2016 Winners

Isabelle Payton

Psychology

Freshman

“This academic experience was by far the most meaningful not only because I worked so incredibly hard, but also because I had persevered over self doubt and defeat.”

Leah Rundquist

Maria Juárez



Michael Dotzel

Mathematics & Physics

Sophomore

“For me, experiences like this one embody the reason why I pursue academic—they inspire a stronger correction to oneself and promote a clearer understanding of a discipline in order that progress can be made and perspectives can be expanded.”