Thank you for joining us as we recognize the outstanding academic achievements of members of the Class of 2021! This year, we are pleased to announce 28 awards that honor students who have demonstrated academic excellence and exemplary character, while making significant contributions to the Maine Maritime Academy community.
Mariners, we applaud your drive, talent, and dedication, and we are proud to celebrate you now. Congratulations on your accomplishments and good luck in your future endeavors!
American Bureau of Shipping Award
To the individual with the highest honors in mathematics and physics.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Morgan Sage Boudreau
American Maritime Officers Service Award
To the two students who display the best qualities for becoming outstanding engine and deck officers.
Two $1,000 Checks & Certificates
Winners: Dylan Jaymes Bunker and Justin Andrew Jordan
Bath Iron Works Service Award
For academic excellence in engineering science.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Nathan M. Chamberland
Boston Marine Society Award
A student who exhibits strong qualities of leadership, scholarship and responsibility.
Plath Sextant
Winner: Patrick A.W. Cloud II
Captain Albion F. Coffin Memorial Award presented by the Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Association
The student with the highest honors in mathematics.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Sarah J. Gilmore
Captain Allan K. Cameron, Jr., USN Retired, Memorial Award
Graduate who achieved the top score on their engine license exams.
Digital Micrometer & Caliper with Engraved Mahogany Case
Winner: Sayre J. Pono
Captain Arthur Fournier Award
Awarded for outstanding performance in Tug & Barge operations.
$350 Gift Card
Winner: Ethan R. Boucher
Captain Christopher and Mrs. Jan Kopang Memorial Award
Graduate who achieved the top score on their deck license exams.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Matthew J. Harris
Captain Robert Spear Award
Awarded for excellence in navigation courses.
$350 Gift Card
Winner: Tyler James Brenton
Cargo Awards
Excellence in studies related to bulk liquid cargoes.
Nikon Global Compass Binoculars
and
Excellence in studies related to the design and operation of tank vessel equipment.
Binoculars
Winners: Meagan V. Coucette and Lucas Anthony Gaddini
Dr. Lev S. Sheiba Award
To a deserving Marine Systems Engineering student.
$1,500 Cash Award
Winner: Henry Christopher Pilot
Hamilton Marine Company Award
Vessel Operations and Technology: Excellence in navigation.
$350 Gift Card
Winner: Bretton Dennis McAlister
Henry Brooks Award in International Business & Logistics
The graduating senior who exemplifies contributions to the Academy and to the community at large.
$250 Cash Award
Winner: Elise Emilie Allen
Holmes/Valliere/Young Award in International Business and Logistics
The IBL student who demonstrates potential for exceptional professional performance.
This year’s award is sponsored by John Holmes, Joseph Valliere, and Clarence Young, representing the classes of 1999 and 2001. They encourage member of the Class of 2021 to support future classes and the Academy throughout your careers.
$5,000 Cash Award
Winner: Sarah J. Gilmore
International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots Award
The seaman you would most like to sail with.
Binoculars & $1500 Initiation Fee Credit
Winner: Andrew J. Todd
Loeb-Sullivan School of International Business & Logistics Faculty Award
Awarded to the graduate or undergraduate Loeb-Sullivan School student who has earned the respect of the LSS-IBL faculty, who demonstrates exceptional professionalism and shows the greatest potential for advancing the field of international business and logistics.
$500 Cash Award
Winners: Derek Gaylen Chapman
Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Association (voted on by senior class)
The individual selected by the graduating class as having done the most for the graduating class and MMA.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Joseph Clifford Stanley
The MMA Core Value Award established in memory of Captain Dr. Wallace S. Reed by Dr. Elaine Potoker
Awarded to an International Business and Logistics student, interdisciplinary, or dual major in logistics whose work exemplifies the visionary example of Dr. Wallace Reed and the institutional mission of Maine Maritime Academy. Dr. Reed was instrumental in the development of the graduate program at MMA and was also an avid proponent of logistics education before it was popularly understood.
$1000 Cash Award
Winner: Mackenzie L. Philbrick
Maine Maritime Academy Department of Arts & Sciences Award
The student who demonstrates superior appreciation and understanding of the value of the pure sciences, social sciences and the humanities.
$250 Cash Award
Winner: Avery Joyce O’Neal
Maine Maritime Academy Parents Association Award
Students who display the greatest advancement in each branch of study.
Four $500 Cash Awards
Winners: Morgan Sage Boudreau, Oliver Tate Higgins, Renaissance C. Lyman, and Ashlyn A. Royal
Maine Maritime Academy Student Citizenship Award
The student who leads by example through the demonstration of exemplary conduct, ethical behavior and an appreciation for the diverse experiences and opinions of others.
Two Diploma Picture Frames
Winner: Keith Austin Jordan and Mackenzie L. Philbrick
Maine Maritime Academy Student Life Award
The student who has made significant contributions to the enrichment of the student experience for all through their own involvement in the continuation and implementation of student programs that support or compliment academic, professional, and/or social activities on and off campus.
Diploma Picture Frame
Winner: Avery Joyce O’Neal
Marine Transportation Faculty Award
Awarded to the Marine Transportation Operations or Vessel Operations and Technology student who has demonstrated an exemplary level of character and professionalism, earning the highest respect of the Marine Transportation professors.
Binoculars
Winner: Michael P. Joosten
Nathan Corning Award
Excellence in Marine Science.
Two $250 Cash Awards
Winners: Alesha Marie Gregoire and Catherine Rita Mahoney
Ocean Studies Research Award
Awarded to the student for quality in undergraduate research as demonstrated by commitment to excellence and intellectual curiosity.
$500 Cash Award
Winner: Christian Cruz Pamatian
Penobscot Bay and River Pilots Award
MTO or VOT: Excellence in shiphandling.
$250 Cash Award
Winner: Matthew J. Harris
Spill Control Association of America (SCAA) Award
Awarded to the student who has demonstrated outstanding interest, creativity, initiative and commitment to Environmental Excellence in the performance of their course of study.
Weems & Plath Gimballed Box Clock and Certificate
Winner: Jessica Z. D’Auria
Walter Travis Award
Presented to a graduating senior for excellence in waterfront operations.
Engraved Plaque and Check for $400
Winner: Ashlyn A. Royal
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