We are happy to announce that several of our exceptional Honors students were recognized as finalists for the prestigious Spirit of Maryland Award at this year’s Homecoming 2024 celebration. This award honors outstanding seniors who embody the true essence of the University of Maryland through their scholarship, leadership, campus involvement, and community service.
We are especially proud to highlight that Jahnavi Kirkire from Honors Humanities was selected as one of the two winners of this esteemed award!
Our remarkable finalists from various Honors programs include:
- Yara Ayache (Integrated Life Sciences)
- Esohe Temiloluwa Owie (Gemstone)
- Samai Patel (Advanced Cybersecurity Experience for Students)
- Bryant Rivera Cortez (Design Cultures & Creativity)
- Jerry Shen (Integrated Life Sciences)
- Sophia Winner (Honors Humanities)
These students have demonstrated outstanding dedication to their studies, leadership roles, and community engagement, making significant contributions to our university community.
Reflecting on her award, Kirkire shared:
“The Spirit of Maryland Award means so much to me. At a university full of such incredible students and leaders, this award tells me that we can all do it—we all embody the spirit of Maryland in our own ways.”
Please join us in congratulating Jahnavi and all our Honors finalists for their exceptional accomplishments. Their recognition in this prestigious competition reflects the high standards and remarkable achievements of our Honors College community.
