Arts, Sciences & Engineering
We are proud to present you with these exceptional award winners.
Dean’s Medal
Established in 2008, the Dean’s Medal recognizes extraordinary service, philanthropy, and leadership to Arts, Sciences & Engineering, and dedication and commitment that inspire others to take leadership roles at the University. Individuals, families, associations, corporations, or foundations may be recognized. It is among the highest honors given by Arts, Sciences & Engineering.
2023: Jane Z. Cohen ’67 and Dr. Lawrence (Larry) Cohen ’66
2022:
Arthur R. Miller ’56, ’08 (Hon)
Richard A. Schwartz ’63, ’66 (MS) and Vicki Proschel Schwartz ’62
2021: Gwen M. Greene ’65 (MS)
2018: Thomas R. Sloan ’65, ’67 (MS)
2015: Ronald Rettner
2013: Edmund A. Hajim ’58
2012: Dr. Bernard T. Ferrari ’70, ’74M (MD)
2011: Hugo F. Sonnenschein ’61
2010: Robert B. Goergen ’60
John N. Wilder1 Award
Established in 2008, the John N. Wilder Award honors an individual, family, association, corporation, or foundation whose philanthropy inspires others in support of an “Ever Better” University of Rochester. The award is named for John Wilder, first president (chairman) of the University’s Board of Trustees.
2023: Nila S. Bragg ’88
2022:
Abigail Zabrodsky ’14, ’19S (MBA)
John Zabrodsky ’82, P’14, P’19
2021:
Gary Clinton ’73 and Don Millinger ’76
Stephen Givant ’81
2019: Suzanne Sawada ’73
2018: Erick G. Bond ’77, P’13 and Nancy Bond ’78N, P’13
2015: Dr. Elizabeth Puhn Bruno ’89, P’18
2014:
Barbara J. Burger ’83
Debra Dorfman Drumheller ’74
2013: Mark E. Goldstein ’78
2012: H. Christopher Boehning
2011:
Daniel K. Cantor ’81
Joseph F. Cunningham ’67 (MA)
2010: Nomi Miron Bergman ’85
2009: Mark S. Zaid ’89
James S. Armstrong Alumni Service Award
Established in 1990, the James S. Armstrong Alumni Service Award is presented to an alumnus/a in recognition of outstanding and extraordinary service, leadership, loyalty, commitment, and significant contribution to the University in broad and varied roles.
The award honors James S. Armstrong ’54, ’65 (MA), who served the University from 1976 to 1987 as director of alumni relations.
2023: Dr. Mark Frohman ’66
2022:
Jason Buitrago ’07, ’14W (MS)
Dr. Ashley N. Campbell ’09, ’10W (MS)
2021: Tiffany Taylor Smith ’91
2019: Diane Ambler, Esq. ’71
2018: Noah D. Pizmony-Levy Drezner ’00
2014: Peter D. Standish ’64
2013:
Jeanine Sullivan Cushman ’63
Richard A. Schwartz ’63, ’66 (MS) and Vicki Proschel Schwartz ’62
2012: Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen ’66 and Jane Zimelis Cohen ’67
2011: Michael E. Jones ’76
2010: Laurence H. Bloch ’75
2009: Richard Leibner ’59
2008: Jerry Gardner ’58
2007: Andrew Hutchinson Neilly, Jr. ’47
2006: Robert G. Klimasewski ’66, ’67 (MS)
2005: Gwen M. Greene ’65
2004: Francis L. Price ’74, ’75S (MBA), P’14
2003: Roger B. Friedlander ’56
2002: Nathaniel Wisch ’55
2001: Roger D. Lathan ’54
2000: Joseph P. Mack ’55
1999: G. Robert Witmer Jr. ’59
1997: Sidney A. Aroesty ’74
1996: Lois “Inky” Watts ’51, ’73W (EdM)
1995: William C. Gamble ’50
1994: Wayne G. Norton ’41
1992: Alan F. Hilfiker ’60
1991: George M. Mullen ’41
1990: Ronald B. Knight ’61
Award for Contributions to the Student Experience/
Student Life
Award for Contributions to the Student Experience
Established in 2010, the Award for Contributions to the Student Experience/Student Life recognizes alumni, parents, and organizations whose leadership and support have enhanced the student experience at the University of Rochester.
Note: Not accepting nominations at this time. Yet to be awarded as of 2011.
School of Arts & Sciences Distinguished Alumnus Award
Established in 1984, the Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes graduates of the School of Arts & Sciences whose exceptional professional achievements, contributions to their chosen field, and service to their alma mater have brought honor to themselves and to the University of Rochester.
2023: Dr. Michael A. Recny ’79
2022: Dr. Michael Alessandri ’85
2021: Wade S. Norwood ’85, P’13, P’20
2019: Dr. Nathaniel Wisch ’55, P’96
2018: Dr. Norman P. Neureiter ’52
2014: John G. Levi ’69
2012: Nancy A. Lieberman ’77
2011: Gail A. Lione ’71
2010: Louis George Lange III ’70
2009: Don Winter ’69
Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences Distinguished Alumnus Award
Established in 1984, the Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes graduates of the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences whose exceptional professional achievements, contributions to their chosen field, and service to their alma mater have brought honor to themselves and to the University of Rochester.
2023: Murray Rudin ‘83, P’24
2022: Scott D. Pomerantz ’81, ’83S (MBA), P’18, P’20
2021: Robert T. Huang ’70 (MS), ’76 (MA)
2019: Dr. Daniel Sabbah ’74, ’78 (MS), ’82 (PhD)
2018: Jeanine Hayes ’92
2017: Scott DeGhetto ’87
2015: Stuart David Elby ’82
2014: John (Jack) J. Carmola ’77
2013: Theophano (Theo) Mitsa ’88 (MS), ’91 (PhD)
2012: Pandeli Durbetaki ’54 (MS), P’79
2011: Lynn G. Seppala ’74 (PhD)
2010: John Major ’67
2009: Dr. Stephen D. Fantone ’79 (PhD)