The La Follette School faculty recognized several graduating students at the May 2009 graduation for their academic records. Alison Quatrini and continuing student Evan Johnson received the first Piore Prize for Best Paper in Science and Public Policy. Lauren Benditt received a Director’s Award as the student with the most outstanding academic record who demonstrates the ability to apply policy analysis and management skills. She also received the Penniman Prize for the most outstanding paper. Emily Engel received a second Penniman Prize for a paper she and 2008 grad Andria Hayes-Birchler wrote. A second Director’s Award went to Collin O’Rourke.
This article appeared in the fall 2009 La Follette Notes newsletter for alumni and friends.
Class of 2009 looks forward to challenges, May 27, 2009, La Follette School News