Sandra Muhhuku, right, was Penn State New Kensington's 2015 Walker award recipient.
UPPER BURRELL, Pa. -- The deadline for nominations for Penn State New Kensington’s Eric A. and Josephine S. Walker Award and the Penn State New Kensington Alumni Society’s Spirit Award has been extended.
The Walker award is given to the student whose outstanding qualities of character, scholarship, and leadership contribute to the prestige of the campus. The award was established in 1980 by Penn State President Eric Walker and is presented at each of the 24 Penn State campuses. Sandra Muhhuku, a petroleum and natural gas engineering major, was last year’s recipient. Muhhuku is completing her bachelor’s degree studies at the University Park campus.
“This very special University-wide award is the highest honor that students can receive in recognition of their contributions to the University and their academic achievements,” said Theresa Bonk, director of student affairs.
The Penn State Spirit award is given to the campus student who exhibits integrity and character as a leader, demonstrates outstanding dedication to the campus, and exemplifies the meaning of Penn State pride. Craig Synan, an alumnus of the Administration of Justice program, earned the accolade a year ago.
Nominators can be students, faculty, staff or administrators. Nomination forms are available in the Office of Student Affairs, room 112 in the Administration building. The form, accompanied by a letter of support, must be returned to Student Affairs by Wednesday, March 23.
For more information, call 724-334-6062.