NSU announces Outstanding Seniors

In recognition of long-term academic excellence and civic dedication among students at Northeastern State University, the awards committee of the Alumni Association board of directors has named the Outstanding Seniors for 2010-11.

Seniors selected for the honor are Shane Franklin of Norman, Allyson Hall of Broken Arrow, Sheri Dawn Kennedy of Ochelata, Dylan Medeiros of Muldrow, Chris Nettles of Lawton, Matthew Reece of Westville, Darla Rodgers of Enid, Elaina Ross of Tulsa, Kyle Tate of Bixby and Seth Vansell of Crescent.

"The Jack Kaufman Outstanding Seniors awards process is challenging and the Alumni Association board of directors takes it very seriously," said Daniel Johnson, director of alumni services. "It is challenging because there is a thin line separating the amazing group of seniors who are nominated and apply each year."

From the 10 honorees, the committee will select the Jack Kaufman Outstanding Male and Female Seniors through an interview process held March 22 at the Branscum Alumni Center. The Jack Kaufman award winners will be announced at the Ovation Assembly on April 9. All Outstanding Seniors will be recognized during the ceremony.

Johnson said the 2010-11 Outstanding Seniors are exceptional students who dedicated themselves to the university and the community throughout their NSU years.

"This group being honored truly represents the spirit of NSU and our institution's core values, and the board looks forward to them adding their energy and enthusiasm to the Alumni Association," Johnson said.

The two seniors selected to receive the Kaufman award will have the honor of addressing the graduating class at the Spring 2011 commencement ceremonies.