Pair of Graduating Scholars Receive Prestigious University Awards

Pair of Graduating Scholars Receive Prestigious University Awards krhone Mon, 05/18/2026 - 12:13 Other RecognitionsAdditionally, several Scholars were named recipients of Omicron Delta Kappa Awards, including a Sophomore Leader of the Year finalist. These sophomores were selected in recognition of their achievement and leadership skills on campus through the five areas of campus community life. Congratulations to:Raj Bhansali (GPH)Three first-year Scholars received Top Ten Freshmen distinction. Congratulations to:Alexander Allin (DJ)Utkarsh Mandsaurwale (BSE)Emily Noonan (CESG) Program NewsAlumni NewsPublic Leadership NewsGlobal Public Health NewsA pair of College Park Scholars alumni are among the UMD's most celebrated after the 45th annual University Student Leadership Awards ceremony held last week.Public Leadership alum Eileen Chen and Global Public Health alum Saili Khorjekar were both named to the Maryland Medallion Society, which is comprised of 20 finalists for the Model Citizenship Prizes and the Wilson H. Elkins Award, two of UMD's most prestigious honors. The Maryland Medallion Society is a community of students who have shown exceptional leadership and integrity.May 06, 2026