发布时间:2024年5月5日，周日

The 英国威廉希尔中文网站 (UE) bestowed 505 degrees upon 488 graduates during the 166th commencement ceremony on Saturday, 5月4日. President Christopher Pietruszkiewicz presided.

Several awards were given at the ceremony including the Mabel Dillingham Nenneker and Guthrie May Outstanding Senior Award, 优秀教师奖, 以及艾克坎普奖. Additionally, two honorary degrees were featured during the celebration.

Full information on the award recipients is as follows:

2024 Mabel Dillingham Nenneker and Guthrie May Outstanding Senior Award

每年, a committee of students and faculty selects an award recipient for the most outstanding senior. The selection is based on high academic performance, 服务承诺, 杰出的领导, and involvement in diverse campus activities. The award is named after two of the University's most respected alumni, Mabel Dillingham Nenneker and Guthrie May. This year's recipient was Crispin Ewen.

Ewen is known for her warmth, passion, and inclusivity. 在她在大学期间, she spearheaded various initiatives to enhance student life, 包括安全升级, 月经用品的可及性, and gathering student feedback for dining services. Always dedicated to improving the student experience, Ewen advocated tirelessly to ensure that proposed improvements were recognized and acted upon by those in positions of influence.

2024 Outstanding Teacher Award Recipient

The 2024 Outstanding Teacher was awarded to Dr. Diana Rodriguez Quevedo, Associate Professor of Spanish.

Dr. Rodriguez Quevedo is a beloved professor in the foreign language department. 她把学生的成功放在首位. She helped to implement online entry-level Spanish courses to meet evolving needs. Students boast about her innovative teaching methods that foster engaging learning environments. 课堂之外, she actively contributes to campus diversity and professional development initiatives. Dr. Rodriguez Quevedo's dedication to excellence earned her the 2024 Outstanding Teacher Award, celebrated for her impactful teaching and support.

2024年艾克坎普奖获得者

The recipient for the 2024 Eykamp Prize was Dr. Alan Kaiser, Professor of Archaeology.

Dr. Kaiser has elevated his department to national recognition, notably through its distinctive undergraduate program in classical archaeology. 在他的指导下, students benefit from a well-rounded education integrating classical languages, 历史, 以及技术技能, distinguishing them within the field. His dedication to experiential learning shines through initiatives like the Tin City Archaeological Project, marking its 20th anniversary this year.

夫人. Rita Eykamp: 亲爱的orary Degree - Doctor of Humane Letters

The 英国威廉希尔中文网站 honored 夫人. Rita Eykamp's countless contributions to the University and community. Her impact at UE spans over three decades, from her pivotal role on the Board of 受托人, serving as chair and later full board member, to her significant leadership contributions in Evansville. Her dedication has earned her prestigious awards and accolades, reflecting her commitment to both UE and the broader community. As a Co-Owner of Mid-States Rubber Products, Inc., she excels in business while embodying values of service and compassion. During commencement, UE honored 夫人. Eykamp获得荣誉学位, recognizing her as a guiding light whose legacy will inspire generations to come.

亲爱的. 理查德·L. Young: 亲爱的orary Degree - Doctor of Humane Letters

The 英国威廉希尔中文网站 celebrates the 亲爱的orable 理查德·L. Young as he tirelessly supports community initiatives in Evansville and beyond. From his active roles in organizations like the Evansville Bar Association to his dedication to mental health advocacy, his impact is felt across diverse causes. The dedication of the UE Mental Health and Wellness Clinic and Emily M. Young Assessment Center in November 2023 stands as a lasting tribute to his commitment to mental health awareness and support. UE was proud to honor Judge Young with an 亲爱的orary Degree during the Commencement Ceremony.

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