University of Puget Sound

Three University of Puget Sound students, Julio Deloya-Garcia '27 of San Jose, California; Hayes Freeman '26 of Crested Butte, Colorado; and Isabeau Fuller '27 of St. Peter, Minnesota, have been awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships by the U.S. Department of State for study abroad trips through Spring 2026.

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce the recipients of one of the university's most distinguished honors for incoming students. The Lillis Scholarship, generously funded by Gwendolyn H. Lillis P'05 and Charles M. Lillis P'05 through The Lillis Foundation, recognizes academic excellence, intellectual independence, and a commitment to pursuing excellence throughout a student's educational journey.

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce the recipients of one of its most distinguished honors for incoming students. The Matelich Scholarship, generously funded by George E. Matelich '78 and Susan E. Matelich, is awarded to exceptional students who embody the university's commitment to academic excellence, inspirational leadership, and community engagement. Among our most prestigious scholarships, it covers tuition, fees, and room and board for up to four years at Puget Sound.

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce the newest recipient of the prestigious Matelich Scholarship for the Class of 2027. The Matelich Scholarship, funded by George E. Matelich '78 and Susan E. Matelich, is awarded to exceptional students who embody the university's commitment to academic excellence, inspirational leadership, and community engagement. Among our most prestigious scholarships, it covers tuition, fees, and room and board for up to four years at Puget Sound.

University of Puget Sound's Iliana Barnes Diaz '25 has been awarded the Governor's Student Civic Leadership Award from the Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good for her work with voter registration. Originally from Eugene, Oregon, she will be formally recognized at an awards ceremony on March 28, 2025, at Seattle University, where she will receive a $1,000 stipend.

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce the recipients of the annual Puget Sound Leadership Awards. These awards recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond in providing care, courage, and inspiration to their fellow students. The university is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of these students who have shown outstanding leadership, creativity, and a deep commitment to the university.

Ishaan Gollamudi, a rising junior Molecular and Cellular Biology major at the University of Puget Sound, spent his summer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The internship allowed him to apply his research skills, honed in the Thines Lab, to cutting-edge cancer research. Gollamudi worked on developing a novel CRISPR-based tool, CHyMErA, with the potential to revolutionize cancer therapy. This experience has solidified his passion for medical research and inspired him to pursue a career in the field.

Three University of Puget Sound students placed second in a highly competitive environmental engineering contest. Their team, composed of liberal arts majors, impressed judges with a community-focused approach to addressing a complex environmental issue, highlighting the value of a well-rounded education.

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce the recipients of one of the university's most distinguished honors for incoming students. The Lillis Scholarship, generously funded by Gwendolyn H. Lillis P'05 and Charles M. Lillis P'05 through The Lillis Foundation, recognizes academic excellence, intellectual independence, and a commitment to pursuing excellence throughout a student's educational journey.

University of Puget Sound freshman Alex Rhodes placed third in the 400m dash in the USA Track & Field Under-20 Championships the past two days at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. In only his second track season, Rhodes represented Team USA at the U20 Championships on the 4x4.

Jack Leal '26, a University of Puget Sound undergraduate, published his ethnographic research on the rural town of St. John in the Journal of Northwest Anthropology. Through his immersive experience, Leal learned the importance of curiosity and open-mindedness in understanding different communities.

We're thrilled to announce our Dean's List for fall 2023. This recognition honors outstanding undergraduate students committed to academic excellence. To achieve Dean's List distinction, students must have earned a semester GPA of 3.70 or higher, completed all enrolled courses without withdrawals, and have no incomplete grades.