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Established in 1883 as Jamestown College, University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling. University of Jamestown also operates a doctor of physical therapy program, which is based in Fargo, N.D.

University of Jamestown offers more than 40 areas of study. With the Journey to Success, emphasis is placed not only on preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also on preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. The Journey includes a four-year graduation guarantee and a guaranteed internship.

At the University of Jamestown, Your Success is Our Tradition.

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Established in 1883 as Jamestown College, University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees as well as master’s degrees in education, leadership, and clinical counseling. University of Jamestown also operates a doctor of physical therapy program, which is based in Fargo, N.D.

University of Jamestown offers more than 40 areas of study. With the Journey to Success, emphasis is placed not only on preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also on preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. The Journey includes a four-year graduation guarantee and a guaranteed internship.

At the University of Jamestown, Your Success is Our Tradition.

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The Senior Biology Achievement Award

This award is given in recognition of high academic excellence in the field of biology, to a graduating biology major.
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Academic Award - 2019 May 6

The Freshman Biology Achievement Awards

This award is given to the highest ranking freshman in biology.
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Academic Award - 2019 May 6

The Barbara McClintock Art Student Award

This award is presented to a student in the visual arts, who also majors or minors in English or creative writing.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 May 6

The Art Department Outstanding Student Award

This award is presented in recognition of unselfish service to the University, the Art Department and fellow students, as well as for scholarly inquiry in the field of art
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 May 6

The ND CPA Society Foundation Harris & Arlyce Widmer; Widmer Roel PC Scholarship Award

This award is given to a deserving senior accounting student who is a candidate for the CPA exam.
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Scholarship - 2019 May 6

The ND CPA Society Foundation R.D. Koppenhaver Exam Scholarship Award

This award is bestowed through the North Dakota Society of Certified Public Accountants, and is awarded to one deserving junior or senior accounting student who is a candidate for the CPA exam.
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Scholarship - 2019 May 6

Fall 2018 Dean's List

Students recognized with this award have met the academic criteria to be named on the Fall Semester Dean's List.
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Academic Award - 2018 Dec 27

Kennedy S. Wanner Memorial Trophy

This award was established by the brothers and sisters of Kennedy S. Warner, a Jamestown College student killed in World War I. The Selection is based on the student's scholastic record, participation in intercollegiate athletics, and high ideals.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

Representative Jimmies

The ten winners of this award are voted on by the members of the senior class and are meant exemplify the qualities and character that represent the graduating class as a whole.
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Achievement (Other) - 2018 Jul 23

The Special Olympics Scholarship

This is an annual scholarship funded by supporters of the Area Nine Special Olympics. The scholarship recipient will be involved in Special Olympics for two or more years, possesses a 2.3 GPA or higher, be a certified chaperone or coach for Special Olympics, demonstrate leadership skills, and be an ambassador for community involvement in Special Olympics.
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Scholarship - 2018 Jul 23

Lambda Pi Eta

Lambda Pi Eta, the National Collegiate Communication Honor Society, admits to membership students who have completed twelve semester hours in communication with at least a 3.25 grade point average in those courses, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher and rank in the top 35% of their class.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

Sigma Theta Tau International

Sigma Theta Tau International, is an Honor Society for nurses which emphasizes scholarship and leadership, research and education. Only 35% of a class is accepted for membership, and a 3.0 GPA is required for student admission.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

Psi Chi

Psi Chi is the national Honor Society in Psychology. Students must rank in the top 35% of their class and have a 3.00 GPA in all psychology courses to be eligible for membership.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

Beta Beta Beta

Beta Beta Beta is a National Biological Honor Society. To be eligible for membership, students must have completed three biology courses, including at least one beyond the introductory level, with GPA of 3.00 or higher in all biology courses.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

Pi Lambda Theta

Pi Lambda Theta, an international honor society and professional association in education. Students must have a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and be a second semester sophomore in education.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

Alpha Mu Gama

Alpha Mu Gamma, the National Collegiate Foreign Language Honor Society, admits to membership students who have received grades of A in at least two courses in the same foreign language at the college level. The local chapter is Mu Rho.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

University of Jamestown inducts students into Alpha Chi

Alpha Chi, the National College Honor Scholarship Society, is a coeducational society whose purpose is to promote academic excellence and exemplary character among college and university students and to honor those achieving such distinction. Local chapters admit to active membership those junior and senior students of good character who rank in the upper tenth of their class.
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Honor Society - 2018 Jul 23

2017-18 College Fellows

The College Fellow is awarded to a limited number of outstanding junior or senior students who ar e selected each year by the faculty. Recipients are to be of exemplary character, possess an overall cumulative grade point of 3.3 or better as well as a cumulative grade point of 3.5 or better in their major. A Fellow may tutor or teach under the direction of the departme nt chair, and holds rank just below that of the college Instructor.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Clyde R. Travis Award

This award is presented to the junior student showing the greatest promise in teacher education. The award was founded by the class of 1926 in memory of Clyde R. Travis, former head of the Teacher Education Department.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Jimmie Zanni Award

This award is given by the Theatre Department to recognize students who epitomize versatility and quality in both performance and technical theatre.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2018 Jul 23

The Outstanding Student in Secondary Education Award

This award is presented to student(s) in the Education Department for outstanding achievement.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Outstanding Student in Teacher Education Award

This award is given to the student(s) showing the greatest potential as a successful teacher and professional person. Selection criteria include leadership and accomplishments in school, community, pre-professional organizations, and competitive functions, as well as high academic ranking.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

Nurse Leadership Recognition Award

This award is presented to the University of Jamestown nursing student who has been selected for one of the following honors by the NDNSA (North Dakota Nursing Student Association): North Dakota Student Nurse of the Year, President of NDNSA, or recipient of NDNSA State Leadership Award. This award represents not only the internalization of the leadership role of the nurse by the student, but also its implementation, as evidenced by the student's participation and recognition in NSA.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Religion and Philosophy Department Prize

This award is given for exemplary work in the department.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

Outstanding Student in Elementary Education Award

This award is presented to student(s) in the Education Department for outstanding achievement.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Distinguished Achievement Award in the Department of Nursing

This award is presented to a Senior UJ Nursing Student(s), selected by the nursing faculty, for outstanding academic achievement, contribution to co-curricular activities, and leadership potential in professional nursing.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

Psychology Department Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award

This award is given annually to an outstanding psychology undergraduate who has demonstrated a high level of achievement in the department of psychology.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

Psychology Department Outstanding Senior Achievement Award

This award is given annually to a graduating senior majoring in psychology who has demonstrated a high level of achievement.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Ruth Strutz Adult Learning Award

This award is presented in honor of Dr. Ruth Strutz to a UJ Senior Nursing Student (s) selected by the nursing faculty who exemplifies outstanding adult learning characteristics.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23

The Faculty Recognition Award in Nursing

This award is presented to a Senior UJ Nursing Student (s) who, in the opinion of the faculty, has contributed the most effort to assist student learning within the nursing program.
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Academic Award - 2018 Jul 23
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