Florida State University welcomed 113 new inductees, including 13 students in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, into its prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this spring during a ceremony on Tuesday, April 25.
Established in 2010, the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society facilitates student involvement and recognizes undergraduate students who excel within and beyond the classroom in at least three of five areas: international experience, internship, leadership, research and service.
To become an inductee of the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society, students must meet the engagement criteria and submit a synthesis reflection project in their final semester before graduation. Participants are recognized during graduation and receive a designation on their official university transcript, both of which make the students more marketable to potential employers or graduate programs.
The 13 COSSPP inductees, with academic major(s), and hometowns are:
- Tristen King, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
Crystal River, FL - Jared Heady, Political Science
DeFuniak Springs, FL - Melissa Pearson, International Affairs
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Laura Escher, International Affairs
Land O Lakes, FL - Megan Artega, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
Naples, FL - Hannah Shortino, Political Science
Randolph, FL - Kimberly Greenwood, History/International Affairs
Tallahassee, FL - Maya Topiwala, International Affairs
Atlanta, GA - Rawan Abhari, Economics
Arnold, MO - Danielle Basdekis, Political Science
Oneonta, NY - Kara Dudley, International Affairs
Hayesville, NC - Kennedy Cross, International Affairs
Houston, Puerto TX - Angilmarie Rivera Sanchez, Political Science
Bayamon, Puerto Rico