Federation of Schools of Accountancy Award
John Zapata Mantilla is an Accounting major from Calhoun, Ga. He is a graduate assistant and was a head volunteer at Books for Keeps. After graduation, John will pursue his MAcc at UGA.
Tull Excellence Award
Lara Kruger hails from Pretoria, South Africa, and is an Accounting major. Lara participated in the Beta Alpha Psi study abroad to Cortona, Italy. After graduation, Lara will pursue a MAcc degree and complete an internship with a Big Four firm.
Tull Excellence Award
Maggie Carr is an Accounting major from Duluth, Ga. Maggie is a Young Life leader and helped to coach the girls’ basketball team at Cedar Shoals High School. After graduation, Maggie will attend UGA Law.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Caroline Kraczon is an Economics major from Woodstock, Ga. She is president of the Student Alumni Council and is deeply involved as a mentor for Whatever It Takes. After graduation, Caroline will attend Georgetown University Law Center.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Kathleen Reynolds is a Marketing and Economics major from Johns Creek, Ga. She served as president of the UGA Chapter of Blue Key Honor Society and launched a UGA student organization to support Lydia’s Place. After graduation, Kathleen will join Cox Communications as a project management specialist.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Max Stander is a Finance and Economics major from Atlanta. One of his greatest accomplishments is gaining leadership skills with the Corsair Society as head of banking. Upon graduating, Max will be employed as an investment banking analyst at UBS in New York City.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Sebastian Puerta is an Economics major from Roswell, Ga. Sebastian has been passionate about supporting, mentoring, and developing the economic community at Terry. After graduation, Sebastian will work at the Opportunity Insights at Harvard University.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Andrew Schmitt (Drew) is an Economics major from Rochester, N.Y. He is proud to be
graduating with a dual bachelor’s and master’s degree in Economics. After graduating,
Drew will be an associate consultant at Bain & Company.
Terry Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Economics
Kometh Thawanyarat (Tony) is an Economics and Biology major hailing from Peachtree Corners, Ga. Tony has served as vice president of the Terry Economics Society and director of mentorship for the Terry Student Researchers. After graduating, Tony will attend the Medical College of Georgia.
Excellence in Finance Award
Harrison Bocook is a Finance major from Richmond Hill, Ga. Harrison has maintained an impressive GPA while he has focused on professional development in the workplace. After graduation, Harrison will pursue his MBA.
Excellence in Finance Award
Jasmine Chen is a Finance major hailing from Duluth, Ga. Jasmine has been involved in the development of Women in Finance structurally and culturally. After graduation, Jasmine will move to New York City to join Citi as an investment banking analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Excellence in Finance Award
William O’Gorman is from Augusta, Ga., majoring in Finance. William is the first man to join Women in Finance and helped to increase diversity within various organizations. After graduating, William will join Truist Bank as a credit research analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Natalie Strandquist is a Finance major and International Business co-major from Cumming, Ga. One of her greatest accomplishments is the organization and creation of The Magellan Program. She is an active member of Terry’s Women in Finance. After graduation, Natalie will join Citi as a corporate banking analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Alexander Burgess (Alex) is an Accounting and Finance double major hailing from Woodstock, Ga. Alex is graduating summa cum laude and is deeply involved with the Apollo Society. After graduating, Alex will travel to New York to work for J.P. Morgan as an investment banking analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Sarah Dixon is a Finance major from Alpharetta, Ga. Sarah greatly enjoys her work in the community of tutoring/mentoring children through Whatever It Takes. Upon graduation, Sarah will join Jefferies in New York City as an investment banking analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Tanner Hull is from Bloomington, Ill., and is a Finance and Economics major. Tanner was president of the Corsair Society and enjoyed working with UGA alumni. After graduation, Tanner will work for Third Lake Partners in Tampa, Fla., as a private equity analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Noah Powell is a Finance major from Canton, Ga. Noah’s greatest accomplishment is his participation in the University of Southern California’s Stock Pitch Competition. In June, Noah will join Prudential Private Capital in Atlanta as an investment analyst.
Excellence in Finance Award
Samantha Trent is from Toms River, N.J., and is a Finance major. Samantha is the vice president of the Student Management Investment Fund and is very involved with UGA Miracle. Upon graduation, Samantha will work as an equity research analyst with J.P. Morgan in New York City.
Academic Achievement in International Business
Isabel Florentino is a Finance major and International Business co-major from Augusta, Ga. She is a tutor for Whatever It Takes and has developed strong relationships during her time at UGA. Upon graduating, Isabel will attend Vanderbilt University Law School.
Excellence in International Business
Marion Cassim is from Lawrenceville, Ga., and is working to obtain her degree in Marketing, Music and is a co-major in International Business. Marion is involved with the International Business Office for study abroad and scholarship awareness. Upon graduation, Marion will attend graduate school.
Excellence in International Business
Madhuree Patel is a Finance major and International Business co-major from Fayetteville, Ga. She was an orientation leader for the International Student Life World Leader program. Through this rewarding experience, Madhuree cultivated close relationships with students from different cultures and helped them to navigate their journey at UGA. After graduation, Madhuree will join Bank of America as a financial management analyst.
Academic Achievement in International Business
Kathleen Kish (Katie) is from Dunwoody, Ga., and is majoring in Management Information Systems. Katie is involved with Campus Scouts. After graduation, Katie will work for Unum in its early development rotational program.
Excellence in International Business
Lauren Klas is a Marketing major with a co-major in International Business from Marietta, Ga. She is the co-author of an academic journal, “Symbols & Silhouettes: Punk aesthetics and the fashion cycle,” which will be published in the Fall 2020 edition of the Fashion Practice Journal. After graduation, Lauren plans to pursue her MBA.
Excellence in Management
Grace Bridges is a Management major from Eatonton, Ga. She is a SEC champion on the UGA NCEA equestrian team and is focused on being a dedicated student athlete. After graduation, Grace will move to Los Angeles, Calif., to pursue a career as a professional equestrian athlete.
Excellence in Management with an Area of Emphasis in Operations and Supply Chain
Sydney Hasler is a triple major from Watkinsville, Ga. Sydney was selected as a Deer Run Fellow and is a member of the Redcoat Band. Sydney accepted a position in Conyers, Ga., with Acuity Brands and will be part of its Lighting Chain Leadership Program.
Excellence in Management with an Area of Emphasis in Human Resource Analytics
Donald McArthur is from Valdosta, Ga. Donald is a Management major with an emphasis in Human Resources Analytics. After graduation, Donald will pursue management opportunities with his current employer Publix.
Excellence in Management with an Area of Emphasis in Operations and Supply Chain
Daniel Wilson is a double major in Management and Economics from Alpharetta, Ga. One of his greatest accomplishments is being the co-founder of a new class, Supply Chain Analytics, within the Management Department. Upon graduating, Daniel plans to pursue his MSBA at UGA.
Excellence in MIS
Malan Anderson is a Management Information Systems major from Buford, Ga. She is the vice president of the Society for Cyber Security and a student representative of the MIS Advisory Board. After graduation, Malan will join AT&T as a network engineer and technical business manager.
Excellence in MIS
Olivia Profita is a Management Information Systems major and International Business
co-major hailing from Milton, Ga. Olivia is graduating summa cum laude and is very
involved with her sorority, Alpha Gamma Delta. After graduation, Olivia will work
for FTI Consulting as a corporate finance and performance improvement consultant.
Excellence in MIS
Timothy Uher (Tim) is a Management Information Systems and Accounting major from Atlanta. He has focused on relationship developments skills and appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with students across different majors. After graduation, Tim will join Capgemini as a technology consultant.
Excellence in MIS
Kathleen Kish (Katie) is from Dunwoody, Ga., and is majoring in Management Information Systems. Katie is involved with Campus Scouts. After graduation, Katie will work for Unum in its early development rotational program.
Excellence in MIS
Ben Starks is from Celebration, Fla. He is pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems and a Master In Science in Business Analytics. Benjamin is a Foundation Fellow and a Double Dawg.
Marketing Academic Excellence Award
Tony Dang is a Marketing major from Marietta, Ga. He is very involved in the American Marketing Association. Following graduation, Tony plans to work in digital marketing and complete his MBA.
Marketing Academic Excellence Award
Lindsay McSwigan is from Marietta, Ga., pursuing degrees in Marketing and International Business, Entertainment and Media Studies. Lindsay served in a mentorship program with her sorority, Delta Gamma. Upon graduating, Lindsay will pursue opportunities in the media industry.
Marketing Leadership Award
Amanda Scalise is a Marketing major with a sales emphasis. From Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Amanda is president for the Gamma charter of PSE. After graduation, Amanda will move to Dallas, Texas, to work for FedEx as an account manager.
Tanner Award for Outstanding Sales Performance
Maxwell London (Max) is a Marketing major from Helen, Ga. Max is deeply involved with the Professional Sales emphasis team and is a part of Dawgs for Diabetes, BCM and UGA Miracle. After graduation, Max plans to move and work in Atlanta.
Marketing Academic Excellence Award
Carolyne Eith is from Atlanta and is a Marketing major. Carolyne was the co-director
of AdPR Connection, a networking and career fair event for UGA advertising/public
relations majors. Carolyne is moving to New York City after graduation to pursue a
career in marketing.
Marketing Leadership Award
Catherine-Anne Organ is a Marketing major and International Business co-major from
Cumming, Ga. Catherine-Anne credits the American Marketing Association as her most impactful experience,
giving her the opportunity to network with industry professionals. Upon graduation, Catherine-Anne will be the district manager for Lexus in Alpharetta, Ga.
Outstanding Marketing Student Award
Marion Cassim is from Lawrenceville, Ga., and is working to obtain her degree in Marketing, Music and is a co-major in International Business. Marion is involved with the International Business Office for study abroad and scholarship awareness. Upon graduation, Marion will attend graduate school.
Real Estate Academic Excellence Award
Caroline Ford is a Real Estate major from Sandy Springs, Ga. Caroline is passionate about real estate and has enjoyed her involvement with the Terry Real Estate Society. Following graduation, Caroline will work as an acquisitions analyst at Jamestown LP in Atlanta.
Real Estate Leadership Award
Hannah Martin is a Finance and Real Estate major from Gainesville, Ga. Hannah is the president of the Real Estate Society and is also a member of the NAIOP School Challenge team. After graduation, Hannah will work for Regions in Atlanta as a real estate capital markets analyst.
Real Estate Faculty Choice Award
Julianna Lashley is from Peachtree City, Ga. She is a Real Estate and Finance major. Julianna participated as part of the UGA team for the NAIOP School Challenge. After graduation, Julianna will pursue a career in real estate and finance.
Leverett Excellence Award
Anna Baker is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Suwanee, Ga. Anna successfully navigated a global environment while she participated in a semester abroad at the University of Oxford. Upon graduating, Anna plans to work for Marsh in Atlanta as a TRAC associate.
Leverett Excellence Award
Emily Bauer is pursuing degrees in Risk Management and Insurance and Finance. She is from Snellville, Ga. Emily considers her involvement as a tutor and mentor for elementary students in Clarke County as one of her most treasured commitments. Upon graduation, Emily will join Willis Towers Watson as an analyst in its graduate development program.
Leverett Excellence Award
Alexis Isom is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Warner Robins, Ga. Alexis is a Terry Ambassador and is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion at UGA. Upon graduation, Alexis will join Aon in Atlanta as a launch colleague.
Leverett Excellence Award
Lauren Baltz hails from Powder Springs, Ga. She is a Risk Management and Insurance major. Lauren was the coordinator for the 2020 Risk & Insurance Career Day. After graduation, Lauren will work for Aon in Atlanta as an associate property broker.
Leverett Excellence Award
Paria Esmaeelzadeh is from Buford, Ga. She is a Risk Management and Insurance major.
Paria is one of 10 students selected for the Terry London Market Study Trip program.
After graduation, Paria will join Willis Towers Watson in Atlanta working in corporate
risk and brokering.
Leverett Excellence Award
Kirsten Nichols is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Dacula, Ga. Kirsten served Gamma Iota Sigma Fraternity on the Executive Board while working as a student assistant in the RMIN Department. She will graduate Summa Cum Laude and join Liberty Mutual after graduation.
Actuarial Science Academic Excellence Award
Ryan Butterfield is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Powder Springs, Ga. He has focused on personal goals and participated in several CrossFit competitions. After graduation, Ryan plans to join Navigant Consulting employed as an actuary.
Actuarial Science Faculty Choice Award
Katelyn Maner (Kate) is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Savannah, Ga. Kate is involved with Terry actuarial students as a mentor and finds this work to be extremely fulfilling. Upon graduation, Kate will join an actuarial consulting firm in Atlanta.
Entrepreneurship Achievement Award
Spencer Sutlive is a Financial Planning major from Peachtree Corners, Ga. Spencer’s greatest accomplishment is receiving an invitation to present his business (Rugged Road Outdoors) at the Great Brands Show in New York. Upon graduation, Spencer plans to focus on his business full time.
Student StartUp Award
Baylee Marsh is a Religion major from Macon, Ga. Baylee is focused on her academic goals and has been involved with the Entrepreneurship Program as well as the Idea Accelerator Program.
Entrepreneurship Leadership Award
Meriah Grove is part of the Entrepreneurship Program majoring in Advertising. She is from Roswell, Ga. Meriah is a business owner and involved with the Society of Entrepreneurs at UGA. After graduation, Meriah plans to work in the area of digital marketing.
Live the Coin
Samira Parsa is a Risk Management and Insurance major from Powder Springs, Ga. Samira is the president of the Persian Student Union and deeply involved with the Student Government Association. Upon graduation, Samira will join KPMG as a management consultant.
Live the Coin
Adam Prusiecki is an Accounting major from Jacksonville, Fla. Adam is a Leonard Leadership Scholar and enjoyed most participating in his year-long service project to benefit Hart County. After graduation, Adam will remain at UGA to complete a Master of Accountancy.
Legal Studies Academic Excellence Award
Shelby Boykin is a Finance and Real Estate major from Atlanta. Shelby was involved
with several mentorship programs that led to the growth of individuals and the community.
Upon graduation, Shelby plans to work for EY in its transaction advisory services
practice.
Legal Studies Faculty Choice Award
Natalie Strandquist is a Finance major and International Business co-major from Cumming, Ga. One of her greatest accomplishments is the organization and creation of The Magellan Program. She is an active member of Terry’s Women in Finance. After graduation, Natalie will join Citi as a corporate banking analyst.
Legal Studies Academic Excellence Award
Excellence in Music Business Award
Joseph Hohenstein is part of the Music Business Program and is an Entertainment and Media Studies major from Savannah, Ga. Through the Music Business Program, Joseph has gained experience and an internship with New West Records. After graduation, Joseph will move to Nashville to pursue a career in the music industry.
Excellence in Music Business Award
Taylor Tucker is a Marketing major from Suwanee, Ga. Taylor is graduating magna cum laude and has been working with both Universal Music Group and William Morris Endeavor. After graduation, Taylor plans to join a top entertainment company.
Excellence in Music Business Award
John Morris is an Economics major from Suwanee, Ga. He has focused on relationship development skills and appreciates the mentorship lessons learned from professors. Upon graduating, John plans to seek employment within the non-profit sector.
Honor Graduate
Samuel Burgh (Sam) is pursuing Mechanical Engineering and a MBA. He hails from Johns Creek, Ga. Sam considers one of his greatest accomplishments at UGA to be his participation in the study abroad program and experience in Cape Town, South Africa.
Honor Graduate
Minh Nguyen (Eric) hails from Vietnam and is a graduate student pursuing a MBA. Eric has engaged in multiple consulting projects and worked with companies in Atlanta and South Africa and nonprofit organizations in Athens to improve their operations, marketing, and/or strategy. Upon graduation, Eric will join NCR Corporation as a senior financial analyst.
Honor Graduate
Brenna Tudor is from Fair Haven, N.J., and is pursuing her Master of Business Administration. She was the class representative for Graduate Business Associates and represented UGA in the SEC Case Competition. After graduation, Brenna will join SC Johnson in Chicago as an associate brand manager.
Honor Graduate
James Grabowski (Rob) is from Birmingham, Ala., and is working to obtaining his MBA. Rob’s team won the UConn MBA Sustainability Case Competition to provide a solution to Cigna, the event’s sponsor. In June, Rob will join Home Depot’s Assurance Management Program as a senior analyst.
Honor Graduate
Marjorie Rheney (Maggie) is from Jackson, Tenn., and is a FTMBA- Marketing major. Maggie is president of the Graduate Women’s Business Association. Upon graduating, Maggie will join FedEx as a marketing specialist in E-commerce Alliances.
Honor Graduate
Alisa Zezetko hails from Atlanta and is pursuing her MBA. Alicia’s proudest accomplishments are her leadership roles in the case competition and competition group projects. Upon graduating, Alisa will complete her last year of medical school.
Aedan Radvanyi hails from London, England, and is pursuing a Master in Business Analytics. Aedan has maintained an impressive GPA while involved in intramural sports and his Capstone group. In June, Aedan will join Ad Victoriam as a salesforce analyst.
Nathaniel Kelley (Nate) is a Business Analytics major from Highland Park, Ill. He has focused on personal growth and discipline during his time at UGA.
This honor is presented to students who have maintained a perfect 4.0 cummulative grade point average throughout their undergraduate studies.
First Honor Graduate
Malan Anderson is a Management Information Systems major from Buford, Ga. She is the vice president of the Society for Cyber Security and a student representative of the MIS Advisory Board. After graduation, Malan will join AT&T as a network engineer and technical business manager.
First Honor Graduate
Harrison Bocook is a Finance major from Richmond Hill, Ga. Harrison has maintained an impressive GPA while he has focused on professional development in the workplace. After graduation, Harrison will pursue his MBA.
First Honor Graduate
Max Stander is a Finance and Economics major from Atlanta. One of his greatest accomplishments is gaining leadership skills with the Corsair Society as head of banking. Upon graduating, Max will be employed as an investment banking analyst at UBS in New York City.
First Honor Graduate
Jonathan Stang is a Finance and Marketing major from Cumming, Ga. Jonathan was highly
involved with Relay for Life while maintaining a perfect GPA. After graduation, Jonathan
will move to Charlotte, N.C., to join Belk as a business analyst.
First Honor Graduate
John Zapata Mantilla is an Accounting major from Calhoun, Ga. He is a graduate assistant and was a head volunteer at Books for Keeps. After graduation, John will pursue his MAcc at UGA.
First Honor Graduate
Sean Balliew is a Finance major from Hampton, Ga. During his time at UGA, Sean has focused on his academic goals.
First Honor Graduate
Maggie Carr is an Accounting major from Duluth, Ga. Maggie is a Young Life leader and helped to coach the girls’ basketball team at Cedar Shoals High School. After graduation, Maggie will attend UGA Law.
First Honor Graduate
Kometh Thawanyarat (Tony) is an Economics and Biology major hailing from Peachtree
Corners, Ga. Tony has served as vice president of the Terry Economics Society and
director of mentorship for the Terry Student Researchers. After graduating, Tony will
attend the Medical College of Georgia.
First Honor Graduate
Warren Walker hails from Juliette, Ga., and is a double major in Risk Management and Insurance and Mathematics. Warren is a member of the Redcoat Band and treasurer of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. After graduation, Warren will work as an advisory associate in the risk analytics department of KPMG in Atlanta.
This special award is presented to students who best demonstrate the skills and commitment required to succeed in college, business, and life.
Emily Bauer is pursuing degrees in Risk Management and Insurance and Finance. She is from Snellville, Ga. Emily considers her involvement as a tutor and mentor for elementary students in Clarke County as one of her most treasured commitments. Upon graduation, Emily will join Willis Towers Watson as an analyst in its graduate development program.
Akhil Hazari is from Johns Creek, Ga., and is pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems and Real Estate. After graduation, Akhil will join Deloitte Consulting as a business technology analyst.
Logan Vanderbilt is a Finance and Management Information Systems major from Alpharetta, Ga. Logan was a mentor to fellow Terry students and involved in the Corsair Society and Apollo Society. After graduation, Logan will join EY-Parthenon as an associate.
Jasmine Chen is a Finance major hailing from Duluth, Ga. Jasmine has been involved in the development of Women in Finance structurally and culturally. After graduation, Jasmine will move to New York City to join Citi as an investment banking analyst.
Kometh Thawanyarat (Tony) is an Economics and Biology major hailing from Peachtree Corners, Ga. Tony has served as vice president of the Terry Economics Society and director of mentorship for the Terry Student Researchers. After graduating, Tony will attend the Medical College of Georgia.