Fulton, MO - At the end of every academic year, William Woods University recognizes a select group of its students with the Distinguished Scholar award. Faculty members designate one graduating senior from each program for the honor. While eligibility requires a minimum 3.4 grade point average, faculty also consider other relevant academic factors in the selection process.
"The Distinguished Scholar is a very prestigious award at William Woods, identifying and honoring the top student in each discipline," said Dr. Aimee Sapp, University Provost.
For the 2023-2024 academic year, 18 seniors were recognized as Distinguished Scholars:
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American Sign Language: Sidney Johnson, Lincoln, Mo.
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Art: Kelsey Evans, Troy, Mo.
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Biology: Caitlyn Huggins, Columbia, Mo.
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Business Administration: Emily Smith, Meixco, Mo.
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Communication: Hannah Loethen, Jefferson City, Mo.
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Criminal Justice: MacKenzie Denny, Jefferson City, Mo.
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Cyber Security: Dustin Russell, Fulton, Mo.
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Elementary Education: Nicole Mann, Mexico, Mo.
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Equestrian Science: Megan McLeod, Austin, Texas
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Equine Administration: Annastasia Pappas, Omaha, Neb.
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Equine General Studies: Leigh Everhart, Portland, Ore.
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Exercise Science: Sidney Wilbeck, Brookfield, Mo.
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Political Legal Studies: Ashley Firoved, Troy, Mo.
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Physical Education: Seth Montana-Edwards, Cherry Valley, Ill.
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Psychology: Abby Peters, Burlington Junction, Mo.
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Social Work: Jennifer Batts, Mexico, Mo.
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Secondary Education: Lillian Mann, Mexico, Mo.
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Sport Management: Chais Paul, Cole Camp, Mo.