This award honors the memory of Seung-Sup Kim, who passed away in 2017. Dr. Kim was a former professor of Biochemistry in the School of Theoretical and Applied Science and served as a beloved teacher, mentor, colleague and ambassador of the College during his tenure.

The Seung-Sup Kim Award is given to an outstanding biochemistry student and is selected by the biochemistry convening group based on academic excellence and extracurricular activities

• For an outstanding Biochemistry major
• Sophomore or Junior Standing
• Demonstrates academic excellence and involvement in extracurricular activities
• Recipient chosen by Biochemistry Convening Group

2022 Recipient

Michael Sooy

Michael Sooy of Mays Landing, N.J. is a Biochemistry major with a minor in Neuroscience. He has a 3.98 GPA. Michael was the recipient of the Westchester Chemical Society Award and has been on the Dean’s List every semester.

At Ramapo, Michael is a chemistry tutor and treasurer of the PLU Chemical Honor Society. He is also a member of the Ramapo Men’s Swim Team as a distance swimmer and two-year captain.

After graduation, Michael plans to go to graduate school to pursue a degree in Clinical Neuropsychology.

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