FAQs 1 — Sophie Bowe

Awards and Honors

Engineering Alumni Society E. Stuart Eichert, Jr. Award

The Engineering Alumni Society's E. Stuart Eichert, Jr. Student Award is given annually by The Engineering Alumni Society to that student in the School of Engineering and Applied Science who, during his or her junior year, best exemplifies the characteristics of selfless service to the University and the Community. I was awarded this honor in the Spring of 2021.

The Francis G. Tatnall Prize

The Francis G. Tatnall Prize is awarded to the senior(s) whose senior design project is judged to be the most outstanding and which reflects the qualities of ingenuity, technical proficiency, and usefulness which characterized the work of the distinguished alumnus after whom the prize is named. I was awarded this prize alongside my senior design team in the Spring of 2022. More information can be found here.

Exceptional Service Award

This award is given by the faculty of the School of Engineering and Applied Science to recognize and honor outstanding seniors for their service to the University. I was awarded this honor in the Spring of 2022.

Outstanding Teaching Award

This award is given by the faculty of the School of Engineering and Applied Science to recognize and honor outstanding graduate students for their exemplary dedication to the teaching of students and the encouragement of curiousity. I was awarded this honor in the Spring of 2023.

Magna Cum Laude

In recognition of distinguished academic achievement and high standards of academic integrity, the University of Pennsylvania awards Latin honors to undergraduate students based on the cumulative GPA on their transcripts at the time of graduation. [3.72/4.00]

Best Returning Undergraduate RA

This award is given by College Houses and Academic Services to the returning undergraduate RA who best demonstrates the qualities of the role and demonstrates excellence in all aspects. I was awarded this honor in the Spring of 2022.

Excellence in Distinguished Service

This award is given by College Houses and Academic Services to the RA who best demonstrates a dedication to service of the community and RA team throughout the year. I was awarded this honor in the Spring of 2023.