Dear Members of the University Community,

Today, the Class of 2023 is gathering to celebrate their many impressive accomplishments at our annual Senior Toast. We are delighted to announce the students who were selected to receive University Awards. 

• The Valedictorian honor is conferred annually on a graduating senior selected for outstanding academic achievement and University service. The Valedictorian for the Class of 2023 is Angel Lin who is graduating Summa Cum Laude having completed two majors: one in ethnic studies and one in sociology. We look forward to her valedictory address at our Undergraduate Commencement.
  
  
• The Nobili and Saint Clare Medals are given to two graduates judged outstanding in academic performance, personal character, school activities, and constructive contribution to the University by the faculty and the provost.  The Nobili Medal is awarded to Darius Johnson who is graduating with a degree in finance and data analytics. The Saint Clare Medal is awarded to Judith Li, who majored in sociology and economics with a minor in environmental studies. 
  
  
• The Peter-Hans Kolvenbach, S.J. Award is given to a graduating senior who exemplifies the ideals of Jesuit education, especially being a "whole person of solidarity in the real world" and having the courage and faith to build a more just and humane world. The Kolvenbach Award is presented to Jessica Cuellar who majored in Sociology. 
  
  
• Briana Bravo, Juliet Kulusic, and Grace Leete have received the Richard J. Riordan Award in recognition of their outstanding contributions in the area of community service.
  
  
• Hannah Edwards, Kevin Ham, Anna Murrin, and Ariel Perlman were presented with Student Life Awards to recognize their contributions to the overall quality of life in the University community.
  
  
• The Gracelyn Rillorta Bateman Award for Inclusive Excellence is awarded to students or student organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to enhancing an inclusive environment at SCU. This year, Cole Brunelli, Kaylen Chase, Grace Evans, and Taylor Kealoha were presented with the award. 
  
  
• Catherine Cunha and Alexandria Perez received the 2023 Neider Family Alumni Service Award, which provides financial support to seniors who are leaving SCU and going directly into a service program or project.

Congratulations to all our award recipients and to the Class of 2023. 

Sincerely, 

Kate Morris and Ed Ryan
Acting Provosts