Heather K. Brace for academic achievement of the highest caliber in attaining the highest grade point average in the freshman class.

Brooke M. Canter for academic achievement of the highest caliber in attaining the highest grade point average in the freshman class.


Chrystal R. Grupka for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Biology/Pre-Professional Program of Study


Chandra D. Showalter for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Computer Information System/Computer Science Program of Study

Dr. Robert Knott, right, presents the President's Award to Quincy Wilkins and Amy Claxton, at left.

Megan L. Hart for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the English Program of Study


Amy K. Laspada for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Mass Media Program of Study

Robin L. Newberry for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Environmental Science Program of Study


Jessica E. Vincent for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Fine Arts Program of Study


Douglas B. Dacus for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the History Program of Study


Scott E. Meece for creative leadership of SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise)


James P. Morgan III for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Management Accounting Program of Study


Lydia J. Taylor for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Management and Management Accounting Program of Study

John Reiff is presented the Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership award.

Calum J. Weaver for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Management, Management Accounting, and Entrepreneurship Program of Study

Summer Kay for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Museum Studies Program of Study


Todd C. Ireland for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Physical Education Program of Study Stuart M. Currie for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Physical Education Program of Study

Stacey R. Linkous for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Psychology Program of Study

Quincy L. Wilkins for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Psychology Program of Study

Scott M. Rawlings for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Sports Medicine/Athletic Training Program of Study

Pamela J. Smith for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Independent Program of Study in English and Psychology Stellania L. Jones for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Human Growth and Learning Program of Study

Christopher S. Mauk for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Human Growth and Learning Program of Study

Amy M. Claxton for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Human Growth and Learning Program of Study

Charity P. Thompson for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Early Childhood/Special Education Program of Study

Amanda B. Hill for distinctive achievement and aptitude in the Special Education Program of Study

Heather Rich for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Emilio A. Russo for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Adrienne Moncier for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Mable A. McKenzie for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Robin L. Newberry for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Chrystal R. Grupka for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Heather K. Brace for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Brooke M. Canter for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Jessica E. Gourley for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Darlyn B. Burch for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Julie R. Willett for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Heather G. Rhoton for exemplary academic performance as measured by cumulative grade point average

Robin L. Newberry 1998 winner of the E.H. Sargent Award in Science, in recognition of her cumulative grade point average in the sciences, her total hours in science, and the variety of areas covered in the sciences

Debra M. Varney 1998 winner of the Warren Lynn Drain Award for the most outstanding graduating senior in business and economics

Todd C. Ireland 1998 winner of the Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Outstanding Major Award

Pamela J. Smith for exemplary performance in the completion of a civic arts project that demonstrates excellence in identifying a community need, initiative and self direction, practical judgment and problem solving, productive and collective decision making, commitment to democratic participation and to a respect for diversity and cultural difference, communication and listening skills, sound reasoning and reflection, imagination, and a positive impact on the community.

Pamela Smith leaves the stage after receiving the Bruce G. Batts award.

Amber L. Wilhoit for excellence in the completion of the Service-Learning Practicum

Chrystal R. Grupka for excellence in the completion of the Service-Learning Practicum

Richard S. Welsh III 1998 recipient of the Ruth and Arnold Thomas Choral Award for contributions to the music programs at Tusculum College.

Amy M. Claxton recipient of the Estel C. Hurley Student Service Award in recognition of her outstanding student service, involvement in campus programs, academic achievement, effective leadership, and dedication to the ideals and purposes of Tusculum College

Douglas B. Dacus recipient of the Estel C. Hurley Student Service Award in recognition of his outstanding student service, involvement in campus programs, academic achievement, effective leadership, and dedication to the ideals and purposes of Tusculum College

Quincy L. Wilkins recipient of the Estel C. Hurley Student Service Award in recognition of his outstanding student service, involvement in campus programs, academic achievement, effective leadership, and dedication to the ideals and purposes of Tusculum College

Scott M. Rawlings 1998 recipient of the Thomas B. Taylor Wellness Award for excellence in demonstrating an orientation toward appropriate wellness decisions and for leadership in helping community members make quality lifestyle choices.

Douglas B. Dacus certificate honoring him Outstanding Resident Advisor

Pamela J. Smith 1998 recipient of the Bruce G. Batts Award for consistent civility in dealing with others, a high level of scholarship and careful thinking, and a strong pattern of service to others. This award is conferred mindful of the profound contributions made by Bruce G. Batts to Tusculum College. The founding director of the Warren W. Hobbie Center for the Civic Arts, Bruce G. Batts was a man of vision, creativity, careful thinking, determination, and concern for others. His genius inspired the Tusculum College Commons and his thoughtful essays helped shape the community’s goals and methods in transforming the College.

Quincy Wilkins and Amy Claxton won the President's Award for a history of leadership contributions to Tusculum College.

The Earl Hausle Award for the outstanding Gateway Student was won by Wanda Dean of Rogersville and William Haynes of Seymour. Dean is employed by Kingston-Warren Corporation and Haynes works at Knoxville Utilities Board.

Professional Studies Staff Award for the outstanding student in the Master of Organizational Management program was presented to James Price of Morristown (Berkline) and Eva Todd of Strawberry Plains (Phillips Consumer Electronics)

The David F. Behan Award for the outstanding undergraduate student in Professional Studies was presented to Steven Mick of Morristown (Mahle, Inc.) and Georgia Sadlowe of Knoxville (Crossley Construction Company)

Shirley Beck Award for Outstanding MAED student went to Debra Bolyard of Greeneville and Sharon Roberts of Knoxville (Wright Associates)

Dr. John Reiff, of the West Pines community received the Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership award, which is chosen by faculty vote, for his role as Associate Professor of American Studies and Chair of the Civic Arts Committee.

Ronald A. Conley of the Parrotsville community earned the Outstanding Service to Students award, which is based on a student vote and sponsored by the Greene County Partnership. A math professor, Conley received the award for clarity of instruction in teaching math principles and for consistent care in dealing with students.

Dr. Antonio Bos was presented the Paul R. Godfrey Award for service to students and teaching excellence. Originally from Brazil, Dr. Bos resides in Greeneville.

Dr. Melanie Narkawicz of Greeneville won the Dean's Award as the outstanding associate faculty member. Dr. Narkawicz teaches research and portfolio at the College.

The Freshman Faculty Award was won by Scott Brown, a graduate of Tusculum's Master in Organizational Management Program. Mr. Brown is from Elizabethton and is employed full time at A&L industries.