Recognized for leadership and service to the campus and community, 32 December graduates will receive the 2014 Chancellor’s Leadership Award at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Chancellor Bernie Patterson presented the awards in a ceremony on Friday in the Dreyfus University Center Laird Room. [Photo Gallery]
Established in 1978 at the urging of former Chancellor Lee Sherman Dreyfus, the award honors graduates who contribute significant leadership, demonstrate university or community service and display a commitment to personal growth. Each recipient receives a bronze medallion emblazoned with the university seal, hanging from a purple and gold ribbon.
College of Professional Studies students receiving the Chancellor’s Leadership Award include:
Erin Baudhuin of Brussels, majored in business administration and international studies with minors in economics and Spanish. She was co-president of Pointers with Passports and active with Special Olympics, International Club and varsity and club volleyball. She is the daughter of Michael and Connie Baudhuin.
Kristin Counihan of Green Bay, majored in early childhood education with a minor in early childhood special education. She served as vice president and president of the Association for the Education of Young Children and vice president and membership coordinator of the Student Wisconsin Education Association. She is the daughter of Rick and Lori Counihan.
Jessica Cox of Hurley, majored in elementary education with a minor in mathematics. Cox was active with Kappa Delta Pi, the National Residence Hall Honorary and Big Brothers Big Sisters. She also served as a peer adviser, tutor and guide for College Days for Kids and Women and Science Day. She is the daughter of Norman and Leilah Cox.
Brock Hanke of Mayville, majored in health science pre-physical therapy. He was active with the UWSP Fire Crew, Sigma Mu Tau, National Society of Leadership and Success, Bass Fishing Club and the Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camp. He is the son of Andrew and Kimberly Hanke.
Danae Jaslow of White Bear Lake, Minn., majored in elementary education with a minor in psychology. She was active in Sign Language Club and residence hall government and volunteered for the annual statewide Family Conference. She is the daughter of Ken Jaslow and Sharon Jaslow.
Jesse Kosobucki of Stevens Point, majored in business administration, communication and German. She was active with German Club, the College of Letters and Science Dean’s Advisory Council, School of Business and Economics Student Mentor program and Big Brothers Big Sisters. She is the daughter of Deb and Dave Kosobucki.
Mykalia Lo of Neenah, majored in elementary education with a minor in English as a second language. She was active with CRU, Hmong and Southeast Asian Club, Relay for Life, Student Wisconsin Education Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Homework Center and The Latchkey Program. She is the daughter of Leeseng Lo and Malee Lo.
Julie Martin of Waukesha, majored in family and consumer sciences secondary education, with a minor in nutrition and health education. She was president of the Stevens Point Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and active with Student Wisconsin Education Association. She is the daughter of David and Cathy Martin.
Shannon McGinn of Hampton, Minn., majored in interior architecture. She was co-president of the American Society of Interior Designers and the Illuminating Engineering Society and president of the International Interior Design Student Association. She also served as a writing consultant for the Tutoring-Learning Center. She is the daughter of Jerry and Amy McGinn.
Jennifer O’Rourke of Portage, majored in economics and business administration with a minor in finance. She was president of the Student Finance Association, a volunteer with Relay for Life and Labor of Love and a peer mentor and adviser with the School of Business and Economics. She is the daughter of Phil and Cathy O’Rourke.
Cullen Sutherland of Stevens Point, majored in vocal performance and choral music education with a minor in German. He was a peer adviser in the Music Department and performed in the UWSP Opera Workshop. He also worked in the University Centers. He is the son of Kay Lockwood and James Sutherland.
Emily Wisinski of Stevens Point, majored in education. She was active with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Career Day for both boys and girls, Stevens Point Academic Advising Association and the annual Teaching Conference on campus. She is the daughter of Richard and Laurie Geesey, and the spouse of Scott Wisinski.
Nkaohly Xiong of Stevens Point, majored in health science pre-occupational therapy with a minor in psychology. She was active with the American Multicultural Student Leadership Conference, Blood Drive, Hmong and South East Asian-American Club, Portage County Cultural Festival and Make a Difference Day. She is the daughter of Johnny Xiong and Pahying Lee.
Ge Xiong of Wausau, majored in physical education with a minor in health education. She was active in the Hmong and Southeast Asian American Club, International Club, Portage County Cultural Festival and Boys and Girls Club. She is the daughter of David and Cathy Martin.
Di Yang of Stevens Point, majored in economics and mathematics — actuarial science. He was active in the Chinese Culture Club, International Club and Boxing Club. He served as a student ambassador and tutor. He is the son of Peiming Yang and Fenglian Guo.