2021 Student Awards
Huntsman Student Awards
Valedictorian
Jack DeSpain, Finance
Scholar of the Year
Charity Parkinson, Accounting
Graduate Student Researcher of the Year
Ryan Voges, Financial Economics
Undergraduate Student Researcher of the Year
Jake Harrison, Management
Geraldine Robins Award
Brock Hardcastle, Marketing
The Geraldine Robins award went to Brock Hardcastle, recognized especially for his work on a project to eliminate the cost of feminine hygiene products across campus.
Joe E. Whitesides Scholar-Athlete Awards
Felipe Acosta, Finance and International Business
Nick Heninger, MBA
Audrey Garrett, MBA
Nicholas Robins Award
Sami Ahmed, Finance
The Nicholas Robins award went to Sami Ahmed for his tireless efforts over the past two years serving as USU’s Student Body President, especially during this past year with the complexities of the pandemic.
Huntsman Students in USUSA Elections
USUSA President
Lucas Stevens, Economics
Diversity VP
Emilee Harmon, Marketing
Athletics and Student Recreation VP
Taylor Sampson, Marketing
Business Senator
Drew Thorngren, Business Management
Legacy of Utah State Award
Ashley Morrey, Management
The Legacy of Utah State award went to Ashley Morrey, who returned to school after becoming widowed with young children. During her time at Utah State, Ashley became the President of the Human Resource Management Club and used the challenges surrounding COVID-19 to include other national schools in virtual events.