PhD Alumni Awards Winter 2024/25
We are proud of the hard work of our PhD alumni and recognize the ways in which they have been awarded for their dedication to the field.

Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg
Award: Alumni of Notable Achievement. An Outstanding Alumni Award that highlights former students who have stood out as great leaders, professionals, and community service-oriented individuals.
Awarded by: University of Minnesota, College of Liberal Arts.

Bahar Rumelili
Award: Science Award. This award is a reflection of faculty members' exceptional contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Awarded by: Turkish Scientific and Technological Research Council.

David Peterson
Award: Dean's High Impact Award for Undergraduate Research, Olivia Lucy.
Awarded by: Iowa State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences