Celebrating the 2026 School of Public Administration Students

Over $18,000 in scholarships awarded recognizing achievement, dedication, and future leadership in public service

Friday, April 17, 2026

On April 17, 2026, the School of Public Administration hosted a special event to honor its students for the academic year. Based on award criteria and academic merit, the scholarship committee recognized outstanding individuals who demonstrated both excellence and commitment to public service. The committee included Dr. Robin Larson, Dr. Gao Liu, Dr. Peter Cruise, and Dr. Qiaozhen Liu.

Congratulations to the following students for receiving these exceptional awards!

School of Public Administration Award Recipients Jane Thompson Award — Daniela Rivera

2026 Outstanding Graduate Student Teacher of the Year — Beril Han Celik

 

2026 Outstanding Graduate Student Researcher of the Year — Michael Turtz

Sarah Shannon Scholarship Recipient

 Lara Pinheir

 

 
LeRoy Collins Public Ethics Academy Scholarship 2026 Winners:

• Halema Alsheban
• Alejandro Barahona
• Michael Botwe
• Jennifer Cudjoe
• Coley Ellison
• Julia Fritz
• Patt Gavin
• Beril Han Celik
• Pedro Macedo de Lima Quinto
• Emmanuel Odoom
• Alexandru Pasarariu