Scholarly Recognitions - December 2024 (or December 2024's Scholarly Recognitions)
Villanova University has recognised a number of students for their academic excellence during the Fall 2024 term. The Sessions Faculty and administration congratulate the honor roll recipients, who have demonstrated a deep commitment to their academic journey.
Among the honourees are several students who earned Honor Roll for Undergraduate Certificates. Stephen Adair and James Minckler were recognised for their achievements in Digital Media, while Jasmine Tacho was honoured for her work in Web Design.
In the Bachelor of Fine Arts programmes, several students distinguished themselves. Angela Dela Cruz earned Honor Roll for her work in Digital Photography, Margaret Beaver and Kyle Heidemann were honoured for their efforts in Graphic Design, and Jordan Powers was recognised for his achievements in Digital Photography.
The Illustration department saw a number of notable achievements. Sophia Brink, Wathana Keth, and Jordan Powers earned Associate of Occupational Studies in Illustration, while Sophia Perez, Walter Aaron, Jessica O'Connell, and Elizabeth Brown Nuckols earned Honor Roll for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration. Amy Cady and Bianca Roncarati went a step further, earning Honor Roll with Distinction and President's List respectively.
Notably, Bianca Roncarati's achievements were particularly impressive, as she earned not only the Honor Roll with Distinction but also the President's List, which is the highest level of recognition. Stefanos Dardanos, also in the Graphic Design programme, achieved a similar feat, earning both the Honor Roll with Distinction and the President's List.
The requirements for Academic Honors vary by degree program at Villanova University. The College of Engineering requires 29-31 credits of Honors coursework depending on the major, while the Honors College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Fitzpatrick College of Nursing require 30 and 31 credits of Honors coursework respectively. The Villanova School of Business requires 31 credits of Honors coursework, including a specific 1-credit course, with at least five out of eleven credits in Business courses.
Students who earn these honors receive an official letter of recognition and a resume honor. Dr. Meryl P. Epstein, Dean of Academic Affairs, expressed admiration for the honor roll recipients and their commitment to their academic journey.
In addition to these honourees, Braedyn Karis-Ohanna earned Honor Roll for Parritt Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration, Bryson Hargraves earned Honor Roll for Associate of Occupational Studies in Digital Media, and Elena Manalp earned Honor Roll for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Photography.
The Academic Excellence program recognises students in Bachelor's Degree, Associate Degree, and Undergraduate Certificate programs. The university looks forward to continuing to celebrate the achievements of its students in the coming terms.
- Several students, such as Margaret Beaver and Kyle Heidemann, were honored for their dedication to graphic design, showcasing their achievements as part of the learning process in the Bachelor of Fine Arts programmes.
- In the field of education-and-self-development, Bianca Roncarati and Stefanos Dardanos, both from the Graphic Design programme, not only earned Honor Roll with Distinction but also reached the highest level of recognition, the President's List, demonstrating their profound commitment to learning and graphic design.
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