The Geology Department is excited to highlight students who were honored with awards at the 2021 College Honors Convocation.

The entire awards listing can be seen here.

Guy and Joyce Hovis Geology Award

Matthew Tascione ’21

Awarded annually to a student majoring in geology and environmental sciences who, by dedicated effort in a rigorous academic program, has achieved distinction in science and math throughout his/her academic career, or who has come to achieve such distinction through steady improvement. This award is given to a student who is seen by faculty as a potential partner in collaborative geoscience research or in recognition of research already accomplished.

James L. Dyson Geology Award

AidAn Hinchey ’22

Presented annually to a student majoring in geology and environmental geosciences who, by academic achievements and character, exemplifies the ideals by which James L. Dyson lived and worked.

Arthur Montgomery Geology Award

Katherine Kim ’21

Awarded annually to a student of high academic achievement and enthusiasm for geology, in honor of Arthur Montgomery, Professor of Geology 1951-75.

Germanoski Student Award in Earth and Environmental Science

Andrea Bugyis ’21

This award is given to a student majoring in geology or environmental science who achieves high academic standing through hard work and diligence, and demonstrates a particular interest in environmental systems, earth surface processes, or hydrogeology.

Ted and Georgia Metropolis Prize in Geology

Lucy Moeller ’21

Awarded to a junior or senior geology and environmental sciences major who has exhibited high academic achievement, demonstrated enthusiasm for geology and environmental geosciences both inside and outside the classroom and through service.