2026 Student Awards

• College Awards

  Beta Gamma Sigma Award

  Beta Gamma Sigma is an international honor society for business programs accredited by AACSB International. Each year, the Clemson Chapter elects our top two junior undergraduate students as President and Vice President.

  • Kevin Lee, Bridgewater, NJ
  • Emma G. Hobbs, Hagerstown, MD

  Blue Key Academic and Leadership Award

  The Blue Key Academic and Leadership Award is provided by the Blue Key Honor Society to a student in recognition of outstanding leadership and achievement skills.

  • Jessica K. Pressley, Taylors, SC

  Delta Sigma Pi Chapter Collegian of the Year Award

  The Delta Sigma Pi Collegian of the Year Award is presented to the outstanding collegiate member who has exemplified the values inherent in the Ritual and perpetuated the ideals as set forth in the Purpose of the Fraternity. The award recognizes an individual for their contributions, achievements, participation, and personal character.

  • William H. Tansill, Atlanta, GA

  Delta Sigma Pi Scholastic Key Award

  The Delta Sigma Pi Scholastic Key Award is provided by Delta Sigma Pi, an international, professional business fraternity at Clemson. A scholastic key is presented at every business college in the United States to the student with one of the highest overall grade point ratios.

  • Kailee Heininger, York, PA

  The Michael Paluzzi Award

  This award is named in memory of Michael Paluzzi, who was a sophomore management major at Clemson. The student receiving the Michael Paluzzi Award is selected by the Kappa Tau chapter of Delta Sigma Pi. In addition to demonstrating high academic achievement, the winner must possess a positive attitude, display strong leadership skills, and demonstrate commitment to the organization.

  • William J. Esterhai, Newtown Square, PA

  Phi Kappa Phi Certificate of Merit

  The Phi Kappa Phi Certificate of Merit is given to a graduating senior who has a GPA of at least 3.4 and has made noteworthy contributions to their department, the College, and Clemson University in the areas of leadership, creative endeavors, or service.

  • Emily G. Taylor, Charleston, SC

  Wallace Dabney Trevillian Merit Award

  The Wallace Dabney Trevillian Merit Award is given in honor of the late Dr. Wallace D. Trevillian, Dean Emeritus of the College. A senior, with one of the highest scholastic records in the college, is selected on the basis of their outstanding character and leadership involvement in student organizations.

  • Samantha M. Willis, Randolph, NJ

  Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business Award for the Outstanding Senior in the Field of Business

  The award for Outstanding Senior in the Field of Business is bestowed upon a senior from the traditional business disciplines who has been judged to be superior in terms of their cumulative Grade Point Ratio, professional activities, and their potential for future contributions within their field of study.

  • Justin C. Wolfe, Cumming, GA

  Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Research

  The award for Outstanding Undergraduate Research is presented to a student who has completed the most meritorious undergraduate research project of the year. Projects are evaluated in terms of the significance of their research question, the elegance of their method and design, and the clarity of their written presentation.

  • Janhavi K. Deshpande, Greenville, SC

  The Dean's Award for Excellence in Business

  The Dean's Award for Excellence in Business is conferred upon a senior business major who has excelled in all aspects of the business curriculum and has demonstrated the potential to make a significant contribution to their discipline.

  • Kylie J. DeWeese, Greenville, SC
• School of Accountancy

  The Deloitte LLP Achievement Award

  The Deloitte LLP Achievement Award is presented to a graduate student who demonstrates outstanding potential for success in an accounting career.

  • Logan B. Markes, Overland Park, KS

  The Elliott Davis Achievement Award

  The Elliott Davis Achievement Award is given to a graduate student who displays scholarship, leadership, and the potential for service in the public accounting profession.

  • Molly J. Zazzaro, Matthews, NC

  The Ernst & Young LLP Achievement Award

  The Ernst & Young LLP Achievement Award is presented to a graduate student to recognize outstanding academic achievement, leadership skills, and participation in extracurricular activities.

  • Katelyn R. Pearson, Charleston, SC

  The Forvis Mazars Achievement Award

  • Andrew D. Kanney, Indian Land, SC

  The Grant Thornton LLP Achievement Award

  The Grant Thornton LLP Achievement Award is presented to a senior returning to the accounting program at Clemson. The award recognizes distinguished integrity, teamwork and leadership activities, and dedication to the accounting program and profession.

  • Titus S. Watson, Anderson, SC

  The J. C. Hubbard Award

  The J. C. Hubbard Award is given to a graduating senior who is cited for excellence in collegiate activities.

  • Sara A. Osterhaus, Pittsburgh, PA

  The James A. Turner Award in Federal Taxation

  The James A. Turner Award in Federal Taxation is presented to students who have demonstrated superior performance in the study of federal taxation and have exhibited outstanding promise for a successful career in the accounting profession.

  • Sidney M. Easters, Lamar, SC

  The KPMG LLP Achievement Award

  A cash award and certificate are presented annually to a senior accounting major who has demonstrated excellence in the classroom, leadership and extracurricular activities.

  • Justin P. DiBona, Newton Square, PA

  The KPMG LLP Outstanding Graduate Student Achievement Award

  The KPMG LLP Achievement Award is presented to a senior accounting major who has demonstrated excellence in the classroom and leadership skills and has participated in extracurricular activities.

  • Shyla F. Werneke, Aberdeen, NJ

  The PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Achievement Award

  The Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP Achievement Award is conferred upon a graduate student recognized for academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities, leadership skills, and excellent character.

  • Cristina Bonfiglio, Bolton, MA

  The Brian Moody '86 Accounting Award

  The Brian Moody '86 Accounting Award is bestowed upon accounting students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance as well as leadership.

  • Jacob L. Springs, Columbia, SC
  • P. Bennett Maloney, Greenville, SC

  The School of Accountancy Award for Student Excellence

  The School of Accountancy Award for Student Excellence is given to an undergraduate student who has demonstrated excellence in academic performance.

  • Katelyn M. Hulst, Chicago, IL
• Department of Economics

  Harvey J. Wheeler Award for Outstanding Senior in Economics

  The Harvey J. Wheeler award is presented by family, friends, and colleagues as a memorial to Dr. Harvey J. Wheeler, who served as the first Chair of the Economics Department. The recipients of this award are graduating seniors who have exhibited the best overall performance.

  • Eliza J. Connolly, Newtown Square, PA
  • Janhavi K. Deshpande, Greenville, SC
  • Owen M. Eastman, Chattanooga, TN
  • Michael W. Kaufmann, Greenville, SC
  • Jessica K. Pressley, Taylors, SC
  • Andrew R. Tuz, Matthews, NC

  Hugh H. Macaulay Award For Outstanding Graduate Student

  Professor Hugh H. Macaulay, a lifelong leader in economic education at Clemson University, endowed a fund to recognize outstanding performance in the graduate program. The Hugh H. Macaulay Award is given to the student with the most promise in graduate coursework.

  • Yao Y. Hu, Wuhan, China

  Marian L. Harris Award for Excellence in Economics

  The Economics Department created the Marian L. Harris Award for Excellence in Economics in memory of Marian L. Harris, who, together with her son John, was a long-time supporter of the department's undergraduate program. Recipients of this award are selected based on superior classroom performance, a high-quality senior thesis, or outstanding service.

  • Sarah Carlson, Yardley, PA
  • Ellie S. Cucullu, Altadena, CA
  • Carson D. Dodge, Indian Land, SC
  • Charlotte A. Griffin, Tomball, TX
  • McKenna N. Grover, Travelers Rest, SC
  • Daisy R. Hutnik, Hopewell, NJ
  • Rachel S. Lynch, Vienna, VA
  • Robert D. Raynor, Inman, SC
  • Ryan A. Smith, Fort Mill, SC
  • Delaney R. Starin, Flower Mound, TX

  Robert D. Tollison Award for Excellence in Economics

  The Economics Department created the Robert D. Tollison Award for Excellence in Economics in memory of Robert D. Tollison, a long-time supporter of the department's undergraduate program. Recipients for this award are selected based on superior classroom performance, a high-quality senior thesis, or outstanding service.

  • Robert L. Gaffney, Danville, KY
• Department of Finance

  James D. "Jay" Westmoreland, CFP® '89 Award for Merit

  The James D. Westmoreland, CFP '89 Award for Merit was established by Jay Westmoreland. Mr. Westmoreland is a Clemson alumnus and a member of the Finance Advisory Board. Community service and philanthropy are important to Mr. Westmoreland, and the recipient of this award has demonstrated a commitment to serving the well-being of others, in addition to a strong academic record.

  • Ryan G. Wolf, Clemson, SC

  Richard H. Klein Award in Finance for Scholarship and Service

  The Richard H. Klein Award in Finance for Scholarship and Service was established in honor of Richard H. Klein, Ph.D. Klein served at Clemson University for 25 years as a professor of finance. The award is given to a senior who has demonstrated exemplary academic performance and has contributed to the community, nation, or their fellow students.

  • Carson D. Dodge, Indian Land, SC
  • Matilda M. Wolfe, Minneapolis, MN
  • William C. Ralsten, Newark, DE

  Department of Finance Annual Awards

  The Department of Finance Annual Awards recipients are selected by department faculty on the basis of exceptional overall academic performance during their career at Clemson, especially in the financial management major and their chosen emphasis area.

  Department of Finance Annual Banking and Investment Award

  • Elizabeth A. Rogers, Greer, SC

  Department of Finance Annual Corporate Finance Award

  • Kristin P. Riggs, Greenwich, CT

  Department of Finance Annual Financial Planning Award

  • Emily A. Robinson, Woodbine, MD

  Tom Springer Real Estate Excellence Award

  • Caroline J. Williams, Chatham, NJ
• Department of Management

  Alan D. Wheeler Management Merit Award

  The Alan D. Wheeler Management Merit Award is given to a graduating Management major who exemplifies Colonel Alan Wheeler's dedication to scholarship and citizenship. Colonel Wheeler is remembered for his work as a teacher, student advisor, and administrator.

  • Angela R. Bradley, Bel Air, MD

  Boyd Joseph Todd Management Merit Award

  The Boyd Joseph Todd Management Merit Award is given annually to a graduating Management major who embodies Boyd J. Todd's enthusiasm for scholarship and his devotion to Clemson University. Todd was a Clemson graduate, a longtime chair of the Department of Management, and one of the founding faculty members.

  • Lily E. Dickinson, Exeter, NH

  Brian Moody '86 Leadership Award

  The Brian Moody '86 Leadership Award provides awards to outstanding students majoring in Management who demonstrate exceptional leadership capability and achievements by holding leadership positions.

  • Benjamin D. Csoka, Charlotte, NC
  • Zachary D. Freeman, Fayetteville, AR

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Awards

  The Department of Management Academic Excellence Awards are given to outstanding undergraduate students who focus on the concentration areas offered by the department. The criteria for these awards are outstanding scholarship and performance in the undergraduate curriculum as well as in their chosen areas of concentration. The recipients of these awards are expected to reflect the education and citizenship provided by the Department of Management in their chosen careers.

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Entrepreneurship

  • Hattie A. Baldock, Tonganoxie, KS

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in General Management

  • Avery Pettit, Wilton, CT

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Human Resource Management

  • Aisling N. Sharpe, Charleston, SC

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Global Management

  • Paige E. Hewitt, Orangeburg, SC

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Business Analytics

  • Lauren J. Fratter, Cumming, GA

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Operations Management

  • Jenna P. Severson, Austin, TX

  Department of Management Academic Excellence Award in Supply Chain Management

  • AJ McClanahan, Cordesville, SC

  Department of Management Academic Achievement Award

  • Anastasia T. Berezansky, Palm Coast, FL
  • Ella C. Berkle, Richmond, VA
  • Angela R. Bradley, Bel Air, MD
  • Kaylee M. Doyle, Glen Rock, NJ
  • Olivia R. Draughon, Seneca, SC
  • Alyssa A. Elmeer, Middletown, CT
  • Lane E. Ervin, Greenville, SC
  • John D. Farkas, Ardmore, PA
  • Lauren J. Fratter, Cumming, GA
  • Zachary D. Freeman, Fayetteville, AR
  • Hailey M. Guella, Greenville, SC
  • Alexandra C. Katramados, Belle Mead, NJ
  • Taylor P. Kommor, Massapequa Park, NJ
  • Jessica M. Laws, Carlsbad, CA
  • Maeve K. Maietta, Elmhurst, IL
  • Paris N. Masaracchia, Enola, PA
  • Amanda M. Meyer, Dacula, GA
  • Kate M. Murray, Wilmington, NC
  • Tess N. Parker, McClellanville, SC
  • Lilian A. Raczkowski, Sweet Valley, PA
  • Camryn M. Ripperda, Mt. Pleasant, SC
  • Davis A. Ryder, Fort Worth, TX
  • Aisling N. Sharpe, Charleston, SC
  • Molly G. Simon, Lakeland, FL
  • Morgan A. Stone, Winston-Salem, NC
  • Alexander G. Werbaneth, Long Valley, NJ
  • Katelyn M. Hulst, Chicago, IL
  • Jessica K. Pressley, Taylors, SC
• Department of Marketing

  The J. Daniel and Nancy Garrison Sales Innovation Signature Program Student of the Year Award

  • Garrett A. Began, Rock Hill, SC
  • Lilly Respess, Valdosta, GA

  The Marketing Department Annual Award for General Marketing

  This Annual Award is given to a senior who has excelled in academics and leadership, has shown a willingness to complete important tasks on behalf of the department, and exhibits the positive attitude and passion that are necessary for those who want to excel in the field of Marketing.

  • Laine E. Brennan, Ashburn, VA
  • Drey Owen, Lake Toxaway, NC

  The Marketing Department Annual Award for Sports Marketing

  The Annual Award for Sports Marketing is presented to students who are concentrating on sports marketing and have excelled in both academics and leadership. These students have participated in events related to sports marketing and community service. They exhibit a positive attitude and passion that are necessary for those who want to work in the industry.

  • Noah M. Boudolf, Charleston, SC
  • Sophia G. Brubaker, Wayne, PA

  The Marketing Department Annual Award for Research

  This Annual Award for Research is given to a senior who has shown potential for a career in research as evidenced by their academic achievement, independent work on research projects with faculty, demonstrated excellence in research-related coursework, and faculty recommendation.

  • Olivia C. Adrian, Charleston, SC
  • Cooper Norris, Irmo, SC

Awards by Year