Elmira College

Elmira College recently announced this year's recipients of its annual Key Award. This year's award was given to 783 students in 16 states. A tradition that goes back to 1935, the Key Award is presented to outstanding students in their junior year of high school or preparatory school.

ROCHESTER, NY - Oscar Munoz Trinidad of the Elmira College men's volleyball team was named the 2022-23 Empire 8 Co-Male Senior Scholar Athlete of the Year, based

The 13th Annual Student Research Conference, held May 24 in Cowles Hall, showcased 18 research projects involving 24 students. The students presented projects from the natural and social sciences, delving into soil erosion, international student difficulties, the genetics of neurodevelopmental disabilities, classroom teacher practices, and more.

The Algernon DeWaters Gorman Prize, was endowed as an award for the Elmira College junior with a good overall average who has completed the most scholarly work in chemistry.

The annual Elmira College Nurse Pinning Ceremony, held in Gibson Theatre as part of Commencement activities, recognized 36 students who have completed the requirements for a bachelor of science degree in nursing.

Recently, nine Elmira College students completed the Soaring Higher Leadership program. Over the course of 10 weeks, the students learned about the importance of knowing their values and skills, listened to speakers talk about their leadership journeys, and helped each other grow as leaders.

The Bruce Beaty Memorial Prize is presented each year to an exceptional graduate in the field of human services.

Each year, an Elmira College senior is awarded the Sharon Cosloy-Blank '66 Science Prize for demonstrating excellence in scientific research in the areas of molecular biology, genetics, and/or biochemistry.

The Bruce Beaty Memorial Prize is awarded each year to an exceptional graduate in the field of human services.

The Carmine John Parker '79 Prize recognizes a graduate with promise as a leader in global citizenship.

Each year, the Dr. Kathleen Sward Nursing Excellence Prize is awarded to a graduating Elmira College student who has demonstrated academic and clinical excellence in nursing.

Each year, the Dr. Louise Frances Potter Prize is given to a superior graduate in Biology.

Each year, the Dr. Louise Frances Potter Prize is given to a superior graduate in Biology.

Each year, an Elmira College student is recognized with the Class of 1917 Prize. This prize is awarded to the graduate who has shown the most creative ability in English Language and Literature.

Each year, one Elmira College student is awarded the Abraham Shabanowitz Mathematics Prize. The prize was established by Dr. Harry Shabanowitz, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, in memory of his father, to be awarded to graduates showing outstanding achievement in the field of mathematics.

Each year, an Elmira College student is recognized with the Kathlene Arnott Watters '65 Prize. The prize is awarded to an exceptional graduating student in American Studies, Classical Studies, English Literature, History, or Philosophy and Religion whose work exemplifies the ideals of scholarly inquiry and demonstrates a passion for the humanities.

Each year, Elmira College students are recognized with the Elizabeth Anne Graham '42 Prize. The prize is awarded to graduating students who, in judgment of the Department of Art, show the greatest promise in the field of applied art.

Each year, Elmira College students are recognized with the Elizabeth Anne Graham '42 Prize. The prize is awarded to graduating students who, in judgment of the Department of Art, show the greatest promise in the field of applied art.

Each year, one Elmira College student is recognized with the Kathryn Jenkins Education Prize. The prize is awarded to the graduating student, either graduate or undergraduate, who shows the greatest promise in the field of childhood education.

Elmira College recently named the 2023 recipient of the Barbara H. Palmer '67 Prize In History, which awards funds to a graduating student who has shown exceptional achievement in the field of history and is chosen by members of the College's history faculty.

Each year, one Elmira College student is awarded this prize, given by Hal Roach, Litt.D. '88 Sons of the Desert Tent and presented to a graduating theatre major who has demonstrated the potential of a professional career in theatre and film.

Elmira College celebrated the graduation of 202 students during its 165th Commencement on Sunday, June 4. The Class of 2023 included 75 honor graduates receiving summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude honors.

On Sunday, June 4, 172 members of the Elmira College Promising Class of 2023 and 30 graduate students walked across the stage on Carnegie Lawn to receive their degrees and set forth to find their place in the world.

The Professional Nurses of the Twin Tiers Award is presented annually to a graduating Elmira College senior who demonstrates leadership ability and lives in Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben or Tompkins counties or intends to practice in the area.

The Rho Gamma Scholarship Prize is given annually to a Rho Gamma member who is a graduating senior nursing student who demonstrates scholarship and excellence in nursing.

The Mildred Whittlesey McGraw Attainment Award recognizes an Elmira College junior who has made the greatest contribution in academic achievement, general activities, and citizenship, and who has demonstrated most thoroughly the aims of the College. The award was endowed by Harold McGraw, Sr., former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, in honor of his mother. This year, Sarah Wagner '24 was one of two students that received the award.

Each year, Elmira College awards upperclassmen students with the Iris Leadership Award. This year, Allisandra Scalessa '25 was one of the two students who received the award.

Each year Elmira College awards upperclassmen students with the Iris Leadership Award. This year, Lindsey Smith '24 was one of the two students who received the award.

Each year the Elmira College Nurse Education Faculty Recognition for Excellence in Nursing is presented to an outstanding graduating senior nursing student that represents the profession of nursing. He or she has actively participated in the Nurse Education Program, such as, serving as a student representative with the standing committees, ad hoc committee, and/or active involvement in the Nursing Club of Elmira College.

The Mildred Whittlesey McGraw Attainment Award recognizes an Elmira College junior who has made the greatest contribution in academic achievement, general activities, and citizenship, and who has demonstrated most thoroughly the aims of the College. The award was endowed by Harold McGraw, Sr., former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, in honor of his mother. This year, Kaitlyn Belmont '24 was one of two students that received the award.