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2022 Winners

In an effort to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of Rhode Island College students to improving the lives of others and making a positive impact on society, Student Activities has initiated the Student Leadership Awards program.  Our students serve others in a variety of capacities through their time working at jobs and internships, providing assistance to friends and family members, volunteering with community service organizations, and participating in campus involvement programs.  Their many contributions embody the mission of the College to promote civic engagement and public service, which leads to the enrichment of the entire community. 

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This award ceremony is intended to recognize students of Rhode Island College who have demonstrated leadership potential both on and off campus.  Student Activities has the privilege of honoring exceptional students for their impact as leaders within our College, state, and global communities.  These awards celebrate students who display good character, respect, dignity, inclusiveness, professionalism, and compassion. 

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Alan J. Chille Leadership Excellence Award

Presented to graduating undergraduate seniors who exemplify what it means to be a student leader on campus.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities: 

  • Positive impact through involvement with student life and campus programs 

  • Ability to work with and lead others 

  • Positive relationships with and respect from co-workers, peers, faculty, staff, and administrators 

  • Successful collaboration with others in a team environment 

  • Outstanding leadership characteristics including enthusiasm, self-reliance, problem solving, effective management and organizational skills, courage, honesty, credibility, and ability to inspire others 

  • Graduating undergraduate senior

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This award is named in honor of Rhode Island College alumnus Alan Chille.  While at Rhode Island College, Alan managed the Rathskeller College Pub, worked at the Bookstore, and was a leader of Programming.  Alan is currently the General Manager of the Providence Performing Arts Center and is a 2011 Rhode Island College Alumni Award recipient. 

Vital Contribution to

Community

Presented to undergraduate students who have shown that a community can be transformed through leadership and involvement.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities: 

  • Positive impact through on or off campus employment or internships, family commitments, volunteer activities, or other programs 

  • Strong commitment to improving the lives of others 

  • Passion for necessary change 

  • Understanding of the concepts of community building, civic engagement, and public service 

  • Positive relationships with and gained respect from members of the community 

  • Empathy, compassion, and sincerity in all of their endeavors 

  • Undergraduate student

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Campus Spirit

Presented to undergraduate students who take pride in and embody the spirit of Rhode Island College and have inspired others to become engaged in the College and its mission.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities:

  • Support for Rhode Island College programs including major events, as well as club, organization, and sporting events 

  • Respect and appreciate the College's mission 

  • Passion for necessary change 

  • Enthusiasm toward the College and is devoted to the quality of life at RIC 

  • Leadership by serving as a role model for their peers

  • Pride in the campus community 

  • Undergraduate student

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Rising Star

Presented to undergraduate students who have shown great leadership potential.  Although their leadership journey is in the beginning stages, they have gone above and beyond their assigned responsibilities.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities: 

  • Hardworking in a behind-the-scenes or support capacity to help an organization or group to thrive 

  • Respected and valued by members of the organization or group 

  • Ability to undertake a larger leadership role in the future

  • Undergraduate student 

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Student Employment Award

Presented to undergraduate students employed by a campus office or department who show dedication, professionalism, and leadership skills.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities: 

  • Serve as role models for other student employees 

  • Consistently exceed expectations 

  • Have a mature work ethic, are always on time (or early!), and take the initiative to identify necessary tasks 

  • Regarded as a friendly professional who always asks "what else can I do?" 

  • Play a vital contributing role in the work environment

  • Undergraduate student

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Outstanding Graduate Leadership 

Presented to graduate students who display a high level of professionalism, capacity to build community, passion, and integrity.  These students are in good academic standing and demonstrate the following qualities:

  • Regarded as leaders in the cohort, department, or community of practice 

  • Regularly go above and beyond academic responsibilities 

  • Positive relationships with and respect from co-workers, peers, faculty, staff, and administrators 

  • Successful collaboration with others in a team environment 

  • Outstanding leadership characteristics including enthusiasm, self-reliance, problem solving, effective management and organizational skills, courage, honesty, credibility, and ability to inspire others 

  • On the path to becoming highly respected professionals in their field 

  • Graduate student

Organization Award

Organization Outreach

Presented to student organizations that have formed successful partnerships with local, national, or international organizations in an effort to make a positive impact on society.  These organizations are in good standing with Student Community Government, Inc. and Student Activities, and demonstrate the following qualities:

  • Adherence to and promotion of their organizations' mission and values 

  • Positive relationships with and respect from partnership organizations 

  • Concerted effort to understand and address the specific needs of the community in a respectful, compassionate manner 

  • Understanding of the concepts of community building, civic engagement, and public service 

  • Ambassadorship of Rhode Island College and adherence to its mission 

Past Winners

Alan J. Chille Leadership Excellence

2022 Kaicie L. Boeglin 

2021 Tiana Dickenson
2020 Sarah French  
2019 Leandro Alvarez  
2018 Leidy James  
2017 Cedar Hayes  
2016 William Poole  
2015 Christopher Higgins  
2014 Maggie Keach  
2013 Brittany Richer  
2012 Mariama Kurbally  
2011 Laura Kostenblatt  
2010 Rui Montilla  
2009 Leeann Schmitt  

Vital Contribution to the Community 
2022 Christian J. Delacruz 

2021 Sage Mueller

2020 Madeleine LeBlanc  
2019 Anthony Maselli & Raquel Montero  
2018 Roxxanne Newman  
2017 Javier Juarez  
2016 James Kane  
2015 Andrea Martin  
2014 Holly Cekala 
2013 Kameko Branchaud 
2012 Arthur Parise Jr. 
2011 Jeremy Ogunba 
2010 Wesley Cruz 
2009 Dee Tavolaro 

Campus Spirit 
2022 Thomas “TJ” Clifford 

2021 Matthew Thureson

2020 Mileiry De La Cruz 
2019 Claudius Cooper & Derek Sherlock 
2018 Colton McAdams 
2017 Jose Rosario 
2016 Nakita Guerrouxo 
2015 Rob Santurri 
2014 Julien Goldstick 
2013 William Poole 
2012 Jesus Mendoza 
2011 Aaron Buckley 
2010 David Benevides 
2009 Brittney Richer 

Rising Star 
2022 Nancy Xiong 

2021 Valentina Gomez

2020 Jayleen Salcedo 
2019 Night Jean Muhingabo 
2018 Emelia Orellana 
2017 Sarah French  
2016 Colton McAdams 
2015 Essence Harrison 
2014 Joseph Sherry 
2013 Meagan Lasorsa 
2012 Gerard "Gino" Tetreault 
2011 Jose Rodriguez-Mendez 
2010 Kyla Pecchia  

Outstanding Student Employee 
2022 Melissa Maria Tinajero 

2021 Maria Gaskill

2020 Luisa Alvarado Garcia 
2019 Ian Beganski 
2018 Michael Caine 
2017 Derrik Trombley 
2016 Marisa Avila 
2015 Kavy Thammavongsa 
2014 Maggie Keach 
2013 Erica Tortoliani 
2012 Megan Radka 
2011 Nicole Lamantia  

Outstanding Graduate Leadership 
2022 Kailee M. Garibaldi 

2021 Roxxanne Newman

2020 Jennifer Ricci and Suzy Barelos Winchester 
2019 Kristyn Furtado 
2018 Eva Dayon 
2017 Carla Sánchez 
2016 Rachael Ficke Clemens 
2015 Joceylyne de Gouvenain 
2014 Sandra Burnock 
2013 Chris Susi 
2012 Michelle Valletta 
2011 Brittany Nicolaides 
2010 Mary Jean Croft

Organization Outreach 
2022 RIC Programming Board

2021 Harambee

2020 Student Nurse Association 
2019 G.A.M.E.R. 
2018 Student Nurses Association 
2017 Delta Phi Epsilon 
2016 Sojourn 
2015 Active Minds 
2014 Student Nurses Association 
2013 Latin American Student Organization (LASO) 
2012 Resident Student Association 
2011 InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 
2010 Middle School Association 
2009 Resident Student Association 

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