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Member Mentions - May 2025

Hope Lemoine
May 26, 2025

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi's international community is a unique blend of students, academicians, and corporate and civic leaders from all fields of endeavor. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi recognizes and rewards academic success. That recognition doesn’t end after initiation. From their time in school to their professional career, Society members’ hard work continues to pay off and be acknowledged.

Phi Kappa Phi would like to congratulate these members on their recent achievements:

Taylor Dickerson (University of Maryland, College Park) awarded the Anne Bartsch Dunne Language House Scholarship. Recipients are selected based on a demonstrated commitment to language immersion and cultural engagement.

Zoe Winston (United States Military Academy) was selected for the Knight Hennessy Scholarship. The program annually identifies a group of up to 100 high-achieving students from around the world with demonstrated leadership and civic commitment.

Kali Holierhoek (Georgia College and State University) is among the 12 valedictorians in the Georgia College and State University Class of 2025. Georgia College and State University valedictorians are students who complete their academic career with a perfect 4.0 grade point average.

Emily Mosier (Troy University) awarded fellowship by Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at Arizona State University. The organizations evaluate candidates based on their academic performance, investigative journalism experience, and the quality of their work produced during their time at the Howard Center.

Ella Burrows (Fort Hays State University) received the Fort Hays State University Torch Award. The Fort Hays State University Torch Award is the university's highest honor for graduating seniors, recognizing exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and service.

Paul Looney (University of West Florida) was honored by Marquis Who's Who for his extensive contributions to ecology and environmental science. The Marquis Who's Who honors are designed to recognize professionals across various fields for their notable achievements and contributions.

Ania Delaney Boutin (Murray State University) announced recipient of the Murray State University Outstanding Senior Recognition Award. Students recognized with this honor are known for their academic excellence and professionalism. 

Sharlene Smith (University of South Florida) named the Anne MacGregor Jenkins Endowed Chair in Pediatric Nursing. Smith’s extensive background encompasses clinical expertise, academic contributions, leadership roles, and a strong research focus.

John Giordano (Villanova University) nominated by President Donald J. Trump to be the next U.S. Ambassador to the southwest African Republic of Namibia. Giordano's nomination reflects his extensive legal and governmental experience, including roles as acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey and as a U.S. representative to the United Nations General Assembly.

Do you have an accomplishment you’d like to share? Email your member news to news@phikappaphi.org to be considered for inclusion.