08/24/17
HAYS, Kan. -- The Department of Leadership Studies at Fort Hays State University has selected its 2017-2018 scholars for the Voss Advanced Leadership Undergraduate Experience.

To complete the program, students will plan and implement a project in either civic and non-profit leadership, corporate leadership or leadership research. Mentors will coach students throughout the academic year. Scholars are awarded a $350 stipend each semester.

VALUE is a year-long, co-curricular experience designed to challenge and develop leadership skills in upperclassmen. The program has two objectives: 1) to teach students how to put ideas into action and implement, execute and transform a vision into reality; and 2) to promote teamwork and collaborative skills in order to be successful.

Applicants must be juniors or seniors in good academic standing during their time in the program who have completed the leadership studies certificate and are willing to commit themselves to a deep degree of scholarship and service. Faculty and staff can also make nominations.

Scholars are listed alphabetically by hometown:

Bennington (67422): Dustin Stanley is a senior majoring in organizational leadership.

Castle Rock, Colo. (80104): Jaylen Adams is a senior majoring in organizational leadership.

Centerville, Utah (84014): Collette West is a senior majoring in organizational leadership.

Hays (67601): Rebecca Stegman is a junior majoring in organizational leadership.

Highlands Ranch, Colo. (80130): Haley Gomes is a senior majoring in organizational leadership.

Hugoton (67951): Benjamin Bach is a junior majoring in organizational leadership.

Olathe (66062): Haydee Reyes is a senior majoring in organizational leadership.