At the annual Student Government Association Installation and Leadership Awards Ceremony on April 9, ý recognized outgoing student leaders for their dedication and engagement, and welcomed the new slate of elected officers for the upcoming academic year. Shout-outs also went to ý staff members for excellence in advising.
“It was great to see how many nominations we got for 2018-19 leadership awards, more than we’ve had for a few years. I think it speaks to the amazing quality of our student leaders, and how they make a difference to the ý family.”
Amber Ocasio ’14, director of student activities
ý Student Leadership Award Winners 2019
Student Awards
Boldly Baldwin Award
For demonstrating exceptional school spirit and a desire to mentor and help fellow students: Ariel Robinson
Brenda Bryant Leadership Award
For demonstrating excellence in campus leadership: Faith Ann Parker
Global Citizenship Award
For demonstrating respect for all people and valuing diverse perspectives of others: Chloe Sage Wyatt
Honor and Integrity Award
For demonstrating a commitment to upholding the principles of Mary Baldwin’s Honor and Conduct Codes: Blanca Beltran
President’s Award
For demonstrating excellence in campus leadership and service and being instrumental in advancing the university’s strategic plan: Ascharya Balaji
Unsung Hero Award
For demonstrating excellence in service to the university, with or without receiving public acknowledgement for their work: Afor Foncham
Organization Awards
Organization of the Year Award
For being most effective in engaging students and encouraging participation in campus life: Baldwin Program Board
Chair: Kerryn Freeman
Vice Chair: Faith Parker
Secretary: Rhealiza Ambanta
Treasurer: Alexis Lazo
Arts & Entertainment Coordinator: Ashley Isaac
Campus Outreach & Publicity Coordinator: Madison Bergstrom
Special Events Coordinator: Boajorm Quaynor
Organization Service Award
For engaging in service and promoting global awareness and civic engagement: Anointed Voices of Praise
President: Taiteanna Sykes
Vice President: Kevia Dudley
Secretary: Mallory Townsend
Treasurer: Teasha Pack
Advisor: Andrea Cornett-Scott
Faculty/Staff Awards
Staff of the Year
For serving ý and demonstrating outstanding service to the ý community and leadership to students: Laura Cammaroto, director of student support and the first year experience
Advisor of the Year
For a faculty or staff member who serves as an advisor to a student group or organization and has demonstrated outstanding service and leadership to those students: Cierra Davis, program director for the Office of Inclusive Excellence
Student leaders with Vice President of Student Engagement Ernest Jeffries
ý Student Leaders 2019–20
SGA Executive Committee
SGA President: Tamia Baker-Johnson
SGA Vice-President: Katherine Bernal Vigil
Baldwin Program Board Chair: Rhealiza Ambanta
Honor Council Chair: Blanca Beltran
Inter-Club Council Chair: Bernesha Dothard
Residence Hall Association Chair: Jennifer Azurdia Diaz
Class Leadership
Class of 2020
President: Bernesha Dothard
Senator: Katelyn Pollock
Class of 2021
President: Kylie Stottlemyer
Vice President: Shay’De Tyler
Senators: Brielle Brown, Eleanor Hilgart
Class of 2022
President: Zy’Aia Gallo
Vice President: Endia Harvey
Secretary: Parmie Dean
Senators: Aszure Verling, Kristi Walsh
Program Leadership
Baldwin Program Board
Secretary: Zaria Clemons
Treasurer: Hannah Gessler
Residence Hall Association
Vice Chair: Joyel Allen
Treasurer: Gizella Wade
Honor Council Representatives: Catherine Bailey, Katherine Bernal Vigil, Brielle Brown, Diana Garcia, Eleanor Hilgart
Student Conduct Board Representatives: Emily Dillon, Kristi Walsh
Student Advocates: India Rose McCoy
Executive Office of Student Engagement: Diana Garcia
Executive Officer of Diversity and Inclusion: Angie Contreras
