Students Chosen for Order of the Pegasus
Nine College of Sciences students have attained the most prestigious and significant award possible at the University of Central Florida, the Order of the Pegasus. To even be considered as a candidate, students must be nominated by individuals who broadly represent the university community (such as the president, provost, executive vice president, vice provost, vice presidents and deans, student body president and the director of athletics.) Nominees are then asked to complete a formal application, provide an essay, separate recommendations and may be chosen to attend a personal interview with the selection committee.
The Order of the Pegasus “recognizes exemplary performance by UCF bachelor’s degree students in the areas of academic achievement, outstanding university involvement, leadership, and community service. Master’s degree students, doctoral, professional, or MD students are selected separately based on academic achievement, professional or community service, leadership, and publication or research experiences.
Here is a list of this year’s College of Sciences’ Order of the Pegasus inductees
Linh Anh Cart, College of Sciences and Office of Undergraduate Studies
Amy Crawford, College of Sciences (Political Science) and College of Arts and Humanities
Cynthia Florentino, College of Sciences (Political Science)
Jessica Gottsleben, College of Sciences and Nicholson School of Communication
Kaye-Alese Green, College of Sciences (Psychology)
LaShaunda Hayes, College of Sciences (Political Science)
Nicholas Simons, College of Business and College of Sciences (Sociology)
Vu Tran, College of Sciences (Anthropology)
Alexis Wansac, College of Sciences (Political Science) and College of Arts & Humanities
All 20 winners of the Order of the Pegasus will be honored in a ceremony this spring. Inductees names and photos will be added to the wall showcasing past and present recipients in the Pegasus Lounge (second floor of the student union.) Each gets a $500 scholarship from the Student Government and commemorative medals. They are also now lifetime members of the UCF Alumni Association.
For more information on the Order of the Pegasus click here.