Florida State University welcomed 26 new inductees into its prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this fall during a virtual induction ceremony Thursday. Six students within the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy were among the new inductees honored.
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.
“FSU is one of the most student-centered campuses in the country, and the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society has truly advanced that mission,” said Vice President for Student Affairs Amy Hecht. “We hope that beyond graduation you will have fond memories of Florida State University and all that you’ve learned while immersed in your unique Garnet & Gold Scholar Society experiences.”
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, making the students more marketable to potential employers or graduate programs.
The six COSSPP inductees, along with their state/country, hometown, and academic major(s), are:
FLORIDA
Jacksonville, Florida
Henna Awad, International Affairs
Casey Peterson, International Affairs
Longwood, Florida
Fabian Isaiah Valentin, International Affairs
Miami, Florida
Manuela Espinosa, Editing, Writing, and Media and Political Science
Ormond Beach, Florida
Ryan Welch, Political Science
Tampa, Florida
Alexa Scalchunes, International Affairs
Congratulations to our 6 COSSPP students and to all 26 new Garnet & Gold Scholar Society members!