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UST Celebrates A Year of Leadership
4/27/2009
 The seventh annual Leadership Banquet, “Celebrating the Stars of UST,” was held Sunday, April 26 in Jerabeck Center to celebrate a year of student leadership and achievement. This year’s Presidential award went to Amanda Ingersoll, a marketing major; Misbah Khatri, a biology major, received the Marsha A. Wooldridge Citizenship Award; Nicole Hickl, a communication major, received the Emerging Leader Award.
“The leadership banquet recognized many student groups and student leaders for their hard work in making UST feel like a home away from home,” said Angie Montelongo, assistant director of Student Activities. “Approximately 160 people were in attendance and we were blessed that so many family and friends joined in the celebration. The event continues to grow and allows us to thank our students, faculty and staff advisors and families for their dedication to each organization on campus. This event captures the essence of UST in developing leaders of faith and character.”
Recipients were nominated by their peers, faculty and staff and were reviewed by a special selection committee. Also recognized at the ceremony were the presidents of UST academic clubs, student organizations, sports clubs and residence life staff.
Presidential Leadership Award: Amanda Ingersoll
This prestigious award is given to an undergraduate junior or senior who has made significant leadership contributions to the University during his or her years as a student.
Emerging Leader Award: Nicole Hickl
This award is given to an individual, who through education and insight, has developed a strong base to become a vibrant student leader at UST. A current freshman or sophomore, this individual is most likely to take on leadership roles that will allow him or her to voice his or her concerns and change the face of the University.
Marsha A. Wooldridge Citizenship Award: Misbah Khatri
This award is given to a student who has distinguished him or herself in character, leadership and scholarship. He or she has demonstrated a strong commitment UST through positive contributions to the entire community. This individual is successful in his or her academic area of study and co-curricular efforts, is sensitive to the value of diversity within the UST community, and is self-confident, skillful, creative and compassionate.
Dr. Janice Gordon-Kelter Outstanding Woman of the Year Award:
Nicole Walker
This award is named after the late Dean of the Master in Liberal Arts Program, Dr. Janice Gordon-Kelter, in recognition of her tireless efforts for improving the experience of women at UST. This award is given to an undergraduate or graduate female student whose leadership has had a positive impact on the overall experience of women on campus. Special thanks to Dr. Irving Kelter in the development of this award.
Outstanding Non-Traditional Student of the Year Award: Theresa Heard
This award is given to a non-traditional student for their dedication to improving the experience of UST non-traditional students. A non-traditional student must meet 2 of the following criteria: attend part time for at least part of the academic year; work full time while enrolled; is financially independent; is a parent; or is 25 years or older.
Spirituality Commitment Award:
Jessie Martinez
Outstanding Club/Organization of the Year:
UST Women’s Volleyball Team
Advisor of the Year Award:
Dr. John Palasota for Pre-Health Professional Society
Student Enrichment Award:
Tri-Beta for Darwin Day Celebration
Community Service Award:
Accounting Society for VITA Program
Creativity Award:
Vietnamese Student Association for Lunar New Year
Co-Programming Award:
UST Women’s Volleyball Team and Health, Promotion & Wellness for Dig Pink Rally
Who’s Who Among Students –Students are nominated by a faculty or staff member to be a representative of the Who’s Who Among Students organization. Students must write a one-page statement summarizing their involvement on campus and why they would make a good representative.
Who's Who students include:
Elizabeth Alexander
Monica Alleman
Jorge Bassante
Emily Calasanz
Geraldo Duque
Ben Felleman
Theresa Heard
Rebecca Heffern
Paula Henao
Johnny Huynh
Cimela Kidonakis
Julie Lang
Lisa Llano
Tom Mendez
Misbah Mohammed
Vania Phuoc
Cearah Reagans
Christopher Ruhnke
Oscar Roa
Danielle Schwartenburg
Ghazel Tellawi
Shown above, Presidential Leadership Award winner Amanda Ingersoll and UST President Dr. Robert Ivany.
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