2005 Boyer College Awards Ceremony

Each year, the Boyer College presents awards and honors to many of our outstanding students.  The 2005 Awards Ceremony was held in Rock Hall Auditorium on Wednesday, May 18th at 4:30PM.  Congratulations to all of our award winning students!

 

DR. DAVID STONE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Presented in memory of Dr. David Stone, Founding Dean of our College, to a member of the junior class who will be a senior next year and who has been at Temple for three years with the highest grade point average.

Presented to Lisa Juzwak by Dean Robert T. Stroker

DEAN EMERITUS HELEN LAIRD TRIBUTE AWARD

Presented in honor of Dean Emeritus Helen Laird to support student travel to competitions, festivals and/or composition premieres to enhance professional development.

Presented to Mena Hanna, Troy Herion, and Melissa Pausina by Dean Robert T. Stroker and Dean Emeritus Helen Laird

DR. JEFFREY CORNELIUS TRIBUTE FUND

Presented in honor of Dr. Jeffrey Cornelius, former Dean of our College, to a music student of exceptional promise as determined by the Dean and Faculty of the Boyer College.

Presented to Cholehna Weaver by Dean Emeritus Jeffrey Cornelius

THE FRANCES HUTTON MEMORIAL AWARD

The Frances Hutton Memorial Award, established in 2001, honors the memory of Frances Hutton, a friend and supporter of the Boyer College for many years, by recognizing an undergraduate or graduate music student who has given outstanding service to the College.

Presented to Keith Roeckle by Dean Robert T. Stroker

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY MUSIC ALUMNI AWARD

Presented by the Alumni to a graduating senior of unusual musical talent who has achieved a high scholastic average during the four years of baccalaureate study.

Presented to Hayley Varhol by Ms. Sonya Garfinkle, President, Music Alumni Association

DAVID M. KATZ SCHOLARSHIP

Established by family and friends in memory of David M. Katz and awarded to four Jazz Studies majors whose musicianship best exemplifies a high level of personal and professional promise.

Presented to Alexander Brown, Justin Carney, Amnon Freidlin, and Justin Leigh by Dean Ed Flanagan

THE BOBBY ROBERTS SCHOLARSHIP

Established through the generosity of friends of Philadelphia band leader Bobby Roberts to honor his memory, this scholarship recognizes a student for outstanding achievement in Jazz Studies.

Presented to Timothy Wendel by Dean Ed Flanagan

ESTHER BOYER GRISWOLD VOICE AND OPERA AWARD

Presented to a student who has attained excellence in performance and scholarship, and who is continuing in the graduate program.

Presented to Adam Fry by Professor Christine Anderson

ELSE FINK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established by her sister Martha Shapiro, friends, and faculty of the Esther Boyer College of Music, this annual award is presented to an outstanding junior in the Department of Vocal Instruction.

Presented to Daryl Freedman by Professor Christine Anderson

FLORENCE BERGGREN VOICE SCHOLARSHIP

Presented annually to a student selected by the Voice Department Chair, in consultation with the department and the Dean on the basis of academic excellence, hard work, and determination.

Presented to Alexandra Day by Professor Christine Anderson

PROFESSOR KLARA MEYERS TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP

Given by Music Alumna Anita Fay Brown, in honor of Professor Klara Meyers, to a talented music student by the faculty and the Dean.

Presented to Amanda Taddeo by Professor Christine Anderson

THE MORTON MEYERS MEMORIAL AWARD

This award is given to an outstanding student in the Voice and Opera Department as recommended by the department chair to the Dean.

Presented to Julia Madden by Professor Christine Anderson

PROFESSOR ROBERT GROOTERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Presented to a promising voice student who reflects high personal and professional standards and is nominated by the faculty to the Dean.

Presented to Nicole Snyder by Professor Christine Anderson

VOICE DEPARTMENT APPRECIATION AWARD

This award is given for outstanding service to the voice department during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Charity Wicks by Professor Christine Anderson

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE DOCTORAL EMERGING DANCE SCHOLAR AWARD

Honors a current Doctor of  Philosophy student in Dance who has demonstrated a high level of scholarship through exceptional work in doctoral level coursework and/or publication or professional presentation.

Presented to Yi-jung Wu by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE DOCTORAL SCHOLARLY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Honors a current Doctor of Philosophy student in Dance who has demonstrated exceptional achievement through a professional publication and/or presentation in the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Ying-Chu Chen by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE MFA CHOREOGRAPHIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Honors a current Master of Fine Arts student for exceptional achievement in a choreographic work during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Ashley Suttlar by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE MFA EMERGING CHOREOGRAPHER AWARD

Honors a current Master of  Fine Arts student who has demonstrated exceptional developmental progress in Choreography during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Shavon Norris by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE EDM EMERGING DANCE EDUCATOR AWARD

Honors a current Master of Education student who has demonstrated exceptional promise as a dance educator during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Monica Frichtel by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE EDM PROFESSIONAL DANCE EDUCATOR AWARD

Honors a current Master of Education student who has made a significant contribution as a dance educator during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Beverly Wehr by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE BFA OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AWARD

Honors a graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts student who has demonstrated excellence in Dance Performance during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Julia Crawford by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE BFA CHOREOGRAPHIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Honors a graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts student who has demonstrated excellence in Choreography during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Rebecca Lloyd-Jones by Professor Luke Kahlich

DEPARTMENT OF DANCE BFA GRADUATING SENIOR SCHOLAR AWARD

Honors a current Bachelor of Fine Arts student who has demonstrated excellence in overall academic achievement during the 2004-2005 academic year.

Presented to Autumn Wendel by Professor Luke Kahlich

THE ANNI BAKER SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded for outstanding abilities as a performing musician, academic excellence in Music Therapy and outstanding potential for clinical work in Music Therapy as demonstrated in field work and internship experiences. Evidence of commitment to the field through participation in student organizations and service-oriented activities.

Presented to Hannah Miller by Professor Cheryl Dileo

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN MUSIC THERAPY

This award is given to a  music therapy major for outstanding musical and academic achievement, and demonstrated potential for clinical work in the field.

Presented to Charla Thomas by Professor Cheryl Dileo

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE FIELD OF MUSIC THERAPY AWARD

This award is given to a graduate student who has made significant contributions to the discipline and profession of Music Therapy.

Presented to Bryan Muller by Professor Cheryl Dileo

MUSIC THERAPY RESEARCH AWARD

This award is given to a graduate Music Therapy student who has demonstrated excellence in research.

Presented to Douglas Keith by Professor Cheryl Dileo

THE JOANNE CARDILLO MEMORIAL AWARD IN MUSIC THERAPY

This award is given annually to support a Music Therapy student at Temple. The award is given by Vincent Cardillo, in memory of his wife Joanne, who was helped during her final hours through Music Therapy.

Presented to Lillian Eyre by Professor Cheryl Dileo

DR. MILLARD E. GLADFELTER SCHOLARSHIP

Established in the Esther Boyer College of Music for a senior with high scholarship, demonstrated need, and exceptional professional promise.

Presented to Emily Lewis by Dean Janet Yamron

THE JAMES H. AND ETHEL L.M. BEACH BOOK AWARD

This award will be made to a deserving undergraduate student majoring in Music Performance or Music Education, who has maintained a 3.0 grade point average or higher.

Presented to Julie Manfredi by Dean Janet Yamron

ESSIE BARON MEMORIAL AWARD 

Established by Edward R. Baron, members of the family, friends, and faculty, the award is given to a member of the May graduating class for outstanding achievement and unusual promise in the field of music.

Presented to Louise Lau by  Dean Janet Yamron

 

DR. ELAINE BROWN TRIBUTE AWARD

Presented to a continuing graduate student in Choral Conducting who most reflects the musicianship, dedication to excellence, and humanitarianism which have distinguished the career of Dr. Elaine Brown, former Chair, Choral Activities Department.

Presented to Michael Ciavaglia by Dean Janet Yamron

PRESSER SCHOLARSHIP

Presented to an outstanding student who has earned high scholarship honors. Chosen by the President and the Dean.

Presented to Justin Lewis by Dean Janet Yamron

ELIZABETH K. PRESCOLN MUSIC PRIZE

Given in memory of Elizabeth K. Prescoln by her husband to a music student deemed worthy of recognition by the Dean and Faculty of the Esther Boyer College of Music.

Presented to Diane Blum by Dean Janet Yamron

GERALD S. WINGENROTH ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Established recently by a former student who graduated in 1991 from our graduate program, Gerald S. Wingenroth. This award is presented to a deserving music student.

Presented to Troy Herion by Dean Ed Flanagan

WILLIAM A. SINGER MEMORIAL AWARD

Awarded to a first year graduate student who has attained academic excellence and shown considerable potential for continued work at the graduate level.

Presented to Duane Large by Dean Ed Flanagan

DR. MILTON SUTTER MEMORIAL AWARD

Presented in memory of Dr. Milton Sutter, a former member and former chairman of the Music History Department, the award is presented to a student who has demonstrated excellence and potential in the field of Music History.

Presented to Carlos Ramirez and Angelica Minero Escobar by Professor Stephen Willier

DR. JOHN HENRY HELLER, JR. MEMORIAL AWARD

Presented to a graduate student for excellence in Composition in memory of Dr. John Henry Heller, Jr., this award was established by friends of Dr. Heller who received his doctorate in Composition from Temple University, January, 1977.

Presented to John Ebbert by Dean Richard Brodhead

DR. B. STIMSON CARROW TRIBUTE AWARD

Awarded  to a continuing graduate student who demonstrated outstanding pedagogical potential combined with a high standard of performance ability and broad comprehensive musicianship.

Presented to Duane Large by Professor Michael Klein

BRUCE ARCHIBALD MEMORIAL AWARD

Presented to an outstanding student in the area of Music Theory, as designated by the faculty and the Dean.

Presented to Michael Robison by Professor Michael Klein

THE JACK MOORE MEMORIAL PERCUSSION SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to an outstanding graduating percussion senior who has made significant contributions to the percussion program.

Presented to Bridgett Gordon by Professor Glenn Steele

THE IMMORDINO PERCUSSION GIFT AWARD

Is given to an outstanding undergraduate percussion major deserving of financial assistance, who has made significant progress as a musician and percussionist, has exhibited high moral and ethical character, has made positive contributions to the betterment of his or her fellow percussionist, and the mission of the percussion program and the Esther Boyer music community. 

Presented to Douglas Suriano by Mr. and Mrs. Immordino and Professor Glenn Steele

 

THE GLENN STEELE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

A $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student demonstrating outstanding work in the percussion program for his or her sophomore or junior year, chosen by Glenn Steele, percussion program director.

Presented to Adam B. Solomon by Mrs. Linda Steele

MAX ARONOFF PRIZE

For excellence in the study of the major instrument, a high level of participation in chamber ensembles, a sincere interest in teaching, and a generally high record of academic achievement.

Presented to Loy Marks by Professor Arthur Chodoroff

EMILY AND ARTHUR CROSBY AWARD

Given in their memory to that student who embodies the highest ethical standards, has demonstrated an outstanding proficiency in, and enjoyment of  music, possesses a sensitivity to the values and needs of the College community, and who will carry these concerns forward to the benefit of  the profession.

Presented to James Finegan by Professor Arthur Chodoroff

ALBERT TASHJIAN PRIZE

For excellence in the study of a stringed instrument and for outstanding ensemble performance.

Presented to John Harrison by Professor Arthur Chodoroff

HOWARD CHIVIAN MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established by Mrs. Lena Chivian, his mother, and Marvin Leonard Chivian, his brother, in memory of Howard Chivian, B.S., Temple University, class of 1943; M. Ed. 1952; Director of the Diamond Band. The award is presented to a member of the graduating class in recognition of excellence in the field of music and service to the Temple University Diamond Band.

Presented to Shayna Corapi by Professor Arthur Chodoroff

THE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA STUDENT SOLOIST AWARD

The Temple University Symphony Orchestra Student Soloist Award is presented to the winner of the Boyer College student competition which is held each fall. In additional to today’s presentation, the award winner performed with the Symphony Orchestra in February, 2004.

Presented to Daniel Chrisman by Professor Arthur Chodoroff

ESTHER M. SCHULTZ AWARD

Presented in honor of Mrs. Esther M. Schultz, Temple University graduate and friend of the Boyer College of Music, to an outstanding undergraduate for excellence in music and outstanding service to the Temple University Concert Choir

Presented to Joseph Alpar by Dean Janet Yamron

JACOBS MUSIC COMPANY STEINWAY AWARD

Presented to an outstanding pianist who is graduating in May.

Presented to Joseph Alpar by Mrs. Gabrielle Rinaldi and Professor Harvey Wedeen

THE ROSE G. HAGOPIAN COMMENCEMENT PRIZE

Established by Rose G. Hagopian, former president of the Matinee Musical Club of Philadelphia.  The award is presented to a classically trained musical student, a senior or graduate student for excellence.

Presented to Matthew Grady by Mr. and Mrs. Hagopian

MUSIC THERAPY CERTIFICATE OF MERIT

Presented for outstanding musical and academic achievement, and demonstrated potential for clincal work in Music Therapy.

Presented to Courtney Parker by Professor Cheryl Dileo

MUSIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE OF MERIT

Presented by the Department of Music Education and Therapy to a Music Education student in recognition of superior achievement.  The awardee demonstrates the professional attributes, musical competencies, and personal qualities of an outstanding music educator.

Presented to Hayley Varhol by Professor Beth Bolton

WHO’S WHO IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES

Presented by Dean Richard Brodhead

Joseph  Alpar

Diane Blum

Marianela Boan

Julie Bougher

Nadine Cadesky

Timothy Carroll

Allen Carter

Andrew Crow

Maria Contreras

Louis DeLise

Alexander DeVaron

Bridget Doak

Matthew Erlanger

Lillian Eyre

Matthew Ferrell

Daryl Freedman

Liam Goodrick

Dominic Gregorio

Anne Harlow

Lisa Juzwak

Marc Kaplan

Katherine Katzin

Douglas Keith

Dae Kim                          

Emilily Kosasih

John  Leonard  

Justin Lewis

Yaitza Lopez

Emiliano Pardo-Tristan

Courtney Parker

David Pasbrig

Tatyana Rashkovsky

Nicolas Real

Igor Resnianski

Kristy Riggs

Andrew Robinette

Keith Roeckle

Douglas Schmidt

Martha Schrempel        

Timothy Schwarz

Todd Shilhanek

Julianna Snyder

Kimberly Stewart

Michael Tsalka

Ana Tsinadze

Shin Uchida

Patrick Urban

Hayley Varhol

Cholehna Weaver

Jessica Weber

Charity Wicks

Irina Yurkovskaya

             

PRESSER MUSIC AWARD

Designed by the Presser Foundation, this award is presented to a returning graduate student to encourage and support in a special way the advanced education and career of truly exceptional music students of enormous talent who have the potential to make a distinguished contribution to the field of music.

Presented to Maria Contreras by Dean Robert T. Stroker

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS

Presidential Scholars are chosen by the College, but honored by President David Adamany at a University Ceremony.  A Presidential Scholar must be a graduating senior who has earned a grade point average of 3.75 or greater in their first seven semesters.  We proudly acknowledge the Presidential Scholars from the Boyer College of Music and Dance.

Joseph Alpar

Diane Blum

Liam Goodrick

Troy Herion

Heidi Manz

Carlos Ramirez

Michael Robison

Efeya Sampson            

Gregory Snyder

Gina Stickney

Hayley Varhol

Autumn Wendel