Page-Nelson Award in History History and Art History
Awarded to an outstanding history major intending to pursue history as a career.
2026 Awardee
Cricia Machado-Medrano
Cricia is a senior from Northern Virginia majoring in history with a concentration in U.S. history. She also has a minor in legal studies. Her primary interest in history is modern U.S. history, particularly the 1960s. After receiving her degree, she plans to attend law school and become a lawyer, but she still wants history to continue playing a significant role in her post-graduation and career. In her free time, Cricia likes to draw, listen to music, and play video games. She also has an interest in fashion and loves going to cities.