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Nominations due by March 7, 2024.

Each year, the Alumni Association recognizes four outstanding graduating seniors in the following categories:

powercat bullet point Anderson Senior Award for Outstanding Academics: A senior who has excelled in their academic field of study.
powercat bullet point Anderson Senior Award for Outstanding Inspiration: A senior who has been inspirational to others.
powercat bullet point Anderson Senior Award for Outstanding Leadership: A senior who has provided extraordinary leadership for an organization, program or the university.
powercat bullet point Anderson Senior Award for Outstanding Service:
 A senior who has given time and energy to community and/or campus service projects.

2023 Award Recipients
Academics: Thomas Leihsing, Emporia, Kansas, bachelor’s candidate in fisheries, wildlife, conservation and environmental biology
Inspiration: Kaleo Vincent, Park City, Kansas, bachelor’s candidate in athletic training and rehabilitation sciences
Leadership: Parker Vulgamore, Scott City, Kansas, bachelor’s candidate in agriculture economics
Service: Jeff Ebeck, Paola, Kansas, bachelor’s candidate in finance

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