Commencement Awards
Each year, Sands College of Performing Arts proudly honors graduating students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, service, and a deep commitment to the field of performing arts. These prestigious awards recognize individuals who have made meaningful contributions to our community and who represent the values and mission of Pace University. As they prepare to enter the next phase of their artistic journey, we celebrate their achievements and lasting impact.
Class of 2025 Awardees
University Awards
- Scholastic Achievement Award (UG): Hadley Scott
- Outstanding Student of the Year Award (UG): Yemie Woo
Program Awards
ASDS
- Academic Excellence (Acting): Grace Sallee
- Academic Excellence (Directing): Dougie Robbins
- Academic Excellence (Playwriting): Thomas James Boudreau
BFA Acting
- Academic Achievement Award: Miriam Muriithi
- Leadership Award: Reid Ivanoff
BFA Commercial Dance
- Academic Achievement Award: Taryn Kamauu
- Leadership Award: Jarod Smith
BFA Acting for Film, TV, Voice Overs, and Commercials
- Academic Achievement Award: Livia Hetes
- Leadership Award: Jaclyn Eisenbeis
BFA Musical Theater
- Academic Achievement Award: Katie Howard
- Leadership Award: Samantha Crawford
BA Acting
- Academic Achievement Award: Avery Pate
- Leadership Award: Brooke Lyn Sicignano
BA Directing
- Academic Achievement Award: AMT Tobin
- Leadership Award: Callie Mitchell
BFA Production Design
- Academic Achievement Award: Sam Maynard
- Leadership Award: Sarah Hasson
BA Stage Management
- Academic Achievement Award: Lily Mihnos
- Leadership Award: Madi Nophsker