Students’ many achievements and contributions at Highline College took center stage at the 2015 Student Awards Ceremony on May 20. Nearly 60 students received well-earned recognition for their efforts during the 2014–15 academic year and were honored in front of friends, family, fellow students and college staff and faculty.

An annual event since 1999, the Student Awards Ceremony was hosted by Highline student body vice president, Ruth Krizan, who is also fondly known as Chancellor of Cheers.

Each academic department could select up to two students to be recognized. Winners were also chosen from leadership programs and clubs that are funded by student activities fees.

All told, 14 programs recognized 25 students for their outstanding scholastic achievement and 15 programs recognized 38 students for their campus involvement and outstanding contributions to their respective programs. Five students received two awards. Approximately 16,500 students attend Highline each year.

The event was funded by Student Services and Activities fees and sponsored by the Associated Students of Highline College with the Center for Leadership and Service.