Scottsdale Community College is not just a place of learning but a community that takes immense pride in witnessing the remarkable achievements of its students each year. These students, with their unwavering dedication, creativity, and passion for self-improvement, are the true stars of SCC. Excellence Under the Stars, our annual awards program, is a testament to this pride, serving as a platform for faculty and staff to honor these exceptional individuals and express gratitude for their invaluable contributions to our community.
This year, 135 students and alumni were nominated for their outstanding accomplishments. Some are recognized for their commitment to Academic Excellence, while others are lauded for their Outstanding Contribution to the college and their peers. SCC takes great pride in its diverse array of creative arts programs, which attract talented artists and performers nationwide. The Outstanding Creativity Award shines a spotlight on students who have exhibited exceptional dedication to their respective crafts. Additionally, the Outstanding Leadership award recognizes individuals whose selfless devotion to serving others has enhanced their performance and inspired those around them.
These students exemplify excellence in academic performance, contributions to the community, creativity, leadership, and civic engagement. The awards ceremony, held in April under the stars, served as a poignant reminder of the incredible talent and passion that permeates the SCC campus. It was an evening filled with inspiration and celebration as these outstanding students were rightfully honored for their achievements and encouraged to continue striving for excellence.
Excellence Under the Stars 2024 Awardees List
The Academic Excellence category had an incredible 78 nominations. In this category, students are being recognized for their high grades, stellar GPA, and academic achievements while under incredible odds, and are overall successful academic learners.
- Floriane Magalie Meylan
- Prokhorova, Marina
- Sage Kistler
- Tyler Coneybeer
- Selicia Sunshine Loza
- Jacob Dean Magluyan
- Ava Marie Steele
- John Tyler Irwin
- Kristin Pigon
- Michael Angelo Graziano
- Grant William Nordin
- Paulina Espinoza-Gomez
- Theodore “David” Kimball
- Reed Lellbach
- Shelby Rosenow
- Eva Espana
- Anita Babic
- Kendall Snyder
- Libney Beltran
- Alec Lanzrath
- Diego Caballero
- Dwi Joi Gregor
- Skye Mayhew
- Cerise Patron
- Rossleen Manoogian
- Carlos Vargas
- Kerry Stadjuhar
- Alexander Linford
- Catherine "Cat" Helzer
- Kylie Randall
- Christopher Gaudiov Drake Khamis
- Brendan Killeen
- Brandon Kosel
- Elijah Morales
- Marcelo Provencio
- Christopher Ricard
- Tanner Roberts
- Luka Ruljancich
- Aidan Sandvik
- Trent Vanmeter
- Christian Wood
- Rafe Canale
- Joshua Oliver
- Andrew Mesa
- Brayden Perry
- Christopher Ramos
- Alexis Cardenas
- Kathlyn Frost
- Ella Hoover
- Nyese Jones
- Nikkianna Kinsel
- Makaylei Snyder
- Kyler Askland
- Kira Caspers
- Kayleen Laramee
- Jaden Nelson
- Cora Still
- Indi Stum
- Aubriella Whisler
- Isabelle Aguirre
- Adriana Armstrong
- Jasmine Jackson
- Makayla Lara
- Mackenzie Larson
- Sydnee Levandowski
- Isabella Duran
- Cayla Gaxiola
- Reese Holtorf
- Macee Lesueur
- Jacob Drouyor
- Christina Coppola
- Jhenica Mei Bayan Magana
- Angie Hoch
- Adriana Armstrong
- Sarah Dominguez
The Outstanding Contributions category had 25 outstanding nominees. These students have contributed in some way to their community, their discipline, their class, or their department. They have worked tirelessly to leave a lasting mark at SCC.
- Brianna De Leon
- Jackie McGregor
- Barry Anderson
- Scott Murphy
- Jake Lashbrooke
- Neve Galusha
- Indiana Filbrun
- Reagan Howe
- Adrian Oliva
- Catherine "Cat" Helzer
- Amanda Meadows
- Alexandria Derks
- Abel Romero
- Kelsey Lamb
- Lauren Waples
- Mimi Dawood
- Kaitlyn Haney
- Jorge Moreno
- Shandiin Manuel
- Jaime Hewson
- Justine Lin
- Nikkianna Kinsel
- Aryanaz Besharatlou
- Carmen Barragan
- Rory DeVries
The Outstanding Creativity category had 13 exceptional nominees. This category recognizes students who have created works of art such as choreography, graphic design work, projects, props, productions, and so much more.
- Zoie Rossnagle
- Angie Hoch
- Breana Novero
- Sadaf Alam
- Rose Berkland
- Finn Taylor
- Mathieu Neysen
- Lori Dortch
- Kina Connor-Ortiz
- Mary Dale
- Sami Lambson
- Trinity Pringle
- Juls Tarango
The Outstanding Leadership category had 6 outstanding nominees. This category focused on hard-working student leaders. These students have held leadership positions within clubs, organizations, or within their discipline. They have managed other students, grown as a professional, and fought for the rights of students. These student leaders have shown an incredible dedication to others.
- Madeline Cody
- Alexander Linford
- Sarah Linford
- Elizabeth "Liz" Covert
- Kristy Ferrier
- Lori Dortch
The Outstanding Alumni category had 13 outstanding nominees.
- Gary Lidman
- Nicole Kalucki
- Christina McGarvey
- Felicia Cook
- Haley Parker (nee Witham)
- Brett Nachman
- Mikah Carlos
- Marissa Johnson
- Chris Jovanelly