In order to receive this award, each candidate must exemplify leadership as defined in the following statement: “Leadership is the ability to plan, organize, motivate, and direct students toward goals consistent with the philosophy of University of the Cumberlands.”

Amanda has a double major in history and biology. She is an Academic Resource Center tutor, a teaching assistant in biology and has served as a resident assistant. She is a team leader in Appalachian Ministries and the college’s mentoring program. She is a Bible study leader in BCM, a Sunday school teacher at Main Street, and even plays piano in church when needed. She is also an active member of Mountain Outreach. She has participated in a number of mission trips that include Beach Reach, Habitat for Humanity and the Downing Clark Center, a home for troubled teen girls. Additionally, she is an active member is six college clubs and honor societies.

University of the Cumberlands, located in Williamsburg, Ky., is a private liberal arts college in its 118th year of operation. Cumberland offers four undergraduate degrees in 37 major fields of study, 30 minors and nine pre-professional programs.