Molly Bauer Receives 2025 President鈥檚 Spirit of SA国际传媒 Award
Molly Bauer, a standout music student at SA国际传媒, was named the 2025 recipient of the President鈥檚 Spirit of SA国际传媒 Award鈥攁n honor recognizing a student who exemplifies SA国际传媒鈥檚 core values through leadership, academic excellence, service, and integrity.
The award was presented during the 55th Annual Commencement Ceremony on May 17, where Molly graduated with an Associate of Fine Arts in Music.
With a 3.95 GPA, Molly made a remarkable impact at SA国际传媒 both academically and artistically. She served as principal clarinetist for the SA国际传媒 Band and performed in the SA国际传媒 Concerto Concert.
Her musical achievements extended well beyond campus鈥攕he earned coveted spots in the All-Collegiate Band, the St. Louis Wind Symphony Youth Ensemble, and the St. Louis Youth Orchestra鈥攁 rare distinction for a student from a two-year college.
Molly was also a Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society member and a dedicated volunteer. She frequently performed at community and college events, including the SA国际传媒 Patrons Donors Social, the Union Christmas Parade, and services at St. Peter’s UCC Church. She also shared her talents as a piano instructor at the Washington Academy of Music, inspiring the next generation of musicians.
鈥淢olly鈥檚 professors describe her as positive, respectful, hard-working, and someone who always looks out for others,鈥� said Sarah Leassner, Vice President of Student Development, who presented the award.
This fall, she will attend Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) in Cape Girardeau.
Molly is the daughter of SA国际传媒 President Dr. Jon Bauer and his wife, Barb, of Washington. While Dr. Bauer became aware of her selection after the decision was finalized, he was not involved in the nomination or selection process.
The award was based solely on her merit and determined independently by a committee of SA国际传媒 faculty and staff.
Molly鈥檚 pursuit of growth, willingness to serve, and deep passion for music left a lasting impact at SA国际传媒. She is a most deserving recipient of this year鈥檚 President鈥檚 Spirit Award.
