Lake Champlain Research Institute at SUNY Plattsburgh - Awards

Lake Champlain Research Institute Awards

Undergraduate Research Awards

The Lake Champlain Research Institute research award is given for completion of an outstanding independent study research project by a student working with an LCRI affiliate. The recipients have excelled in their research endeavors while maintaining a strong student academic standing. These students represent the best among the many students who interact with LCRI and seek a research experience as part of their education.

2011 Outstanding presentation Award

• AJ Reyes Major: Biology

2011 Outstanding Research Award

• Alex Scharf, Major: Environmental Studies

2010 Outstanding presentation Award

• Amanda Groves Major: Biology

2010 Outstanding Research Award

• Alison Waring, Major: Environmental Science

2009 Outstanding presentation Award

• Steve Langdon, Major: Ecology
• Joel Brandt, Major: Geology

2009 Outstanding Research Award

• Casey Binggeli, Major: Ecology

2008 Outstanding presentation Award

• Jennifer Rushford, Major: Biology/Ecology

2008 Outstanding Research Award

• Steve Landgon, Major: Ecology

2007 Outstanding presentation Award

• Sean Thomas, Major: Ecology

2007 Outstanding Research Award

• Carriane Pershyn, Major: Ecology

2006 Outstanding presentation Award

• Carriane Pershyn, Major: Ecology
• Meghan Greene, Major: Ecology

2006 Outstanding Research Award

• Victoria Bombard, Major: Environmental Science
• Erica Ragusa, Major: Ecology

2005 Outstanding Research Award

• Ron Tucker, Major: Environmental Science

2005 Outstanding presentation Award

• Heather Bradley, Major: Environmental Science
• Eric Evans, Major: Biology/Environmental Science

2004 Outstanding presentation Award

• Joe Thouin, Major: Environmental Science

2004 Outstanding Research Award

• Chris Tran, Major: Environmental Science
• Michael Dieterich, Major: Environmental Science

2003 Outstanding Research Award

• Jacklyn Ammaturo, Major: Environmental Science
• Erica Morin, Major: History

2002 Outstanding Research Award

• Matthew Valentine, Major: Environmental Science
• Sharon Clarke, Major: Biology

2001 Outstanding Research Award

• Chris Ellison, Major: Geology
• Jen Edmonds, Major: Environmental Science

LCRI Award of Excellence

The LCRI award of excellence is presented for significant "career" achievements by an individual scientist, with emphasis on mentoring student research.

2012 Dr. Kenneth Adams, Professor of Environmental Science

SUNY Plattsburgh's Dr. Adams is a distinguished reaching professor in the Center for Earth and Environmental Science. Dr Adams has taught a number of courses, including the popular Field Ecology course in the AESP program. His most impressive contribution, and the reason for this award, is mentoring student research. Dr. Adams has mentored over 100 undergraduate and graduate students as research advisor, many of which are still in the same field of study for their careers today. The responses from his former students about Dr. Adams receiving this award included statements about his never-ending passion, helpfulness, and impact on their career path.

1999 Dr. Gerhard "Gerry" K. Gruendling, Professor of Environmental Science

SUNY Plattsburgh's Dr. Gruendling has distinguished himself as a consummate educator and scientist working in the field of wetland ecology and limnology. Gerry has conducted scientific research on Lake Champlain and Adirondack wetland ecology for the past 30+ years. Numerous awards, including the inaugural LCRI award of excellence, have recognized his career achievements. Gerry has set a high standard for those who might aspire to receive this award in the future.

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Dr. Timothy Mihuc, LCRI director 
Office: 207 Beaumont Hall
Phone: (518) 564-3039
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Email: mihuctb@plattsburgh.edu

SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY 12901