Please visit our Merit site to view all of our student award winners.
Congratulations to our student award winners!
Please visit our Merit site to view all of our 2021 student award winners. 2022 award winners will be posted at after commencement.
Graduation Honors
A degree student is eligible for graduation honors when they:
- Have a minimum of 30 credits for an associate degree completed; a minimum of 60 credits for a bachelor’s degree completed within the VSC
- Have achieved the following cumulative GPA for all coursework:
- Cum Laude 3.50
- Magna Cum Laude 3.70
- Summa Cum Laude 3.90
A student in the final two years of a 2+2 degree program may petition to receive graduation honors provided they have earned a minimum of 30 graded credits at the VSC.
A certificate student is eligible for graduation honors when they:
- Complete 50% of the degree requirements at Vermont Tech
- Have achieved the following cumulative GPA for all coursework:
- Honors 3.00
- High Honors 3.50
Award Descriptions
ADN Clinical Excellence Award
The ADN Clinical Excellence Award recognizes the associate degree nursing student who is consistently prepared for each clinical day, has a clear understanding of the application theory to the clinical setting, utilizes effective communication techniques in all settings, demonstrates the art of nursing in the care that they provide, shows that they’re a self-initiator, and has shown real growth in their understanding of the role of the associate degree-prepared registered nurse as compared to that of the licensed practical nurse. In addition to an award certificate, the awardee receives membership to the American Nurses Association Vermont when they’re licensed.
BSN Nurse Leadership Award
The BSN Nurse Leadership Award is given to a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who has exemplified the leadership qualities sought after and valued in today’s BSN graduates. The recipient has displayed excellence in nursing through scholastic achievement; participation on committees; service to the college; community and social advocacy; role modeling, and promoting academic progression for nurses.
Colgate STAR Award
The Colgate STAR Award is offered to the graduating dental hygiene student who shows excellence and commitment to the hygiene profession by demonstrating true dedication to the profession; exhibiting extraordinary compassion in patient care; displaying enthusiasm and follow-through for community service; and demonstrating outstanding patient education and motivation skills.
Computer Engineering Technology Award, AE
The Computer Engineering Technology Award, AE is given to the graduating associate degree student with the highest academic average and greatest all-around academic development in this program.
Computer Engineering Technology Award, BS
The Computer Engineering Technology Award, BS is given to the graduating bachelors degree student with the highest academic average and greatest all-around academic development in this program
Construction Management AAS, Greatest Academic Development Award
The Construction Management AAS Greatest Academic Development Award is given to the student graduating from the associate degree program who has shown the greatest all-around academic development
Construction Management BS, Greatest Academic Development Award
The Construction Management BS Greatest Academic Development Award is given to the student graduating from the bachelor’s degree program who has shown the greatest all-around academic development
E.H. Jones Award for Greatest All-Around Academic Development in an Agricultural Program
The E.H. Jones Award is given by the family of E.H. Jones, who was a Commissioner of Agriculture for the state of Vermont. This award is given to a graduating senior who has shown the greatest all-around academic development in an agricultural technology program
Electrical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence (AE)
The Electrical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence, AE is given to the graduating student in the associate degree program with the highest academic average.
Electrical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence (BS)
The Electrical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence, BS is given to the graduating student in the bachelor’s degree program with the highest academic average
Electrical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence (Associate Degree)
The Electrical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence, AE is awarded to graduating students in the associate degree program who have exhibited enthusiasm for the field and possess an excellent work ethic
Electrical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence (Bachelor’s Degree)
The Electrical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence, BS is awarded to graduating students in the bachelor’s degree program who have exhibited enthusiasm for the field and possess an excellent work ethic
Electromechanical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence
The Electromechanical Engineering Technology Department Award for Technical Excellence is given to the graduating student in the bachelor’s degree program with the highest academic average
Electromechanical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence
The Electromechanical Engineering Technology Faculty Award for Excellence is awarded to the graduating student in the bachelor’s degree program who has exhibited enthusiasm for the field and possesses an excellent work ethic
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Academic Excellence Award
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology Academic Excellence Award is given to the graduating student in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program who has demonstrated the highest academic performance
Mechanical Engineering Technology Academic Excellence Award
The Mechanical Engineering Technology Academic Excellence Award is given to a student in the associate degree program who has demonstrated the highest academic performance
Mechanical Engineering Technology Faculty Award
The Mechanical Engineering Technology Faculty Award is given to a student in the associate degree program who demonstrates character, commitment, and effort in their academic studies
Professional Pilot Technology Outstanding Student Award
The Professional Pilot Technology Outstanding Student Award is given to a student who has consistently demonstrated the outstanding personal qualities and skills necessary for a successful career in aviation and, during years of training at VFA, has developed the highest standards under the following criteria: technical knowledge, risk management, aeronautical decision-making, communication, airmanship, ability to follow standard operating procedures, preparedness for flight lessons, and punctuality
Respiratory Therapy Clinical Excellence Award
The Respiratory Therapy Clinical Excellence Award is given to the graduating student who, in the opinion of the clinical faculty, demonstrated the professional ideals of competence, integrity, leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and accountability throughout their clinical education experiences
Society of Manufacturing Engineers Award
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers Award is given to the graduating student in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree program who exhibits outstanding professionalism, proficiency, and dedication
Stanley G. Judd Memorial Fund Award
The Stanley G. Judd Memorial Fund Award is given to the graduating student with the highest academic average in an agricultural technology program.
Veterinary Technology Department Greatest All-Around Academic Development
The Veterinary Technology Department Greatest All-Around Academic Development Award is given to the graduating student who has shown the greatest all-around academic development
Veterinary Technology Highest Academic Average
The Veterinary Technology Department Highest Academic Average Award is given to the graduating student who has the highest academic average
American Society of Civil Engineers, Vermont Section, Greatest Academic Development Award
The American Society of Civil Engineers Award is given to the graduating student with the highest academic average and greatest all-around academic development in the Civil & Environmental Engineering Technology program
ASHRAE Champlain Valley Chapter Award
The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers Award, sponsored by the Champlain Valley Chapter, is given to a deserving senior who is graduating from the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering Technology program. The award is based on factors such as participation in student and parent chapter activities and interest and excellence in building mechanical engineering systems.
Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society Board Award Scholarship
The Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society Board Award Scholarship is presented by the Sigma Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society to a graduating dental hygiene student based on academic achievement, community service, and financial need. The award covers the cost of the Dental Hygiene National Board Examination
Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society Board Award Scholarship
The Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society Board Award Scholarship is presented by the Sigma Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society to a graduating dental hygiene student based on academic achievement, community service, and financial need. The award covers the cost of the Dental Hygiene National Board Examination
Vermont Agency of Transportation, Aviation Division Award
The Vermont Agency of Transportation, Aviation Division Award is presented to the student who exhibits dedication, accomplishment, and contribution to general aviation in keeping with the highest standards of aeronautics
Vermont Dental Hygienists Association Membership Spirit Award
The Vermont Dental Hygienists Association Membership Spirit Award is given to a graduating Dental Hygiene student who exhibits a high level of professional pride and enthusiasm for the profession of dental hygiene
Vermont Flight Academy Professional Pilot Excellence
The Vermont Flight Academy Professional Pilot Excellence award is given to a student who exhibits the highest standards of qualities and skills necessary for a successful career in aviation
Vermont Nursery and Landscape Association Student Merit Award
The Vermont Nursery and Landscape Association Student Merit Award is given to a second-year student in the Landscape Contracting program who exemplifies the qualities of a professional in the field: motivation, direction, leadership, and respect for both humans and the natural environment. The recipient must have earned at least 30 credits and hold a GPA of 3.0 or greater
USCAA Academic All-American
The USCAA recognizes student-athletes across all member institutions who have completed 24 credit hours, and have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
YSCC Academic All-Conference
The YSCC recognizes student-athletes across all member institutions who have completed 12 credit hours, and have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
Engineer of the Year Award
The Engineer of the Year Award is awarded to a graduating baccalaureate student from an engineering technology or engineering program who is selected from nominations by the engineering technology departments for outstanding scholarship, character, and leadership
Engineer of the Year Nominee
The Engineer of the Year Nominee is recognized for being nominated for the Engineer of the Year Award. This student is a graduating baccalaureate student from an engineering technology or engineering program who, nominated by the engineering technology departments for outstanding scholarship, character, and leadership
Faculty Award
The Faculty Award is given to the graduating student who, in the estimation of the Faculty Assembly at large, has made the greatest contribution to student activities while attending Vermont Technical College
Faculty Memorial Fund Scholarship Award
The Faculty Memorial Fund Scholarship Award was created by the faculty as a living memorial to the people who served on the faculty and have passed away. It’s given to the student who has completed their freshman year and whose outstanding scholarship exemplifies excellence in technology
Student Engineering Technician of the Year
The Student Engineering Technician of the Year is presented to one sophomore-level associate or bachelor degree student from an Engineering Technology program, selected from nominations by the engineering technology departments for outstanding scholarship, character, and leadership.
Student Engineering Technician of the Year Nominee
The Student Engineering Technician of the Year Nominee is recognized for being nominated for the Student Engineering Technician of the Year Award. This student is a sophomore-level associate or bachelor degree student from an Engineering Technology program, nominated by the engineering technology departments for outstanding scholarship, character, and leadership.
Angus A. Murray Award for Excellence in Writing
The Angus A. Murray Award for Excellence in Writing is given to a returning student who demonstrates the greatest overall excellence in writing in Vermont Tech’s two required English courses
J. Edward Marceau Memorial Scholarship Award
The J. Edward Marceau Memorial Scholarship Award is given to one graduating Dental Hygiene student who is a Vermont resident and plans to practice in Vermont for at least one full year and, in the opinion of the faculty, exhibits outstanding scholastic achievement and community involvement
Robert S. Brady Award for Greatest All-Around Academic Development in Architectural & Building Engineering Technology
The Robert S. Brady Award is given to the student who has shown the greatest all-around academic achievement in the Architectural & Building Engineering Technology program. The award is given from the Hanne Williams fund by the Vermont Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
Ruth Freeman Memorial Award for Architectural & Building Engineering Technology
The Ruth Freeman Memorial Award for Architectural & Building Engineering Technology is given to the student in the Architectural & Building Engineering Technology program whose work in ARE 2050 has exhibited architectural design excellence
W. Newton Ryerson Award for excellence in Math and Physics
The W. Newton Ryerson Award for Excellence in Math & Physics is given to a returning student with a GPA of 3.5 or higher in freshman mathematics and physics courses who demonstrates excellence in lab performance and a positive general attitude as shown by class and lab participation or by assisting other students
Best Community Service Event
The Best Community Service Event is nominated by student body and voted on by student council executive board. This award has been selected based on the quality and impact that the event had on bettering the lives of faculty, staff and students at the Randolph campus.
Club of the Year
The Club of the Year is nominated by clubs, voted on by student council executive board, is given to one Student Organization recognized by the Randolph Student Council. This award has been selected based on their outstanding programming, service to the campus community, demonstrated leadership skills and overall positive experience for students.
Community Service Award
This award is presented to a student who cares about their community and shows it by volunteering and contributing either time, material, or ideas.
Dean’s Plate Award
The Dean’s Plate is awarded to an RA who has shown exemplary skills during their time as a Resident Assistant.
RA Floor Spirit Award
This award is given to the floor of the Residence Halls that has the most fun and exciting floor events.
RA Residence Hall Program of the Year Award
This award is designated to a residential student (or RA) who has built a program that exceeds the expectations of everyone.
Resident (non-RA) of the Year
This award is given to a resident that has gone above and beyond in their community.
Student Council Member of the Year
The Student Council Member of the Year is nominated and voted on by full student council, is given to one member of Student Council (either Executive board member or club rep). This award has been selected based on the individual’s participation in Student Council meetings, committee meetings and work on Student Council business outside of meeting hours. The recipients goes above and beyond all expectations laid out in the Student Council constitution.
Honor Societies
Alpha Delta Nu
Alpha Delta Nu is a national honor society formed by the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing to recognize the academic excellence of students in the study of Associate Degree Nursing. The society shall encourage the pursuit of advance degrees in the profession of nursing as well as continuing education as a lifelong professional responsibility. Additionally, the Society shall participate in the recruitment of qualified individuals into the nursing profession.
Requirements for candidacy are:
- 3.00 or above in nursing courses (with letter grades of B or higher) and a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above and no previous failures in any Nursing course;
- Sophomore status;
- Students shall have demonstrated conduct on campus and the clinical areas that reflects integrity and professionalism as determined by the Nursing faculty advisors.
Lambda Beta
Lambda Beta is the national honor society for the profession of respiratory care. It was formed in 1986 to promote, recognize, and honor scholarship, scholarly achievement, service, and character of students, graduates, and faculty members of the profession.
Requirements for candidacy are:
- Completion of 50% of the Respiratory Therapy courses;
- GPA which ranks in the top 25 percent of the Respiratory Therapy class
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is a national honor society formed to recognize and encourage scholarship, academic excellence, leadership, and service among two-year college students.
Requirements for candidacy are:
- 3.50 cumulative GPA with no incomplete grades;
- Working toward a VTC degree with a minimum of 12 credits completed at Vermont Tech
Sigma Phi Alpha
Sigma Phi Alpha is a national honor society for dental hygiene students. It was formed to recognize, promote, and honor outstanding scholarship, service, and character among students or graduates of dental hygiene schools in the U.S. and Canada. Second-year dental hygiene students who rank highest in scholarship and character and who exhibit potential for future growth are, upon recommendation of the full-time Dental Hygiene faculty, elected to this prestigious group. Membership is limited to ten percent of the graduating class.
Sigma Theta Tau
Sigma Theta Tau is an international honor society recognizing baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and nurse leaders who exhibit exceptional achievements in nursing. The mission of the honor society is advance world health and celebrating nursing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service.
Requirements for candidacy are:
- Junior or senior enrolled in a baccalaureate program at an accredited institution of higher education who has completed at least half of the Nursing curriculum;
- GPA which ranks in the top 35 percent of their graduating class;
- Achievement of academic excellence (at schools where a 4.0 GPA system is used, this equates to at least a 3.0)
Tau Alpha Pi Honor Society
Tau Alpha Pi is a national honor society for associate and baccalaureate degree students in engineering technology. Its purpose is to recognize academic excellence in fields of engineering technology study and to encourage a lifetime commitment to learning and scholarship.
Requirements for candidacy are:
- Cumulative GPA of 3.50 with no incomplete grades; Minimum of 24 credits completed at Vermont Tech while in an engineering technology program.
- Engineering technology students with more than 48 credits may be considered with a 3.30 or better cumulative GPA.