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The Ozcars ceremony held Friday, April 17 in the Vistatech Center honored recipients in categories such as Math, English, Art, Music and more.

It was a night full of stars as the first-ever Ozcars Academic Banquet honored student achievement at Schoolcraft College.

An homage to the annual event celebrating cinema – combined with the College’s mascot Ozzy – the Ozcars ceremony held Friday, April 17 in the Vistatech Center honored recipients in categories such as Math, English, Art, Music and more. Longstanding awards such as the Pythagorean Prize, the Write Word Awards, the Honor Program awards and more were given out to the student award winners.

“The measurement of our success is our students, and judging by this room, we have done pretty well,” Cerny said. “These students take what they learn and apply it, showcasing their incredible skills in areas such as English, math, art and more.”

The Ozcars marks the first time all the Liberal Arts and Science awards were given out at one event. The desire to make the night a star-studded affair helped shine a light on the premiere academic success of the students across campus.

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Honors students showcased their Capstone Projects during a gala before the ceremony.

In addition to the awards, a gala featuring Schoolcraft Scholars Honors Program Capstone Projects was held before the event, along with photo opportunities at the Ozcars-themed backdrop.

For students in attendance, it marked an unforgettable evening.

“The Ozcars was surely a night to remember. I was honored to have the opportunity to showcase my Honors Capestone project during the gallery walkthrough’, which kicked off the festivities,” said Samantha Bleim, a STEAM@Schoolcraft fellow who was also recognized for her work in the Honors Program. “Being surrounded by some of my favorite friends, faculty, staff and family members, while being recognized for my academic accomplishments was the cherry on top of a one-of-a-kind, successful semester.”

A sold-out event, the Ozcars ceremony was put on by a team made up of members of several departments, including the Center for Experiential Learning, the Center for Academic Innovation, the President’s Office, the Marketing Department, the Schoolcraft College Foundation and more.

“This event has been more than a year in the making, and we’re so proud to recognize our students for their talents and hard work,” said Errin Stegich-Moloney, director of the Center for Experiential Learning and chair of the Ozcars Planning Committee. “Our students accomplish so much during their time here, and this event was the perfect evening to celebrate all their achievements.”

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Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to submit for the first-ever SC Mosaic Arts Awards, which highlight the diverse tapestry of creativity found across Schoolcraft College.

To highlight the strength of the Schoolcraft College Liberal Arts Program, Schoolcraft College is proud to introduce a new series of honors. These awards are designed to shine a spotlight on our talented students, staff, and faculty celebrating the artistic richness of our campus.

The SC Mosaic Arts Awards highlight the diverse tapestry of creativity found across the College. Presented by the Marketing Department and the Liberal Arts and Sciences division, with support from the Schoolcraft College Foundation, the awards give artists a platform to showcase their work in several categories:

  • Interdisciplinary Voice Award — Recognizes outstanding written work
  • Digital Narrative Award — Celebrates excellence in visual and media storytelling
  • Mosaic Cultural Expression Award — Honors meaningful expressions of cultural authenticity and diverse perspectives

The awards are open to all Schoolcraft College students, faculty and staff.

Winners in each category will be recognized at a luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Sutherland Room inside the Vistatech Center.

The SC Mosaic Arts Awards succeed the Black Excellence in the Arts Awards, held each February. This new iteration expands representation across campus and celebrates artists of all backgrounds.

“We’re very excited at the opportunity to showcase the wonderful works of art from our campus community. Having this new recognition is important to show the impact the arts have at Schoolcraft College,” said Amy Deines, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences. “I cannot wait to see the submissions of amazing pieces later this winter.”

All submissions will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The top winner in each category will receive a $1,000 prize.

The contest deadline is Jan. 30. Students, staff and faculty looking for more information — including how to submit an entry — can visit schoolcraft.edu/mosaicarts.