The University of Delaware's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) recently honored three accomplished graduates with its annual Alumni Achievement Award, in tribute to their professional success and contributions to the College and University. The honorees represent class years from 1975 to 2002 and have excelled in careers in public service, art conservation and public relations.
“These outstanding alumni reflect the remarkable talents, achievements and successes that we find across the College of Arts and Sciences," said John A. Pelesko, dean of the College. “Their exceptional contributions to their professions, their communities, the College and the University advance our mission and inspire us all. They are among the best of the best, and we are proud to honor them."
The honorees have all remained engaged with the College in a variety of ways, including speaking to classes about their career paths, supporting student scholarships and other initiatives, serving on the Dean's Advisory Council, and mentoring undergraduates.
Recipients of the 2022 Alumni Achievement Awards are:
William Craig Frommes, '75, worked for the State of Delaware's Youth Rehabilitation Services as a juvenile probation officer for 30 years, until his retirement in 2013. He helped the juveniles he supervised navigate a range of issues, including housing, poverty, substance abuse, and family relationships, in addition to their court orders. Read more about Craig Frommes.
Adam Jenkins, MA '02, has made exceptional contributions to the field of art conservation. He has carried out conservation treatments of the Torch of the Statue of Liberty, The Liberty Bell, several versions of the Diana sculpture at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and other historically and culturally significant works. Read more about Adam Jenkins.
Grace Leong, '88, is CEO of Hunter, an integrated marketing communications agency. Over the course of her career, she has risen from UD intern to employee to account executive to partner to CEO. In 2014, Leong created the Barbara W. Hunter Internship to provide a selected UD intern with a cash stipend to help offset the cost of living in New York City. Read more about Grace Leong.
