ESS Department Awards
Each year, the Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences recognizes graduating seniors whose academic achievements, research excellence, commitment to justice, and leadership in sustainability exemplify the department’s mission.
Honoring Outstanding Students
Environmental Studies Research Award
The Environmental Studies Research Award recognizes the graduating senior who has demonstrated exceptional achievement in environmental studies research.
| Year | Awardee(s) |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Shea Mulqueeny |
Environmental Science Research Award
The Environmental Science Research Award honors graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in environmental science research. This year, the department recognized two exceptional students whose accomplishments merited dual awards.
| Year | Awardee(s) |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Samantha Lei, Andrew Schatz |
Environmental Justice Award
The ESS Justice Award recognizes a graduating senior(s) whose work advances diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice through research, community engagement, or efforts that expand participation in environmental stewardship. This year, the department recognized two exceptional students whose accomplishments merited dual awards.
| Year | Awardee(s) |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Samantha Lei, Bea Ricafort |
Lucky Hinkle Sustainability Award
Established in honor of longtime university staff member Lucky Hinkle, this award recognizes a graduating senior who has made a significant contribution to promoting sustainability on campus and beyond.
| Year | Awardee(s) |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Grace Falci |