Change is never easy, and we know this is a challenging time as you navigate recent announcements affecting programs and operations at Oakland City University. We want you to know that your educational journey doesn’t have to pause.
At the University of Southern Indiana, we are fully committed to helping you transition seamlessly so you can stay on track with your education journey. We’ve designed this dedicated page specifically for you to explore our programs, access resources, learn about credit transfers and continue your education with minimal interruption.
The Berger Community Service Award recognizes a University faculty member for distinguished community service to groups, agencies, and institutions external to the University of Southern Indiana. The award was established in 1996 by Charles L. and Leslie Berger in honor of his parents, Sydney & Sadelle Berger.
| 2025 | Laurel Standiford Reyes | Psychology |
| 2023 | Trent Engbers | Political Science and Public Administration |
| 2020 | Bryan Bourdeau | Business |
| 2019 | Srishti Srivastava | Computer Science |
| 2018 | Julie St. Clair | Nursing |
| 2017 | Melinda Roberts | Criminal Justice |
| 2016 | Robert Millard-Mendez | Art |
| 2015 | Renee E. Fenwick Frimming | Kinesiology and Sport |
| 2014 | Jeff A. Thomas | Teacher Education |
| 2013 | Phyllis A. Maddox | Dental Hygiene |
| 2012 | Daniela Vidal | Advanced Manufacturing |
| 2011 | Leigh Anne Howard | Communications |
| 2010 | Paul T. Parkison | Education |
| 2009 | Iris Phillips | Social Work |
| 2008 | Margaret Felton | Psychology |
| 2007 | Susan G. Ahmad | Occupational Therapy Assistant Program |
| 2006 | No nominee. | |
| 2005 | Kathleen M. Elpers | Social Work |
| 2004 | Michael L. Slavkin | Education |
| 2003 | Marjorie Jones | Anthropology |
| 2002 | Abbas Foroughi | Computer Information Systems |
| 2001 | Jeff W. Seyler | Chemistry |
| 2000 | Munir Quddus | Economics |
| 1999 | Marwan A. Wafa | Decision Sciences |
| 1998 | Marie Hankins | Chemistry |
| 1997 | Charles J. Bertram | Mathematics |