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    Kristal Hines-Pressley

    Civility means caring and contributing to the community around you, whether it’s in small ways such as upholding community standards or in large ways such as taking leadership and guiding the community.” With that perspective, Kristal Hines-Pressley models and mentors her community in respectful collective living.

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    Judith Obregón

    Judith Obregón shows us what it means to lead bravely,” said her nominator. “Her actions remind us that true leaders stand up for justice and help those who need it most. Not only is she getting ready for a life of courageous leadership – she's living it.” In 2020, Judith established the Bright Light STEM organization, providing mentoring programs for underprivileged children in Peru and the Wayuu Indigenous Nation in Colombia. The initiative had over 60 volunteer teachers and empowered over 800 children, many of whom were inspired to pursue further education in STEM fields.

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    Ellie Thurneysen

    Ellie's leadership is only surpassed by her selflessness,” said her nominator. “She is a constant presence in her living-learning community as well as in the local community.

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    Tammy Dowdy

    Tammy goes above and beyond her duties to serve the Cochrane Hall community,” said her nominator. “No matter what personal things may be going on, she always shows up with a smile on her face, ready to crack a joke to get a laugh out of you. She exemplifies what Ut Prosim stands for and students can feel that through every interaction.

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    Ted Faulkner

    Today’s recipient is a great friend to Virginia Tech’s students, to Student Affairs, and to the university, and someone I deeply admire. On behalf of Student Affairs, it is my honor to present the 2024 Alumni Aspire! Award for EMBRACE UT PROSIM AS A WAY OF LIFE to Ted Faulkner.

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