Karen Dawson of Voorheesville Receives Award From Clarkson University

2013 May 23

Karen Dawson of Voorheesville, N.Y., a senior at Clarkson University majoring in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, and political science , received the following award(s) at the University Recognition Day ceremony during the spring semester:

The Kristin Bandy Craig Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was created by her brother, Thomas R. Bandy, to recognize and support upper class members of the Honors Program who will go into education or some form of public service after leaving Clarkson. It is hoped that this fund will assist students whose careers will be devoted to helping others to learn, heal or prosper.

The Phalanx Commendable Service Award for Juniors: A limited number of Commendable Service Awards are presented annually to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students, faculty, staff and administration members who have demonstrated quality in service to their area/organization. The award candidate should be a well-rounded individual who excels in all aspects of college life and is especially dedicated to serving his or her organization.

Clarkson University launches leaders into the global economy. One in five alumni already leads as a CEO, VP or equivalent senior executive of a company. Located just outside the Adirondack Park in Potsdam, N.Y., Clarkson is a nationally recognized research university for undergraduates with select graduate programs in signature areas of academic excellence directed toward the world's pressing issues. Through 50 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, arts, sciences and health sciences, the entire learning-living community spans boundaries across disciplines, nations and cultures to build powers of observation, challenge the status quo, and connect discovery and engineering innovation with enterprise.