03/12/2019
HAYS, Kan. – Chelsie Andrews, Bennington graduate student at Fort Hays State University, is participating in Leadership Hays, coordinated by the Hays Area Chamber of Commerce.

Andrews double–majored in tourism and hospitality management and leadership studies as her undergraduate degrees at FHSU and is now working towards a Master of Professional Studies in human resources management.

Leadership Hays is a multi-session program held from February through May and helps develop leadership skills and challenges its participants to implement the techniques learned in their personal and professional lives.

This year there are 21 participants from 19 areas of business that are participating in the program. Together, they will collaborate ideas, practice leadership skills, discuss leadership qualities and network.

Their final project will be a testament of the skills gained as they plan an activity to benefit the children in Ellis county.

“I saw the word ‘leadership’ and wanted to give it a shot,” said Andrews. “My goal is to give back to the community while gaining vital leadership tools that will aid me in my future career.”

“Chelsie’s dedication to her academic and professional pursuits are admirable as she seizes opportunities while being a part of FHSU and the Hays community,” said Dr. Stacey Smith, chair of the Department of Applied Business Studies and associate professor of Tourism and Hospitality Management.