Accomplishments, Distinctions, & Scholarship

Awards & Honors

San Diego Miramar College Dean’s List | August 2022

Office of the Vice President for Student Services, San Diego Miramar College
"In recognition of excellent academic performance demonstrated by a 3.94 earned grade point average (GPA) during the 2021–22 academic year."

2022 Appreciation Award | May 20, 2022

Miramar College President P. Wesley Lundburg, PhD, & Dean of Students Cheryl Barnard, PhD
"Awarded to Edward Borek for delivering the 2022 Student Commencement Address."

2022 GOAT Award | May 16, 2022

San Diego Miramar College Associated Student Government
"Awarded for leading us through and out of a pandemic with innovation, always going above and beyond, and for keeping students engaged and motivated through these difficult times."

San Diego Miramar College Dean’s List | August 2021

Office of the Vice President for Student Services, San Diego Miramar College
"In recognition of excellent academic performance demonstrated by a 4.0 earned grade point average (GPA) during the 2020–21 academic year."

Student Leader of the Year | May 2021

San Diego Miramar College Associated Student Government
"Named Student Leader of the Year for commitment in service to the student body at San Diego Miramar College during the 2020–21 academic year."

Joint Legislative Commendation by Senator Ciesla & Assemblymen Wolfe & Holzapfel | June 2008

New Jersey State House, Trenton, NJ
"Whereas,  Senator Andrew R. Ciesla and General Assembly Members David W. Wolfe and James W. Holzapfel, as the duly elected representatives of the 10th Legislative District, are pleased to honor and congratulate Edward Borek as a member of the graduating class of June 2008;

"Whereas,  The strength and success of the State of new Jersey and the United States of America rest upon the abilities and talents of our educated men and women whose preparation for responsible citizenship and leadership is accomplished in the classroom and laboratories of our educational institutions; and,

"Whereas,  The citizenry of the 10th Legislative District, through their elected representatives, recognize the members of this distinguished graduating class as developing citizens whose energy and achievements help us glimpse a future of hope and promise; and,

"Whereas,  Through dedication to scholastic attainment, through active involvement in the learning experience, and through perseverance in completing the requirements for a diploma, this student has brought honor and pride to the educational system of the State of New Jersey; now, therefore,

"Be It Known To All That The Undersigned Hereby Honor:  Edward Borek upon the occasion of commencement ceremonies at Ocean County Vocational-Technical School and extend best wishes for continued happiness and success in the future."

Andrew R. Ciesla, Senator

David W. Wolfe, Member of the General Assembly

James W. Holzapfel, Member of the General Assembly

Scholarship Awards

Listed Alphabetically

• ASG Scholarship for AS Club Officers (2021)

• ASG Scholarship for General Leadership (2021)

• Cotton Metzger Scholarship in Honor of LGBT Students (2023)

• Daniel Schmidt Memorial Scholarship (2022)

• Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, semifinalist (2022)

• Marjorie and Neal Reed Memorial Scholarship (2023)

• May S. Marcy Memorial Scholarship (2023)

• Merle W. Freeman Scholarship in Business (2023)

• Miramar Academic Senate Scholarship (2021)

• Miramar Honors Scholarship (2022)

• Miramar Managers Scholarship (2021)

• Mortar Board Cap and Gown Endowed Scholarship (2023)

• Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship, semifinalist (2022, 2023)

• Tom Meccia Library Scholarship (2021)

• Wells Fargo Bank Scholarship (2021)

Media & Press

Feature: Miramar College Annual Report, 2022-23
Editorial (November 2023). “Alumni Spotlight: Edward Borek - You Have To Build Community” [report section]. 2022–2023 San Diego Miramar College Annual Report to the Community: 26-27. San Diego Community College District, San Diego, CA.

Interview: The Daily Aztec
Kehl, Ryan (May 5, 2023). “The 25+ Aztecs: Connecting non-traditional students on campus” [article]. The Daily Aztec. San Diego State University, San Diego, CA.

Feature: SDSU Student Success Newsletter
Huerta, Abril (April 2023). “Success Highlights” [newsletter section]. Student Success Newsletter. Division of Academic Affairs, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA.

Feature: WE Magazine
Editorial (January 2023). “Creating Safe Spaces: Districtwide programs and initiatives aim to increase awareness and promote inclusion so that all members of the LGBTQ+ community may thrive” [magazine article]. WE Magazine: 13-15. San Diego Community College District, San Diego, CA.

Press Conference: U.S. Congressman Scott Peters (CA 52nd)
Borek E., Cortez, C., Lundburg, P.W., Peters, S., Nieto Senour, M. (August 3, 2022). “San Diego Community College District Receives $975,000 Grant to Expand Use of Free Online Textbooks” [press conference]. Miramar College, San Diego, CA.

Interview: ABC 10NEWS San Diego
Peña, L. (August 1, 2022). “Making It in San Diego: San Diego Community College District Offers Courses with Free Textbooks” [newscast segment]. KGTV-SD.

Interview: KPBS Evening Edition
Perez, M.G. and Damron, M. (February 3, 2022). “Updated pass/no pass grading policy for California community college students” [newscast segment & accompanying article]. KPBS Evening Edition.

Interview: KPBS Midday Edition
Mohebbi, E. and Cavanaugh, M. (October 28, 2021). “San Diego Community College program to waive thousands of students' debt” [radio broadcast & accompanying article]. KPBS Midday Edition.