IMPACT AWARDS HALL OF FAME

The BSU IMPACT Awards have been celebrated since 1996 (formerly known as the Student Leader Awards) recognizing student leaders and student organization for the many impacts they have made on the BSU Community.

Below you will find an archive of past recipients who were recognized for their contributions to our community.

Click here to view photos from our most recent Impact Awards Reception and Ceremony.

 
 
 

Awards for Individuals

  • Advisor of Year

    This award is presented to the club/organization advisor who has gone above and beyond the requirements of the advisor position. Recipients of this award must be either Volunteer Organization Advisors or Staff Organization Advisors for recognized student organizations.

    Year Recipient Organization
    2023 Dr. Sean McPherson GenOne
    2022 Kaitlyn Dyleski Student Government Association
    2022 Dr. Navid Fozi-Abivard Anthropology Club
    2021 Diane Bell
    2021 Alexa Georgeakoloulos The Comment
    2020 Michelle Meek The Comment
    2020 Ashley Silvia Alpha Sigma Tau
    2019 Sydne Marrow Cape Verdean Student Association
    2018 Dr. Inkyoung Kim
    2017 Justin McCauley Residence Hall Association
    2016 Jane Doherty Feed the Bears
    • Bridgewater's Best - Graduating Senior Recognition

      The Award for Bridgewater's Best honors students for their outstanding impact on the BSU community. This award recognizes graduating seniors whose experiences demonstrate a significant, long-term record of service through leadership in campus organizations, community service or other impactful leadership during their BSU career. Recipients are considered among the most spirited of BSU Bears, have made a significant impact on co-curricular life and who utilize a leadership style that is an example for others to follow and exemplifies the values of BSU.

      Year Recipients
      2023 Artie Universe
      Jessica Sweeney
      Alex Molinari
      Carrie Lynn Provost
      Dae Shields
      TJ Scalese
      2022 Alexis Anzalone
      Bailey Cormier
      Tyler Czyras
      RuthAnn Dillon
      Éamonn Graeme
      Britney Mallebranche
      2021 Cali Bloem
      Sarah Demello
      Anna Rice
      Gabriella Rivera
      Sophie Scrimgeour
      Andrew Turco
      2020 Keyana Adarkwah
      Stephanie Garcia
      Molly Ennis
      Timothy Nokeo
      Francis Raboy
      Erin Wentzel
      2019 Lucas Bentes
      Bridget Burke
      Brian Kretschmar
      Marissa Maroni
      Andrew Raposo
      2018 Morgan Amaral
      Danielle Dupuis
      Emily Hyde
      John McGowan
      Stenie Simon
      2017 Jacob Ames
      Gina Mariano
      Tashima Point du Jour
      Rachel Wood
      Mary Woodbury
      2016 Danielle Alarie
      Jordan Gomes
      Anthony Hebert
      Emma Manning
      Brenda Terrero
    • Frederick Clark and Carrie Kulick-Clark Student Leadership Scholarship

      The Frederick Clark and Carrie Kulick-Clark Student Leadership Scholarship is awarded to two students (could include undergraduate and/or graduate students), in the amount of $500/each, for their leadership contributions that have increased in depth and breadth as well as aided in transforming student life at Bridgewater State University during the academic year. Most importantly, this award recognizes excellence in those who embody the ideals of true leadership.

      Year Recipients
      2023 Emily Rose
      Samuel A Bechtold
      2022 Aidan Mordas
      Gabriella Rivera
      2021 Elizabeth Cheesman
      Renia Lorjuste
      2020 Cali Bloem
      Hailey Perry
      2019 Samantha McGraw
      Sophie Scrimgeour
  • Dean David & Judy Deep Scholarships

    The Dean David & Judy Deep Scholarships are awarded to two students (could include undergraduate and/or graduate students), in the amount of $500/each, for their leadership contributions that have increased in depth and breadth as well as aided in transforming student life at Bridgewater State University during the academic year. Most importantly, this award recognizes excellence in those who embody the ideals of true leadership.

    Year Recipients
    2023 Stephanie Tadros
    Maggie Derosiers
  • Rookie of the Year Award

    This award is given to up to two students who are in their first two years at Bridgewater State University and have demonstrated promising leadership in the community. They have shown their potential to make positive changes and/or impact through involvement in student organizations, community service, and/or other areas of the University, and we look forward to watching them grow in their remaining time at BSU!

    Year Recipients
    2023 Nina Hamel
    Chris Kelly
    Matthew Flint
  • You've Got BSU Spirit Award

    This award is given to up to any two BSU students who are extraordinary examples of BSU school spirit. From how they wear the bear, to how they support their fellow classmates, their commitment to the mission and values of the University makes them stand out from the crowd.

    Year Recipients
    2023 Cooper Castellone
    Caroline McNelis
    Rowan Pregenzer
  • S. Elizabeth Pope Award

    Each year the S. Elizabeth Pope Award is presented "...to that senior woman elected by the women in her class who has given of herself most generously in service to this College and in the promotion of good fellowship among her classmates." This award is selected through an election process.

    Year Recipient
    2023 Wicahpi Cikala Chaddlesone-Yankton
    2022 Emily Cuff
    2021 Anna Rice
    2020 Anna Grady
    2019 Kaeleigh Smith
    2018 Alexis Cushman
    2017 Dillan Constantineau
    2016 Dashawnda Barrett
  • Bridgewater Alumni Association - Future Alumni Leader Award

    This award is based on the premise that strong student leaders become strong alumni leaders. Bridgewater Alumni Association - Future Alumni Leader Award recognizes an outstanding Bridgewater State University senior who has demonstrated commitment to forging an ongoing connection with the university community for students and alumni through BSU community involvement and lives the motto : "Not to be Ministered Unto but to Minister"

    Criteria:

    • A strong affinity for and connection to Bridgewater State University as evidenced by involvement with campus organizations
    • Evidence of enhancing the Bridgewater State Community through their involvement Demonstrates positive attitude, enthusiasm, love and commitment to BSU
    • Demonstrates positive attitude, enthusiasm, love and commitment to BSU
    • Is most likely to stay involved as an Aluma/us after graduating from BSU
    Year Recipient
    2023 Joshua Joseph
  • The Impact Award for Student Leadership

    The Impact Award for Student Leadership is presented to individuals who have made a significant impact on their community, peers, members, programs and/or others around them. Individuals will be honored for their work serving the broader community and/or as campus leaders. This award has previously been name "The Outstanding Student Leader Award"

    Year Recipients
    2023 David Kerns
    Rachel Cullity
    Cindy Dang
    Benjamin Hamer
    Jasmine Black
    Dasia Peters
    Ahmad Somakia
    Reagan Bartlett
    Doreen Acheampong
    Caroline Tripp
    2022 Wicahpi Chaddlesone-Yankton
    Malika Cruickshank
    Hayden Doherty
    Michelle Landry
    Tessa Pequita
    Carrie Lynn Provost
    Elliot Philie
    Rebecca Stack
    Jessica Sweeney
    Alexandra Riendeau
    Artie Universe
    Jasmine Won
    2020 Jake Hastings
    Ashley Patenaude
    Anna Rice
    Sophie Scrimgeour
    Ash Valiente
    2019 Samantha McGraw
    Alexis Monteiro
    Francis Raboy
    Laura Smith
    Aiden Welch
    2018 Meghan Eckelberger
    Molly Ennis
    Andrew Raposo
    Sade Sinous
    Kaeleigh Smith
    2017 Morgan Amaral
    Kyle Bueno
    Emily Meehan
    Katie Trudell
    Gwendolynne Weissinger
    2016 Tyler DeCoster
    Jennifer Dowling
    Ismaris Ocasio
    Cameron Ramos
    Mary Woodbury
  • Unsung Hero Award

    This award is presented to one student and one faculty/administrator/staff member who has assisted in the development of leadership and service opportunities for students beyond the call of duty.

    Year Recipient
    2023 Tabitha Smith
    Norah Forte
    2022 Ann Doyle
    Alexander Laitinen
    2021 Michelle Arnel
    Christine Correira
    2020 Heather Flatto
    Artie Universe
    2019 Keyana Adarkwah
    Dr. Nicole Glen
    2018 John Taggart
    Keith Hanson
    2017 Stenie Simon
    2016 Cheri Amaral
    Monica Lopes

Awards for Groups/Organizations

  • Student Organization Program of the Year Award

    The David P. Deep Vice President for Student Affairs Award is presented to the organization of the year that has enhanced the quality of life at Bridgewater State University and in the surrounding community. The award is given in honor of David P. Deep, Vice President emeritus for Student Affairs. This award was previously name "Most Valuable Program Award"

    Year Program Sponsor(s)
    2023 Beware the Bear Phi Kappa Theta & Student Theatre Association
    2022 Noche Loca La Sociedad Latinx
    2022 Women's Brunch Haitian American Student Association
    2021 Open Meetings and Forums African-American Society
    2021 Pretty Political Upsilon Iota Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
    2020 Pizza with the President National Residence Hall Honorary
    2019 Feel Good Fest Program Council and Outreach Educators
    2018 Let's Talk Puerto Rico Program Council
    2018 Gettin' Down with Jordan Alpha Sigma Tau
    2017 Pay as You Can Bake Sale Feed the Bears
    2017 BSU Stands United March and Open Forum BSU Stands United Organizers
  • Outstanding Student Organizations

    The Award for Outstanding Student Organizations, honors recognized student organizations who exemplify one or more of the following criteria:

    • Significant positive impact on co-curricular life and/or community service during the past academic year
    • Serves as a strong role model for other organizations or groups based on accomplishments in leadership and service, on and/or off campus
    • Significant, long-term commitment to a service project or initiative
    • Upholds and exemplifies BSU's values and our community priorities of racial and social justice.
    • Exhibits enthusiasm and school pride in Bridgewater State University
    Year Recipients
    2023 American Cancer Society On Campus
    Muslim Student Association
    Phi Sigma Sigma
    Indigenous Culture and Allies Association
    Gamma Phi Beta
    2022 Asian Student Union
    Environmental Action Team
    Program Council
    2020 Anime Club
    National Dance Education Organiztion
    Sigma Pi
    2019 Delta Phi Epsilon
    Inclusive Advancement of Multicultural Students in STEM (IAMSSTEM)
    2018 Free the Children
    La Sociedad Latinx
  • The David P. Deep Vice-President's Award for Organization of the Year

    The David P. Deep Vice President for Student Affairs Award is presented to the organization of the year that has enhanced the quality of life at Bridgewater State University and in the surrounding community. The award is given in honor of David P. Deep, Vice President emeritus for Student Affairs.

    Year Recipients
    2023 Bridgewater Collegiate Investors
    2022 Dance Company
    2021 The Comment
    2020 Phi Sigma Sigma
    2019 Best Buddies
    2018 Sigma Pi
    2017 Program Council
    2016 Men Integrated in Brotherhood