Georgia State University

Sean Kurkjian received the Outstanding M.Ed. Student Award in Social Studies Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the social studies education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Henry Lefert received the Outstanding M.Ed. (GOML) Student Award in Science Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the Georgia On My Line (GOML) science education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Wade Morris received the Outstanding Ph.D. Student Award in Social Studies Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the social studies education doctoral program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Teresa Massey received the Outstanding Ph.D. Student Award in Science Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the science education doctoral program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

In memory of Dr. Virgil Jacobs, former anatomist in the physical therapy program, this award is given to the student who best exemplifies the qualities of intelligence, compassion, fairness, honesty, and sincerity in addition to outstanding scholarly anatomical competence.

The Keystone Award is given to a student or students who, through example, maintain the structure and integrity of the class. Awardees demonstrate a strong commitment to the physical therapy profession, are avid patient advocates, and are respected by faculty and peers.

This award is given to the graduating student in occupational therapy who personifies great character through leadership, community service and overall personal integrity and academic history.

This award is given to the occupational therapy student who has most actively participated in professional activities within the community, demonstrating high standards of professionalism, while maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

The Gordon Seagraves Cummings Scholarship/Award recognizes individuals who are both critical thinkers and caring, competent practitioners -- characteristics personified by Professor Gordon Cummings.

Jae Pujols received the Outstanding M.A.T. Student Award in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the mathematics education master of arts in teaching program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

The Occupational Therapy Academic Excellence Award is given to a graduating second year student with a GPA of 4.0 in the occupational therapy program who also exhibits overall academic excellence.

Loren Johnson received the Outstanding M.Ed. Student Award in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the mathematics education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

The Occupational Therapy Leadership Excellence Award goes to the student who provides ongoing, dynamic leadership and guidance to their class and maintains a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Heidi Byrd received the Outstanding M.Ed. (GOML) Student Award in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the Georgia On My Line (GOML) mathematics education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

David Tressel received the Outstanding Student Award in World Languages Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the world language teacher graduate certification program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

This award recognizes the Occupational Thearpy student who has made an outstanding contribution to the research efforts of the Department of Occupational Therapy and who exhibits the potential of becoming a significant contributor to the field of occupational therapy research.

Kimbeni Mansion received the Outstanding Ph.D. Student Award in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the mathematics education doctoral program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

This award is given to the Occupational Therapy student who maintains the structure and integrity of the class. This student has a strong commitment to the occupational therapy profession, is an avid patient advocate and is respected by faculty and peers.

The spring 2021 recipient of the Nell Hamilton Trotter Award is Avion Cainion, a Managerial Sciences major from Warner Robins, Ga. A dedicated scholar and student leader, Cainion has been engaged in the campus and greater Atlanta communities throughout his tenure at Georgia State. The Nell Hamilton Trotter Award recognizes an outstanding commitment to student involvement and is the highest student leadership award presented by the university.

The Wayne S. Kell Award for Academic Achievement is given to the senior who has achieved the highest scholastic average for all course work taken at Georgia State.

Tracy Jackson received the Outstanding M.A.T. Student Award in English as a Second Language from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) master of arts in teaching program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Georgia State University recognizes one outstanding Nutrition Coordinated Program student each year. Criteria for the award include academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, and potential as a future dietetics professional.

The Outstanding Nutrition Graduate Student Award is given to a nutrition graduate student or students with outstanding academic performance and professional contributions.

Jodee Westbrooks received the Outstanding M.A.T. Student Award in English Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the English education master of arts in teaching program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Madison Crickenberger received the Outstanding M.Ed. Student Award in English Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the English education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Rebecca Eswine received the Outstanding Dissertation Award in Curriculum and Instruction from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the curriculum and instruction doctoral program.

Lauren Coumes received the Outstanding M.Ed. Student Award in Reading, Language and Literacy (Reading Specialist) from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the reading, language and literacy education master of education program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

Megan Lewis received the Outstanding Ph.D. Student Award in Language and Literacy Education from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to an outstanding student in the teaching and learning doctoral program based on academic achievement, teaching expertise, community service and a commitment to excellence.

This award is given to an undergraduate student or students with outstanding academic performance, demonstrated leadership and potential as a future dietetics professional.

Shannon Gibson received the Outstanding Master's Student in Learning Technologies Award from Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development as part of its annual Honors Day celebration. This award is given to a student who has achieved distinction in the study of instructional design and technology.