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Angela Semler received the President’s Award/Kurtzman Prize, established by the Alumni Association in memory of Patricia Kurtzman, a former TTC instructor. The $1500 award is based on academic excellence, contributions to TTC and outstanding service to the community.

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Lisa Swehla of Goose Creek received the SC State Credit Union award for demonstrating exceptional service, perseverance and character. From left are Kimberly Rentz, State Credit Union; Swehla; and Tal Lackey, State Credit Union regional executive.

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Trident Technical College students received Merit Awards for academic and personal excellence. From left, seated: Angela Semler, Charlene Wallace, Dornetta McConnell, Helen Freeman, Katie Heatley, Wendy Stockhausen, Donna Carpenter. Back row: DeAnna Adams, James Boast, Patrick Truitt,, Leslie Bright, Todd Loebs, Dawn Goehring, Joseph M. Robinson, Kamela Tucker, Katrina Page, Sandra Sapinoso, Linda Brock and Robert Elliott.

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The Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association was recognized as the outstanding student organization. Pictured is Sandra Sapinoso of Goose Creek.

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Partnership for Change in Communities and Families won first runner-up for the Outstanding Student Organization. From left are Tiffany Glover of North Charleston and Dornetta McConnell of Goose Creek.

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The Society of Student Leaders was recognized with the Award of Distinction, given to an organization winning the Outstanding Student Organization award for more than three years. Front row, from left, are Derrick Wynn, Meghan McGill, advisor Laurie Hagberg, Vicki Neelley, and Lisa Swehla. Back row, advisors Stephanie Young and Cary Krieger, Chris Ross, Rishikesh Bhayade, and Elizabeth Williams.

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The Hospitality and Culinary Student Association was recognized with the Award of Distinction, given to an organization winning the Outstanding Student Organization award for more than three years. Front row, from left are Floyd Jeffcoat, Kamela Tucker, Donna Carpenter, John Evans, and advisor Ward Morgan. Back row, Joe Blanton, advisor Chef David Vagasky, advisor Chef Bernd Gronert, advisor Paul Teehan, advsiro Chef Kevin Mitchell, and Eli Battle.

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TTC recognized distinguished and outstanding advisors of student organizations. From left are Vikki Gottsman, distinguished advisor to the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association; Jane Benton, outstanding advisor to the Radiologic Technology Association; Ward Moon, outstanding advisor to the Hospitality and Culinary Student Association; and Christine Solomon, outstanding advisor to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

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Outstanding members of student organizations were, front row, from left, Angela Semler, Phi Theta Kappa; Meghan McGill, Society of Student Leaders; Brenna Kenneally, International Club; Tiffany Pretlow, Roots and Shoots; Susan Reynolds, Pharmacy Technician Association; Sandra Sapinoso, Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association; and Deanna Callicoat, Association of Information Technology Professionals. Back row, standing, from left: Shaun Waszena, Vet Tech Club; John Evans, Hospitality and Culinary Student Association; Elizabeth Williams, Society for Medical Laboratory Technology; Charles Thompson, Society of Broadcasters; Pamela Pendergrass, Lex Artis Paralegal Society; Robin Beddard, Radiologic Technology Association; Linda Brock, Society for Medical Assistants; Laquisha Taylor, Student Accounting Association; Theresa Jenkins,S.C. Black Student Association; and Raymond (R.J.) Fryar, Criminal Justice Student Association.

Students were honored for their academic achievements and involvement in student organizations at Trident Technical College at the annual Awards Day ceremony held at the college’s Main Campus.

Angela Semler of Hanahan received the highest honor, the President’s Award/Kurtzman Prize, given to graduating students on the basis of academic achievement, contributions to the college and community service.

The recipient of the SC State Credit Union award was Lisa Swehla of Goose Creek. This award recognizes a returning student who demonstrates a commitment to service, exhibits perseverance toward completing higher educational goals, displays commendable personal attributes, and serves as an exemplary role model to other students.

Merit Award winners were recognized for academic and personal excellence, identifying them as the top student in their respective programs of study. Each program of study may nominate only one student as a Merit Award winner.

The Outstanding Student Organization award went to the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association. Partnership for Change in Communities and Families was first runner-up, and the Lex Artis Paralegal Society was second runner-up. The Award of Distinction, given to organizations that have won the Outstanding Student Organization award for more than three years, was presented to Phi Theta Kappa, the Society of Student Leaders, and the Hospitality and Culinary Student Association.

Outstanding advisors were honored for their contributions to student organizations. Vikki

Gottsman of West Ashley, advisor to the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association received the Distinguished Student Organization Advisor award, an award reserved for advisors who have been named Outstanding Student Organization Advisor for three or more years. Jane Benton of James Island, advisor to the Radiologic Technology Association; Ward Morgan of Summerville, advisor to the Hospitality and Culinary Student Association; and Christine Solomon of Summerville, advisor to Phi Theta Kappa honor society, received the Outstanding Student Organization Advisor award.

Each organization also recognized one student as the Outstanding Member of a Student Organization for individual contributions. By joining one of the approximately 45 student organizations at TTC, students have opportunities to network with students who have similar interests, gain additional practice in their fields of study, interact with future colleagues, and offer time and energy to community service.

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