Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Honors Academic, Teaching, and Community Service Excellence at Annual Awards Banquet
Top honors included:
- The Chick-Fil-A-Lancaster Positive Impact Educational Award was presented to Noah Tarr, Blairesville, PA, and Daniel Whithaus, Elizabethtown, PA. This award recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence throughout their experience at Stevens College, and includes a monetary award to reduce or eliminate a student’s loan obligation. The award was presented by Judy Shaffer, from Chick-Fil-A-Lancaster.
- The Excellence in Teaching Award was presented to Vincent E Miles, Social Sciences professor with Thaddeus Stevens College. This award is presented by Dr. William Griscom, President of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology. Candidates for this award are nominated by Stevens College students and selected by a committee of peer Faculty.
- The Alex B. Munro Diversity Award was presented to Stephen P. Latta, Cabinetmaking and Wood Technology professor with Thaddeus Stevens College. The award recognizes individuals who perform in an exceptional manner to advance intercultural harmony, equity and campus diversity by making exceptional contributions to the College.
- The Donald W. Jones Award is presented to graduating students who have achieved a 4.0 grade point average upon graduation. Six students were recognized for this outstanding academic achievement:
- Steven C. Barndt, Pennsburg, PA
- Christopher B. Grudi, Hershey, PA
- Christopher J. Nelson, Columbia, PA
- Aidan M Porter, Morgantown, PA
- David Thompson, Lancaster, PA
The following students were also recognized for outstanding performance in their majors:
American History
Outstanding Student – Christopher B. Grudi
Computer Information Systems
Outstanding Student – Anthony Eisenberg
Economics
Outstanding Student – Aidan M Porter; Mark T Bowman; William M Kauffman
English
Outstanding Student -Deirdre D. Magolon
Science
Outstanding Student - Aidan M. Porter
Social Sciences
Outstanding Students - Nathan Sears; Breona R. Hughes
Architectural Technology
Highest Technical GPA - Shawn P. Heffley
Program & Professional Role Model - Fabian J. Montano
Outstanding CADD & BIM Proficiency - Andy (Andrea) L. Dearstyne
Automotive Technology
Rosser Memorial Award - Highest GPA - Aaron J. William
Shepherd Memorial Award - High GPA - Alexander L. Clinton
Most Technically Competent - Tyler M. Mascormick
Business Administration
Highest GPA - Kaleb A. Wentz
Outstanding Student - W. Paul Amico
Cabinetmaking & Wood Technology
Outstanding Craftsmanship/Highest GPA - Donated by the Central PA American Architectural Institute - Christopher B. Grudi
High GPA and Leadership -Andrew C. Walter
High GPA and Good Work Ethic - John G. Kurtz
Carpentry Technology
Highest GPA - Morning Class -Kyle P. Keifer
Most Outstanding - Morning Class - Dylan R. Stone
Most Improved - Morning Class - Dajour N. Harrison
Paul L. Simmers Award - in Memory of Paul L. Simmers (Most Advanced) - Morning Class -
Luke Nolan
Excellence in leadership & Most Dedicated - Afternoon Class - Brad P. Kenny
Quality and Dedication – Afternoon Class - Nicholas A Bruno
Most Improved/Dedication – Afternoon Class -Simon Esayas
Most Improved/Dedication - Afternoon Class - Joshua T. Bowman
Collision Repair Technology
Highest GPA - Joshua W. Stoltzfus
Most Technically Competent -Jacob D. Brandt
Outstanding Work Ethic - John E. Eppley
Computer Networking Systems Administration
Brendan W. Meley '03 Memorial Award - CNSA - Afternoon Showing Promise and Potential -Albert L. Pundt
Brendan W. Meley '03 Memorial Award - CNSA Evening Showing Promise and Potential -
Alex K. Kuhn
Highest GPA - Joshua P. Zearfoss
Most Technically Competent – Morning Class - Joshua P. Zearfoss
Most Technical Growth – Morning Class - Mathew McLaughlin
Most Proficient Application Developer – Morning Class - Tyler N. Deck
Integrity, Respect and Collaborative Work -Paul P. Ernst
Computer Software Engineering Technology
Highest GPA - Christopher J. Nelson
Highest GPA - Danny Hernandez
Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Program & Professional Role Model - Jacob T. Shoff
Academic Excellence/Dedication - Richard S. Hefflefinger
Computer Integrated Machining Technology
Highest GPA & SME - Laura E. Benton
Technical Competency - Tyler J. Larry
Electrical Technology
Outstanding Electrical Student & The Class of 1931 Electrical Shop Award - Kailin C. Hoffman
Outstanding Academic Performance & Service to Electrical Technology (Morning Class) -
Robert C. Campagna
Most Sought After Electrical Technology (Morning Class) - Skylar L. Floyd
Outstanding Electrical Student & The Gordon Van Zandt Memorial Award – John David L. Stoltzfus
Outstanding Academic Performance & Service to Electrical Technology (Afternoon Class) - Bryce R. Shaffer
Most Sought After Electrical Technology (Afternoon Class) - Aidan M. Porter
Electronic Engineering Technology
Outstanding Electronic Engineering Student - Jared P. Bitts
Electro-Mechanical Technology
Outstanding Electro-Mechanical Engineering Student & SME - David Thompson
Outstanding Electro-Mechanical Technology Student - Zachary H. Bomberger
Outstanding Electro-Mechanical Technology Student - Tyler N. Sensenig
Engineering CAD Technology (CADT)
Highest GPA - Donated by SME - Andrew Cameron
Outstanding Proficiency w/CAD Solid Model - Clayton T. Knisely
Service to the CAD Technology Program - Elijah R. Thompson
Graphic Communications & Printing Technology
Excellence in Printing - Veronica M. Thomas
Excellence in Graphic Communications - Josh J. Paul
Outstanding Student - Tyler D. Richard
Service to Graphics Technology Program - Travis Nolt
Heating, Ventilation Air Conditioning Technology
Technical Competency - Day Class - K. Vaughn Landis
Outstanding Student - Day Class - Nathan W. Cooper
Excellence in HVAC - Day Class - Mason P. Bossert
Technical Competency - Evening Class - Christian M. Barzaga
Outstanding Student Evening Class - Anthony P. Dotterer
Outstanding Student Evening Class - Kurt A. Cain
Excellence in HVAC Evening Class - Steven C. Barndt
Masonry Technology
Highest GPA - Vincent W. Freeman
Stefan L. Facenda Memorial Award - Benjamin Dagen
Most Improved - Hunter J. Scherfel
Most Technically Competent - Brayden H. Fry
Frank Mamrak Memorial Award - Jacob R. Sensenig
The John Fox Family Award - Brayden H. Fry
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Highest GPA/Donated by MindTrust Engineering LLC & SME - Rebecca L. Trout
Technical Competency /Donated by MindTrust Engineering LLC- Jacob B. Akerley
Technical Competency/Theodore Hirsh Award /Donated by MindTrust Engineering LLC -Emilio R. Perez-Abreu
Metals Fabrication & Welding Technology
Graduating Sophomore with Highest Overall GPA & Demonstrating Professionalism in the Field, Morning Class - William M. Kauffman
Graduating Sophomore with Highest Technical GPA & Demonstrating Professionalism in the Field, Morning Class - Mitchell C. Diem
Graduating Sophomore with an Outstanding Technical GPA, Demonstrating Professional and Personal Growth while at Stevens, Morning Class - Hunter S. Bruckhart
Graduating Sophomore with Highest Overall GPA & Demonstrating Professionalism in the Field, Afternoon Class - Nicolas Scott Myer
Graduating Sophomore with Highest Overall GPA & Demonstrating Professionalism in the Field, Afternoon Class - Joseph P. Battle
Graduating Sophomore with Outstanding Technical GPA & Demonstrating Leadership Skills and professionalism in the field, Afternoon Class - Joseph McGrew
Plumbing Technology
Most Technically Competent - Nathan A. Bromley
Most Technically Competent - Christian M. Strother
Most Technically Competent - Noah D. Tarr
Most Improved - Todd S. McGrew
Residential Remodeling Technology
Highest Overall GPA - Jayben Aument
Most Improved - Kyle D. Metz
Most Technically Proficient - Greg R. Houck
Most Technically Proficient - Travis J. Healy
Welding Technology
Highest GPA and Academic Achievement - Aidan C. Smith
High GPA and Leadership Excellence - Ryan Frost
Perfect Attendance and Outstanding Commitment - Ian P. Byrne
Water & Environment Technology
Highest GPA - Michael A. Bensinger
The following awards were also presented:
- Student Alumni Award was presented to Jared A. Kieffer, Lancaster, PA. This award is presented to a graduating student in recognition for his or her outstanding qualifications in leadership, character and scholarship. Students are nominated and selected by Stevens College faculty.
- James H Hartzell Award was presented to Joseph R. Cruz-Reyes, Lebanon, PA. This award is presented in recognition of showing greatest Scholastic and Personal Improvement.
- Kenneth W Schuler Award was presented to Aidan C. Smith, Swarthmore, PA. This award is presented to a graduating student pursuing further education.
- Thaddeus Stevens College Service Award was presented to Jaybin Aument, Conestoga, PA. This award is presented to the student who best exemplifies the Spirit of Volunteerism and Community Service within and/or outside of the Stevens Community.