Several College of Health Sciences students won awards at the Campus Awards Ceremony, which was held on April 29. The Campus Awards Ceremony is an annual event hosted by the Division of Student Affairs that recognizes students, faculty, and staff who rise above the rest in making a difference for others and adding value to the university community.
Steffany Barrios, a Health Science Studies major, won the Emerging Leader award, an award given to students who are charting intentional paths where they learn what it means to lead. Nominees must be Boise State students committed to personal leadership development and be dedicated to student involvement and learning outside the classroom.
Nina Khampha, a K-12 Physical Education major, and Tracy Sedano, a Health Science Studies major, were among the six winners of the Spirit of Boise State Award. The Spirit of Boise State Award is given to students who best exemplify the true spirit and shared values of Boise State University and who make a positive impact on the campus.
Additionally, Marty Downey, faculty in the School of Nursing, was nominated for the Advisor of the Year Award and for the David S. Taylor Service to Students Award. The Advisor of the Year Award recognizes a student organization advisor who is dedicated to changing the lives of students involved in student organizations through mentoring, teaching and coaching. The David S. Taylor Service to Students Award recognizes an outstanding faculty or staff member who is committed to impacting the lives of students; extending student learning beyond the classroom; inspiring students to see what is possible; and seeking innovative ways to serve students in the 21st century, a whole new chapter of accelerated change.