in naming Biology Awards

BIOLOGY
AWARDS

At the end of each academic year the Biology Department presents a number of awards to outstanding students.These awards are presented at the annual Science Banquet.
 
 
FRESHMAN BIOLOGY AWARD

 

 

Given for outstanding performance in the freshman level biology classes.Academic achievement, enthusiasm and attitude are taken into account in naming these award winners. Winners typically receive a dictionary of biological terms.

 

 

2001:  Melissa Moyer
2000:  Jessica Conrad and Brett West
1999:  Mindy Finch and Michael Greer
SOPHOMORE BIOLOGY AWARD

 

 

Given for outstanding performance in the sophomore level biology classes.Academic achievement, enthusiasm and attitude are taken into account in naming these award winners. Winners typically receive a subscription toScience News.

 

 

2001:  Maggie Camperlengo
2000:  Brian Keesey
1999:  David Houle
JUNIOR/SENIOR BIOLOGY AWARD

 

 

Given for outstanding performance in upper-level biology classes. Academicacheivement, enthusiasm and attitude are considered but we also look at leadership and impact on the department outside of the classroom. This award is not usually given to a graduating senior. Winners usually receive a subscription to Scientific American.

 

 

2001:  Mindy Finch
2000:  David Houle
1999:  Rebecca Soria
GRADUATING SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

 

 

Recognizes a graduating senior who has achieved a high-level of professional growth as a biologist. This is usually an individual that has maintained a high-level of quality in their courses and has also made significant research contributions to the discipline of biology. Winners receive a book or membership in a professional organization in the field of his or her interest.

 

 

2001:  Emily Elkins
2000:  Roger Rodriguez
1999:  Brooke Hodnick
ANTON DE BARY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN BOTANY
This award, started in 1999, is the result of an anonymous donation. It recognizes a student who has excelled in the study of plants. The award is a copy of Shinners & Mahler's Illustrated Flora of North CentralTexas.

 

 

2001:  Lori Jennings
2000:  Amy Williams
1999:  Monica Granados
BIOLOGY RESEARCH AWARD 
Recognizes an individual who has excelled in independent research. Winners receive a book or membership in a professional organization in the field of his or her interest.

 

 

2001:  Lori Jennings
2000:  Joshua Gatson
1999:  Staci Geren
ANTHRAX AWARD 
Recognizes an individual who, well what can I say?You should read

 
The Anthrax Story

[Top | Main Biology Page]

Department of Biology
Texas Wesleyan University
1201 Wesleyan Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76105-1536
Phone (817) 531-7587
Fax (817) 531-4202

Send questions or comments to M.A. Clark