USD announces recipients of diversity cultural leadership awards
The Dream Catcher Award, which is presented annually to an individual or individuals – through their deeds or actions – that represent best the principles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., including social justice, equality and the preservation of Dr. King’s “dream,” was awarded to Cori Bazemore, USD Admissions Counselor and Multicultural Recruiter. A member of the Seneca Nations of Indians, Bazemore is a graduate of the University of South Dakota. In her role at USD, Bazemore is a driving force on campus for bringing awareness to diversity issues and events. She was nominated by Scott Pohlson, Dean of Enrollment, who noted “there isn’t a day that goes by that (Bazemore) isn’t thinking of ways to increase USD’s diversity and move USD forward with campus-based diversity activities.”
A photo of Bazemore is available for download at www.usd.edu/press/news/images/releases/Cori_Bazemore.jpg.
The Vive la Difference Award recognizes a Career Services Employee who supports and fosters diversity on the USD campus. Ruth Hessman, senior secretary, Department of Chemistry of the College of Arts and Sciences, was cited for promoting diversity efforts on campus through her professionalism and timeliness in helping others. Nominated by Jan Koehn of Financial Services, Hessman was cited for “always willing to go the extra mile to meet the needs of the chemistry department and the university.”
A photograph of Hessman is available for download at www.usd.edu/press/news/images/releases/Ruth_Hessman.jpg.
The Rosa Louise Parks Award, given annually to a student who contributes to intercultural awareness, supports diverse activities and demonstrates positive interactions with others, was presented to Dakota Soucie of Fairfield, Neb. Described as “positive and always willing to help others,” Soucie is a member of the USD men’s swimming and diving team. His nomination for the award was based on the inspiration he brings as both an athlete and as a person.
A photo of Soucie is available for download at www.usd.edu/press/news/images/releases/Dakota_Soucie.jpg.
Award recipients are presented with a framed certificate and an acrylic trophy. Nominations were provided by members of the university community in recognizing outstanding leadership in diversity and cultural awareness.
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