Fulton, MO – At the end of every academic year, William Woods University recognizes a select group of its students with the Distinguished Scholar award. Faculty members designate one graduating senior from each program for the honor. While eligibility requires a minimum 3.4 grade point average, faculty also consider other relevant academic factors in the selection process.
“The Distinguished Scholar is a very prestigious award at William Woods, identifying and honoring the top student in each discipline,” said Dr. Caroline Boyer, University Provost.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, 16 seniors were recognized as Distinguished Scholars:
- Accounting: Patrick Bernius, Tulsa, Okla.
- American Sign Language: Bellesea Laschober, Eureka, Mo.
- Biology: Isabelle Boschert, St. Charles, Mo.
- Business Administration: Allyson Hollrah, Hermann, Mo.
- Criminal Justice: Callie Zarcone, Waynesville, Mo.
- Cyber Security: Callie Zarcone, Waynesville, Mo.
- Elementary Education: Alexis Henley, Fulton, Mo.
- Equestrian Studies: Jaden Fousert, Alberta, Canada
- Equine Administration: Lily Brachio, Burnsville, Minn.
- Equine General Studies: Montana Long, Kennett, Mo.
- Exercise Science: Katie Keilholz, Chamois, Mo.
- Interpretation Studies: Damian Parfait, Prairieville, La.
- Legal Studies Online: Ella Jenkins, Bernville, Pa.
- Middle School Science Education: Mekayla Gibson, Benton, Ky.
- Political Legal Studies: Lainey Rutter, Grove, Okla.
- Psychology: Ruthie Brown, Republic, Mo.
