CELEBRATING CNR ACHIEVEMENT
Check out the accomplishments of students, faculty, staff, and friends of the college within the College of Natural Resources at UW-Stevens Point! We’re all about recognizing our hard work, leadership, and big wins. From top grades to making a difference in the field, these awards highlight the dedication and passion that make our students, faculty, and staff stand out.
CNR Student Honors and Awards
The College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point proudly celebrates student excellence through two distinguished honors: the Dean’s List and the Outstanding Student Awards. Both reflect the hard work, passion, and commitment that define our CNR community.
CNR Dean’s List
Each semester, the Dean of the College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point proudly recognizes the exceptional achievements of students through the Dean’s List. This honor is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding academic dedication, earning a GPA of 3.50 or higher while pursuing majors within the CNR. Those who achieve a perfect 4.0 GPA are highlighted with an asterisk (*). This list celebrates the hard work, commitment, and passion our students bring to their studies every semester. Please note that students who have chosen to keep their information private are not included.
CNR Dean’s List Recipients for Fall 2024
- Abbe, Christine
- Abrahamson, Elina
- Acker, Mikayla
- Adams, Alice
- Adams, Joseph
- Allen, Alaina*
- Anderson, Aaron
- Anderson, Cole
- Anderson, Grace
- Andre, Marna
- Austin, Jonathan
- Axtman, Mariana*
- Baeckman, Spencer
- Balthazor, Liliana
- Bartsch, Reagan
- Baselt, Mya*
- Bauer, Riley
- Bay, Josh
- Beatty, Nathan
- Becker, Mason
- Bedner, Bridget
- Behrend, Charlie
- Bembenek, Zach
- Berrens, Landen
- Bervig, Elias
- Bexson, Riley
- Bienvenue, Simon
- Bisplinghoff, Zachary*
- Blondeau, Jayden
- Blumenthal, Jacob
- Bock, Casey
- Boldt, Braden
- Boon, Ethan*
- Bort, Devin*
- Bostic, Alexia
- Bottomley-Tharp, Evelyn
- Bowman, Gabe
- Brabant, Kilyn
- Brandt, Vincent
- Breed, Duncan*
- Broge, Taylor
- Brown, Benjamin
- Brown, Riley*
- Bruender, Gabe
- Brunner, Samuel*
- Bruns, Connor
- Brussat, Christopher
- Buckentin, Hailey
- Buckholt, Gabby*
- Buckner, Anna*
- Buerger, Brittney
- Burhop, Grace*
- Butschlick, Kate
- Cahalan, Jamie
- Canaday, Zachary
- Cariveau, Dylan*
- Carlson, Katie
- Carmean, Jenna
- Carpenter, Nolan
- Cashin, Brycen
- Cason, Zach
- Casper, Evan
- Casper, Garrett
- Charlton, Katelynn
- Check, Lindsay
- Chesnut, Mary*
- Chouinard, Jacob
- Christison, Maisie
- Ciepluch-Larson, Kenzie*
- Clark, Sydney*
- Clendenning, Azalea*
- Cleveland, Cale
- Collins, Ava
- Collins, Matthew
- Commers, Gavin
- Craig, Sophia
- Crawford, Kiona
- Dahle, Sarah
- Dalzell, Chris
- DeFranco, Kayla
- Denker, Amber
- Desai, Maya
- DeVetter, Emily
- Djupstrom, Hayley
- Dongarra, Luke*
- Doran, Rowan
- Doyle, Michaela*
- Doyle, Soile
- Duhr, Alexis
- Duignan, Daniel
- Dvorak, Logan*
- Dymanyk, Jaydon
- Dynako, Adam
- Ecker, Aidan
- Ehmiller, Brianna
- Ellifson, Jon*
- Ellison, Drew*
- Elsinger, Lee
- Engel, Ashley*
- Erst, Quinn
- Fahey, Lena
- Fahey, Riley
- Farrell, Grace*
- Feldbruegge, Isabella*
- Fischer, Grace
- Fisher, Ethan*
- Fohrenkamm, Ellen
- Follman, Ella
- Forseth, Allie
- Fraundorf, Taylor
- Frei, Noah
- Freymuth, Emily*
- Fulton, Joshua*
- Gagnon, Gavin
- Gallagher, Sasha
- Gallivan, Naomi
- Ganesh, Malha*
- Garceau, Jena
- Garcia-Heinrich, Will
- Gardner, Danae
- Garland, Mason*
- Garvey, Charlie*
- Gaull, Abby
- Gaustad, Rylee
- Geis, Lilia
- Gerberding, Seth
- Gerrits, Vaughn
- Giese, Mattea
- Gilchrist, Holly
- Gizzi, Lizzi
- Glick, Gunnar
- Goetz, Gavin
- Goff, Morgan*
- Gomes, Lucas*
- Good, Evelyn
- Goodness, Grace
- Goral, Joshua
- Gratton, Jon
- Gray, Henry*
- Gray, Rowan
- Greenwood, Kaylee
- Grichnik, Rebecca
- Gritter, Josiah
- Grove, Elizabeth*
- Gruben, Natalie
- Grudzinski, Luca
- Gulley, Madylin*
- Gunderson, Katie*
- Hage, Ada
- Hagens, Hayley
- Haight, Eli*
- Hakala, Jon
- Handfelt, Maggie*
- Hannah, Logan
- Harlow, Kayla
- Harris, Grant*
- Hart, Sammy
- Hartz, Isaac*
- Haugen, Jack
- Hauk, Xander*
- Hauschild, Dawson
- Hauser, Sophie
- Hayek, Abbey
- Heeringa, Eli
- Henneman, Rachel
- Hennings, Cody
- Hetland, Madeline
- Hetzel, Lee
- Higgins, Carver
- Hoeft, Jonathan
- Holcomb, Nat*
- Homuth, Emmett
- Homuth, Tessa
- Hougard, Sarah*
- Howland, Hunter
- Hruby, Emmett
- Hubanks, Riley*
- Hughes, Lucy
- Hughes, Owen
- Hull, Easton
- Human, Skyler
- Hunt, Nora*
- Hurley, Matthew
- Hutchens, Leif
- Inthamavong, Aaliyah
- Isensee, Adam
- Jackan, Anna
- Jade, Perla
- Jalocha, Nicholas
- Jarstad, Max
- Jeffrey, Quinn
- Jenerou, Amanda
- Jenniges, Sam
- Jensen, Nathan
- Johnson, Abigail*
- Johnson, Oliver*
- Jones, Keegan
- Kadow, Emil
- Kaiser, Connor
- Kamm, Kyle
- Kaplan, Liam*
- Karpf, Ellie*
- Keene, Tatum
- Kelnhofer, Alyssa
- Kennedy, Abrie*
- Killian, Connor
- Kirchoff, Autumn
- Klappa, Adam
- Klawiter, Aleena
- Klouda, John
- Klow, Karin
- Knutson, Troy
- Koenig, Nic
- Konopacki, Justin
- Koseor, Campbell*
- Kraemer-Curtiss, Michellelena
- Krage, Taite*
- Krautkramer, Hunter
- Kriese, Gage
- Kroncke, David*
- Kuehl, Katherine*
- Kuennen, Amelia
- Kuge, Kara
- Laine, Bennett
- Lampshire, Matthew
- Larson, Cade*
- Last, Elijah
- Latka, David
- Laurila, Kalle*
- Leach, Emma*
- Ledwidge, Shaylee
- Lefevre, Mason
- Leis, Abby*
- Lemke, Mollie
- Lensert, Davis
- Lensing, Sophia
- Lenz, Claudia
- Leonhardt, Blake*
- Lietz, Hannah
- Lieven, Kylie*
- Lilla, Michael
- Lillquist, Ian
- Lindgren, Lillie
- Lindley, Julia
- Lintner, Ewan
- Lisowski, Reece
- Lockhart, Zack*
- Lohnes, Levi
- Longsine, Dakota
- Loosen, Grace
- Lopez, Zephyr*
- Lotz, Dana*
- Lukes, Noah
- Lureau, Emily
- Lyon, Bethany
- Maas, Alice
- Maier, Logan
- Manning, Joe
- Marciniak, B*
- Marcott, Greyson
- Markham, Allie*
- Marking, Natalie
- Matherne, Logan*
- Matthews, Gabby*
- Mauhar, Dominique*
- Maung Maung, Min Thu Kha
- Mayer, Beck
- Maynard, Lily
- McCabe, Cole
- McEwen, Kelly
- McGinty, Dawson
- McHugh, Madelyn
- McKenna, Tommy
- Mclean, Josiah
- McMahon, Peter
- Mcmahon, Tyler
- Medrano, Isa
- Meisner, Milana
- Menominee, Anna*
- Mertig, Madison
- Messersmith, Brynn
- Michalzik, Emily*
- Mikel, Jackson
- Miller, Levi
- Minch, Josh
- Mindykowski, Allie
- Minke, Sarah
- Moder, Molly*
- Molitor, Isabelle*
- Monson, Brock
- Monte, Kole
- Mullard, Brayden
- Murphy, Jack
- Murphy, Logan
- Muth, Maya*
- Myers, Meredith
- Nafe, Jon
- Neiter, Claire
- Nicol, Marissa
- Niemi, Elinor
- Nimmer, Elliot*
- Nobrega, Isabelle*
- Notinokey, Hunter
- OBrien, Stephen
- O’connell, Caden
- Olson, Jon
- Olson, Ruby
- Orna, Paige
- Osland, Anthony
- Osterloth, Emma
- Paoli, Sydney
- Parlier, Landon*
- Peissig, Sophia
- Penzkover, Derek
- Peotter, Nick
- Peterson, Miah
- Peterson, Reeve
- Peterson, Samantha
- Petrach, Veronica*
- Pillai, Jaiden
- Pinter, Nikki*
- Pisarski, Sky*
- Pitcel, Ben
- Pohlkamp, Molly
- Porod, Renee
- Powers, Devin
- Purdy, Jeffrey
- Radford, Tori
- Ramirez, Jacob*
- Rank, Meghan*
- Rasch, Andrew*
- Rasmussen, Tyler
- Rautmann, Madelyn*
- Recker, Sydney*
- Reed, Sheniah
- Reid, Easton
- Reid, Sophie
- Richardson, Aaron
- Riestenberg, Claire*
- Ripplinger, Brenna
- Rodgers, Brandon
- Roeven, Thijs*
- Rolling, Aiden
- Rombalski, Gracie
- Rose, Leah
- Ross, Julius*
- Rudolph, Nicholas
- Ruedinger, Remus*
- Rumney, Hannah
- Ryckman, April
- Sabally, Kobe
- Sabers, Clinton
- Sager, Anna
- Schafer, Violet
- Scharf, Jordan
- Schell, Abbigail
- Schelonka, Crystal
- Schickowski, Tegan*
- Schiltz, Ben
- Schisel, Brynn
- Schleutermann, Aidan*
- Schley, Hannah*
- Schlosser, Sullivan
- Schlotman, Colton*
- Schmidt, Sadie
- Schneider, Indigo
- Schoessow, Caleb
- Schooley, Rose
- Schott, Brandon
- Schreader, Natalie
- Schultz, Jon*
- Schultz, Morgan*
- Semyonov, Jonah
- Seputis, Elaina*
- Sexauer, Guenevere
- Shaw, TJ
- Shepard, Frank
- Sheriff, Maggie*
- Shingle, Amelia*
- Siena, Dylan
- Sinclair, Emily
- Slaven, Madelyn
- Smith, Kansas*
- Smith, Reed
- Snyder, Danny
- Sommerfeld, Eric
- Sommers, Michael
- Spangler, Kailin
- Sperduto, Sophia
- Stadel, Ella*
- Staley, Colin*
- Steiner, Claire
- Steinhoff, Michael
- Stell, Katherine
- Stellmacher, Samantha
- Stellpflug, Olivia
- Stephens, Jack*
- Sterken, Shelby
- Sterrenburg, Nate*
- Stingle, Gavin*
- Stockbauer, Ella
- Stolzman, Alison
- Streeter, Colin
- Streeton, Kaylee
- Suddeth, Ksenia
- Suits-Flanagan, Lawrence
- Sullivan, Cody
- Swanke, Savannah
- Swenson, Danielle
- Swiontek, Luke
- Sylvester, Danielle
- Szczesny, Lin-Li
- Tamez, Jonah
- Tanner, Jocephine
- Teague, Savanna*
- Tench, Jaime
- Thibodeau, Aaron
- Thompson, Gaven*
- Tiarks, Claire
- Tienor, Jacob
- Tipton, Oliver
- Tollakson, Keaton*
- Tomaszewski, Christopher
- Tomaszewski, Noah
- Trantham, Ryan
- Traver, Laura
- Treacy, Evan*
- Tremelling, Elisabeth
- Trzebiatowski, Katie
- Tschida, Erin*
- Turczyk, Sidney*
- Uelmen, Ben*
- Ungar, Joey
- Valdes, Ivana
- Van Den Heuvel, Berrin
- Van Eeckhout, Baker
- VandeWalle, Lucas
- Vesperman, Alex
- Vnuk, Samuel
- Voelker, Nate
- Vote, Joe
- Wagner, Bryce
- Wagner, Josh
- Wagner, Shayla*
- Wallace, Tyler*
- Waltenberg, Annika*
- Watermolen, Cole
- Weber, Ben
- Weber, William
- Webster, Audrey*
- Weiland, Josh
- Wentz, Ella
- Westrich, Roman
- White, Cullen
- Wichman, Evan*
- Wick, Sydney
- Wiebe III, Denny
- Wiebel, Deagan
- Wilson, Zack*
- Winter, Ryan
- Witt, Amanda
- Wittliff, Kayla
- Wolf, Elijah
- Wolfe, Lauren
- Wood, Grace
- Wyatt, Elisabeth
- Yaeger, Sabastian
- Young-McLeod, Cyrus
- Ziaya, Travis
- Zimmermann, Carlee
- Zingshiem, Dalton
- Zobel, Ben*
CNR Dean’s List Recipients for Spring 2025
CNR Outstanding Student Awards
Each year, our Outstanding Student Awards honor exceptional academic achievements, leadership, and community contributions by students who go above and beyond. Designed to celebrate the brightest talents and future leaders, these prestigious awards are a testament to hard work, dedication, and innovation. By recognizing outstanding individuals across various disciplines, we aim to inspire and empower students to reach new heights.
2024-2025 Recipients
- Outstanding CNR Undergraduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Senior
- Outstanding CNR Junior
- Outstanding CNR Sophomore
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Research Assistant
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Outstanding Fisheries and Water Resources Student
- Outstanding Forestry Student
- Outstanding Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Student
- Outstanding Environment and Society Student
- Outstanding Soil and Waste Resources Student
- Outstanding Wildlife Ecology Student
2023-2024 Recipients
- Outstanding CNR Undergraduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Senior
- Outstanding CNR Senior
- Outstanding CNR Junior
- Outstanding CNR Sophomore
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Research Assistant
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Outstanding Fisheries and Water Resources Student
- Outstanding Forestry Student
- Outstanding Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Student
- Outstanding Resource Management Student
- Outstanding Soil and Waste Resources Student
- Outstanding Wildlife Ecology Student
2022-2023 Recipients
- Outstanding CNR Undergraduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Senior
- Outstanding CNR Junior
- Outstanding CNR Sophomore
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Student
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Research Assistant
- Outstanding CNR Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Outstanding Fisheries and Water Resources Student
- Outstanding Forestry Student
- Outstanding Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Student
- Outstanding Resource Management Student
- Outstanding Soil and Waste Resources Student
- Outstanding Wildlife Ecology Student
CNR Excellence Awards: Honoring Outstanding Faculty, Staff, and External Contributors
The CNR Excellence Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of outstanding faculty, dedicated staff, and exceptional external partners who embody excellence in their fields. These awards recognize individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment, innovation, and impact within the College of Natural Resources and beyond. Join us in honoring the talent and dedication that drive our college’s success and inspire our community.
2024-2025 Recipients
- Outstanding Contributor Award (External)
- Outstanding Contributor Award (External)
- Paper Industry Leadership Award
- Conservation Leader Award
- Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association – Healthy Grown Initiative
- Excellence in Teaching Award
- Laura Anderson-McIntyre
- Holly Petrillo
- CNR Outreach Education Award
- Outstanding Contributor Award (Internal)
- CNR Professional Service Award
2023-2024 Recipients
- Outstanding Contributor Award (External)
- Paper Industry Leadership Award
- Georgia-Pacific Corporation
- Conservation Leader Award
- Excellence in Teaching Award
- Shelli Dubay
- Holly Petrillo
- Dan Keymer
- CNR Outreach Education Award
- CNR Field Station Award
- Friends of Schmeeckle Volunteer Crew
- Outstanding Contributor Award (Internal)
- Tim Sattler
- Brady Smith
- Mason Walton
- CNR Professional Service Award
- CNR Scholarship Award
2022-2023 Recipients
- Outstanding Contributor Award (External)
- Betty Borchert
- Steven Miller
- Paper Industry Leadership Award
- Conservation Leader Award
- Excellence in Teaching Award
- Michael Rader
- Jason Riddle
- CNR Outreach Education Award
- CNR Field Station Award
- Outstanding Contributor Award (Internal)
- CNR Professional Service Award
- CNR Scholarship Award
Honoring Exceptional Alumni
Below is a list of alumni from the College of Natural Resources who have been honored with prestigious alumni awards at both the college and university levels. These individuals have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to their fields and their commitment to environmental stewardship.
College of Natural Resources Alumni Award Recipients
- Mark Drew, 2025 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Rebecca Barnard, 2024 CNR Outstanding Alumna
- Parker Bushman-McMullen, 2023 CNR Outstanding Alumna
- Kent Van Horn, 2022 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Kurt VerCauteren, 2021 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Albert Koeppel, CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Dave Scharfenberger, 2019 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Brian Thill, 2018 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Nicholas Mutako Syano, 2017 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Kurt Thiede, 2016 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Jonathan Hempel, 2015 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- David Hoppe, 2014 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Tom Sauer, 2013 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- James Kurth, 2012 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Darrell Zastrow, 2011 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Bob Ramlow, 2010 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Richard Thiel, 2009 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Tom Danz, 2008 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Patrick (Buzz) Sorge, 2007 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
- Adrian Wydeven, 2006 CNR Outstanding Alumnus
UW-Stevens Point Distinguished CNR Alumni Award Winners
- Mark E. Anderson ’86, 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Jenny L. Baeseman ’98, 2011 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Paul J. DeLong ’85, 2004 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Jim Heffelfinger ’86, 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Richard M. Kaminski ’72, 2014 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Travis Livieri ’93, 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Paul W. Skinner ’74, 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Russell P. Wanke ’85, 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
- Richard J. Wilke ’73, 2013 Distinguished Alumni Award for the College of Natural Resources
Visit the UW-Stevens Point Alumni Association for a complete list of distinguished alumni.