Student Awards
Spring 2023 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate — For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Jack Jenkins.
History Major Award — For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in their history courses at Union University — his year's winner was Tad Binkley.
History Minor Award — For a graduating history minor who has excelled in their history courses at Union University — This year's winner was Adren Pearce.
Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards — For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place — Jack Jenkins, who dealt with "American Interstates: The Connecter and Divider"
- Second Place — Noah Kea, who wrote on "Fires in Kharkov: An Explanation for Russian Disasters at Kharkov"
- Third Place — Christian Young who penned a paper on "Native American Boarding Schools: The Cultural Genocide of Native Americans"
- Honorable Mention
- Breanna Edmiston who authored a paper titled "The Persistence of Deism: A Defense of the Founding Fathers' Religion,"
- Abigail Gilbert, who wrote about "Robin Hood: Man or Myth?"
- Jonathan Sanders who focused on "The History of the Interpretation of the Author of Hebrews."
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences — For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2023 Kentucky Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Western Kentucky University on April 15. Each of them received a book and a certificate of commendation. They were Breanna Edmiston, Abigail Gilbert, Jack Jenkins, and Christian Young.
Recognitions for Student Club Officers — For the 2022-2023 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department certificates of appreciation went to:
- Tad Binkley — President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Breanna Edmiston — Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Breanna Edmiston — President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club
Fifteenth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award — For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Geoffrey Lindley.
Special Recognition for Dr. Carls's Retirement — The Department of History gave retiring history professor Dr. Stephen Carls a hand-carved wooden poppies bowl with historical significance for his 40 years of faithful service to the department and Union University.
Spring 2022 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate — For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Anne Adams.
History Major Award — For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union University — This year's winners were Walker Beasley, Nicholas Terra, and Jackson Waters.
History Minor Award — For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was Sydney Schmude.
Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards — For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place — Anne Adams, who authored a paper on "A 'Sincere and Informal' Relationship: Twentieth-Century Popular Monarchy and the Bond between Wilhelmina of the Netherlands and Her People in World War II."
- Second Place — Nicholas Terra, who wrote on "The 1775 Bermuda Gunpowder Plot: An Analysis of Its Historical and Cultural Significance."
- Third Place — Breanna Edmiston, who penned a paper on "'Seize'd by the Passions or Squeeze'd out of Reason?' An Essay Highlighting the Controversy of the Great Awakening."
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences — For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2022 Arkansas Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Harding University on April 2. Each of them received a book and a certificate of recognition. They were Anne Adams and Nicholas Terra.
Recognitions for the Spring Graduating History Majors and Phi Alpha Theta Members — Graduating history majors and Phi Alpha Theta members included: Anne Adams (history and Phi Alpha Theta), Sandra Allen (history and Phi Alpha Theta), Walker Beasley (history and Phi Alpha Theta), Dalton Lefave (history), and Nicholas Terra (history and Phi Alpha Theta).
Recognitions for Student Club Officers — For the 2021-2022 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Nicholas Terra — President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society.
- Tad Binkley — Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society.
- Sandra Allen — President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club.
Fourteenth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award — For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Mr. Jonathan Nason.
Special Recognition for Dr. Lindley's Upcoming Retirement — The Department of History gave retiring history professor Dr. W. Terry Lindley a crystal award for his 36 years of faithful service to the department and Union University.
Spring 2021 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate — For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Addison Osborne.
History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union University — This year's winners were Rebekah Lisle and Savannah Wright.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards — For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place — William Walker Beasley, who dealt with "War and Chaos at a Place of Peace: The Battle of Shiloh and the Defeat of the Army of the Mississippi"
- Second Place — Jackson Waters, who wrote on "The Decline and Fall of the Virginian Church"
- Third Place — Anne Adams who penned a paper on "A Young Queen of Character and Faith: Wilhelmina of the Netherlands' Role in Unifying the Netherlands in the Early 20th Century," and Addison Osborne who dealt with "Black Gold: Eastern Kentucky's Resource Curse"
- Honorable Mention — Tad Binkley who authored a paper titled "The Sacrifice: Stephen Mather and the National Park Service Organic Act," and Savannah Wright who focused on "The Sound of Movie Music: The Development of Hollywood Film Music and American Culture"
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences — For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2021 Phi Alpha Theta Super-Regional Virtual Conference at the University of Arkansas on March 13. Each of them received a book and a certificate of commendation. They were Sandra Allen, Jackson Waters, and Savannah Wright.
Recognitions for the Spring Graduating History Majors and Phi Alpha Theta Members — Graduating history majors and Phi Alpha Theta members included Matthew Latham (history and Phi Alpha Theta), Rebekah Lisle (history and Phi Alpha Theta), Noah Ross (history), and Savannah Wright (history and Phi Alpha Theta).
Recognitions for Student Club Officers — For the 2020-2021 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Savannah Wright — President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Sandra Allen — Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Davina Norris — President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club
Thirteenth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award — For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Dr. Keith Bates.
Spring 2020 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate — For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Luke Sower.
History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union University — This year's winners were Katie Allison and Christopher Hearn.
History Minor Award — For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winners were William Hazlerig and Lillie Salazar.
History Student Teacher Award — For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winners were Macon Bullock and Megan Ledbetter.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards — For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place — Luke Sower, who dealt with "The Lords of All Creation: Environmental Transformation in the Rise of Tenochtitlan"
- Second Place — Katie Allison, who wrote on "Biblical Feminism: An Oxymoron? A History of Evangelical Feminists' Understanding of Biblical Justice and Biblical Authority"
- Third Place — Macon Bullock who penned a paper on "Charles Guiteau: An Assassin's Legacy," and Christopher Hearn who dealt with "A Great Man, or Maybe a Criminal: The Comedic Iconoclasm of Tom Smothers"
- Honorable Mention — Leah Atkins who authored a paper titled "Poisonous Women: Gender and Power in Ancient Rome," and Jack Waters who focused on "Muscular Christianity, Racial Theory, and the Call of Theodore Roosevelt"
Recognitions for Student Club Officers — For the 2019-2020 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Luke Sower — President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Megan Ledbetter — Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Leah Atkins — President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club
Twelfth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award — For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Mr. John Kea.
Spring 2019 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Lauren Butler.
History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was William Choate. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winner was Brianna Hammond.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place - Katlyn Allison, who dealt with "The Feminine Pens of Revolution: A History of Women's Patriot Political Literature in the American Revolution"
- Second Place - Luke Sower, who wrote on "Christian Shamanism: Ivan Veniaminov and the Adoption of Orthodoxy as the Indigenous Faith of Russian Alaska"
- Third Place - Megan Ledbetter who focused on "From Reconciliation to Revolution: The Shift in Colonial Perspective of British Authority Preceding the American Revolution"
- Honorable Mention - Christopher Hearn who authored a paper titled "The Push to Rebellion: Georgia's Entrance into the American Revolution"
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2019 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Belmont University on March 30. Each of them received a book and certificate of recognition. They were Lauren Butler, William Choate, and Luke Sower.
Recognitions for Student Club Officers - For the 2018-2019 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Lauren Butler - President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Luke Sower - Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
Eleventh Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Mr. Robert Briley.
Spring 2018 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Seth Reid.
History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. There were two winners this year, namely, Jonathan Pope and Ali Renckens.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's award recipients were:
- First Place Award - Luke Sower, who authored "From Tenochtitlan to Mexico City: Cortés' Dream to Regain the Glory of the Aztec Capital"
- Second Place Award - Seth Reid, whose paper was titled "The Votary of the Blue Flower: A Historical Reflection on Hope in the Life and Thought of C. S. Lewis"
- Third Place Award - Ali Renckens, who wrote on "From the Coalbin to the Diamond: How Baseball Changed America's Most Segregated City"
- Honorable Mention Award - Leah Atkins, for her paper called "Poisonous Women: A Literal and Metaphorical Contaminant"
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2018 Arkansas Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at the University of Arkansas at Monticello on April 7. Each of them received a book and a certificate of recognition for their outstanding papers. They were: Leah Atkins who won third place honors at the conference; Lauren Butler; Ali Renckens; and Luke Sower, who won the first-place award in the regional conference paper competition.
Recognitions for Student Club Officers - For the 2017-2018 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the 2017-2018 president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Katherine Cheshire - Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Seth Reid - President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Ali Renckens - President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club.
Tenth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Ms. Beverly Smothers.
Spring 2017 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Emily Littleton.
History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was Beth Adams.
History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was Thomas Gray.
History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winner was Stephen Lewoczko.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place - Emily Littleton, who dealt with "A Strange and Bitter Crop: Examining the Roots of Tent City in Fayette County, Tennessee"
- Second Place - Beth Adams, who wrote on "Nobility or Necessity?: Native Americans' and White Settlers' Claims to Early Kentucky"
- Third Place (tie) - Stephen Lewoczko, who wrote about "A Real-Life Horror Story: The Unjust Court-Martial of Captain Charles McVay III;" and Seth Reid whose paper was on "The Faith of Revolutionary Clergymen: The Varying Responses of American Clergymen to the War of Independence"
- Honorable Mention - Priscilla Porter who authored a paper titled "The Forgotten British"
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2017 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at the University of Tennessee at Martin on April 1. Each of them received a book and a certificate of commendation. They were: Beth Adams, Stephen Lewoczko, Emily Littleton, and Seth Reid.
Recognitions for Student Club Officers - For the 2016-2017 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the 2016-2017 president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Jordan Sellers - President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Kathryn Mitchell - Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Kathryn Mitchell - President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club.
Seventh Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Mr. Rick Rudesill.
Spring 2016 Department Awards
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| Dr. David Thomas (left) congratulates Allen Bradley at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, as he presents him with a History Minor Award. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. David Thomas congratulates Olivia Winters at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, on her History Minor Award. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Stephen Carls (left) presents the first place award in the Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Competition to Seth Reid at Union University's Annual Awards Convocation on May 6, 2016. Photo by Kristi Woody |
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| Dr. Henry Allen congratulates Lauren Geary at the department awards banquet on May 5, 2016, as he gives her the second place award in the Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Competition. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Henry Allen (left) congratulates Nicholas Hancock at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, for winning third place in the Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Competition. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Keith Bates presents a certificate of commendation and a book to Olivia Winters at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, for the excellent paper that she presented at the Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference on April 2. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Stephen Carls (left) presents a certificate of appreciation to Nicholas Hancock at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, for his work as president of Phi Alpha Theta in 2015-2016. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Stephen Carls (left) presents a certificate of appreciation to Allen Bradley at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, for his work as vice president of Phi Alpha Theta in 2015-2016. Photo by Mikalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Terry Lindley presents a certificate of appreciation to Kathryn Mitchell at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016, for her work as president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club in 2015-2016. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
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| Dr. Stephen Carls (right) presents the History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award to J. Jason Williams at the history awards banquet on May 5, 2016. Photo by MiKalla Cotton |
History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winners were Allen Bradley and Olivia Winters.
The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
- First Place - Seth Reid, "The Fall of Tenochtitlan: The Difficult Distinction between Civil War and Conquest"
- Second Place - Lauren Geary, who dealt with "The Angel of Death: Influences and Effects of Nazi Eugenics "
- Third Place - Nicholas Hancock, who wrote on "Jonathan Edwards and the Psalms: The Narrative of Christ"
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2016 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Union University on April 2. Each of them received a book and a certificate of commendation. They were: Jeremy Ebert, Kathryn Mitchell, Jordan Sellers, and Olivia Winters.
Recognitions for Student Club Officers - For the 2015-2016 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the 2015-2016 president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
- Nicholas Hancock - President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Allen Bradley - Vice President of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Kathryn Mitchell - President of the Rutledge Honorary History Club.
Eighth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was J. Jason Williams.
Spring 2015 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Faith Bagley. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was Sarah Carroll. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union University. This year's winner was Bree McCuin. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winner was Shelby Pace. The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any Union University history course in the past year. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
Recognitions for Delta-Psi Chapter Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta student Faith Bagley who delivered an outstanding paper at the 2015 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Austin Peay State University on February 28. She received a book and a certificate of commendation. Recognitions for Student Club Officers - For the 2014-2015 president and vice president of the Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and the 2014-2015 president of the Rutledge Honorary History Club. The department gave certificates of appreciation to:
Seventh Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Chancellor Carma Dennis McGee. Phi Alpha Theta Membership Award - The Delta-Psi chapter of Phi Alpha Theta presented a membership certificate to Union University President Dr. Samuel W. "Dub" Oliver on April 30. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Spring 2014 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winners were Charles Snow and Gracie Wise. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners were Allie Durham, Heather Stricklin, and Lowell Van Ness. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year's winner was Grace Morriss.. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winner was Josh Lents. The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
Recognitions for Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2014 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Tennessee Tech University on February 22. They were: Colby Benefield, Grace Morriss, Charles Snow, and Zachary Thompson. Allie Durham submitted a paper but was unable to attend the conference because of illness. The four students in attendance received books and certificates of commendation. Durham received a book only. Sixth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Angie B. Nichols Recognitions for Student Club Officers:
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Spring 2013 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Mary Ellen Poe. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners were Patricia Dawson and Jeffrey Lewoczko. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year's winner was Will Miller. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major with a secondary education minor who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year's winner was Chad Buckley. The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
Recognition for Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - For Phi Alpha Theta students who delivered outstanding papers at the 2013 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Belmont University on February 23. They were: Patricia Dawson, Jeffrey Lewoczko, and Mary Ellen Poe. Fifth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's recipient was Mr. Nelson Piercey. Recognition for Student Club Officers:
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Spring 2012 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Excellence Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Caitlin Roach. History Major Award - For graduating history majors who have done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners were David Conway, Elaura Highfield, and Caraline Rickard.. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year's winner was Hannah Marsh. The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
Recognition for Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences - The following students delivered outstanding papers at the 2012 Tennessee Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference at Middle Tennessee State University on March 24 and were recognized at the history department awards banquet for the quality of their presentations and their faithfulness to Phi Alpha Theta's regional conference system: Savannah German, Caraline Rickard, and Caitlin Roach. Fourth Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year's winner was Mr. H. Jack Holmes. Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2011 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Achievement Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year’s winner was Kate Cline. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year’s winners were Elizabeth Blevins and Betsy Davis. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year’s winner was Katelyn O’Roark. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major who has met all of the requirements of the Secondary Professional Education Program and who has shown an exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year’s winner was Kevin Reid. Third Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year’s winner was Mr. John Burleson. The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year's winners were:
Recognition for Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences The following students delivered outstanding papers at the 2011 Kentucky-Jackson Purchase Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference on April 2 and were duly recognized by the history department for the quality of their presentations and their faithfulness to Phi Alpha Theta’s regional conference system: Elizabeth Blevins, Betsy Davis, Mary Ellen Poe, Caitlin Roach, and Mary Alisa Techentin. Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2010 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Achievement Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year’s winner was Noah Arnold. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winner was Cameron White. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year’s winner was Lauren Bogdan. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major in secondary education who has shown exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year’s winner was Stephen Powell. Second Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year’s winner was Mrs. Teresa Luna . The Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Paper Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year’s winners were:
Recognition for Student Paper Presenters at Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences The following students delivered outstanding papers at the 2010 Tennessee or Alabama Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conferences and were duly recognized for the quality of their presentations and their faithfulness to Phi Alpha Theta's regional conference system: Elizabeth Blevins presented at the Tennessee regional conference at Lee University on March 27; Noah Arnold, Kate Cline, Charles Googe, and Shelby Johnson presented at the Alabama regional conference at the University of North Alabama on April 10. Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2009 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin and Academic Achievement Certificate - For a graduating member of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Hannah Holliday. History Major Award - For a graduating history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year’s winners were Joshua Abbotoy and Kathleen Cooper. History Minor Award - For a graduating history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year’s winners were Joshua Hays and Alicia Stitch. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating history major in secondary education who has shown exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year’s winner was Trista Rowland. First Annual History Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award - For a history alumnus/alumna who has excelled in his or her professional career, in service to the community or the history profession, and/or in support of the activities of the Department of History. This year’s winner was Dr. Bob R. Agee. The James Alex Baggett History Research Awards - For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnotes or endnotes, and a correctly done bibliography. This year’s winners were:
Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2008 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year’s winner is Mary Beth Johnson. History Major Award - For a graduating senior history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year’s winners was Abby Carpenter. History Minor Award - For a graduating senior history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year’s winners are Marielle Dirkx and Andrew Gray. History Student Teacher Award - For a graduating senior history major in secondary education who has shown exceptional commitment to achieving excellence in classroom teaching. This year’s winner was Nikki Henry. History Department Service Award - For a graduating senior history major who has shown exceptional commitment to participating in department activities during his or her student years at Union University. This year’s winner was Cameron Armstrong. The James Alex Baggett History Research Awards -- For the best papers presented as part of the requirements in any history course. Papers are judged on the use of primary sources, the originality of the topic, the historical quality and depth of the study, writing style, appropriate footnoting or endnoting, and a correctly done bibliography. This year’s winners were:
Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2007 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner is John Crawford. The John W. Burgess Award - Given to a senior political science major by the Tennessee Political Science Association for meritorious achievement in political science at Union University. This year's winner is Jonathon Mark Walls. History Major Award - For a senior history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners are Douglas Martin and Jared Myracle. Political Science Major Award - For a senior political science major who has done exceptionally high quality work in political science courses at Union. This year's winners are Derrick Lambert and Rachel Winford. History Minor Award - For a senior history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year's winners are D. L. Frugé and Amanda Norris. Political Science Minor Award - For a senior political science minor who has done high-level work in political science courses at Union. This year's winner is Drew Zimmer. The Political Science Research Awards - For the best original research papers that are submitted as part of the requirements for the political science senior seminar. This year's winners are:
The James Alex Baggett History Research Awards -- For the best original research papers presented as part of the requirements for any history course. This year's winners are:
The Lewis Edward Moore, Sr. Memorial Award - For the winner of the political science research paper competition sponsored by the Tennessee Political Science Association. This year's winner is Derrick Lambert. Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2006 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner is Jennifer May. The John W. Burgess Award - Given to a senior political science major by the Tennessee Political Science Association for meritorious achievement in political science at Union University. This year's winner is Jenny Buffington. History Major Award - For a senior history major who has done outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners are Jessica Gertig and Heather Castleberry. Political Science Major Award - For a senior political science major who has done exceptionally high quality work in political science courses at Union. This year's winner is Joshua Dougan. History Minor Award - For a senior history minor who has done excellent work in history courses at Union. This year's winner is Matthew Owens. Political Science Minor Award - For a senior political science minor who has done high-level work in political science courses at Union. This year's winners are Brian Lea and Matthew Courtner . The Political Science Research Awards - For the best original research papers that are submitted as part of the requirements for the political science senior seminar. This year's winners are:
The James Alex Baggett History Research Awards -- For the best original research papers presented as part of the requirements for any history course. This year's winners are:
Recognition for Club Presidents:
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Spring 2005 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year’s winner was Ian Crawford. Political Science Major Award - For exceptionally high quality work in political science courses at Union. This year's winner was Matthew Oshel. History Major Award - For outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winner was Mariann Martin. John W. Burgess Award - For meritorious work in political science at Union University. This year's winner was Adrienne Briles. History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This year's winner was Grant Taylor. Political Science Minor Award - For high-level work in the political science minor. This year’s winner was Stephanie Ozier. Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Awards - Presented to students whose papers represent the best original research and writing in the area of history during an academic year. The winners for 2004-2005 were:
Political Science Research Paper Awards - Presented to students for the best original research papers submitted as part of the requirements for any political science course. This year’s winners were:
Special Recognitions were given to the following students for their work and dedication as student leaders in the department during 2004-2005: Rutledge Honorary History Club President - Kari Barnhart President of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta - Heather Tobe Union Pre-Law Society President - Matthew Oshel
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Spring 2004 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was David Patterson. Political Science Research Award - For the best original research paper that is submitted as part of the requirements for any political science course. This year's winner was Miranda Miller. History Major Award - For outstanding work in history courses at Union. This year's winners were Adam Graig and Spencer Lowery. Political Science Major Award - For exceptionally high quality work in political science courses at Union. This year's winner was Miranda Miller. History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This year's winner was Debi Marlin Davis. Political Science Minor Award - For high-level work in the political science minor. This year's winner was Alicia Frazier. Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Awards - Presented to students whose papers represent the best original research and writing in the area of history during an academic year. The winners for 2003-2004 were:
Special recognitions were given to the following students for their work and dedication as student leaders in the department during 2003-2004: Rutledge Honorary History Club President - Kari Barnhart President of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta - Spencer Lowery Union Pre-Law Society President - Ross Mitchell |
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Spring 2003 Department Awards
History Major Award - For outstanding work in history. This year's winner was Joseph Webster. Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduation senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has an average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was Joshua Moore. John W. Burgess Award - For meritorious work in political science at Union University. This year's recipient was Preston Pettigrew. History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This years winner was David Carothers. Dr. James Alex Baggett history Research Awards - Presented to students whose papers represent the best original research and writing in the area of history during an academic year. The winners for 2002 - 2003 were:
Special recognitions were given to the following students for their work and dedication as student leaders in the department:
Rutledge Honorary History Club President - Matthew Collier
President of the Delta-Psi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta - Kevin Valies
Union Pre-Law Society President - Gregory Wilson
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Spring 2002 Department Awards
Phi Alpha Theta Scholarship Pin - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has an average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was JOCELYN VAUGHN. History Major Award - For outstanding work in history. This year's winner was MARY BETH HALTOM. History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This year's winner was DANIEL DAVIS. Political Science Major Award - For outstanding work in the area of political science. This year's winner was JEFFREY EDWARDS. Political Science Minor Award - For excellent work in the political science minor. This year's winner was SARA JACKSON. John W. Burgess Award - For meritorious work in political science at Union University. This year's recipient was TAMMI GAULDIN. The Dr. James Alex Baggett Research Awards - Presented to students whose papers represent the best original research and writing in the area of history during an academic year. The winners for 2001-2002 were:
Special recognitions were given to the following students for their work and dedication as student leaders in the department:
Spring 2001 Department AwardsPhi Alpha Theta Scholarship - For the graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner was SETH BENNETT History Major Award - For outstanding work in history. This year's winner was NEAL RAGER History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This year's winner was MARY BETH BYINGTON Political Science Major Award - For outstanding work in the area of political science. This year's winner was HANNAH VERGOSSEN Political Science Minor Award - For excellent work in the political science minor. this year's winner was SETH BENNETT John W. Burgess Award - For meritorious work in political science at Union University. This year's recipient was HANNAH VERGOSSEN The Dr. James Alex Baggett Research Awards - Presented to students whose papers represent the best original research and writing in the area of history during an academic year. The winners for 2000-2001 were:
Political Science Research Award - Given to students who have written outstanding papers as a part of their academic work in political science. The awards are based on original research, analytical quality, and stylistic clarity. This year's winner was HANNAH VERGOSSEN. Special recognitions were given to the following students for their work and dedication as student leaders in the department:
Spring 2000 Department AwardsPhi Alpha Theta Scholarship Key - For a graduating senior member of the society who has a major in history and who has a grade point average of 3.5 or better in that discipline. This year's winner is BRANDON BYRD.
History Major Award - For outstanding work in history. This year's winner is ANDREW EXUM. History Minor Award - For excellent work in the history minor. This year's winner is JERAMEE RICE. Political Science Major Award - For outstanding work in political science. This year's winner is MATT THOMPSON. Political Science Minor Award - For excellent work in the political science minor. This year's winner is BRIAN JOHNSON. John Burgess Award - For meritorious Achievement in political science at Union University. This award is presented by the Tennessee Political Science Association. This year's winner is JERAMEE RICE. Special Recognition for Meritorious Service as Club Presidents:
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1999-2000 Research Paper CompetitionThe winners of prizes in the department's history and political science research paper competitions this past year are: Dr. James Alex Baggett History Research Competition -
Political Science Research Competition -
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