On Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 12 p.m., Columbian College recognized students graduating with majors in Economics, Human Services, Journalism & Mass Communication, Political Communication, Political Science/Public Policy Focus, Psychology and Sociology/Criminal Justice.
In addition to enjoying congratulatory remarks from CCAS Dean Ben Vinson III, the gathered students, faculty and family heard addresses from Distinguished Scholar & Speaker Brandon Aversano (American Studies) and Faculty Speaker Irene R. Foster, assistant professor of economics. Alison Motell (Political Communication) was the Alumni Prize winner, while Susan L. Wiley, associate professor of political science and legislative affairs, won the Undergraduate Advising Prize. Associate Professor of Sociology Fran Buntman won the Kenny Prize, awarded each year to the faculty member in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences who students consider to be an outstanding teacher.