Pace Setters
Student Awards
The Pace Setter Award
Annual award given to the college’s top students, who are selected on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated leadership ability. Nominated and voted on by faculty, staff, and peers, these undergraduates and graduate students receive certificates, pins, and scholarships at the spring ceremony. View past recipients or submit a nomination.
Walter M. Rudin Junior Award
The Walter M. Rudin Junior Award is presented each year to the most outstanding junior undergraduate student in the college. Established in 1982, the award is given in recognition of both academic and leadership excellence. It is named in honor of Walter Rudin, a Pace Setters emeritus council member, and commemorates his contributions to Pace Setters. View past recipients.
S. Maurice Bostic and Birch S.M. Bostic Memorial Award
The S. Maurice Bostic and Birch S.M. Bostic Memorial Award is presented to the outstanding male member of the baccalaureate graduating class based on recognition of both academic excellence and outstanding leadership. The award was established in honor of S. Maurice Bostic, past president of Commercial Motor Freight, Inc., and Birch S. M. Bostic, his late grandson. View past recipients.
Katherine Porter Allen Prize
The Katherine Porter Allen Prize is presented annually to the outstanding female graduate in business. Katherine Porter Allen, assistant dean and secretary of the Fisher College at the time of her death in 1970, was a respected administrator who made significant contributions to the college during her 24 years of dedicated service. This prize was established to honor her memory. View past recipients.
Jack W. Stephenson Award
The Jack W. Stephenson Award is presented each year to students with outstanding scholastic leadership and athletic accomplishments. Jack Stephenson was an alumnus with a high regard for the Fisher College and one who made substantial contributions to Ohio State’s athletic program. Just prior to his death in 1971, he served as chairman of the Pace Setters Board. View past recipients.
Robert E. Georges Senior Award
The Robert E. Georges Senior Award is presented to a graduating senior in the college in recognition of both academic excellence and outstanding leadership. The award honors Robert Georges, retired associate dean of the college, and reflects his commitment to excellence. View past recipients.
