Northeastern State University student awarded Chancellor Glen D. Johnson Scholarship in Leadership and Public Service | News [Video]

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Northeastern State University junior, Grace Manuel, was awarded the Chancellor Glen D. Johnson Scholarship in Leadership and Public Service in its first year.

The scholarship, named after Chancellor Emeritus Glen D. Johnson, acknowledges students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, a significant commitment to community engagement activities and an interest in pursuing a career in public service.

“I am truly honored to receive this scholarship in particular,” Manuel said. “Not only because it is helping me continue my undergraduate studies debt-free, but because of the rigorous application and selection process. I am grateful to have been able to share my story and passions in that process.”

Manuel is from Byng, Oklahoma and is a member of Rho Theta Sigma Honor Society, Delta Zeta, a member of the Presidential Leadership Class, the Pre-Health Club, Health and Kinesiology Club, Communication Club and Dance Marathon.

She is majoring in Health and …