2026 Student Achievement Awards Celebrate Student Leaders and Student-Athletes
(l-r) Maryam Gharmal ’26; Kevin Camy ’26; Courtney Sabogal ’26; Lauren Beach ’25, MSN'26; Luke Davidson ’26; Giovanna Kalin ’26; and Christopher (Tripp) Lyons ’26 (not pictured: Roshaun Johnson AS’26; Marianna Kalin ’25, MBA'26; and Mim Rahman AA’26).
By
Ava Derbyshire
Recognizing Contributions to Excellence, Engagement, and Volunteer Service
On April 20, students, parents, faculty, and teammates gathered to celebrate this year’s Student Achievement Award recipients and the many ways they have strengthened the University community—both on and off campus.
The annual ceremony honored Class of 2026 undergraduate and graduate students for academic achievement, leadership, engagement, and volunteer service in the Ignatian tradition.
Among their many accomplishments, this year’s awardees advanced student government initiatives, championed accessibility, fostered school spirit, and excelled in athletics.
2026 Student Achievement Award Recipients
Fairfield Bellarmine Romero Award
Roshaun Johnson AS’26 Mim Rahman AA’26
St. Ignatius Loyola Medal
Undergraduate Award
Giovanna Kalin ’26
Graduate Award
Lauren Beach ’25, MSN’26
Graduate Service Award
Marianna Kalin ’25, MBA’26
Kramer Award
Christopher (Tripp) Lyons ’26
Student Achievement Awards
Commitment to School Spirit
Kevin Camy ’26
Commitment to Athletics and Men's Basketball Program
Luke Davidson ’26
Commitment to Educational Access
Maryam Gharmal ’26
Enhancement to the Structure and Visibility of FUSA
Courtney Sabogal ’26
(l-r) Women’s Basketball Head Coach Carly Thibault-DuDonis; Student-Athlete Lauren Beach ’25, MSN'26; Student-Athlete Luke Davidson ’26; Men’s Basketball Head Coach Chris Casey; and Vice President for Athletics Paul Schlickmann.
Student-Athletes Recognized for Leadership and Impact
Standout student-athletes Lauren Beach ’25, MSN'26 of the women’s basketball team and Luke Davidson ’26 of the men’s basketball team were recognized for accomplishments that balance academic excellence, athletic dedication, and personal growth.
Luke Davidson ’26: Leadership in Athletics and Advocacy
Davidson was recognized for his leadership across multiple areas on campus. Captain of the men’s basketball team, he served as co-president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and was an administrative intern in the Fairfield Athletics Department. His involvement also extended to the Stags Care Team, where he supported student well-being and community engagement initiatives.
At the conference and national level, Davidson served as Fairfield’s representative to the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) and on an NCAA oversight committee.
Lauren Beach ’25, MSN'26: Excellence in Nursing, Athletics, and Service
On the court, Beach served as a two-time team captain and played a key role in multiple MAAC Championship-winning seasons, earning recognition on the MAAC All-Academic Team. She has participated in a variety of service projects with the team, most notably for the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
In her acceptance remarks, Beach said, “The sense of community, pursuit of excellence, and service of others that I have experienced at Fairfield is something I will be searching for in every aspect of life as I move from my time here.”
