Two Chemical Engineering Seniors Honored with University Awards
The Kathryn Nemeth Tuttle Student Scholar Award
This award is presented to a graduating senior scholarship hall student. Recipients have demonstrated academic focus, leadership in the scholarship hall and also commitment to the KU and Lawrence communities.
Tristan Myers is a senior from Topeka majoring in chemical engineering.
"I want to thank my friends and family so much for their unwavering support even in the face of this global pandemic,” Myers said.
“The most important lesson I've taken from this situation is to always be grateful for your blessings and privileges — including excellent higher education — and to use them to support the less fortunate. I hope every Jayhawk shares this view."
The Alexis F. Dillard Student Involvement Award
Adrian Romero is a senior from Tegucigalpa, Honduras, majoring in chemical engineering.
"Student involvement has immensely impacted my personal and professional growth,” Romero said. “Through student organizations and undergraduate research, I have been able to develop technical and leadership skills that will allow me to catapult my career.
“Four years ago, I came to Lawrence with a suitcase and an opportunity. In May, I'm walking down the Hill with a degree, a passion for environmental engineering, a thousand doors open and the Jayhawk family behind me.
"I'm forever grateful for my peers and mentors who guided me to become the young professional and confident leader I am today."