Meagan Ferguson
College of Agriculture
Sponsor: Superior Ag, Inc.

Ms. Ferguson is completing her Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business this spring. She is a wonderful student, a high achiever, and expects nothing but the best from herself. Meagan has proven her ability to master difficult subject matter?she is inquisitive and insightful. She is an active member of the Society of Agricultural Managers, Chico State's Women's Volleyball team, and the Chico State Dairy Science Club. In addition, Meagan belongs to three honor societies including Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, and Golden Key. She has assisted with the coordination of University Farm activities and is involved in the outreach program to recruit agriculture students from California high schools.
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Lisa Calvert
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences
Sponsor: Valene Smith

Ms. Calvert is an exemplary student, dedicated to learning the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the field of social work. Lisa combines an impressive academic record with her service to the community and commitment to her academic major. Lisa is a founder and president of the Student Association of Social Workers. Her leadership initiated the campus celebration of "Social Work Awareness Month." She is dedicated to creating a more professional image for social work students. Lisa is a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key and Pinnacle honor societies. She is a parent volunteer at Durham Elementary School, teaches for the local 4-H Club, and volunteers at Catalyst.
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Suzanne Cozad
College of Business
Sponsor: Wells Fargo Bank

Ms. Cozad excels scholastically by maintaining a very high GPA in her double majors of Accounting and Management Information Systems. Suzanne embodies scholarship, leadership, and community service. She has been involved with Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), holding the offices of Vice President of Public Relations and President. Suzanne has helped the Chico State SIFE team achieve local, regional, and national recognition for the innovation, impact and influence of its outreach projects. As a result of her work with SIFE, Suzanne received the Award for Excellence in Outstanding Community Service from the Campus Outreach Opportunity League, a national honor.
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Earl Jessee
College of Communication and Education
Sponsor: Lance Lew

Mr. Jessee is an excellent student. A Graphic Design major with a minor in Modern Jewish and Israeli Studies, Earl has achieved academic success while working first at Lightside Group and now at the Instructional Media Center, where he has been involved in the design of Chico Statements. Earl has served as the editor for the Orion Online since last fall. He is responsible for the design, production, and maintenance of the award-winning on-line editions. Earl is a member of Designers in Progress and the Art Director for the Feed Alanna project.
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Matthew Campbell
College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
Sponsor: Judy and Gary Sitton

Mr. Campbell is at the top of his Mechanical Engineering class. His academic record is outstanding, achieving a place on the Dean's List every semester. He is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. He was the Project Director and Sponsorship Supervisor for Chico State's ASME Human-Powered Vehicle Team. Currently Matt is Vice President and Treasurer of Tau Beta Pi, the national engineering honor society. Matthew serves the community as well, through his work with World in Motion, as a youth league soccer coach and a Little League referee.
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Svetlana Boyarkina
School of Graduate, International, and Sponsored Programs
Sponsor: Butte Creek Foundation

As a graduate student, Ms. Boyarkina is intelligent, dedicated, enthusiastic, and insightful. "Sveta" is an international student from Russia, pursuing a master's degree in Education with an emphasis on teaching English as a second language. She returned to Chico after spending one year at CSU, Chico on a Freedom Support Scholarship in 1993-1994. Sveta has worked on campus as a tutor, instructor, and activity coordinator for the American Language and Culture Institute. She is currently a Russian language tutor and interpreter for the University. In addition to her involvement with the Russian Club, Sveta makes herself available to mentor other Russian-speaking students.
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Stephanie Rahlfs
College of Humanities and Fine Arts

Ms. Rahlfs, double majoring in Philosophy and Political Science, has an outstanding record of service to the University community and the State of California. She has served as President and Treasurer for Phi Sigma Tau, the national philosophy honor society. She is the current Associated Students Commissioner of Legislative Affairs, and at the state level, holds an executive position as Chair of the Legislative Affairs Committee for the California State Student Association. She has worked on behalf of 350,000 CSU students to insure that their perspectives are represented at the capital in Sacramento. Stephanie was a 1998 Rawlins Award recipient and is also this year's recipient of the $500 University Outstanding Student Leader Award.
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Amy Palko
College of Natural Sciences
Sponsor: Smucker Quality Beverages

Ms. Palko exhibits a combination of dedicated leadership and academic excellence. Amy is the current president of the Biological Sciences Honor Society, Omicron Theta Epsilon, and Treasurer of the Nutrition and Food Science Association. Amy has been credited for the development of Omicron, and her ability to bring two departments, Biological Sciences and Nutritional Food Science, together to strengthen the organization. Amy is a member of the Golden Key Honor Society, the Pre-Med Club, the American Dietetic Association, and the Tennis Club. Amy's academic achievements are exemplary as well. She has received a Rawlins Merit Award, a Corson Honor Scholarship, and a Ritchie Scholarship.
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Sandra Pessner
Undergraduate Education
Sponsor: Undergraduate Education

Ms. Pessner is an excellent example of Chico's highest achieving students. Sandra is a member of the Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society and her academic performance has earned her recognition on the Dean's List each semester at CSU, Chico. Sandra discovered her love of teaching while volunteering at her daughter's elementary school. As a result, she chose to major in liberal studies. Sandra has served over 500 volunteer hours in public schools. She is a member of the Re-Entry Affairs council and the first Liberal Studies mentor to serve in the Re-Entry Center.
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