On May 15th the Department of Community Development and Applied Economics recognized the academic excellence and outstanding work of Graduate Students.

Dimock Student And Alumni Awards

This award is given to a graduate student and alumnus/a that embodies Outstanding Academic and Scholarly Activities, Commitment and Vision, Professional Achievement, and Advancement of Ethical Principles within Public Administration.

  • Co-winner - Walter Logan (MPA ’24)
  • Co-winner -  Liz Amler (MPA ’24)
  • Alex Zipparo (MPA ’15)

The Frank Smallwood Award (MPA)

Frank Smallwood, former ¶¶Òõ̽̽-MPA Visiting Professor and Dartmouth College Professor Emeritus, was a person of academic stature in the area of public policy and an active participant in the governance of Vermont as a legislator.  Well known for his caring demeanor, concern for those around him, positive outlook, and insightfulness, Professor Smallwood truly epitomizes this award. This award is peer-nominated and given to a classmate who is the most collegial, helpful, and supportive person in the class. It is given to a person whose commitment to colleagues and positive energy makes the complex and challenging aspects of a graduate program a cooperative and uplifting experience.

  • Winner - Sarah Plaut (MPA ’24)

The Community Building Award (CDAEM MS)

This peer-nominated award is given to a classmate who is the most collegial, helpful, and supportive person in the class. It is given to a person whose commitment to colleagues and positive energy makes the complex and challenging aspects of a graduate program a cooperative and uplifting experience.

  • Winner - Dimagi Pitawala (CDAE MS ’24)

The Outstanding Graduate TA Award

This award recognizes a graduate student who has proven to be diligent, resourceful, and professional in their duties as a teaching assistant. This award is presented in recognition of the outstanding spirit of commitment and helpfulness that they have shown to both faculty and students.

  • Winner - Chris Donovan (CDAE MS ’24) for his graduate TA position in World Food, Pop, & Development for the last 2 years.

Congratulations to all the students.