McGill, Parsons honored with 2022 Ron Holt Civic Engagement Award at WSC
Hannah McGill of West Point and Brianna Parsons of Omaha were named the Ron Holt Civic Engagement Award winners for the 2021-22 academic year at Wayne State.
By News Channel NebraskaWAYNE, Neb. -- Hannah McGill of West Point and Brianna Parsons of Omaha were named the Ron Holt Civic Engagement Award winners for the 2021-22 academic year. The annual award, started by Dr. Ron Holt, recognizes graduating Wayne State College seniors who have served as an exemplary role model and contributed to the service ethos of the college campus and community at large. The award includes a $500 gift, trophy, and graduation recognition. This is the ninth annual presentation of the award.
“We each have unique knowledge, skills, and abilities that can be used to help others,” said Holt. “Hannah and Brianna each exemplify civic engagement in their daily lives. Each of them has demonstrated outstanding actions to make the world a better place.”
The awards were presented to McGill and Parsons at a dinner last week in the Frey Conference Suite at Wayne State College. Shelby Hagerdon and Karly Smith, the 2021 recipients of the award, were also recognized at the dinner, since the 2021 ceremony had been canceled due to the COVID pandemic.
McGill will graduate May 7 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (Drafting and Design) and minors in mathematics and geospatial technology. She has participated in two service-learning projects. While at Wayne State, she has been the co-founder and vice president of the Drafting and Design Club and vice president of the Catholic Newman Club.
Parsons of Omaha graduated in December 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (Organizational Leadership and Public Relations) and a minor in promotion and media. She has participated in three service-learning experiences. She created the Photography Club on campus, served on the Student Activities Board, helped create and co-lead a mental health forum with the Active Minds Club, was a member of the Wildcat Academy of Leadership and Knowledge (WALK), and was a Week of Welcome Ambassador. Parsons created an online campaign called ResiliencyStrong to build a community for mental health warriors and allies.