Honoring Leadership at Briar Cliff: Step Up & Stand Out Awards 2025
May 2, 2025
Yesterday, Briar Cliff University proudly celebrated the remarkable student leaders who make a difference on our campus every day. The Step Up & Stand Out Awards recognized individuals who have gone above and beyond in their roles, demonstrating exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to the Briar Cliff community. The ceremony was a moment to reflect on the impact of student involvement and to applaud those who truly stepped up and stood out this year.
Outstanding student organization program of the year award: social work and education’s pen pal program, theater club’s production of Death of a Doornail, and Enactus’ renovation of the Tanzania classroom.
Student employee of the year: Ethan Gregg and Kathryn Sims-Kormann
Franciscan Spirit Award
Freshman: Kylie Keenan
Sophomore: Danielle Wendt
Junior: Maria Russell
Senior: Nicholas Sall and Jade Mammen
Emerging Leader of the Year: Sydney Woods and Britton McKenzie
Landmark Leader of the Year: Anesa Davenport and Sarah Glover
Student organization of the year: Social Work Club