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Jeffrey S. Keith AwardÌý

Stephanie Makowski '17

"I never imaged something like this would ever happen to me, but when it did the outpouring of love made me see it in such a special way."

Each year a student is honored who faced a physical or other significant challenge in his or her life while continuing to excel in academic and co-curricular activities. Stephanie lost her father to cancer, but continued to lead Kairos, participate in the Appalachia Volunteers program, and has been involved with many programs through the nursing school.

Ever to Excel Award

Jamaica Magis

"These students are the future leaders. These students will be creating policies. They are going to be the change. And so they have to start now. Magis moves them to be better human beings."

Each year aÌýstudent group that made an outstanding contribution to Boston College in areas such as education, social justice, service, and safetyÌýreceives this award.Ìý

Alfred Feliciano and Valerie Lewis Award

Anthony Docanto '19

"When I look back I' ve always had mentors, people who guided me, so I always knew I wanted to do the same thing and pave the path for people who come behind me."

Each year, the Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center honors a student who made extraordinary contributions to further the ideals of the AHANA (African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American) acronym, and who provided leadership to help the Boston College community actualize the AHANA concept.

Reverend John R. Trzaska, S.J. Award

Asst. Prof.ÌýLaura Anne Lowery

"I get to be part of educating the whole person, and that has always been my mission in life: how to help students become better versions of themselves and bring more light to the world, in whatever way is best for them."

Each year a faculty member is honored who expanded the horizons, skills, and value systems of Boston College students by providing support and guidance outside of the classroom.

St. Ignatius Award for Faith in Action

Sarah Hansman '18

"I have found my niche. There is something really special about being able to take people from 51²è¹Ý, the 51²è¹Ý culture, and place it in an isolated space where the only thing to do is reflect, have conversations and hear peoples' stories."

Each year a student is honored who exemplifies the imperative to "Seek God in All Things," and demonstrates love for God by serving his or her neighbor and inspiring others within the co-curricular environment to do the same.

Robert A. Sherwood Award

Isaac Holterman '17

"Having a place to talk about the intersection of being gay and being a Catholic, being biracial - formation spaces have played a role in giving me a space where I could be honest with myself."

Each year the Office of the Dean of Students honors a student who demonstrates a commitment and contribution to community and civic engagement through excellence in his or her leadership and service to the Boston College community and beyond.