spanish
Joseph Russo Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of biology professor Dr. Joseph Russo, this scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in biology.
Simi Kaur
Biology
Tah-Tah Self Achievement Award
Tahnesia “Tah-Tah” Towner was a strong, independent woman who studied biology in pursuit of her dream to be a pediatrician. Upon her passing, friends and family chose to keep Tah-Tah’s spirit alive by establishing this award, which is made to an African-American female who is pursuing a medical career.
Ashley T. Remy
Biology and Spanish
Outstanding Research Award
Baccalaureate
Aditi Ravikumar
Biology and Neuroscience
Master
Kourtney Sloan
Biology
Doctorate
Laura E. Hawley
Biology
Elizabeth Steele Creveling Memorial Scholarship
In memory of his wife, Dr. Howard F. Creveling Jr. established this scholarship for an outstanding master’s or doctoral student in biology.
Priyadharshini Manikandan
Biology
Chemistry and Chemical Biology Awards
Patricia A. Boaz Awards
Dr. Patricia A. Boaz’s passion was her students’ success. Named in her memory, this award is made to the graduating senior with the highest academic achievement in the Bachelor of Arts chemistry program.
Cynthia A. Van Eaton
Chemistry and Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Loren T. Jones Award
A former Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology chair, Dr. Loren T. Jones, is honored each year with this award. The recipient is a graduating senior with the highest academic achievement in the Bachelor of Science chemistry program.
Arledan M. Hinkle
Chemistry
Frank J. Welcher Award
Dr. Frank J. Welcher served the Department of Chemistry as its chair before IUPUI was officially established. The award was established in Dr. Welcher’s honor by his wife, Helen Beasley Welcher, and is given to a graduating senior with the most outstanding professional promise.
Kate Hostetler
Chemistry
American Institute of Chemists Student Research and Recognition Award
Awarded to an outstanding senior majoring in chemistry or biochemistry.
Cole Stenftenagel
Chemistry
Distributed Drug Discovery Award for Excellence in Organic Chemistry
Awarded to students who have shown outstanding academic performance in organic chemistry within the classroom and laboratory, mental attitude, and work ethic.
Ryan Davis
Neuroscience
Theodore W. Cutshall Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Patricia Cutshall and family to honor her husband, Dr. Theodore W. Cutshall. The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in chemistry in the School of Science who has completed and excelled in their organic chemistry research.
Annika R. Bleeke
Chemistry
James R. McCarthy Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the family of Dr. James R. McCarthy to honor his legacy and lifelong commitment to philanthropy, K-12 education, and higher education. The scholarship supports a promising undergraduate chemistry student who is pursuing a degree in the School of Science.
Riya G. Bhula
Chemistry
la Blae
Chemistry
Bonner-Ferguson-Kelley Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student worker who has been engaged for at least two terms as a storeroom assistant, recitation instructor, or laboratory teaching assistant in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. The awardee will have demonstrated an outstanding work ethic and have been an effective contributor to the department’s educational mission.
Anthony J. Ball
Biology
Outstanding Undergraduate Analytical Chemistry Student
This award recognizes the outstanding undergraduate student in Analytical Chemistry.
Ashlyn N. Dollar
Chemistry
Undergraduate Summer Chemistry Research Scholarship
This scholarship will support one dedicated sophomore or junior chemistry major who is conducting research in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. The recipient will have significant research experience at IUPUI. The recipient’s mentor must be a full-time faculty member in the Department.
Angel Portillo
Chemistry and Biology
Scott Alan Kent Memorial Scholarship
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Kent established this scholarship in memory of their son, Scott Alan Kent, who graduated from IUPUI with a degree in chemistry. This scholarship is awarded to a promising sophomore or junior chemistry major.
Riya G. Bhula
Chemistry
Loren T. Jones Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Loren T. Jones, this award provides a summer research stipend to a continuing undergraduate student.
Jujhar Singh
Chemistry and Biology
CRC Freshman Chemistry Achievement Award
The CRC award recognizes the outstanding student in the freshmen chemistry courses.
Chanakarn Mongkonpruthangkoon
Chemistry
Rich-Keller Elementary Chemistry Scholarship
Established by Dr. Erwin “Erv” Boschmann, this scholarship is awarded to a student who excels in the elementary chemistry lecture and laboratory courses (CHEM-C101 and CHEM-C121), and honors Dr. Ronald L. Rich and Dr. Raymond N. Keller, both of whom mentored the scholarship donor.
Roseline M. Odepona
Respiratory Therapy
Kelsey Stabler
Cytotechnology
Graduate Chemistry Research Scholarship
This scholarship supports one continuing doctoral student who is conducting research in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. The recipient’s mentor must be a full-time faculty member in the Department.
Sarah R. Langlais
Chemistry
Chemistry and Chemical Biology Graduate Dissertation Scholar
This award is given to an outstanding graduate student during the final year of their dissertation research.
Carolina Vega
Chemistry
Graduate Student Leadership and Service Award
This award is given to a third or fourth year graduate student for extraordinary service and/or leadership to departmental activities and the profession. The recipient goes above and beyond the normal responsibilities as a graduate student.
Krishnakumar Sachidanandan
Chemistry
Computer and Information Science Awards
Gersting Award for an Outstanding Undergraduate Student
During their tenures at IUPUI, Drs. John and Judy Gersting have dedicated much of their time to students. In gratitude for the Gerstings’ devotion to teaching, a number of their students, now computer science alumni, established this annual award (and the one following) in their honor. It is made to a graduating senior for exceptional work in the baccalaureate program.
Areeba Hasan
Computer Science
Gersting Award for an Outstanding Graduate Student
This award is made to a graduating student in the master’s or doctoral program who has attained academic excellence and who is dedicated to the profession.
Jonathan E. Keesling
Computer Science
Gloria and Andrew Olson Undergraduate Service Award
Dr. Andrew Olson, Professor Emeritus in the Computer and Information Science Department, has been a strong proponent of service activities for undergraduate students. In his and his wife’s honor, this award recognizes an outstanding undergraduate student who has significantly contributed to all aspects of the service mission of the department.
Edwin A. Sanchez
Computer Science
Outstanding Woman in Computer Science Award
This award is given to a female computer science major that has shown outstanding promise in the Computer and Information Science program.
Nicole T. Cremasco
Computer Science
Promising Freshman Award
This award is given to a freshman who has shown outstanding promise in the Computer and Information Science program.
Nikhil Dhoka
Computer Science
Teaching Assistant Award
This award is made to a graduate teaching assistant who has demonstrated excellence in performance over the course of two consecutive semesters.
Agnideven Palanisamy Sundar
Computer Science
Blake A. Troutman
Computer Science
Earth Sciences Awards
Earth Sciences Alumni Scholarship
Established and supported by many IUPUI earth sciences alumni, this scholarship is awarded to a student in the Department of Earth Sciences.
Andrew B. Hudnut
Geology
Joshua C. Pine
Environmental Science and Geography
Indiana Geology and Gem Scholarship
This scholarship is given to an environmental science or geology major at IUPUI to further the student’s undergraduate degree program.
Abe Underhill
Geology
Women in Geology (CACC Geology) Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes an outstanding female geology student who has studied volcanology or petrology.
Rachel L. Edmonds
Geology
Drs. Arthur and Patricia Mirsky Undergraduate Scholarship
Drs. Arthur and Patricia S. Mirsky established this fellowship to support Earth Sciences students at IUPUI. This scholarship is a tribute to the more than 50 years the couple spent in education – he as the founder and former Chair of the IUPUI Department of Geology, now Earth Sciences, and she as the Director of Special Education and school psychologist in the Speedway school system.
Brandon J. Biagini
Environmental Science
Carissa J. Cullen
Geology and Geography
Nicole M. Shields
Geology
Forensic and Investigative Sciences Awards
Jay A. Siegel Award
This award is given to the top student in FIS 20500 Concepts of Forensic Science I in honor of Dr. Jay A. Siegel, Founding Director of the IUPUI Forensic and Investigative Sciences Program.
Sydney E. Lyon
Forensic & Investigative Sciences and Chemistry
Outstanding Research Award
This award is given to an outstanding student who has demonstrated excellence in research with commitment and desire to advance the field of forensic science.
Alexis Zieminski
Forensic & Investigative Sciences and Biology and Chemistry
Academic Achievement Award
This award is given for outstanding academic achievement, including high GPA and challenging course enrollment.
Cynthia A. Van Eaton
Forensic & Investigative Sciences and Chemistry
Student Leadership Award
This award is presented to a student who has demonstrated leadership and service in the Forensic and Investigative Sciences (FIS) Program and/or the Forensic Science Club.
Natalie N. Holmes
Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Charles (Chuck) Gould Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is named for Charles (Chuck) Gould, who was a Forensic and Investigative Sciences graduate student and an analyst with the Indianapolis Marion County Forensic Services Agency (IMCFSA). Established by his family in his memory, this scholarship supports a graduate student pursuing a degree in the Forensic and Investigative Sciences Program.
Sarah Prunty
Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Mathematical Sciences Awards
Yuri Abramovich Memorial Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Dr. Yuri Abramovich, this scholarship commemorates Dr. Abramovich’s legacy as a colleague, mathematician and educator. This scholarship supports students who have a keen interest in the study of mathematics, who demonstrate academic excellence, especially in mathematics courses beyond the sophomore level, and who show promise for a career in mathematics.
Undergraduate
Nora K. Boland
Mathematics
Meiyi He
Mathematics
Graduate
Krishna Chaitanya Kalidindi
Mathematics
Anna K. Suter Scholarship
Professor Anna K. Suter was an advocate for students, promoting academic success and encouraging many students to persist and achieve their degree objectives. This scholarship was established in her memory to support full-time undergraduate students, thus ensuring that the next generation of mathematicians would be recognized for their achievements.
Freshman
Daniel G. Hout
Math Teaching
Continuing
Noah R. Hout
Mathematics
Clayton J. Kelly
Mathematics
Catherine J. Sprunger
Math Teaching
Maddie Whalen
Mathematics
Geraldine and David Rigdon RISE Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. Robert D. Rigdon, a dedicated emeritus faculty member of the Department of Mathematical Sciences, to honor the memory of his parents, Geraldine and David Rigdon. This award supports undergraduate science majors who have integrated one of the four IUPUI RISE initiatives into their studies.
Katrina N. Hoetmer
Mathematics
Charalambos D. Aliprantis Prize
This award was established by Dr. Bart Ng, Dean Emeritus and Professor of the School of Science, to honor the memory of Dr. Charalambos D. “Roko” Aliprantis and his contributions to the development of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. Dr. Aliprantis was a dedicated faculty member from 1974 through 1996 and contributed greatly to interdisciplinary research in mathematics. This scholarship is awarded to outstanding mathematics graduate students who exemplify outstanding scholastic achievements as well as leadership qualities.
Maksim Kosmakov
Mathematics
Cowen Graduate Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. Carl Cowen and Janice Wheater-Cowen to honor and memorialize Janet Catherine Cowen for her lifelong commitment to philanthropy and education. This scholarship will support a promising graduate student who is pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences.
Ribhu Deb
Mathematics
Outstanding Beginning Mathematics Graduate Student Award
Krishna Chaitanya Kalidindi
Mathematics
Outstanding Advanced Mathematics Graduate Student Award
Erin O. Zhao
Mathematics
Outstanding Beginning Statistics Graduate Student Award
Yuxin Dong
Statistics
Outstanding Advanced Statistics Graduate Student Award
Xiang Wang
Statistics
Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award
Amanda L. Albright
Mathematics
Outstanding Senior Actuarial Science Major Award
Vivian J. Kemp
Mathematics and Quantitative Economics
Outstanding Senior Applied Math Major Award
Croix M. Gyurek
Mathematics and Computer Science
Outstanding Senior Math Education Major Award
Kathryn Keith
Math Teaching
Outstanding Senior Pure Math Major Award
Emily G. McClear
Mathematics
Outstanding Senior Applied Statistics Award
Sanika Kotnis
Mathematics and Quantitative Economics
Outstanding Master's Student in Statistics Program Award
Tingbo Guo
Applied Statistics
Outstanding Math Assistance Center Tutor Award
Carl D. Franke
Outstanding Math Assistance Center Mentor Award
Michael X. Peck
Psychology
Math Major Spirit Award
Clayton J. Kelly
Mathematics
Bernie Morrel Full-Time Faculty Teaching Award
Jared O. Barber, Ph.D.
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Bernie Morrel Part-Time Faculty Teaching Award
AnneMarie E. Schreiber
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Neuroscience Awards
Academic Excellence Award
This award goes to the graduating neuroscience major who has the highest GPA.
Aditi Ravikumar
Neuroscience and Biology
Seth Sears Memorial Outstanding Service Award
This award is made to a graduating senior for considerable and outstanding service to the neuroscience program at IUPUI.
Aditi Ravikumar
Neuroscience and Biology
Seth D. Weir
Neuroscience
Outstanding Research Award
This award goes to a graduating neuroscience major who has extensively participated and excelled in research in the neurosciences.
Seth D. Weir
Neuroscience
Physics Awards
Rutuj Gavankar Memorial Scholarship
The Rutuj Gavankar Memorial Scholarship supports undergraduate scholarships for seniors in the School of Science who are majoring in Physics, have demonstrated excellence in research and course work, especially in physics and mathematics.
Evan Liang
Physics
University Physics Award
This award is given to an outstanding student in the PHYS 15200/PHYS 25100 course sequence.
Clayton J. Kelly
Mathematics
Forrest Meiere Prize for an Outstanding Undergraduate Physics Major
Dr. Forrest Meiere was the Physics Department’s first and longest-serving chair, dedicating 32 years to physics education and research at IUPUI. This award is made to an undergraduate physics major who has achieved an outstanding academic record.
Benjamin Shoemaker
Physics
D.J. Angus-Scientech Education Foundation Physics Scholarship
This scholarship was created by the D.J. Angus-Scientech Education Foundation. It is awarded to a sophomore or junior student who is in good academic standing and has shown significant improvement in grade average.
Alex N. Atrosh
Mechanical Engineering
Han Paik Mentoring Award
The Han Paik Mentoring Award is given in honor of long-time physics faculty member, Dr. Han Won Paik. Dr. Paik joined the faculty of Purdue University in Indianapolis in 1962. He was a devoted teacher of physics throughout his career, and after his retirement in 1993, Dr. Paik continued to mentor students in physics on a volunteer basis. This award is given to a physics major or minor who has shown a commitment to mentoring other students in physics.
Janice Hsu
Physics
Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Thomas Bsaibes
Physics
Psychology Awards
Robert G. Neel Award
Dr. Neel is a former chair of the Department of Psychology, and this award honors his many years of service to the School. This award recognizes a senior with the highest GPA.
Muntaseer M. Islam
Psychology
Robert I. Long Award
As department chair, Dr. Long made considerable contributions to the psychology program. This award is made to a graduating senior for excellence in leadership, research, and service.
Dominique N. Davison
Psychology
John F. Kremer Undergraduate Mentor Award
Throughout his career, Dr. Kremer believed that peer mentors could have a powerful effect on student success in an introductory psychology class. This award is given to the peer mentor who best exemplifies the characteristics associated with this success: dedication, relentless persistence, creativity, enthusiasm, flexibility, and the ability to connect with all students.
Katherine G. LeFevre
Psychology
Dr. Robert Stewart Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Stewart was an accomplished Research Scientist and later Senior Lecturer in Psychology from 1995-2020. As a scientist, Rob mentored many students in research. As an instructor, Rob made important contributions to the undergraduate teaching mission of Psychology. The Rob Stewart Memorial Scholarship not only celebrates Rob’s many contributions to teaching and mentoring, but also marks the considerable debt of gratitude that Rob’s students and colleagues owe him even today. This award is given to an accomplished first-generation Psychology major in their junior or senior year.
Asia D. Holloway
Psychology
Undergraduate Research Award
This award is based upon the total papers accepted for publication, papers accepted for presentation, or amount of contribution by the student to research, especially in generating research ideas and in writing papers.
Sophia C. Koesterer
Psychology
Outstanding Student Teaching Award
This award recognizes outstanding student teaching assistants for their superior ability to impart knowledge of chosen topics to students and to stimulate their desire to master such topics. The award recognizes that teaching extends beyond the classroom and includes activities such as mentoring and motivating of students, either formally or informally.
Undergraduate
Sophia C. Koesterer
Psychology
Graduate
Kari Haines
Addiction Neuroscience
Clinical Psychology Award
This award recognizes a graduate student with outstanding performance in clinical work and training.
Shirin Khazvand
Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychology Award for Service
This award recognizes a graduate student with outstanding performance in citizenship service to the department.
Christiana Prestigiacomo
Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychology Award for Research Excellence
This award recognizes a graduate student who goes above and beyond the research requirements of the graduate degree and shows outstanding performance in research.
Danielle B. Abel
Clinical Psychology
Paul J. McKinley Award
This award is presented to a student in the Addiction Neuroscience doctoral program in memory of former student Paul J. McKinley.
Meredith R. Bauer
Addiction Neuroscience
McKinley Award for Outreach, Public Engagement, and Diversity
Cherish E. Ardinger
Addiction Neuroscience
Outstanding Industrial/Organizational Psychology Graduate Student Award
This award recognizes an outstanding master’s student in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
Bobbie Burton
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Outstanding Clinical Practicum Supervisor Award
This award recognizes exemplary supervision and training provided to graduate students in clinical psychology who are engaged in clinical practice.
Garry Wright, Ph.D., HSPP
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
2023 IUPUI Elite 50 Graduate Science Majors
Sponsored by the Graduate and Professional Student Government, the IUPUI “Elite 50” Student Recognition Award recognizes graduate and professional student achievements in scholarship and service beyond the classroom. Honorees represent the best of the over 8,000 graduate and professional students at IUPUI.
Danielle B. Abel
Clinical Psychology
Khadija Moctar
Biology
Hannah Zimmerman-Federle
Chemistry
2023 IUPUI Top 100 Undergraduate Science Majors
Sponsored by the IUPUI Alumni Council and the Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR), the IUPUI “Top 100” Student Recognition Awards honor students for their scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities on campus, and civic and community service.
Of this year’s Top 100 students, 37 hailed from the School of Science.
Rebekah J. Addison
Biology
Omar A. Alhaffar
Neuroscience
Bomi Anifowose
Biology
Logan M. Boyer
Biology
Olivia Brown
Biology Teaching
Alexa C. Calonia
Neuroscience
Janaki C. Dave
Neuroscience
Becca Daye
Neuroscience
Macy M. Deckert
Chemistry
Michaela M. Di Palmo
Psychology and Music Technology
Kelechi Echeumuna
Biology
Michael T. Fletcher
Biology and Medical Humanities & Health Studies
Neha Garugu
Neuroscience
Kartikay Gulia
Computer Science
Madison Hagan
Biology
Noah T. Hamilton
Biology
Hamna Hamna
Biology
Olivia T. Hendzel
Biology
Elaine A. Hilton
Biology
Natalie N. Holmes
Forensic & Investigative Sciences
Jared T. Hutchek
Environmental Science and Management
Simi Kaur
Biology
Faith R. Kiehl
Biology
Gavin P. Kinsella
Biology
Sophia C. Koesterer
Psychology
Hope Leonard
Psychology and Music Technology
Jordan E. Nus
Biology
Rujuta Parekar
Psychology
Carson H. Prosser
Neuroscience
Nicholas C. Richardson
Biology
Gina N. Romines
Psychology
Catherine E. Sellmer
Psychology
Monica Sharma
Neuroscience
Arnima Singh
Biology
Alex M. Stocker
Psychology and English
Bergen I. Tom
Biology
Vivian V. Valadares
Biology