The Student Government Association (SGA) brought warmth to campus as their “Night in the Tropics” themed Cardinal Awards recognized the hard work and achievements of the Fisher community.
During the evening, SGA President Brooke Chase spoke to the impact students, faculty, and staff have on the University.
“Thank you for working hard to make Fisher a community where everyone has something they enjoy. Fisher is a better place because of you,” she shared. “This evening is truly a celebration of everyone’s hard work. I hope each nominee walks out of this room understanding how impactful you truly are. Your work does not go unnoticed, we see you and we appreciate you.”
Proof of a successful year at Fisher was seen through the robust awards program; SGA received over 300 nominations across its 25 awards.
2026 Cardinal Award Recipients:
First Year of the Year: Connor Brown
Sophomore of the Year: Jade Stewart
Junior of the Year: Kiara Green
Senior of the Year: Christina Valicenti
Dining Employee of the Year: Phil Rodriguez
Dining Location of the Year: Pioch Café
Faculty Member of the Year: Dr. Alexis Munding, assistant professor, Wegmans School of Nursing
Staff Member of the Year: Bree Taddeo, Office of Safety and Security
Department of the Year: Student Engagement and Leadership
Club of the Year: Asian Student Union
Event of the Year: ASU Pho-vember
Event of the Year: RHA Late Night Breakfast
Club Advisor of the Year: Dr. Meg Flaherty, assistant dean of students and Title IX coordinator, SGA advisor
DIII Athlete of the Year: Reilly Morrow
Coach of the Year: Kelly Greapentrog, women’s volleyball coach and senior women administrator
Student Publication of the Year: Kadence Cohen
A.R.T. Award for Arts & Refined Talents: Dominique Lawrence
Dog of the Year: Teddy
Collaboration of the Year: Spirit of Identity Week, organized by the Asian Student Union, Black Student Union, Jewish Student Association, Latiné Student Union, Muslim Student Association, Sexuality and Gender Alliance, and Residence Hall Association
The Impact Award: Isaac Turenne
Dr. Rob Reuhl Memorial Civic & Community Engagement Award: Julia Stack
SJF Club Athlete of the Year: Dallas O'Keefe
Academic Achievement Award: Dominique Lawrence
Academic Achievement Award: Sofia Pantoja
Academic Achievement Award: Narcelin Pena
Students who have served in SGA for two, three, or four years were recognized during a pinning ceremony, and graduating seniors in SGA also received stoles.
Cardinal Awards Celebrate a Year in Paradise2026-04-09T16:11:00-04:00The Student Government Association (SGA) brought warmth to campus as their “Night in the Tropics” themed Cardinal Awards recognized the hard work and achievements of the Fisher community.During the evening, SGA President Brooke Chase spoke to the impact students, faculty, and staff have on the University.
“Thank you for working hard to make Fisher a community where everyone has something they enjoy. Fisher is a better place because of you,” she shared. “This evening is truly a celebration of everyone’s hard work. I hope each nominee walks out of this room understanding how impactful you truly are. Your work does not go unnoticed, we see you and we appreciate you.”
Proof of a successful year at Fisher was seen through the robust awards program; SGA received over 300 nominations across its 25 awards.
2026 Cardinal Award Recipients:
First Year of the Year: Connor Brown
Sophomore of the Year: Jade Stewart
Junior of the Year: Kiara Green
Senior of the Year: Christina Valicenti
Dining Employee of the Year: Phil Rodriguez
Dining Location of the Year: Pioch Café
Faculty Member of the Year: Dr. Alexis Munding, assistant professor, Wegmans School of Nursing
Staff Member of the Year: Bree Taddeo, Office of Safety and Security
Department of the Year: Student Engagement and Leadership
Club of the Year: Asian Student Union
Event of the Year: ASU Pho-vember
Event of the Year: RHA Late Night Breakfast
Club Advisor of the Year: Dr. Meg Flaherty, assistant dean of students and Title IX coordinator, SGA advisor
DIII Athlete of the Year: Reilly Morrow
Coach of the Year: Kelly Greapentrog, women’s volleyball coach and senior women administrator
Student Publication of the Year: Kadence Cohen
A.R.T. Award for Arts & Refined Talents: Dominique Lawrence
Dog of the Year: Teddy
Collaboration of the Year: Spirit of Identity Week, organized by the Asian Student Union, Black Student Union, Jewish Student Association, Latiné Student Union, Muslim Student Association, Sexuality and Gender Alliance, and Residence Hall Association
The Impact Award: Isaac Turenne
Dr. Rob Reuhl Memorial Civic & Community Engagement Award: Julia Stack
SJF Club Athlete of the Year: Dallas O'Keefe
Academic Achievement Award: Dominique Lawrence
Academic Achievement Award: Sofia Pantoja
Academic Achievement Award: Narcelin Pena
Students who have served in SGA for two, three, or four years were recognized during a pinning ceremony, and graduating seniors in SGA also received stoles.
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