SJSU University and College of Science Awards
2023 College of Science Awards
Dean's Scholar:
Dr. Minghui Diao, Associate Professor of Meteorology and Climate Science
Given annually to a faculty member who has established a regional, national or international reputation for excellence in research, scholarship or creative activity.
Research with and Mentoring of Students:
Dr. Jessica Castillo-Vardaro, Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences
Given annually to a faculty member who has made a significant and sustained contribution to mentoring or otherwise involving students in research.
Staff Excellence:
Stephen Cappelloni, Chemistry
James Cochran, Moss Landing Marine Labs
Given annually to a staff member whose demonstrates a sustained commitment to the success of the College of Science.
Innovation for Student Success:
Dr. Neil Switz, Professor of Physics and Astronomy
Given annually to an employee whose work contributes significantly to the student success goals of the College.
Teaching Excellence:
Dr. Wendy Lee, Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Given annually to a faculty member in the SJSU College of Science who demonstrates sustained excellence in teaching.
Outstanding Recent Graduate:
Olive Burata
Given annually to a graduate of the SJSU College of Science who shows outstanding early career success.
Award of Distinction:
Richard & Angela Craig
Given annually to an affiliate of the College of Science who has made significant contributions to the success of the College.
2023 University Awards
President’s Scholar:
Aaron Romanowsky, Physics & Astronomy
Outstanding Professor:
Cassandra Paul, Physics & Astronomy & Science Education
Past College of Science Awards
Dean's Scholar:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Dr. Katherine Wilkinson | Professor | Biological Sciences |
| 2021 | Dr. Resa Kelly | Professor, Chair | Chemistry, Chair of Science Education |
| 2020 | Dr. Lionel Cheruzel | Professor | Chemistry |
Research with and Mentoring of Students:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Dr. Amanda Kahn | Professor | Moss Landing Marine Labs |
| 2021 | Dr. Alberto Rascón | Associate Professor | Chemistry |
| 2020 | Dr. Mark Stamp | Professor | Computer Science |
Teaching Excellence:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Alicia Mullens | Lecturer | Meteorology & Climate Science |
| 2021 | Dr. Jordan Schettler | Associate Professor | Mathematics & Statistics |
| 2020 | Dr. Alison Bridger | Professor | Meteorology & Climate Science |
Staff Excellence:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Bertha Aguayo | Administrative Analyst/Specialist | Physics & Astronomy |
| 2022 | Michael Stephens | Lead Technician | Chemistry |
| 2021 | Vannu Nguyen | Admin Operations & Budget Analyst | Biology |
| 2021 | Marcia Block | Administrative Analyst | Computer Science |
| 2021 | Amanda Nasar | Department Analyst | Mathematics & Statistics |
| 2020 | Cher Jones | Academic & College Analyst | Dean’s Office |
| 2020 | Randy Kirchner | CoS Safety Officer | College of Science |
Innovation for Student Success:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Dr. Philip Heller | Professor | Computer Science |
| 2021 | Dr. Ranko Heindl | Associate Professor | Physics & Astronomy |
| 2020 | Dr. Don Reed | Professor | Geology |
| 2020 | Dr. Mary Poffenroth | Lecturer | Biological Sciences |
Outstanding Recent Graduate:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Dr. Rebecca Moore | Alumni | MS '18 Chemistry |
| 2021 | Jonathan Oribello | Alumni | MS ’20 Bioinformatics |
| 2020 | Dr. Anne Sanquini | Alumni | MS '10 Geology |
Award of Distinction:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Institution / Department |
| 2022 | Barbara Bekins | Hydrologist, SJSU Alumni | MS '88 Math |
| 2021 | Dr. Jim and Louise Dunaway | ||
| 2020 | Dr. Pat Grillione | Professor Emeritus | Biological Sciences |
Past University Awards
President's Scholar:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Department |
| 2022 | Dr. Scott Shaffer | Professor | Biological Sciences |
Outstanding Professor:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Department |
| 2021 | Dr. Lionel Cheruzel | Professor | Chemistry |
Distinguished Service:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Department |
| 2021 | Honorable Mention: Jocelyn Douglas | Health and Safety Officer | Moss Landing Marine Labs |
| 2020 | Dr. Karen Singmaster | Professor | Chemistry |
Outstanding Lecturer:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Department |
| 2022 | LeAnne Teruya | Lecturer | Geology |
Staff of the Year:
| Year | Awardee | Title | Department |
| 2021 | Rhett Frantz | Systems & Network | Moss Landing Marine Labs |
