With the academic year nearing its close, the Wilson College of Business celebrated its students at the annual Leadership Celebration in the Maucker Union Ballroom. Emceed by Wilson Presidents’ Council Co-Presidents Sarah Tulley and Josh Keenan, the event brought together more than 200 alumni, faculty, staff and students to recognize those making a lasting impact through academic excellence, professional development and campus leadership.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the prestigious Purple & Old Gold Awards across multiple departments, honoring students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and academic excellence.

• Accounting Purple & Old Gold award to Carson Poock
• Economics Purple & Old Gold award to JT Garcia
• Finance Purple & Old Gold award to Tim Horsfall
• Real Estate Purple & Old Gold award to Caleb Briggs
• Management Purple & Old Gold Award to McKenna Hohenadel
• MIS and Business Anlatyics Purple & Old Gold Award to Josh Conlon
• Supply Chain Management Purple & Old Gold Award to Adam Holmberg
• Marketing & Entrepurerhsip Purple & Old Gold Award to Lane Kruger

The John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center honored exceptional student achievement by presenting the Student Entrepreneur of the Year and MAC Impact Student Business of the Year awards.

• Student Entrepreneur of the Year award to David Williams
• MAC Impact Student Business of the Year award to Lane Kruger

Several students were also honored with Leadership Awards presented by Leslie K. Wilson, recognizing individuals who exemplify the values of leadership, service and impact within the Wilson College of Business:

• Servant Leadership Award to Troy Schmitt
• Rising Leader award to Sydney Reicks
• Leadership Impact Award to Sarah Tulley
• Student Organization of the Year Award to Women in Business

The event concluded with closing remarks that emphasized the importance of continued growth, leadership, and innovation. The Wilson College of Business is honored to celebrate its talented students and looks forward to another year of excellence and achievement.