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<\/p>\nTaking the time to reflect on our accomplishments and achievements is one of the most important highlights of the year and is an opportunity to formally set aside some time to recognize and celebrate our aspirations and accomplishments as educators and students. All of the students and faculty are very unique in their own way and truly represent the diversity amongst our multi-faceted disciplines within the programs, departments, college, and university.<\/p>\n
They all have a passion for what they do, and their dedication to their field is not limited to the classroom but extends throughout the university and our local communities.<\/p>\n
Our college is very proud of these students and faculty and their accomplishments, and we are thankful and appreciative of the selfless support that many have received from their family and friends.<\/p>\n
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It is an honor to write this letter of nomination on behalf of Jasmine Hoffer for the Frances B. Huston Award. Jasmine is both an exceptional leader and student. While maintaining a 4.0 GPA, Jasmine also serves as the President of EWU\u2019s PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) chapter and is a student employee in Event Planning. In Jasmine\u2019s role as President, she has taken the university\u2019s mission of preparing students for success after graduation to heart and has helped organize several professional development and networking events including three different \u201cOpen to Work\u201d workshops for students in partnership with the EWU Career Center focused on creating resumes, LinkedIn profiles and interviewing and PRSSA\u2019s annual Pro-Tour where students of all majors are able to network with industry professionals for jobs and internships. Jasmine also represented EWU at the international PRSSA ICON Conference in California and the PRSSA Leadership Assembly in North Carolina this year.<\/span><\/p>\n Jasmine recently wrapped up a communications-PR internship with EWU\u2019s Office For Diversity, Equity and Inclusion where she helped organize and promote a vision board workshop to help students with goal-setting and developed promotional materials for EWU\u2019s annual DEI Week. Jasmine has also played a significant role in the success of several university events through her role in Event Planning from helping with \u201cGiving Joy Day,\u201d to graduation.<\/span><\/p>\n We have been consistently impressed by Jasmine\u2019s leadership initiative and her ability to inspire other students; When Jasmine puts her mind to something, she goes out of her way to make it happen and encourages others to do the same. Jasmine is the type of student that makes teaching and advising at EWU such a joy. 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I have been exceptionally fortunate to have had Miss Khamphouy in many classes and have had a front row seat to watching her grow as a student. First, she has been at the top of each of her classes. More importantly, on numerous occasions I have witnessed her helping others to comprehend the material and improve. Miss <\/span>Khamphouy wants to be a police officer. This is perhaps one of the most noble professions but is also one of <\/span>the most difficult in which to truly succeed.<\/span><\/p>\n To gain a better understanding of her chosen profession, Miss Khamphouy has opted to take as many <\/span>criminal justice related classes as she was able. Furthermore, she took a significant interest in the topic of <\/span>police use of lethal force. Because this is considered a topic of importance throughout society, she <\/span>participated in a focused independent study class on this topic to better understand all of the implications <\/span>surrounding the issue. 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She is currently part of the behavioral support staff at Morning Star Ranch, a residential facility for youths aged 6-15. Her job duties reflect her desire to put her studies to use in service to her community; as a support staff member, Grace teaches daily living skills to youth with autism spectrum disorder and uses crisis intervention techniques such as verbal de-escalation to help youth in acute crisis. Such techniques are especially valuable when <\/span>working with vulnerable populations as they face an increased risk of police interaction and experiencing use of force in those interactions.<\/span><\/p>\n Overall, I strongly support Grace as a recipient of this award. 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Graduating Cum Laude, she embodies a deep dedication to learning. Her extensive coursework in criminal justice and sociology has enriched her understanding of social systems and justice and instilled in her a strong sense of equity that she will uphold in her future career. Katherine is one of the most mature and well-rounded students in both programs. She will make a significant impact in her field.<\/span><\/p>\n Beyond the classroom, Katherine has demonstrated profound community involvement. She worked as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor at EWU and with the City of Vancouver. Additionally, she is a Computer Operations Assistant at EWU, where she supports students and faculty with event materials and provides graphic design assistance for student projects. She is also a collegiate athlete and the president of the EWU archery club. 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