Recognition
The achievements below represent more than awards; they reflect the people, projects, and communities that shaped my growth as a strategist, leader, and communicator. Each recognition tells a story of curiosity, creativity, and countless hours spent pursuing something meaningful.
Although I am proud of these accomplishments, they are not what I value most. What I treasure are the friendships built over shared goals, the mentors who believed in me before I believed in myself, and the teammates who turned challenges into memories. Every award on this page belongs not only to me, but also to the people who walked alongside me. This page is dedicated to them.
MRI-Simmons Inspired by Insight Award (2025)
National Student Advertising Competition - Client: AT&T
Recipient of the MRI-Simmons Inspired by Insight Award at the 2025 National Student Advertising Competition for our work on client insights surrounding Gen Z and service providers. Awarded to the team demonstrating the strongest application of consumer research and audience insights within their campaign strategy and presentation, earning a $1,500 prize and national recognition.
Class of 2026 Don E. Schultz Scholarship Recipient
Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism and Integrated Marketing Communications
Selected as a Don E. Schultz Scholar at Northwestern University in recognition of academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to the field of Integrated Marketing Communications. As a recipient of an award named after one of the founders of IMC, this recognition serves as both an honor and a reminder of the impact thoughtful communication can have on organizations and society.
American Advertising Federation District 7's Best Presenter (2024)
National Student Advertising Competition - Client: Tide Detergent
Recognized as Best Presenter at the AAF District 7 National Student Advertising Competition for the Tide campaign. By grounding our strategy in a relatable consumer truth and bringing the insights to life through storytelling, I helped transform research into a presentation that resonated with both judges and industry professionals. One judge later described the experience as “like watching a TED Talk.”
Honors College Research Grant (Capstone Project C.O 2025) & 4-Year Presidential Scholarship
The University of Alabama
Received competitive Honors College research funding to develop a fentanyl testing strip initiative focused on harm reduction and public health awareness. Through this project, I distributed more than 200 testing strips throughout the University of Alabama and surrounding communities, helping increase access to overdose prevention resources and education.
Awarded the University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship, a merit-based scholarship recognizing academic achievement, leadership potential, and commitment to excellence. This scholarship supported my undergraduate education throughout all four years at the University of Alabama.
