OSL Awards
Student Leadership and Involvement Awards
The Student Leadership and Involvement Awards Ceremony, coordinated by the Office of Student Life, is intended to recognize the accomplishments of Student Organizations and student leaders at Bakersfield College. This event, which is the annual student leadership recognition awards ceremony at the College, is a chance for all registered Student Organizations and student leadership to present their achievements to the rest of the College community and be recognized for their accomplishments. It is an opportunity for them to show the wide variety of activities they are involved in and demonstrate their ingenuity and creative talent.
Student Awards
- President's Leader of the Year Award
- Service Award
- Renegade Spirit Award (2)
- Good Samaritan Award
- MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
- Champion for Diversity Award.
- Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
Faculty Awards
- Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year
- Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
Student Organization Awards
- Renegade Spirit Award
- The Event of the Year
- Student Organization of the Year
BCSGA Scholarships
- Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
- Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
- Jack Brigham Scholarship Est. 2018
- BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Scholarship Est. 2019
- BCSGA Single Parent Scholarship Est. 2019
- BCSGA LGBT Scholarship Est. 2020
- BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Est. 2020
- BCSGA Taylor-Rodriguez Student Leadership for Equity Scholarship Est. 2021
Previous Award Recipients
Nominees for 2022
*Names that are bolded and with an asterisk have been deemed the recipients for 2022.
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Maghen Saltzman, WISE Club
- Lili Chapman, Student Nursing Association
- Neil Stone, Rising Scholars
- Cloey Griffiths, Rodeo Club
- Austin Gray, NAfME*
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Su Lee*
- Kimberly Garcia
- Jose Lopez
- Juan Sanchez*
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Shehrazad Barraj*
- Abigail Harris*
Good Samaritan Award
The Good Samaritan Award is given to a student who has gone above and beyond the call of duty for the public safety and community welfare for the campus at large. A student who has shown their assistance with the apprehension of a criminal act and assisted with a critical incident that reflects a positive outcome for the safety of the campus. The recipient of this award receives a Bakersfield College class ring.
- To be Determined
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student-athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Aly Dees
- Talia Nielsen
- Rain Gomez*
- Andrew Townson*
- Brock Mather
- Jonathan Hunter
- Drake Henson
- Julie Johnson
Champion for Diversity
The Recipient is a student that continually strives to increase the awareness of social issues and inclusivity within their organization and campus community.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Juana Garcia*
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Doris Ortis, President's Office*
- Kaylee Esparza, Admissions & Records
- Javier Gutierrez, Student Life
- Kevin Le, STEM & Tutoring Center
- Ahlam Alamamy, MESA & Computer Commons*
- Katheline Fierro, CTE
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Melissa Berube, Associate Professor of Biology*
- Tatevik Broutian, Professor of Biology
- Jonathan Brown, Associate Professor of Mathematics
- Gregory Cluff, Professor of Agriculture
- Christine Cruz-Boone, Professor of Communication
- Ximena Da Silva Tavares, Professor of Chemistry
- Kurt Klopstein, Professor of Mathematics
- Claire Lahorgue, Associate Professor of Mathematics
- Tom Moran, Professor of American Sign Language
- Jim Selgrath, Professor of Agricultural Business
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- Consent Project
- Latinos Unidos Por Educacion (LUPE)
- Rodeo Team at BC
- InterVarsity
The Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments are acceptable).
- UMOJA Community Club: “Black History, The Missing Pages of World History”
- Consent Project: “Consent Fair”
- A2MEND: “Battle of the Field”
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase its impact and influence on the campus community.
- InterVarsity
- Rodeo Team
- Latinos Unidos Por Educacion (LUPE)
- Consent Project
- Sexuality And Gender Awareness (SAGA) Club
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Manuel Rosas, Latinos Unidos Por Educación (LUPE)
- Elizabeth Rodacker, Latinos Unidos Por Educación (LUPE)
- Bryan Russell, Ethics Bowl Club
- Michelle Salomon, Computer Science Club
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are first-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Aaron Reyes
- Aime Sanchez
- Joshua Soza
- Tarole Pettigrew
- Lizbeth Martinez
- Isaac Mendez
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are second-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Maghen Saltzman
- Alexander Person
- Isabella Edwards
- Rose Melara
- Mojov Claire
- Elizabelle Castro
Jack Brigham Scholarship (Established 2018)
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Lidia Jacobo
- Amanda Amos
- Michael Morales
- Kelly Dozier
- Aubrianna Martinez
- Ahlam Alamamy
BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Scholarship (Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are returning students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one previously incarcerated student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- No elgible candidates
BCSGA Single Parent Scholarship (Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who are single-income parents exhibiting leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one single parent student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Shandy Johnson
- Breeanna Bassett
- Mandy Pinkerton
BCSGA LGBT Q+ Scholarship (Established 2020)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who self-identified as a member of the sexual and gender minority community otherwise known as the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans-identity community. Each candidate exhibits leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and has sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to an LGBT+ student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Isabella Edwards
BCSGA Taylor-Rodriguez Student Leadership for Equity Scholarship (Established 2020)
The BCSGA Taylor-Rodriguez Leadership for Equity Scholarship will be awarded annually to a student leader who has advocated for student equity and social justice while attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Maria Atlahua Puertos
Recipients for 2021
*Names that are bolded and with an asterisk have been deemed the recipients for 2021.
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Nathan Andrade, Japanese Culture Club
- Benjamin Duval, Engineers Club*
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Edith Mata*
- Tina Thomas
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Benjamin Duval*
- Edith Mata
- Emma McNellis
- Priya Sharma*
Good Samaritan Award
The Good Samaritan Award is given to a student who has gone above and beyond the call of duty for the public safety and community welfare for the campus at large. A student who has shown their assistance with the apprehension of a criminal act and assisted with a critical incident that reflects a positive outcome for the safety of the campus. The recipient of this award receives a Bakersfield College class ring.
- To be Determined
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student-athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Emily Clark, Volleyball*
- Jackson Sanchez, Football*
- Trinity Ybarra, Softball
- Samuel Sakowski, Men's Basketball
- Nicholas Souza, Men's Soccer
- Jenna Sampley, Women's Basketball
Early College Initiative Award (2)
The Early College Initiative Award recognizes high school students for their early advancements in completing their college education. The recipients of this award have demonstrated an exceptional amount of responsibility and rigor in their completion of college courses while in high school. These high school students will not only graduate from their respective high school having already earned college credits, but they have also demonstrated a clear sense of the college pathway they wish to pursue. (Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Lidia Nunez*
- Jose Cortez*
- Isaac Lara*
- Annika Fernandez
- Shelby Wood
- Janelle Cruz
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Mallory Gardner, Renegade Student Hub
- Vanessa Beltran, Early College & Outreach
- Celeste C. Gonzalez, Early College & Outreach
- Summer Luna, EOPS/CalWORKs/CARE
- Jade Adams, Student Life
- Alexis Brown, Writing Center*
- Aaron Beal, Writing Center/Student Information Desk
- Denice Aguilera, Kern Promise*
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Gregory Cluff, Agriculture
- Anna Collins, Philosophy*
- John Gerhold, Music
- Deborah Rosenthal, Chemistry
- Bryan Russell, Philosophy
- Donna Starr, Mathematics
- Suzanne Tangeman, Culinary Arts
- Kris Tiner, Music
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- Latinos Unidos Por Educación*
- Umoja Community Club
- Consent Project
- Latinas Unidas
- Ethics Bowl Club
- Japanese Culture Club
- Sexuality And Gender Acceptance Club (SAGA)
The Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments are acceptable).
- Umoja Community Club “Umoja Club's Black History Month Programming”
- Sexuality And Gender Awareness (SAGA) “My Rainbow Road Series”
- Latinas Unidas “Unraveling Latina Stereotypes"*
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase its impact and influence on the campus community.
- Latinos Unidos Por Educación
- Umoja Community Club
- Consent Project
- Latinas Unidas
- Ethics Bowl Club
- Engineers Club*
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Manuel Rosas, Latinos Unidos Por Educación (LUPE)
- Paula Parks, Umoja Community Club
- Karin Young Gomez, Consent Project
- Brenda Valadez, Latinas Unidas
- Patrick Aderhold, Engineers Club*
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are first-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Cynthia Corrales
- Alexander Person
- Ludvin Vallejos*
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are second-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Amanda Amos
- Madelin Elizalde
- Cara Polte*
- Daniel Ramos
Jack Brigham Scholarship (Established 2018)
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Nathan Baker
- Denise Miller
- Annabelle Recinos*
- Priya Sharma
BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Scholarship (Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are returning students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one previously incarcerated student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Emily Collins *
BCSGA Single Parent Scholarship (Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who are single-income parents exhibiting leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one single parent student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Esperanza Mena *
BCSGA LGBT Scholarship (Established 2020)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who self-identified as a member of the sexual and gender minority community otherwise known as the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans-identity community. Each candidate exhibits leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and has sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to an LGBT+ student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- To Be Determined
BCSGA Taylor-Rodriguez Student Leadership for Equity Scholarship (Established 2020)
The BCSGA Taylor-Rodriguez Leadership for Equity Scholarship will be awarded annually to a student leader who has advocated for student equity and social justice while attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Anthony Colin Herrera*
Recipients for 2020
*Names that are bolded and with an asterisk have been deemed the recipients for 2020.
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Samantha Pulido*
- Jose Bello
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Jesus Arias
- Mariah Chavez
- Sabrina Franco
- Jackie Gutierrez
- Edith Mata
- Priscilla Mendez
- Nicole Nix
- Caleb Reed
- Marivel Servin*
- Renegade Hub Students (Mallory Gardner, Marcus Schmidt, Reyna Garcia, & Joseph Charmley)
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Sarah Aguirre
- Jasmine Herrera*
- Juliana Herrera
- Jonathan Hunter
- Vladimir Romilus
- Neshara Smith
- Ian Spark
- Erick Plata Torres*
Good Samaritan Award
The Good Samaritan Award is given to a student who has gone above and beyond the call of duty for the public safety and community welfare for the campus at large. A student who has shown their assistance with the apprehension of a criminal act and assisted with a critical incident that reflects a positive outcome for the safety of the campus. The recipient of this award receives a Bakersfield College class ring.
- Karen Cid
- Julian Delatorre
- Anterrell Jacksh
- Tyler Marks
- Vishavjit Parihar
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student-athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Christian Gonzalez,Men's Soccer*
- Aurora Fernandez, Women's Soccer
- Justin Harrington,Football
- Jonathan Hunter,Wrestling
- Neshara Smith, Track & Field
- Penelope Zepeda, Women's Volleyball*
Early College Initiative Award (2)
The Early College Initiative Award recognizes high school students for their early advancements in completing their college education. The recipients of this award have demonstrated an exceptional amount of responsibility and rigor in their completion of college courses while in high school. These high school students will not only graduate from their respective high school having already earned college credits, but they have also demonstrated a clear sense of the college pathway they wish to pursue. (Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Not Awarded this year.
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Armandina Alanis
- Liam Bohannon
- Pedro Coata*
- Xavier Garcia
- Lhiam Hilario*
- Adam Martinez
- Vanessa Rocha
- Jessica Suarez
- Kyra Suppon
- Marilyn Zebal
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Fabiola Butcher - Professor, Communication
- Christine Cruz-Boone - Professor, Communication
- Olivia Garcia - Associate Professor, History*
- Timothy Heasley - Associate Professor; Marching Arts Director
- Scott Peat - Professor, Biology
- Elizabeth Rodacker - Professor, EMLS
- Juan Rodriguez Ramirez - Assistant Professor, Mathematics
- Kris Tiner - Associate Professor, Music (Jazz) and Director, Jazz Ensemble
- Brent Wilson - Assistant Professor, Physics
- Ronnie Wrest - Associate Professor, Art
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- Consent Project
- Japanese Culture Club
- Latinas Unidas
- Latinos Unidos Por Educación*
- Student Nursing Association
- Youth Empowerment Success
The Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments are acceptable).
- BC Choirs, Building Bridges in the World - BC Choirs Celebrate Gandhi
- Consent Project, Project Consent Panel
- Japanese Culture Club, JCC Gaming Events
- Student Nursing Association, Student Nurses on the Frontlines*
- Veterans Club, Vet Fest
- Youth Empowerment Success, Dear America
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase its impact and influence on the campus community.
- Agriculture Club
- Consent Project*
- Japanese Culture Club
- Latinos Unidos Por Educación
- Ethics Bowl Club
- Pre-Law Club
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Patrick Aderhold, Engineering Club
- Jonathan Brown, Math Club
- Traci Hill & Shae Flores, Student Nursing Association*
- Manuel Rosa, Latinos Unidos Por Educación
- Brenda Valadez, Latinas Unidas
- Karin Young - Gomez, Consent Project
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are first-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Luis Arroyo*
- Zariyah Hall
- Edward Heredia
- Seth Newsom
- Jessica Perez
- Dennise Portillo
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are second-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Mario Esquer
- Isidro Hernandez
- Markie Hernandez*
- Melissa Prendiz
- Gonzalo Rocha-Vazquez
- Ines Solis
- Hisham Taher
Jack Brigham Scholarship (Established 2018)
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Ana Aquian
- Sandra Castanon
- Oscar Camacho*
- Samantha Pulido
- Gonzalo Rocha-Vazquez
- Denee Widger
BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Scholarship(Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are returning students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one previously incarcerated student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Kaled Barraj
- Gilberto Contreras
- Martin Cortes
- Devin Palmer
- Tiana Swank*
- Miguel Vazquez
BCSGA Single Parent Scholarship (Established 2019)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who are single-income parents exhibiting leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one single parent student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Alicia Mcentire Barnfield
- Rosio Benitez*
- Daniela Martinez
- Brianna Mcgill
BCSGA LGBT Scholarship (New 2020)
Candidates for this scholarship are students who self-identified as a member of the sexual and gender minority community otherwise known as the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans-identity community. Each candidate exhibits leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and has sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to an LGBT+ studentattaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Gilberto Contreras
- Erick Plata Torres*
Recipients from 2019
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Chad Hildago
- Mataalofa Hubbard
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Madison East
- Carlos Aguilar
- Shelby Antongiovanni
- David Guinto
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Beth Hilbe
- Cristian Ocampo
- Carlos Avendano
- Eddie Meza
Good Samaritan Award (NEW 2019)
The Good Samaritan Award is given to a student who has gone above and beyond the call of duty for the public safety and community welfare for the campus at large. A student who has shown their assistance with the apprehension of a criminal act and assisted with a critical incident that reflects a positive outcome for the safety of the campus. The recipient of this award receives a Bakersfield College class ring.
- Ashley Harp
- Krissy Willis
- Jose Davilla
- Brenda Leal
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student-athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Sarah Armendariz - Volleyball
- Gabriella Lugo - Cross Country/Track and Field
- Kayleen Sanchez - Women's Tennis
- Carson Olivas - Football
- Kamron Willman - Baseball
Early College Initiative Award (2) (NEW 2019)
The Early College Initiative Award recognizes high school students for their early advancements in completing their college education. The recipients of this award have demonstrated an exceptional amount of responsibility and rigor in their completion of college courses while in high school. These high school students will not only graduate from their respective high school having already earned college credits, but they have also demonstrated a clear sense of the college pathway they wish to pursue. (Recommended to a screening committee.)
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Christian Jovan Rodriguez
- Carlos Avendano
- Evelyn Torres
- Andrew Agasid
- David Guinto
- Hunter Pentico
- Rico Carrillo
- Jasmen Taylor
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Sarah Baron, Public Health Sciences
- Kren Campbell, Nursing
- Olivia Garcia, History
- Christie Howell, Psychology
- Rae Ann Kumelos, English/Mythology
- William "Bill" Kelly, Agriculture
- Joshua Ottum, Commercial Music
- Talita Pruett, Communication
- Jordan Rude, Psychology
- Lidia Torres, Architecture
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Latinas Unidas
- Youth Empowering Success
- Architecture and Design Club
The Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments is acceptable).
- ExtraLife, Renegamers
- Noche De Cultura, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Black History Month Conference, Umoja Community Club
- English Fair, English Club
- Trans Visibility Week, Sexuality And Gender Acceptance Club
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase its impact and influence on the campus community.
- Student Health and Wellness Advisory Committee
- Agriculture Club
- Consent Club
- Renegamers
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Jonathan Brown, Math Club
- Jordan Rude, Consent Club
- Manuel Rosa, LUPE
- Melinda Wilmot, Renegamers
- Octavio Barajas, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Paula Parks, Umoja Community Club
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarship are first-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Leonela Aguilar
- Savanna Eckert
- Blanca Fair
- Debra Deslaurier
- Katelynn Willard
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this scholarshipare second-year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Mustafa Barraj
- Jonathan Martinez
- Johnpaul Sakowski
- Kelly Ponte
- James Plain
Jack Brigham Scholarship (Established 2018)
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Mustafa Barraj
- Jesse Trevino
- Lizbeth Sanchez
- Emmanuel Limaco
- Gemma Trujillo
- Judith Diaz
BCSGA Previously Incarcerated Scholarship(NEW 2019)
Candidates for this scholarshipare returning students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one previously incarcerated student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Sarai Jaime
- Zachary Lopez
- Jose Lara
BCSGA Single Parent Scholarship(NEW 2019)
Candidates for this scholarshipare students who are single income parent exhibiting leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one single parentstudent attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Venessa Lopez
- Celeste Osborne
- Crystal Mattila
- Bianca Garcia
- Maribel Mireles
Recipients from 2018
Individual Student Awards
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Chad Hidalgo
- Mataalofa Hubbard
- Emmanuel Limaco
- Ganae Romo-Watson
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Aliyah Khan
- Rayven Webb
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Gregorio Castro
- Jonathan Herrera
- Dezi Von Manos
- Ganae Romo-Watson
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student-athletes who through their involvement
at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life
for their fellow athletes.
Champion for Diversity Award. Candidates for this award are student leaders who exemplify
their commitment to service, social justice, and diversity through promoting respect
for diversity and individual differences in their activities, projects, discussions,
or their leadership with Student Organizations.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Jaylunn English, Basketball
- Kylee Fahy, Softball
- Adrian Godinez, Wrestling
- Mason Grantz, Track & Field
- Alex Paris, Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
- Cameron Roberson, Football
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Karla Garcia, Office of Student Life
- Dallas Pelissero, Supplemental Instruction
- Mirandy Quinonez, Delano Tutoring Center
- Alexandra Scott, Supplemental Instruction
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Adel Shafik, Art Faculty
- Alexandra Dallara, Biology Faculty
- Patrick Fulks, Biological Sciences Faculty
- Jennifer Garrett, Performing Arts Faculty
- Janice Green, Foreign Language Adjunct Faculty
- Craig Holliday, Social Science Adjunct Faculty
- Regina Hukill, Mathematics Department Chair, Faculty
- David Riess, Behavioral Science Faculty
- Chris Dison, English Faculty - Delano
- Isabel Stierle, Biological Science Faculty
- Brian Sivesind, Performing Arts Faculty
- Jessica Wojtysiak, Education Faculty
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
- Japanese Culture Club
- Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Student Health and Wellness Advisory Committee
Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments is acceptable).
- Garden Fest, BC Ag Club
- Hackathon, Electrical Engineering Club
- Incarceration to Education Forum, Free on the Outside
- Valley Fever Symposium, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase their impact and influence on the campus community.
- BC Ag Club
- Free on the Outside
- Korean Culture Club
- Latinos Unidos Por Educacion
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Helen Acosta, Sexuality and Gender Acceptance Club
- Jack Pierce, Geology Club
- Manuel Rosas, Latinos Unidos Por Educacion (LUPE)
- Jonathan Schultz, Free on the Outside
- Sally Sterns, BC Ag Club
- Pearl Urena, Pre-Law Club
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this award are first year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Yehidy Gomez
- Baldeep Sandhu
- Alexandra Scott
- Irma Stibor-Hall
- Jesus Trigueros
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this award are second year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Alexandra Apatiga
- Mustafa Barraj
- Ganae Romo-Watson
- Lawrence Salcido
- James Tompkins
Jack Brigham Scholarship
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Sharon Hope Bajo
- Ammar Hanna
- Hala Hanna
- Linh Nguyen
- Baldeep Sandhu
Recipients from 2017
Individual Student Awards
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College. (Selected by a screening committee.)
- Lawrence Salcido, BCSGA
- Kenneth Mireles, Criminology Club
- Tania Bernal, Outreach and High School Relations
- Frederick Mayer, Engineering Club
- Dezi Von Manos, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Jose Cortez, BCSGA
- Anhelica Perez, Office of Student Life - Delano Programmer
- Lindsey Correa,"Miss Representation" and Delano Tutoring Center
- Rosa Perez, Career Development Workforce Prep
- Belinda Rickett, Extended Study and Renegade Pantry
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Itzel Buenrostro, Office of Student Life
- Dezi Von Manos,Movimiento EstudiantilChicanxde Aztlán
- Manal Hassan, WECOMM Club
- Emmanuel Limaco, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Evan Stevenson, Men's Tennis
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student athletes who through their involvement
at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life
for their fellow athletes.
Champion for Diversity Award. Candidates for this award are student leaders who exemplify
their commitment to service, social justice, and diversity through promoting respect
for diversity and individual differences in their activities, projects, discussions,
or their leadership with Student Organizations.(Recommended to a screening committee.)
- Odalys Espinoza, Soccer
- Mackenzie Hernandez, Volleyball/Beach
- Cesar Patino, Track and Field
- Pedro Sarabia, Wrestling
- MacKenzie te Velde, Women's Basketball
- Derrick Vickers, Football
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Melanie Cohen, Supplemental Instruction - Communication
- Erik Garcia Gregorio, BCSGA
- Wendy Harrison, Extended Study
- Yolanda Puente, Student Health and Wellness Center
- Carina Rodier, Office of Student Life
- Yahilyn Segura, Admissions and Records - Delano
- Marcus Watkin, Admissions and Records
- Rayven Webb, Supplemental Instruction - ASL
- Ekaterina Woolsey, Office of Student Success & Equity
- Claribeth Zorrilla, Education Services
Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
Given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. This award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.(Voted upon by the student body through the BCSGA Spring General Elections.)
- Andrew Bond, English Faculty
- Kimberly Chin, Performing Arts Faculty
- Brett Clark, Wrestling Coach
- Ginger LeBlanc, Behavioral Science Faculty
- Linda Mclaughlin, Foreign Language, ASL Faculty
- Jack Pierce, Physical Science Faculty
- Anna Poetker, Philosophy Faculty
- Talita Pruett, Communication Faculty
- David Riess, Behavioral Science Faculty
- Bernard Scanlon, Mathematics Faculty
Student Organization Awards
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- BCRenegamers
- Korean Culture Club
- Red Cross Club
- Student Nursing Association
Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments is acceptable).
- Health Fair, Student Health and Wellness Advisory Committee
- Noche the Cutura, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Public Health Hackathon, Red Cross Club and Computer Science Club
- Vet Fest, Veterans Clubs
- Yoga Classes on the Lawn, Fit Mind Body
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase their impact and influence on the campus community.
- Culinary Arts Club
- Electrical Engineering Club
- Japanese Culture Club
- Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Muslim Student Association
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Sarah Baron, Red Cross Club
- Timothy Burke, National Alliance on Mental Awareness
- Suzanne Durst, Culinary Arts Club
- Rosa Garza, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán
- Linda McLaughlin, American Sign Language Club
- Pat Smith, Criminology Club
Scholarships
(Through the Financial Aid Award Process)
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this award are first year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Nadine Annan
- Harneel Gill
- Phuch Nugyen
- Sarai Jaime
Alumni Association Honor Trophy: Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for this award are second year students who exhibit leadership skills by engaging in the Bakersfield College community and have sought out opportunities to get involved. Given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Emmanuel Limaco
- Lawrence Salcido
- Rayven Webb
Jack Brigham Scholarship
The Jack Brigham Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.(Selected by a screening committee.)
- Lawrence Salcido
- Sarai Jaime
- Phuch Nugyen
- Manal Hassan
Recipients from 2016
The Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
The Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award is given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students. The Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award spotlights the college's “super teachers”. All finalists are outstanding faculty members in their own right and represent the many, many fine faculty members who can be found in every department across the campus.
- Bernard Scanlon, Mathematics Faculty
- DeborahRosenthal,Chemistry Faculty
- Reggie Williams, Philosophy Faculty
- Paula Parks,English Faculty
- Jennifer Garrett,Performing Arts Faculty
- Stephen Tavoni,Biological Science Faculty
- Nick Strobel,Physical Science/Astronomy Faculty
- Paula Dahl,Women's Basketball Coach
>President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College.
- Alia Brost, ACS Chemistry Chapter Club
- Clayton Fowler, BCSGA
- Janell Orozco, Promising Professionals
- Patrick Hawks, Computer Science Club
- Yanelie Ponce , WECOMM Club
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
- Anhelica Perez , Office of Student Life
- Ashley Neufeld, Renegade Pantry
- Dezi VonManos, M.E.Ch.A
- Reginald Autwell, Gender and Sexuality Awareness Club
Renegade Spirit Award (2)
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
- Alex De la Cruz, Delano Campus
- Allison Guzman, American Sign Language Club
- Fitzgerald Graves, BCSGA
- Jessica Gutierrez, Student Nurses Association
- Trina Goree, Office of Student Life
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade (2)
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.
- Daryan Heathcott, Women's Volleyball
- Deandre Dickson, Men's Basketball
- Jameik Riviere, Men's Basketball
- Kyra Saunders, Women's Track and Field
Student Employee of the Year Award (2)
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.
- Bradley Parrot, EOP&S/Care/CalWORKs
- Carina Rodier, Office of Student Life
- Paulette Rodriguez, BCSGA
- Gabby Caraballo, Renegade Pantry
- Jeri Solis, Counseling Center
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase their impact and influence on the campus community.
- American Sign Language Club
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Student Nursing Association
- WECOMM Club
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
- African American Student Union
- Disabilities Inspire and Support Change Club
- Gender and Sexuality Awareness Club
- The Outdoor Club
Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments is acceptable).
- Def-Nation, American Sign Language Club
- Design Challenge, Engineers Club
- Relay for Life, Relay for Life Club
- Student Leadership Conference, BCSGA & CSUB_ASI
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
- Charles Kim, Phi Theta Kappa, Beta Alpha Nu
- Jonathan Hernandez, WECOMM Club
- Rosa Garza, M.E.Ch.A.
- Wayne Cooper, ACS Chemistry Chapter Club
- Yuki Takeuchi, JapaneseCulture Club
Scholarship Awards
Grace Van Dyke Bird Leadership Scholarship Award
The Grace Van Dyke Bird Leadership Award is given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. This award is dedicated to the first president of Bakersfield College who shows great pride and shared a great vision for education in our county.
- Christian Castellanos
- Sabrina Hawatmeh
- Arthur Tondin
- Richard Tse
Alumni Association Honor Trophy Scholarship Award
Bakersfield College Alumni Association Honor Trophy is given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College. The Recipient is a student who excels in (A) leadership, (B) citizenship, (C) community service, and (D) overall accomplishments and excellence.
- Tania Bernal
- Valerie Din
- Manal Hassan
- Andrea Hernandez
- Ian Tash
Recipients from 2015
President's Leader of the Year Award
Candidates for the President's Leadership Award have excelled as student leaders with a distinguished record of extraordinary leadership, service, spirit, advocacy, and involvement within the College community. Recipients will have a history of positive and significant accomplishments resulting in major contributions that enhance the quality of life at the College.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Alaa Abdalla, President of Pre-Physician Assistant's Club
- Tania Bernal, President of Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán
- Alex Dominguez, BCSGA President
Service Award
Candidates for this award are students whose behavior embraces civic responsibility and service to the community on a campus, local, regional, national, or global level. This individual has given of their time, talent, and efforts to contribute to the common good.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Gabby Caraballo, Renegade Pantry
- Samia Corrin, Phi Theta Kappa's Renegade Pantry Food Drive
- Chad Hildalgo, Artificial Intelligence Computer Science Club
- Sarah Lack, BC Student Nursing Association
Renegade Spirit Award
Candidates for this award are student leaders who bring spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their involvement on campus.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Yessica Espinoza, Renegade Pantry
- Devany Hunt, BC Student Nursing Association
- Victoria Roel, BCSGA Senator
- Liam York, Gender and Sexuality Awareness
MVR - Most Valuable Renegade
Candidates for this award are intercollegiate student athletes who through their involvement at Bakersfield College have made significant contributions to the quality of life for their fellow athletes.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Jack Murphy, Renegade Wrestling
- Khalin Smith, Renegade Football
- Claesey Tarver, Renegade Women's Basketball
Student Employee of the Year Award
The Student Employee of the Year is awarded to an outstanding student in recognition of exceptional contributions to their office or department during the academic year.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Latravion Houston, Renegade Athletics
- Ian Juarez, Office of Student Life
- Kyle Mann, Office of Outreach and School Relations
- Robert Ruiz, Counseling Center
Student Organization of the Year
The Recipient will be a strong StudOrg that is organized, active, and maintains strong membership. This organization continually strives to increase their impact and influence on the campus community.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Muslim Student Association
- Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán
- Pre-Physician Assistant's Club
Renegade Spirit Award
The recipient will be a StudOrg that brings spirit and enthusiasm to the Bakersfield College community through their programs and activities.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Future Teachers Club
- Veteran's Club
- BC Student Nursing Association
Event of the Year
The recipient of this award will be will be a StudOrg that sponsored an event that promoted social interaction among students. The effectiveness of the planning, publicity, and execution of the event will be considered (must be planned and executed by a StudOrg, not a campus office or department; collaborations with offices or departments is acceptable).
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Guest Speaker Series Workshops, Criminology Club
- Black History Month Extravaganza, African-American Student Union
- Faith and Culture, Muslim Student Association and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor(s)
The candidate for this award is a faculty or staff member that goes above and beyond their expectations of an advisor, is an integral part of the organization, and shows dedication to the mission of the organization.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Helen Acosta, Gender and Sexuality Awareness
- Traci Hill, BC Student Nursing Association
- Harold Mendoza, Artificial Intelligence Computer Science Club
- Susan Pinza, BC Tutoring Club
The Samuel W. McCall Outstanding Professor of the Year Award
This award is given annually to a Bakersfield College Faculty member who has been nominated and selected by the students.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Marcus Duarte-Smith, Behavioral Science Adjunct Faculty
- Michelle Hart, Education Faculty
- Andrea Thorson, Communication Faculty
- Steven Holmes, Social Science Faculty
- Reggie Williams, Philosophy Faculty
Grace Van Dyke Bird Leadership Award
Bakersfield College Grace Van Dyke Bird Leadership Award---given annually to one freshman student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Angela Martinez (angelAMartinez1247@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu)
- Catherine Hashim catherine.hashim3123@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu
- Miranda Cramer miranda.cramer@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu
- Tina Lawhon tina.turner@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu
Alumni Association Honor Trophy
Bakersfield College Alumni Association Honor Trophy---given annually to one sophomore student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments while a student attending Bakersfield College.
2014-2015 Nominees:
- Kesha Patton kesha.patton2012@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu
- Michael Esqueda michael.esqueda4117@email.bakersfieldcollege.edu
From 1980 until 2004, SGA (then known as the Associated Student Body of Bakersfield College) held an awards ceremony to honor outstanding students and faculty on campus. The following is a list of winners from the ASB Board Awards:
Bakersfield College ASB Student Court Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Dennis Fitzgerald | Spring 1984 |
| Kabia Keesling | Fall 1984 |
| Kabia Keesling | Spring 1985 |
| David Rosenberg | Spring 1986 |
| Mario Marchetti | Fall 1986 |
| Peter Solomon | Spring 1987 |
| Russ Crouch | Fall 1987 |
| Russ Crouch | Spring 1988 |
| Juli Whitney | Fall 1988 |
Russell Lee Crouch Memorial Student Court Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Sharon Bush | Spring 1989 |
| Sharon Bush | Fall 1989 |
| Alice Ivey | Spring 1990 |
| Frank Hallock | Fall 1991 |
| Robert Bailey | Spring 1991 |
| Miranda Rosales | Fall 1991 |
| Mario Hernandez | Spring 1992 |
| Thomas Clifton | Fall 1993 |
| Armando Lopez | Spring 1994 |
| Arron Nutt | Fall 1993 |
| Bob Malacec | Spring 1995 |
| Tim Burke | Spring 1996 |
| David Rosales Jr. | 1996-1997 |
| Brian Hendrickson | 1997-1998 |
| Laura Arnold | 1998-1999 |
| Paul Bench | 2000-2001 |
| Kathy Aleman | 2001-2002 |
| April Lopez | 2002-2003 |
| Tyson Witcher | 2003-2004 |
ASBC President's Award of Honor (BCSGA President's Award)
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Lisa Headlee | Fall 1989 |
| Tony Valenti and Paul Crews | Spring 1990 |
| Terri Foster | Fall 1990 |
| Annette Hill | Spring 1991 |
| Patrick Murphy and David Gum | Spring 1992 |
| Michael Curry | Fall 1992 |
| Wesley Crawford | Spring 1993 |
| Lisa Christy | Fall 1993 |
| Tamy Churchfield | Spring 1994 |
| Jennifer Thompson | Fall 1994 |
| Mercy Pena | Spring 1995 |
| Tony Monarco | 1997 |
| John Medvigy | 1998 |
| Tina Carroll | 1999 |
| Marie Beebe | 2000 |
| Linda Quinones-Vaughaly | 2001 |
| Dr. Michael Farber | 2002 |
Bakersfield College Genevieve "Gene" Howard Classified Employee Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| John Ramirez | 1991-1992 |
| Tony Munoz | 1992-1993 |
| Jo Moore | 1993-1994 |
| Alysia Boyd | 1994-1995 |
| Ceaser Saahir | 1995-1996 |
| Cheryl Caswell | 1996-1997 |
| Barbara Ray | 1997-1998 |
| Guadalupe Gonzales | 1998-1999 |
| JoAnn Acosta | 1999-2000 |
| Carla Reyes | 2000-2001 |
| Della Villanueva | 2001-2002 |
| Debi Brockman | 2002-2003 |
Bakersfield College Paul M. Baldwin Memorial Science Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Ross Anderson | 1987-1988 |
| Carlos Flores | 1988-1989 |
| Beth Berry | 1989-1990 |
| David Rous | 1990-1991 |
| Leslie Blum | 1991-1992 |
| Beverly Billinsley | 1992-1993 |
| Eric Boren | 1993-1994 |
| Patrick Dean | 1994-1995 |
| Tuan Vu | 1995-1996 |
| James Jones | 1996-1997 |
| Michael Watkins | 1997-1998 |
| Rana Khankan | 2001-2002 |
Bakersfield College Sam McCall Faculty/Outstanding Professor Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| George Lawrence | 1980 |
| Clifton Garrett | 1981 |
| James Whitehouse | 1982 |
| Shirley Trembley | 1983 |
| Patricia Lee | 1984 |
| Donald Pool | 1985 |
| Norman Hoffman | 1986 |
| Paul Pruett | 1987 |
| Bruce Meier | 1988 |
| Jess Bradford | 1989 |
| Crystal Moore | 1990 |
| John Brigham | 1991 |
| Carol A. Cunningham | 1992 |
| Gaylen Lewis | 1993 |
| Alexa Martinez | 1993-1994 |
| Dr. Marcy Copelin | 1994-1995 |
| Marci Lingo | 1995-1996 |
| Steven Holmes | 1996-1997 |
| Cynthia Paradise | 1997-1998 |
| Sharon Edgmon | 1998-1999 |
| Rebecca Head | 1999-2000 |
| Tom Greenwood | 2000-2001 |
| Donald Turney | 2001-2002 |
| Charlie Fivecoat | 2002-2003 |
| Randal Beeman | 2003-2004 |
| Dr. Joe Saldivar | 2004-2005 |
| Dr. Wayne Cooper | 2005-2006 |
| Sue Granger-Dickson | 2006-2007 |
| John Thompson | 2007-2008 |
| Michael McNellis | 2008-2009 |
| Donald Turney | 2009-2010 |
| Dr. Randal Beeman | 2010-2011 |
| Michael Ivey | 2011-2012 |
| William Kelly | 2012-2013 |
| 2013-2014 | |
| Steven Holmes, Social Science | 2014-2015 |
| Reggie Williams, Philosophy | 2015-2016 |
| Bernard Scanlon, Mathematics | 2016-2017 |
| Jennifer Garrett, Performing Arts | 2017-2018 |
| Jordan Rude, Psychology | 2018-2019 |
| Olivia Garcia, History | 2019-2020 |
| 2020-2021 |
Bakersfield College Homecoming Kings and Queens (Homecoming Royalty Court)
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Bekki Sellers and Sheldon Helms | 1987 |
| Maria Rodriguez and Frank Wright | 1988 |
| April Lash and Ramon Acosta | 1989 |
| Tara Littlejohn and Alexander Lennon | 1990 |
| Marci Parmley and Darsen Sowers | 1991 |
| Jennifer Barber and Dan Najera | 1992 |
| Darnell Green and Dion Russell | 1993 |
| James Oliver and Scott Acosta | 1994 |
| Christina Peterson and Jason Clement | 1995 |
| Eric Williams and Lori Cortez | 1996 |
| Rafaela Szpoganicz and David Buons | 1997 |
| Mari Duenas and Mohamid Ail Huzaibi | 1998 |
| Mari Duenas and Mohamid Ail Huzaibi | 2000 |
| Kathryn Brinkey and Chiharo Suzuki | 2001 |
| Diana Trigo and Rudy Galicia | 2002 |
| Stacy Segebery and Mario Griljalva | 2003 |
| Erica Grall and Joseph Ruiz | 2004 |
Mr. and Mrs. Bakersfield College
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Tom Clifton and Debie Hallock | 1991 |
| Jason Churchfield and Lori Enstad | 1992 |
| Billy Duncan and Stephanie Fredrick | 1994 |
Dean's Award for Outstanding ASB Officer at Bakersfield College
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Robert Giroux | Fall 1980 |
| Kelli Johnson | Spring 1981 |
| Don Allsman | Fall 1981 |
| Don Allsman | Spring 1982 |
| Matt Whaley and Tina Arredonds | Fall 1982 |
| David Hemingway | Spring 1983 |
| Kris Gritts | Fall 1983 |
| Terrell Beesley and Gareer Gustavson | Spring 1984 |
| Sandi Munoz | Fall 1984 |
| Julie Bewles | Spring 1985 |
| Russ Allsman | Fall 1985 |
| Tim Burke | Spring 1986 |
| Mary Ann McCovern | Fall 1986 |
| Peter Solomon | Spring 1987 |
| Steve Strenn | Fall 1987 |
| Rachelle Berry | Spring 1988 |
| Kelli Schieger | Fall 1988 |
| Anthony Fletcher | Spring 1989 |
| Courtney Scheber and Paul Crews | Fall 1989 |
| Bryan Matthews | Spring 1990 |
| Terri Foster | Fall 1990 |
Bakersfield College ASB Activities Board Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Harold Giffin | Spring 1984 |
| Paul Abbott | Fall 1984 |
| Wai Ming Kong | Spring 1985 |
| David Rosenberg and Mark Thompson | Fall 1985 |
| Mike Watson | Spring 1986 |
| Mike Watson and Dawn Rossetta | Fall 1986 |
| Cynthia Knox | Spring 1987 |
| Mike Watson and Jeanne Evartt | Spring 1988 |
| David Duong | Spring 1989 |
| Martin Guerrero | Fall 1989 |
| Diana Speak | Spring 1990 |
| Amanda Raub | Fall 1990 |
ASBC Office of Semester Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Toni Valenti and Lisa Headee | Fall 1989 |
| Toni Valenti | Spring 1990 |
| Annette Hill | Fall 1990 |
| Annette Hill | Spring 1991 |
| Mario Hernandez | Fall 1991 |
| David Gum | Spring 1992 |
| Merlin Monigold | Fall 1992 |
| Peggy Brust | Fall 1998 |
| Tadeu Sepoganioz | Spring 1999 |
Associated Students of the Bakersfield College
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Terri Foster | Spring 1991 |
| Robert Bailey | Fall 1991 |
| Robert Bailey | Spring 1992 |
| Diana Thuai | Fall 1992 |
| Doug Patrick | Spring 1993 |
| Tamy Churchfield, Arron Nutt and Michael Erdman | Fall 1994 |
| Angela Stevens | Spring 1995 |
| Michael Erdman | Spring 1996 |
| Beeky Welsh | 1996-1997 |
| Sean Miller | 1997-1998 |
| Katie Hansen | 1998-1999 |
| Tracey Mitchell | 1999-2000 |
| Sarah Jones | 2000-2001 |
| Melissa Errecaldo | 2001-2002 |
| Nader Mojibiyazdi and Brandon Williams | 2002-2003 |
| Dominick Martin and Whitney Rux | 2003-2004 |
Bakersfield College ASB Outstanding Club
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| M.E.Ch.A | 1982-1983 |
| International Students Association | 1983-1985 |
| Pre-Med Club | 1985-1986 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | 1986-1987 |
| Black Student Union | 1987-1988 |
| ISA | 1988-1989 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | 1989-1990 |
| Single Parents Club | 1990-1991 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | 1991-1992 |
| M.E.Ch.A | 1992-1993 |
| Club Phoenix | 1993-1994 |
| Phi Delta Lamda | 1994-1995 |
| LDSSA | 1995-1996 |
| Club Med | 1996-1998 |
| M.E.Ch.A | 1998-1999 |
| SETH | 1999-2000 |
| African American Student Union | 2000-2001 |
| Pre-Med Club | 2001-2002 |
| M.E.Ch.A | 2002-2003 |
| Engineers Club | 2003-2004 |
Grace Van Dyke Bird Award
| Award Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| Heather Fowler | 1983-1984 |
| Tim Burke | 1984-1985 |
| Mary Ann McGovern | 1985-1986 |
| Doug Morrison | 1986-1987 |
| Kelli Shieber | 1987-1988 |
| Bryan Mathews | 1988-1989 |
| Tim Scanlon | 1989-1990 |
| Amanda Raulb | 1990-1991 |
| Mario Hernandez | 1991-1992 |
| Penny Mason | 1992-1993 |
| Aaron Lewis | 1993-1994 |
| Marcy Billdt | 1994-1995 |
| Rebecca Welsh | 1995-1996 |
| Britane Banks | 1996-1997 |
| Ponce McDonald | 1997-1998 |
| Julie Harrison | 1998-1999 |
| Jeriah Barden | 1999-2000 |
| Lulua Rafis | 2001-2002 |
| Cory Edgmon | 2002-2003 |
| Prayas Patel | 2003-2004 |
Contact Office of Student Life
Phone: (661) 395-4355 | Email: studentlife@bakersfieldcollege.edu | Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM, Friday: 8:00AM-8:30AM & 10:00AM-12:00PM | Location: Campus Center (CC)
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