Spartanburg Methodist College

This award is given to the member of the POPS Programming Board who exemplifies leadership, commitment and service to the organization and who understands and works to promote the value of programming for the campus at large. The award is named after Jessica Williams and Tavy Garcia, two of the original officers of the POPS Programming Board who were instrumental in its early success and legacy.

The Travis Eiler General Excellence Award is given to a graduating sophomore on the basis of citizenship, character, scholarship and athletic ability.

This award is given annually to the student who makes the greatest contribution to the Trailblazer, SMC's student newspaper.

This award is given annually in honor of the first president of KSA, Rev. Thomas (Tommy) R. Bailey, to the member of Kappa Sigma Alpha who has exhibited outstanding service to humanity through their hours of community service through their dedication and accomplishment of the projects sponsored by KSA. The advisors select this student through careful reviewing of records of participation, hours of service and overall spirit as exhibited in the organization.

Given annually to a student who has shown excellence in Spanish by recommendation of the Spanish professor(s). The winner will have taken at least two Spanish courses, earning an A in each one. The student should have taken the highest level of Spanish being offered.

Given in memory of Samuel Haywood Poston of Spartanburg, SC, a 1951 graduate of Spartanburg Junior College, former chair and faithful member of the Alumni Council, this award is presented annually to a male student judged to be representative of the Christian qualities of compassion, forgiveness, justice, loving care of others and service to the community.

This award is given annually for academic achievement in psychology courses at SMC. Winners must have finished Psychology 101 (General Psychology) and Psychology 201 (Developmental Psychology) with a final course grade of A in both and display academic discipline, integrity and leadership.

This award is given annually to a member or officer of Psi Beta who displays sound leadership, maturity and responsibility, as well as commitment and dedication to the organization.

Given in memory of the late Senator Olin D. Johnston to the student regarded as having rendered the greatest contribution to SMC. The recipient was presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, held April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

The Outstanding Drama Student Award is given to the student who has contributed the most to the drama program for four continuous semesters. Classes taken, grades made in these classes, outside of class participation and leadership in dramatic activities on and off campus, and attitude are all considered. The recipient was presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, held April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

The Outstanding Pioneer Award is presented to a male and a female athlete for exhibiting excellence in academics, leadership, honesty, citizenship, responsibility and dedication.

The History Award is named in honor of Dr. Paul S. Lofton, Jr., longtime history professor at SMC. The award recognizes a student or students who have excellent performance in history classes at SMC. The recipient was presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, held April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given annually for academic achievement in physics courses at SMC. Winners must have completed at least two semesters of physics classes or be currently enrolled in their second physics course. Winners are chosen from those with the highest grades in their physics coursework. Consideration is given to the following: acting as a tutor for the physics courses and providing in-class leadership.

The Pioneer Peer of the Year award is given to a Pioneer Peer(s) who exemplifies strong qualities of leadership, character and outstanding commitment to the Pioneer Peer program and to Spartanburg Methodist College as a whole. The recipient will have gone above and beyond the call of duty.

The Outstanding Freshman Award is presented to a Freshman student with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher who holds a positive image among other students, faculty and staff. He or she must have participated in the extracurricular life of the College in a manner that reflects leadership potential. Additional consideration for the award will be given to the student who has participated in community service at a level beyond expectations, has served as a role model for other students and who represents the College in a positive light.

Given in memory of Ella Jordan Lynn of Jefferson, SC, this award is presented annually to a female student judged to be representative of Christian qualities of compassionate care, loving devotion and unselfish service to others. The recipient is presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given annually to one or more students who display qualities of excellence in mathematical skills and are judged the most outstanding in mathematics. The recipient is presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given to students who have completed a chemistry sequence or are in the second semester of a chemistry sequence. The student must also have completed or are in the second semester of either two semesters of biology or two semesters of physics. Two scholarships are available. One is a freshman scholarship that is given to a freshman as a rising sophomore who plans to stay at Spartanburg Methodist College. The second is a sophomore scholarship to be given to a sophomor for the college/university to which tthey intend to transfer.

The Chemistry Award is given annually. Winners must have completed at least two semesters of chemistry classes or be currently enrolled in their second chemistry course. Winners are chosen from those with the highest grades in their chemistry coursework. Consideration is given to the following additional information: acting as a tutor for the chemistry courses and demonstrating positive attitude towards the sciences in general and the class in particular. The recipient is presented with the award at the annual Awards Ceremony, which was held on April 11 in Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given annually. Winners must be graduating from the Criminal Justice program with the Associate in Criminal Justice degree and hold the highest grades among their peers in their criminal justice coursework. Additional consideration may also be given to the following information: work or volunteer experience in the criminal justice field while also pursuing the degree; outstanding performance in Sociology coursework; providing in-class leadership in criminal justice and/or Sociology courses; and demonstrating outstanding commitment and/or service to the SMC community. The recipient is given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given annually by SMC on the recommendation of the business faculty to one or more outstanding students in business. The recipient must meet the following criteria: - Must have taken at least three of the following business courses; BSAD 201: Principles of Macroeconomics, BSAD 202: Principles of Microeconomics, BSAD 205: Accounting I, and BSAD 206: Accounting II - Must have received the highest GPA in three of the courses listed above - Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above - Must be participating in extra curriculum activities like sports or student affairs - Must be in good conduct The recipient is given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

This award is given annually for academic achievement in biology courses at SMC. Winners must have completed at least two semesters of biology classes or be currently enrolled in their second biology course. Winners are chosen from those with the highest grades in their biology coursework. Consideration is given to the following additional information: taking biology courses from more than one biology professor, acting as a tutor for the biology courses, taking the Zoology or Botany course and providing in-class leadership. The recipient is given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

Dr. Mary Jane Farmer, professor of psychology, is pleased to acknowledge the 2019 participants in Viva Academia. Students presented research projects they've been working on throughout the year. There was a wide range of topics covered from probability theory to art therapy.

The Achievement in Athletics Award is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of athletics. The recipients are given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

The A.J.R. Helmus Poetry Awards are given annually to three students who produce the best poetry during the year. Award winners are selected by a small committee of faculty members who rate the pieces selected for inclusion in the magazine. Winners receive a cash prize.

The Achievement Award in Academics is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of academics. The recipients are given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

These awards are given to the student(s) who produce the best short fiction (or creative non-fiction) for the literary magazine each year. The literary magazine advisor selects a small committee of faculty members to rate the pieces that are selected for inclusion in the Blue Granite Review literary magazine. The recipient is given the award at the Awards Ceremony, which was held April 11 at Gibbs Auditorium.

Professor Kent Newberry, SMC Executive Director of Theater, is pleased to acknowledge the cast member of "The Mousetrap." Written by Agatha Christie, a novelist and playwright, "The Mousetrap" is a suspenseful murder mystery that keeps the audience guessing.

On March 20, 2019, Spartanburg Methodist College Director of Residence Life and Student Conduct, Ms. Trina Gilliam M.Ed., announced the resident assistant for the 2019-2020 academic year. Students are selected for their leadership skills and their reputation for being responsible.

On March 21, 2019, 15 Spartanburg Methodist College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, a national scholastic honor society. Members of Phi Theta Kappa must have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher with a minimum of 16 academic hours. They must also be of good moral character and possess recognized good qualities of citizenship.