Honors & Awards

The Master’s Program in Physiology proudly recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and distinction in the field through the prestigious Honors in Physiology award. Since its inception, the program has celebrated outstanding scholars each academic year, including the inaugural awardees in 2017–2018 and continued honorees through today.

These award recipients exemplify excellence in scholarship, dedication to scientific inquiry, and a strong commitment to advancing the study of physiology. Their accomplishments reflect the high standards and academic rigor of the program and the mentorship of its faculty leadership.

2025-2026

Honors to be announced soon!

2024-2025

The Honors in Physiology award was presented to Summer Lewis, Lindsey Paul, Bolu Adewale, and Abiodun “Kafaya” Foresythe for their outstanding academic achievement and excellence in physiology.

Summer Lewis
Summer Lewis
Lindsey Paul
Lindsey Paul
Bolu Adewale
Bolu Adewale
Abiodun 'Kafaya' Foresythe
Abiodun “Kafaya” Foresythe

2023-2024

Emily K. Hickman, Silvana Varela Benavides, Mariana Squicciarini, and Gabie S. Vicens were recognized with Honors in Physiology for their exceptional performance and scholarly distinction.

Emily K. Hickman
Emily K. Hickman
Silvana Varela Benavides
Silvana Varela Benavides
Mariana Squicciarini
Mariana Squicciarini
Gabie S. Vicens
Gabie S. Vicens

2022-2023

Luke R. Young and Samrawit A. Melka earned Honors in Physiology in recognition of their academic excellence and commitment to the field.

Luke R. Young
Luke R. Young
Samrawit A. Melka
Samrawit A. Melka

2021-2022

Blake Shaw, Ahona Mukherjee, Ashley Chopra, and Lameya Aamir received Honors in Physiology for their distinguished accomplishments in the program.

Blake Shaw
Blake Shaw
Ahona Mukherjee
Ahona Mukherjee
Ashley Chopra
Ashley Chopra
Lameya Aamir
Lameya Aamir

2020-2021

For the 2020-2021 academic year, four students received 'Honors in Physiology': Anupama Kulkarni, Celine Rochon, James Wells and Kameron Wodard-El.

Physiology Honor Awards 2021

2019-2020

The following students received 'Honors in Physiology' for the 2019-2020 academic year: Brooke Beasley, Gabriela Cruz, Lillian Lauck, Laura Nussdorf, Jenil Patel and Nancy Ukoh.

2020 Honors in Physiology Awardees

2018-2019

Victoria Way and Giacomo Adoncecchi received the 'Honors in Physiology' award for 2018-2019 academic year.

2019 Honors in Physiology Awardees

L. Gabriel Navar, PhD, Chair, Giacomo Adoncecchi, Victoria Way, Ming Li, PhD, Program Director

2017-2018

Justine Greco and Hunter Douglas win the first 'Honors in Physiology' award.

2018 Honors in Physiology Awardees

L. Gabriel Navar, PhD, Chair, Justine Greco, Hunter Douglas, Ming Li, PhD, Program Director