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Scenes From the One University Awards

Tuesday, April 15, 2025, By Kelly Homan Rodoski
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Lois Agnew as emcee at the One University Awards

Lois Agnew, vice chancellor, provost and chief academic officer, was the emcee for the afternoon.

The One University Awards, an annual event to honor members of the Syracuse University community who are making a difference through academics, scholarship, creative work and dedicated service, was held April 11 in Hendricks Chapel.

Some scenes from the event:

Hendricks Chapel Choir performs at One University Awards

The Hendricks Chapel Choir performed “I Was Glad” under the direction of graduate student conductor Ben O’Connell. (Photos by Amy Manley)

Bea Gonzalez with University's charter mace

Mace Bearer Bea González prepares to pass the charter mace to incoming Mace Bearer Samuel Clemence, professor emeritus in the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

Chancellor Kent Syverud offers opening remarks at the One University Awards

Chancellor Kent Syverud offered opening remarks.

A group of people dressed in academic regalia, including caps and gowns, are seated in a reserved section at an awards ceremony. The individuals are facing away from the camera, except for Professor Samuel Clemence who is applauding and smiling. The background includes a stage with green plants and orange flowers.

Incoming Mace Bearer Samuel Clemence is pictured during the ceremony.

Emma Klein, a member of the women's soccer team, was one of three honored with the Student-Athlete Award

Emma Klein, a member of the women’s soccer team, was one of three honored with the Student-Athlete Award.

James "Jimmy Taylor Jr., a staff member in Facilities Services, was honored for 50 years of service

James “Jimmy” Taylor Jr., a staff member in Facilities Services, was honored for 50 years of service.

Bill Coplin, professor of policy studies in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, acknowledges the audience upon the announcement of his 55 years of service to the University

Bill Coplin, Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor for Teaching Excellence and professor of policy studies in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, acknowledges congratulations from the audience upon the announcement of his 55 years of service to the University.

Two individuals are standing on a stage during the One University Awards ceremony. Chancellor Syverud is wearing academic regalia, including a blue and orange gown with a hood, while Craig Tucker is dressed in formal attire, including a dark suit and tie. They are shaking hands, and Tucker is holding an award. The stage is decorated with green plants and orange flowers. In the background, there are other people seated and more decorations visible.

Craig Tucker, director of Higher Education Opportunity Program and Trio Student Support Services programs, receives the Enduring Values Award.

Howard G. Adams G'69 receives the Tolley Medal from Chancellor Syverud and Kelly Chandler-Olcott, dean of the School of Education

Howard G. Adams G’79 (center), founder and president of H.G. Adams & Associates Inc., and an alumnus of the School of Education, received the Tolley Medal from Chancellor Syverud (left) and Kelly Chandler-Olcott, dean of the School of Education.

Quigyang Liu received the Chancellor's Citation for Excellence in Student Research (graduate)

Qingyang Liu, a doctoral candidate in the Department of Human Development and Family Science in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, received the Chancellor’s Citation for Excellence in Student Research (graduate).

Emma Karp received the Chancellor's Citation for Outstanding Contributions to the Student Experience and University Initiatives (support staff)

Emma Karp, operations assistant in Campus Dining and Catering, received the Chancellor’s Citation for Outstanding Contributions to the Student Experience and University Initiatives (support staff).

James Clark, professor of drama in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, received the Chancellor's Citation Lifetime Achievement Award

James Clark, professor and program coordinator for theater management in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, received the Chancellor’s Citation Lifetime Achievement Award.

Cydney Johnson and Chancellor Kent Syverud

Cydney Johnson, deputy county executive for physical services for Onondaga County and the University’s former vice president for community engagement and government relations, received the Chancellor’s Medal from Chancellor Syverud.

Professor Bill Coplin and Chancellor Kent Syverud stand on a stage holding a framed certificate at the One University Awards. Syverud is wearing academic regalia, including a blue and orange gown with a hood, while Coplin is dressed in formal attire, including a black suit and tie. The stage is decorated with green plants and orange flowers.

Bill Coplin, Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor for Teaching Excellence and professor of policy studies in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, received the Chancellor’s Medal from Chancellor Syverud.

STudents sing the alma mater

Students (from left) Yifan “Ivan” Shen, Mason Romero, Joshua Garvin, Jennifer LaMonica and Ryan Myers led the alma mater to conclude the program.

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