Congratulations to the 2025 Beaker Award Winners!

On Thursday, April 24, the University of Minnesota Rochester celebrated the hard work and accomplishments of students at the annual Beaker Awards, UMR’s student recognition event developed to celebrate those who have upheld Student Learning and Development Outcomes. Awardees are nominated by their professors, coaches, peers and other UMR community members. This year’s event celebrated and recognized 43 nominees across five award categories. The Rochester Student Association also announced the recipients of this year’s faculty and staff awards, nominated and voted on by students. Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees.

2025 Beaker Award winners:

Difference Maker Award: Chancellor's Student Leaders

G.R.I.T (Growth, Resilience, Inspiration & Transformation) Award: Angelina Bartz

S.A.G.E. (Success in Academics & Gains in Education) Award: Eric Frazier

Student Diversity & Inclusion Initiative Award: Teewah Shee

Student Leader Award: Greta Lee

Rochester Student Association Staff and Faculty winners: 

JustAsk MVP: Cassidy Terrell

Storyteller Award: Shanna Altrichter

Tag-Team Teachers: Rachel Olson and Micaela Haas

Best Decorated Office: Amy Collins

Best UMR Department: Student Activities