Presidential Award Winners 2024

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  • Jennifer Ahrens, Ph.D.
    Ahrens, Ph.D.Jennifer
    Clinical Professor - Health and Human Performance

    Deeds of Valor - July 2024 Recipient 

    Dr. Jennifer Ahrens, a clinical associate professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance, leads a pioneering research project at Bonham Elementary in San Marcos, Texas, aimed at improving fine motor skills among preschoolers.

  • Amy Beck
    BeckAmy
    Director - University Advising Center

    Deeds of Valor - June 2024 Recipient

    For nearly 30 years, Amy Beck has been committed to putting student needs first. From supporting technological needs, implementing career development opportunities, and fostering collaboration with other departments, Amy's leadership helps make the Advising Center an invaluable resource for TXST students.

  • Dr. Jeremy W. Bohonos
    BohonosJeremy W.
    Assistant Professor - Department of Counseling, Leadership, Adult Education, and School Psychology
  • Daveda K. Brecheen
    Brecheen Daveda K.
    Assistant Professor - School of Music
  • Evy Gonzales
    GonzalesEvy
    Strategic Research Initiatives Director - Division of Research

    Deeds of Valor - March 2024 Recipient

    Evy has worked at TXST for over twenty years prioritizing grants for various research projects across the University. Her efforts to secure research funding has helped lay the foundation for Texas State's Run to R1. 

  • Dr. Cassandra M. Johnson
    JohnsonCassandra M.
    Assistant Professor - School of Family and Consumer Sciences
  • Rose Kocian
    KocianRose
    Media Resources Assistant - University Libraries

    Deeds of Valor - May 2024 Recipient 

    Rose is dedicated to her work and is devoted to creating a positive working environment for her student workers who adore working with her. Her work in library operations does not prevent her from seeing the big picture and how her contributions directly impact and support students, faculty, and staff at the university.

     

  • Dr. Stacey E. Kulesza
    KuleszaStacey E.
    Associate Professor - Ingram School of Engineering
  • Amanda R. E. McCorkle
    McCorkleAmanda R. E.
    Lecturer - Department of Theatre and Dance
  • Allison Menchaca
    MenchacaAllison
    Welcome Center Coordinator - Undergraduate Admissions

    Deeds of Valor - February 2024 Recipient

    From organizing prospective student visits and helping plan Bobcat Days, Allison gives her all at the Welcome Center and is always willing to go above and beyond her daily job duties. Her customer service and professionalism help create a family atmosphere and is greatly respected by the students, staff, and guests who interact with her.

  • Kendra Marsteller & Pawfficer Brady
    Pawfficer BradyKendra Marsteller &
    Mental Health Liaison Officer - University Police Department

    Deeds of Valor - January 2024 Recipients

    Kendra and Brady are part of the University Police Department. She is one of the friendliest officers on the force and truly embodies their motto of care, compassion and community. This team represented one of the only animal service care teams to participate in the aftermath of the Maui fires and were featured on a local news broadcast for their outstanding service while in Hawaii.  

  • Mark A. Paz II
    Paz IIMark A.
    Senior Lecturer - Department of Communication Studies
  • Dr. Charise N. Pimentel
    PimentelCharise N.
    Regents' Teacher and Professor - Department of Curriculum and Instruction
  • Dr. Maria D. Resendiz
    ResendizMaria D.
    Associate Professor - Department of Communication Disorders
  • Dr. Daniel J. Wescott
    WescottDaniel J.
    Professor - Department of Anthropology
  • Operation Identification (OpID) Team
    Operation Identification (OpID) Team
    Forensic Anthroplogy Center at TXST (FACTS)

    Deeds of Valor - April 2024 Recipients

    Led by Dr. Kate Spradley, Operation Identification (OpID) was founded as a humanitarian initiative to assist border counties with locating, recovering, and identifying remains through forensic science, community outreach, and collaboration with governmental and non-governmental organizations. Team members include:

    • Kate Spradley, PhD 
    • Courtney Siegert
    • Chloe McDaneld
    • Victoria Soto
    • Ivanna Robledo
    • Molly Scott
    • Chris McMillan
    • Victoria Swenson
    • Molly Kaplan
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