Award Recipients

Reflecting on years of excellence, we recall the investments of many in support of full participation by people with disabilities. MSU is exceptional and its success can be attributed to the outstanding leadership, dedication and expertise of faculty, staff, employees, students, alumni and volunteers. Many of these individuals are recognized at the annual awards and appreciation reception and receive an award or scholarship for their accomplishments. In addition to those who have received recognition for their efforts, we would like to thank individuals who have served as role models and supported RCPD over the years.

Student award and scholarship recipients are not included on this page in order to guard the confidentiality of these individuals. However, it is important to note that these students have also made significant contributions to MSU and have made remarkable achievements maximizing ability and opportunity as students with disabilities.

Students and the community at large are encouraged to help us recognize and celebrate outstanding achievement through nominations for any of our faculty/staff, student and alumni awards.

Dorothy Millbrook Staff Award

In recognition of an MSU Employee whose dedication toward the advancement of handicappers exemplifies the spirit of Dorothy Millbrook

Valerie Nilson - 1987
Mary Hatch -1988
Sally Szalach - 1989
Awarded Posthumously May 30, 1990 to Catherine Taylor
Shirley Brodrick - 1991
Larry Barnum - 1992
Awarded Posthumously May 12, 1986 to Dorothy Millbrook
Renee Firestone - 1993
Laurie Bush - 1994
Mr. & Mrs. Henrik Christiansen - 1995
Dixie Platt - 1996
Dee Dee Johnson - 1997
Denise Forro - 1998
Dr. Virginia Johnson - 1998
Linda Trevarthen - 1999
Paulette Granberry-Russell - 2000
James Renuk - 2001
Cindy Chalou - 2002
Roger Cargill - 2003
Brenda Nelson - 2004
Dr. Charles Ballard - 2005
Dr. David Boechler - 2006
Wendy Buckwalter - 2007
Patricia Newcombe - 2007
Anna Harms - 2008

James B. Hamilton

In memory of James B. Hamilton-the highest tribute for an outstanding MSU faculty/administrative leader in developing an environment of opportunity and excellence

Dr. John DiBiaggio - 1992
Dr. Gordon Guyer - 1993
Dr. Lou Anna K. Simon - 1994
Dr. Lee June - 1995
Dr. Joy Curtis - 1996
Dr. Patricia Enos - 1997
Dr. Jack Shingleton - 1998
Dr. Barbara C. Steidle - 1999
Dr. Maurice Crane - 2000
Dr. Paul Hunt - 2001
Dr. John Eulenberg - 2003
Dr. Charles H. Webb - 2008

Judy K. Gentile Award

In memory of Judy K. Gentile, OPHS Founder and Director, 1972-1993, a pioneer in the advancement of students with disabilities. In recognition of outstanding leadership in developing a spirit of ability to succeed and promoting programmatic accessibility.

Mary Tregoning - 1998
Florence Harris - 2000
Tower Guard - 2001
David Holstius - 2002
Dr. Bernard Finifter - 2003
Aaron Scheidies - 2004
Tony Filippis, Sr. - 2005
Dennis Hansen - 2006
Marybeth Decker-Trunk - 2007

Margaret A. Chmielewski Volunteer Award

In memory of Margaret A. Chmielewski, OPHS Director, 1994-1999, in recognition of volunteers who generously give their time and effort for the benefit of people with disabilities

Sean Taylor - 1992
Laurel LeClair - 1993
Sean Keating - 1994
Sally Kutzli - 1995
Dr. David Boechler - 1996
Kris Reader - 1997
Dr. Frank Beeman - 1999
Dale Grover - 2000
Mike Lagrange - 2000
Paul Rummel - 2000
Matthew Goebel - 2001
Brian Bieber - 2002
Gerald Such - 2004
Dr. James Bristor - 2005
Cory S. Phare - 2006

Outstanding Alumnus Award

In recognition of a Michigan State University graduate who is successful in his/her field and continues to display outstanding leadership in representing the abilities of those in the disability community. This individual is a model of success for others with or without disabilities and demonstrates that disabilities need not limit achievement.

Richard C. Smith - 1992
Nan Elizabeth Smith - 1992
Scott B. Durren II - 1993
Duncan Wyeth - 1994
Gerald Such - 1995
Dr. Robyn K. Limberg-Child - 1996
Dr. Len Sawisch - 1997
Deb Wiese - 1998
Darrin Fowler J.D. - 1999
David Sanderson - 2000
Roger Yake - 2001
Nicholas Catanzarite - 2002
Charmane Corcoran - 2003
James Francis-Bohr - 2004
Rebecca (Browne) Camargo, J.D. - 2005
Jim Renuk - 2006
Harold & Phyllis Wochholz - 2007
Brian Black - 2008

Outstanding Faculty & Staff Award

In recognition of MSU Faculty/Staff who facilitate an environment of excellence by enhancing opportunities for success

Dr. Barbara Abbott - 1993
Dr. James Bristor - 1993
Mary Beth Heeder - 1993
Dr. Joseph Snow - 1993
Dr. Joseph Chartkoff - 1994
Dr. Linda D. Gerard - 1994
Dr. Hans Lee - 1995
Dr. Robert Nason - 1995
Dr. J. Bruce Burke - 1996
Dr. Joseph Marshall - 1996
Dr. Roger Smeltekop - 1996
Dr. William Cote - 1997
Richard Hensh - 1997
Dr. Patricia Julius - 1997
Dr. Marilyn Amey - 1998
Helen Erlandson - 1998
Gary Reid - 1998
Dr. Lionel Rosen - 1999
Women's Hockey Club and Team Coach - 1999
Dr. Gail Dummer - 2000
Dr. Jeanne Foley - 2000
Dolly Mennare - 2000
Dr. Evelyn Oka - 2000
Julie Cioni - 2001
Dr. Ruth Hamilton - 2001
Dr. Charles Ballard - 2002
Dr. Kazuya Fujita - 2002
Dr. Steven Gold - 2003
Rajesh Lal - 2003
Marilyn Mook - 2003
Jeanne Drewes - 2004
Dr. Linda Hunt - 2004
Rachel Miller - 2004
Dr. Scott Yoder - 2004
Dr. Erik Goodman - 2005
Matthew Gerhardt - 2006
Dr. Janet Lillie - 2006
Carrie La Ferle - 2007
Susan Strouse - 2007
Dr. Diana Bello-DeOcampo - 2008
Dr. Denise Troutman - 2008
Dr. Heather Howard - 2008
Dr. Fred Barton - 2008
Dr. John McCracken - 2008

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