Alumni Awards
Carnegie Mellon University
September 12, 2008

First presented in 1950, the Alumni Awards recognize alumni, faculty and students for their service to the university and for their achievements in the arts, humanities, sciences, technology and business. To date more than 500 individuals have been honored through the program.

Carnegie Mellon University's Alumni Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce the 2008 honorees and to cordially invite you to attend the 2008 Alumni Awards Ceremony 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2008 Rangos Ballroom University Center

The 2008 Alumni Award Recipients: Alumni Service Awards

Elizabeth (Betsy) Atkins Rogers, MM’68, an outstanding volunteer for her class, her college and the university as a whole, who has connected classmates and friends with each other and the university for many years.

Shirley Herman Townsend, MM’51, whose tireless work and initiative has been a major factor in maintaining the vibrant Rochester, New York Alumni Chapter during more than 40 years. Alumni Achievement Awards

Dennis M. Dimiduk, E’84,’89, whose leadership of Air Force research in advanced metallics and simulation methods has had a major impact on both his technical field and the nation’s security.

Margaret C. (Peggy) Eisenhauer, A’83, internationally renowned as one of the finest lighting designers today for the stage, motion pictures and concerts, as well as a superb mentor of young professionals.

Brian P. Gill, HS’90, a noted social scientist whose research on K-12 education policy is helping to solve problems of great importance to children and families throughout the nation and the region.

Pradeep S, Sindhu, S’83,’84, the founder of Juniper Networks and a technical visionary in the field of high performance networking, whose contribution to Internet router technology is legendary.

David VandeLinde, E’64,’65,’68, vice chancellor of two major British universities and dean of the Whiting School of Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, whose expert leadership and creativity have made a great positive impact on the schools. Recent Alumni Awards

Gary J. Gates, HNZ’00, national expert on the demographic and economic characteristics of the gay and lesbian population, for his important research and commitment to social justice, gay rights and human rights.

Catherine A. (Cat) Mazza, A’99, artist, activist, craftswoman and professor of new media, whose work has not only been recognized in traditional venues but involves new contexts and reaches new audiences.

Richard W. Pell, A’99, artist, filmmaker and professor, whose work is an interdisciplinary combination of art, science, engineering and activism, which has won international esteem. Faculty Service Awards

James Daniels, acclaimed author and faculty director of the Creative Writing Program, whose award-winning teaching and support of student writers continue in service to alumni.

Gordon H. Lewis and Pamela P. Lewis, A’74, ‘80, Heinz School faculty known for helping their students as individuals, as young professionals and as alumni, and for welcoming them home every year. Student Service Awards

Mohammed Abu Zeinab, TPR’09, a business major and role model on the Qatar campus, who contributes greatly to campus activities, student government and community service.

George J. Diabes, S’09, chemistry major and Fifth Year Scholar, for his exceptional contributions to the residence halls, his department, music groups, The Tartan and tutoring in the community.

Dhruv Mathur, HS’09, information systems major, whose inspiring service with the South Asian Student Alliance and the President’s Student Advisory Council brings the campus community together. Honorary Alumni

Chip Ganassi, HA’08, who has treated Tartan Racing throughout its history like one of his own professional teams, helping set a world-class standard with advice, mentoring and sponsorship.

Joseph C. and Molly Walton, HA’08, who from the beginning have worked as energetically for Tartan Racing as any team member, championing its importance to the region’s future to the local business and foundation communities.