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Celebrate with us!

Join us for an unforgettable celebration on April 3rd at the RSC Beggs Ballroom from 4:00-6:00 pm. We will be recognizing and honoring our esteemed Adult Learner of the Year, Online Learner of the Year and other exceptional award recipients. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated by the remarkable achievements of these outstanding individuals. 

 

Awards Ceremony Nominations

As we approach the spring semester, we welcome all students, staff, and faculty to join us in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of our Online or Adult Learners. It is essential to highlight their hard work and resilience and show our appreciation for their dedication to their studies.

Nominate someone who embodies one of our award categories. Your nomination has the power to inspire a culture of appreciation and encouragement.

Spring 2025 Nominations are now closed

Adult Learner of the Year (ALOTY) 

Please consider nominating a student for the Adult Learner of the Year (ALOTY). Consider nominating an undergraduate student who, despite facing obstacles, has inspired others and deserves recognition for their exceptional journey of triumph and perseverance in learning.

Online Learner of the Year (OLOTY)

Please consider nominating a student for the Online Learner of the Year award (OLOTY)*. This student should exemplify academic excellence, boundless positivity, relentless determination, and exemplary leadership.

*This student must be enrolled in a fully online undergraduate program.

Support System Certificate

As we honor the dedication and hard work of our adult learners, we also want to acknowledge the unwavering support of those who have helped our students along the way. These individuals have been instrumental in motivating and guiding students toward their goals, and we are grateful for their commitment to helping our students succeed!

 
Ryan Littlejohn Family

Meet our 2025 Keynote Speaker

Ryan is married to his best friend, Tiffany Littlejohn and is the father of three children, Brynn, Crosby, and Rowan.  Has a Bachelor鈥檚 Degree in Organizational Leadership from 暗网禁区破解版 obtained through the adult learning program.  Ryan has over 20 years of management experience along with seven years of operations experience in the health and wellness field. He excels at team building/management, communication, and customer service. Ryan is an active member of his church and leadership team and also enjoys reading, hiking, men's small groups, serving in any capacity, hat collecting, shopping, and spending time with his family. Ryan had previously overseen Youth Sports, Membership, Aquatics, Martial Arts, Dance and Gymnastics as a Senior Program Director at the North Branch before becoming the Branch Director at the West YMCA in 2024.

 

2025 Nominated Students

Adult Learner of the Year

Aaron Holladay

Anesha Gonzalez

Arland Wallace

Candis Roberts

Claudia Ault

Cynthia Pizzini

Diana Montiel

Gladys Garcia

Ibrahim Ibrahim

Jason Hildreth

Jason Snavely

Jessica Yates

Maite Menendez

Mary Russell

Michael Rivas

Pedro Cupertino

Robin Monroe

Tara Henton

William Harrison

Zach Najera

Online Learner of the Year
Brandi Rowan
Jessica Yates
Krysten Crawford
Meghan Broxterman
Robin Stonebarger
Sally Pipes
Stephanie Catanese
Steve Curbelo

Past Award Recipients

2024

Award Recipients 2024

  • ALOTY: Deborah Royse
  • OLOTY: Willow Chesky
  • Applied Learning: Olivia McClung
  • Community Partner: Urban Adult Learner Institute
  • Leadership: Richard "RJ" Kunde
  • Service: David Smith
  • Research: Dave Joshua Del Mar
  • 暗网禁区破解版 Partner: HOPE Services

aloty/oloty student nominations

 

ALOTY/OLOTY Student Nominations

ALOTY Student Nominations: Alicia Allen, Arland Wallace, Cynthia Pizzini, Dave Joshua Del Mar, David Smith, Deborah Royse, Fabiola Ayarza Anorga, Ibrahim Ibrahim, Lisa Bolin, Nick Rodriguez, Olivia McClung, Richard RJ Kunde, Robin Monre, Scott St. Clair, and Terry Knox.

OLOTY Student Nominations: Jenae Huling,  Martha Hernandez, Scott St. Clair, Taylor Baxter, and Willow Chesky

2023

Award Recipients 2023

  • ALOTY: Jennifer Johnson
  • Community Partner: CAEL
  • 暗网禁区破解版 Partner: Lynette Murphy
  • ALOTY Finalist: Hannah Perez
  • ALOTY Finalist: Corri Newman
2022

Award Recipients 2022

  • ALOTY: Billy Wilson
  • Community Partner: Alpha Sigma Lambda
  • 暗网禁区破解版 Partner: Kim Sandlin, Director of Student Success
  • ALOTY Finalist: Kate Magathan
  • ALOTY Finalist: Emily Hedrick
  • SPSY Finalist: Chelsea Morales
  • SPSY Finalist: Breasia Sharkey
2021

Award Recipients 2021

  • ALOTY: Billy Wilson
  • Community Partner: Alpha Sigma Lambda
  • 暗网禁区破解版 Partner: Chad Steinkamp, Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions
  • ALOTY Finalist: Kate Magathan
  • ALOTY Finalist: Emily Hedrick
  • SPSY Winner: Apple Holder
  • SPSY Finalist: Breasia Sharkey
  • SPSY Finalist: Chelsea Morales
2020

Award Recipients 2020

  • ALOTY: Inneke Vargas, Psychology
  • Community Partner: Bernard Osher Foundation -
  • 暗网禁区破解版 Partner: Angela Zeorlin, Assistant Director for Scholarships, Office of Financial Aid
  • ALOTY Finalist: Dawna Raehpour
  • ALOTY Finalist: Daniel Johnico