When Cameron University’s fall semester starts on August 19, the Presidential Leaders & University Scholars (PLUS) program will welcome 23 freshmen to its ranks. The PLUS program is designed to reward students who have demonstrated academic excellence and outstanding leadership capabilities in high school and to teach these students skills that will prepare them for dynamic leadership roles in their respective careers.
In addition to receiving scholarship packages worth more than $30,000, students selected for the program take part in programs and activities aimed at developing excellent citizens and professionals. PLUS scholars receive leadership training that helps them learn leadership theory, communication skills, group dynamics, team building and problem solving. During the second portion of the program, scholars also work on presentation skills and career preparation with training in resume writing, interviewing and making wise career decisions.
This year’s PLUS scholars bring a wealth of leadership and community service experiences to their academic pursuits. Students are chosen each year based on an application process that focuses on leadership experience, community involvement and academic achievement. Applicants also submit an essay on the topic of leadership and undergo a formal interview process.
Incoming PLUS class members who have authorized release of their names are listed by hometown.
Cache: Brody Folland, James Gillispie, Avianna Soto
Duncan: Addison Brackin, Jaycee Lohrer, Bryelyn Turner
Geronimo: Kailee Latimer
Grandfield: Jacee Hammer, Lance Wood
Lawton/Fort Sill: Benjamin Bear, Aiden Chambers, Kaleb Cossette, Ruthie Hargrove, Colton Hill, Jake Lohman, Lydia Park, Zachary Porter, Hannah Reed
Manitou: Sadie Jensen
Marlow: Jesika Friedl, Cody Weber
Waurika: Malachi Dodson
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