Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics Presents Awards

April 23, 2024

Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics held its academic awards ceremony on April 16 at Barratt Hall Auditorium.

Twenty-one awards were presented to students for academic achievements by the Department of Biology, the Department of Mathematics and Computing, and the Department of Physical Science. Award winners are listed below:

BIOLOGY

Lander Science Scholar First Year: Aubrie Middleton, of Ninety Six.
Lander Science Scholar Upperclassman: Megan Farrell, of Troy.
Nell Henry Award: Rebekah Logan, of Greenwood.
Biology Discipline: Max Williams, of Greenville.

Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics presented biology awards to four students during a ceremony at Barratt Hall on April 16. Pictured from the left are Aubrie Middleton, of Ninety Six; Max Williams, of Greenville; Megan Farrell, of Troy; and Rebekah Logan, of Greenwood, and Dr. Jason Lee, chair of the Department of Biology. Photo by Larry Padgett.

MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTING

Computer Information Systems Discipline Award: Joshua Hogan, of Greenwood; Troy Gilbert, of Anderson; Rolland Muzeya, of Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe.
Mathematics or Computing and Engineering Dual-Degree Award: Ethan Farrell, of Troy.
Math Discipline Award: Molly Smith, of Beaufort.
Mathematics Education, Secondary Certification Award: Lauren Guthrie, of Ware Shoals.
Calculus Achievement Award: Logan Dorcas, of Simpsonville.
Mathematics Honors Program: James Hembree, of Calhoun Falls.

Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics presented mathematics and computing awards to eight students during a ceremony at Barratt Hall on April 16. Pictured from the left: Troy Gilbert, of Anderson; Joshua Hogan, of Greenwood; Rolland Muzeya, of Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe; James Hembree, of Calhoun Falls; Ethan Farrell, of Troy; Molly Smith, of Beaufort; Lauren Guthrie, of Ware Shoals; and Logan Dorcas, of Simpsonville. Photo by Larry Padgett.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Chemistry Discipline Award: Alexander Ellis, of Sykesville, Maryland.
Chemistry Education, Secondary Certification Award: Josie Parnell, of Calhoun Falls.
Chemistry, Forensic Science Award: Ashton Neal, of Lancaster.
Chemistry, Health Sciences Award: Trinity Ward, of Columbia.
Physics-Algebra: Lila Bagley, of Irmo.
Physics-Calculus: Logan Dorcas, of Simpsonville.
Science Scholar Award – Freshman: Savannah Butler, of Elgin.
Science Scholar Award – Upperclassman: Sontee Irvin, of Abbeville.

Lander University’s physical science students received academic awards at a ceremony on April 16. Pictured on front row (from left): Sam Williams, of Greenville; Alexander Ellis, of Sykesville, Maryland; Logan Dorcas, of Simpsonville; and Dr. David Slimmer, professor of physics. Back row (from the left): Dr. David Gardner, professor of chemistry; Trinity Ward, of Columbia; Josie Parnell, of Calhoun Falls; Lila Bagley, of Irmo; Ashton Neal, of Lancaster; Sontee Irving, of Abbeville; and Dr. Ralph Layland, chair of the Department of Physical Science. Photo by Larry Padgett.

About Lander University:

Lander University is a public, four-year institution that caters to nearly 4,300 students and offers more than 90 areas of study in the liberal arts and sciences. The College of Science and Mathematics equips undergrads for diverse career paths and advanced studies in biology, chemistry, computer information systems, environmental science, engineering, or mathematics. To learn more, visit www.lander.edu/cosm.