2019-2020 Excellence Medals

Gold Medals are awarded for first honors and Silver Medals are awarded for second honors to the students who have the highest and the second highest academic average for the past academic year by School and Class Level.

College of Arts and Sciences

Caulfield School of Education

Frank J. Guarini School of Business

School of Nursing

School of Professional and Continuing Studies

Most Noble Order of the Peacock

The Most Noble Order of the Peacock is the University’s oldest scholarship society for traditional day students. Membership is limited to the top 15 senior students who have attained the highest scholastic average in all courses for their first three years at the University.

Undergraduate Awards

The Joanne Amato Excellence in Clinical Nursing Award is established through the generosity of Anthony P. Amato ’72, and his children, Adrienne McDonald and Timothy Amato, in memory of his wife, Joanne, and her admirable dedication to the profession of nursing, to recognize a student who has demonstrated excellence in his/her academic achievements in the School of Nursing. This year’s recipient is Elizabeth V. Rado.

The recipient of the Berrigan Social Justice Award embodies, both in thought and deed, a vision of life well-articulated by Daniel Berrigan: “Darkness is not all, nor war the last word; not by a long shot. Hope. We pray, make firm, plant deep, justice, peace, now and forever”. This year’s recipient is Jennifer Moranchel.

The Collier Award is presented to a biology major for superior performance as a Freshmen. This award is given in memory of Dr. Marjorie M. Collier, professor emeritus of biology, who exemplified throughout her career dedication to the continued development and advancement of her students. The award is presented to Danielle C. Zimny.

The Criminal Justice Award is presented to the criminal justice major who demonstrates academic excellence, service to the community, and leadership. This year’s award is presented to William P. Maresca, III.

In memory of Jasha Green, painter, collagist and sculptor, whose works of art grace the campus of Saint Peter’s University, this award is given to a student whose major or minor degree is in visual arts, graphic arts, and/or fine arts and who not only displays exceptional creativity, but also demonstrates academic excellence. This year’s recipient is Athena Serrano.

In memory of Rev. George J. Hilsdorf, S.J., professor emeritus of chemistry, this award is presented to a student in general chemistry who displays outstanding performance in that course and potential in the field of science in general, and chemistry in particular. The award is funded by Dr. Charles McCauley, colleague and friend of Fr. Hilsdorf, and is awarded this year to Christina A. Maldonado.

In memory of Edward V. Mahoney, ’57, a partner in the firm of KPMG, this award is presented to a student who is entering senior year as an accounting major. Selection of the award winner by the members of the Department of Accountancy and Business Law, is based on potential for professional growth in the field of public accountancy, grades in accounting, general average, and participation in extracurricular activities. The award is presented to Evelynn Ngoc Pham.

In memory of Professor John J. McCaffery, adjunct in the Department of Business Administration, this award is presented to an evening session senior for excellence in business administration and potential for professional growth. The award, funded by Kearfott-Singer, Professor McCaffery’s family, associates at Kearfott-Singer and Saint Peter’s University, is presented this year to Ryan F Cinelli.

In memory of Rev. Aidan C. McMullen, S.J., professor emeritus of history and former academic dean at Saint Peter’s University, this award is presented to a student in the business law minor program who displays excellence in business law studies and has an overall G.P.A. of no less than 3.0. The award, funded by Lori Ann Buza, J.D., Department Chair of Accountancy and Business Law and friend of Fr. McMullen, is awarded this year to Adrista Marlene Ramirez.

The Elizabeth R. Nelson Award in English is donated by Saint Peter’s University alumnus John Nelson and named in honor of Elizabeth R. Nelson, Ph.D., member and former chair of the English department. The award is intended to recognize outstanding performance by a student in the English department. This year’s winner of the Elizabeth R. Nelson Award is Juanita A. Cardin.

In memory of Robert Rigby, a Saint Peter’s University graduate and a long-time director of public housing in Jersey City, this award is given to urban studies and public policy students who will be performing internships to improve people’s lives in urban areas. This year, the award is given to Lamuel A. Pierre-Charles.

In memory of Robert Rigby, a Saint Peter’s University graduate and a long-time director of public housing in Jersey City, this award is given to urban studies and public policy students who will be performing internships to improve people’s lives in urban areas. This year, the award is given to Brandon Peeples Wang.

In memory of Steven J. Rosen, writer, jazz musician, scholar and faculty member in the Saint Peter’s University English department for 20 years, this award recognizes a talented student whose writing conveys power, commitment, clarity and insight. This year’s recipient is Natalie E. Kita.

This award, given in honor of Professor Konstantyn Sawczuk, is presented to the history major, who is enrolled in the history department capstone seminar, and has the highest average in history. The award is presented to Gineen K. Abuali.

In memory of Marcos Spinelli, presented through a bequest from his wife, Grace B. Spinelli, this award is presented to a student for achievement in writing. The student’s essay was judged the best entry for the 2018-2019 editions of The Writer’s Edge. The award for this year is presented to Ethan M. Mangold.

In memory of Joe Sullivan, reporter for The New York Times, for his commitment to the ideals of free speech and his dedication to New Jersey, this award is given to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and a desire to work in the field of communications. This year the recipient is Alina T. Geck.

This Excellence in Business Award is presented to a senior business administration major who has demonstrated outstanding scholarship and citizenship. This year’s award is presented to Tiffany Do.

This award is given to the political science major who demonstrates academic excellence, who demonstrates outstanding service to the local or global community, and who demonstrates commitment to human rights and democratic values. This year’s recipient of the Elnora Watson Award in Political Science is Julianne Rosa Spiniello.

In memory of Dr. V. Eugene Vivian, renowned conservation and environmental advocate and educator, the Vivian award recognizes a student who has demonstrated a commitment to conserving and protecting our environment. The Bonato family funds the award to honor Dr. Vivian’s legacy of service. This year the Vivian Award is given to Deyna Aquino.

The Magis Award is established by the pioneering women of saint peter’s. the award is presented to a gender & sexuality studies minor who has demonstrated a strong interest in social justice and/or gender studies. This year, the Magis Award is presented to Carla Annalexis Laguerre.

Established in 1988, Collins Building Services, Inc. provides the cleaning services for Saint Peter’s University and has initiated this award for a student committed to the practice of sustainability, with a particular interest in recycling. This year’s recipient of the Collins Building Services Award for Sustainability is Claudio Amaya.

Dean’s List

In recognition of academic excellence, students are awarded the Dean’s List if they have earned a term GPA of at least 3.5. To qualify, traditional day students must complete 12 semester credits and SPCS students must complete six credits in at least one eight-week term within the semester (exclusive of Pass/Fail and developmental courses). Students with any incomplete or in-progress grades are not eligible until all courses are completed. A notation will be made on the student’s academic transcript each time the Dean’s List honor is achieved.

2019-2020 Dean’s List Recipients