Today, the SCSU English department recognized the outstanding achievements of both students and faculty members. The department had the chance to come together and celebrate the completion of an amazing Spring semester.
The student award winners included; Madi Csejka and Jade Serrano who received the Baraw-Henderson Study Abroad Award. Danae Sawchyn received the Chair’s Award for an Outstanding English Major. Stephanie Sirois and Molly Flanagan received the Creative Writing Award. Jade Serrano, Lori Dube, Danae Sawchyn, and Jerica Olson received the Literary Studies Award. Tea Carter, Isabella Corradi, and Monica Reardon received the English 307 Award. Judean Brown received the Professional Writing Award. Jerica Olson received the Secondary English Ed Award.
Of course, no event would be complete without snacks! There were a variety of different selections including; pizza, sandwiches, wings, and even homemade desserts! Students had the chance to complete an Experiential learning and internship survey to help the department to create even more opportunities for students to get involved with!
Dr. Smyth explained that there will be many opportunities in the future for students to take part in. For example, students can take advantage of a semester abroad in Liverpool. A semester abroad is a wonderful opportunity to experience the English major in a different setting and also surround yourself with a different culture.
Overall, the event was a great success! It will be exciting to see what next semester has to offer!