Since 1948, Honors Day has been a proud tradition at The University of Texas at Austin, a day dedicated to recognizing our most exceptional students. These remarkable Longhorns have earned the titles of College Scholars and Distinguished College Scholars by rising to meet — and often exceed — rigorous academic standards.
At UT, our mission is to help students unlock their full potential. Honors Day is our chance to celebrate those who’ve gone above and beyond, turning ambition into achievement and making their mark as the academic leaders of our community. On Saturday, April 5, top academic performers from The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy were recognized during the 77th Annual Honors Day celebration at the Texas Union. Students received honor cords and congratulations in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements, marking a proud moment of celebration and distinction within the Texas Pharmacy community.
Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Renee' Acosta, R.Ph., M.S., brought energy and enthusiasm as the vibrant Master of Ceremonies. Kicking things off with flair, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs Justin Samuel, Ph.D., delivered a warm and thoughtful Introduction of Scholars while Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice Samantha Catanzano, Pharm.D., BCPP, took the stage for the Recognition of Scholars, making sure each honoree got their well-deserved moment to shine.
Distinguished College Scholars and College Scholars were recognized by the college, then proceeded to the Moody Center for the University-wide Honors Day Program hosted by Interim President James E. Davis. Each scholar who attended the ceremony received a set of honors cords that can be worn with academic regalia at Commencement. Distinguished College Scholars were also awarded a medallion on stage.
Distinguished College Scholars
Collin Andrew Blackwell
Chad Michael Dittmar
Erica Marie Jermain
College Scholars
Esther Albuquerque
Sarah A. Hilzendager
Damaris Jacota
Edelquin Leanna Mosgrove
Mia Chunyue Schraeder
Aria Aliya Shoop
Srisha Veeramachaneni
Austin Thomas Wissman
Pharmacy Scholars
Nora Bassam Abifaraj
Abigail Grace Allen
Emily Katherine Anderson
Asyifa Puti Arcandra
Christina M. Atherton
Philip T. Baily
Risha Hitesh Bhuta
Riya Hitesh Bhuta
Adam Campos
Casey Michelle Carswell
Isabella Grace Coleman
Aisha Darvesh
Alexiss Alisse Dennett-Zuniga
Madison Melrose Dishaw
Phuong H. Do
Isaac Zachary Dominguez
Dean Michael Enriquez
Alex Rene Garcia
Maria Antoinetta Gugliano
Cecelia Marie Hambleton
Rachel Jane Helbling
Claire Elise Homrok
Des Ray Inocencio
McKenna Paige Jackson
Claire Elise Jahnke
Bailey Cheyenne Jordan
Molly Brooke Levine
Elizabeth Sara Longo
Aldwin Enrique Martin
Jessica Dawn Martin
Emilee Ann McMellon
Hannah Renee Navarro
Kim-Yen Phuoc Nguyen
Minh Huynh Khanh Nguyen
John Matthew Norwood
Dylan Ray Pitman
Melody Fox Richards
Delandra Monique Robinson
Kristopher A. Rodriguez
Diana Laura Saldana
Simin Sari
Jacob R. Shaye
Tamara Nina Tarbox
Zachary Stephen Taylor
Nancy Li Teng
Maria Simona Velez
Kayla Gayle Walker
Marc Anthony Zamora
Allie Katrina Zimmerman
