And the SALPie goes to...
Is part of a group or program within Student Activities and Leadership Programs
Positive contribution to the university community
Exemplified excellent leadership skills and organization
The leader was a model to other students in diversity, social responsibility, collaboration, and/or ethics
Exemplifies excellence in academics
Alex Bok: "With her leadership, Alex ensures groups are in harmony and everyone feels safe and comfortable talking. Her groups provide a feeling of family and people leave inspired."
Alisha Steigerwald: "Alisha Steigerwald has exemplified excellent leadership this year through her role as President of the Neuroscience Club. She has led many initiatives to change the PSU community for the better, which has included being the spark that ignited the proposal for the upcoming Neuroscience minor."
Amalia Boyles: "Amalia took over A&O Connect in the middle of Winter Term and OMG she completely changed this whole club after being really thrust into this role with very little forewarning"
Claire Miller: "Her preference was to be the Creative Director for the group, working on layout and design, but when no one else took the Editor role at the beginning of the school year, Claire came to the rescue. For three terms, she essentially filled both roles so that Pathos could keep functioning and publishing its magazine while looking for a new Editor."
Courtney Ewell: "Courtney is the founder president of women of color in business WOC which is a new group to the PSU campus. She tries to ensure multiple voices are uplifted and coordinated with MBSA to get the first trans person of color to speak to the power of allyship."
Daisy Kirk: "She is always positive and kind to everyone. Throughout the year she has always been organized and able to come up with quick solutions if a problem raised."
Daniel Anderson: "Daniel Anderson is an exceptional leader and deserving President of the PSU Veterans Club. He put forth a great deal of work and effort in forming the club and spreading information about the task."
Danna Guzman: "Danna has demonstrated initiative and consistency throughout this remote year. She has been a key component in starting her student group and making sure they are meeting expectations and staying active!"
Ivan Lopez: "He is hard working and consistent and his efforts truly show in keeping SHPE going!"
Jess Duran: "Jess is an outstanding model for other students and student leaders because she has an exceptional work ethic and she truly cares about everyone else around her. She helps everyone improve and succeed, which makes her an amazing leader."
Jessica Lam: "She gives her all in everything that she does. She has stayed dedicated, creative, and committed to the mission of PSPB. She is a joy to work with and is always making everyone smile."
Jeya Anandakumar: "Jeya provides exceptional leadership through everything she does, from school leadership to leadership at work she never fails to step up and help others."
Joey Choi: "Great skill in building connection with others."
Katie Hashimoto: "Katie has been an exceptional treasurer of Neuroscience Club in 2020-21. She was new to the position, yet took the time to learn the processes and ask questions."
Kierra Wing: "Created a very effective and productive environment within SFC this year."
Macie Nakahashi: "Macie is the president for PIC this year and she is very welcoming and has a very sweet personality. She keeps the board on their feet and makes sure things are done on time. She is very responsible and the most sweetest person you'll ever meet."
Mamadou Fall: "Mamadou is currently serving as the Legislative Affairs Director at ASPSU, Board of Governors' member at Oregon Students Association and Co-President of International and Global Studies Students Association. Besides all of the actions he has taken to advocate for the unheard voices, I believe his passion and dedication for serving others, especially PSU students makes him deserve this award."
Motutama Sipelii: "I wholeheartedly nomintate Motu for student leader of the year. He is everywhere doing everything."
Robert Northman: "Robert Northman is a member of the Justice Impacted Student Group, SALP Administrators Club, and an ASPSU Senatorial candidate. Robert volunteers with the Downtown Neighborhood Association's Good Neighbor Project where he works with other volunteers around the South Park Blocks and PSU campus to conduct welfare checks and give away survival items to houseless neighbors in the area"
Safia Ali: "Safia is the president and co-founder of MBSA. She is spearheading a great group and I love her positive energy."
Sharifa Alhusainan: "Very supported President of the club. Organized and very creative."
Yoko Kinoshita: "Yoko brings enthusiasm and dedication to everything she does. She strives to learn more about the meaning of justice and equity while leaving herself open to many people's perspectives and experiences."