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GSA Honors

We’re excited to share highlights from the recent Graduate Student Association (GSA) Closing Ceremony, where several outstanding graduate students and staff members were honored for their leadership and dedication:

Mrs. Kathy Carlson, Education Coordinator, received the Legacy of Service Award in recognition of her long-standing commitment and unwavering support of the Graduate Student Association (GSA) .

Reham Sewilam, fourth-year Ph.D. student and GSA President, received both the Visionary Leadership Award and the Change Maker Award for her pioneering efforts and exceptional leadership in creating new initiatives to support graduate students at UAMS in both educational and non-educational levels.

Lokesh Akana, third-year Ph.D. student and GSA Treasurer, was honored with the Heart and Hustle Award for his enthusiastic contributions and dedication to the GSA mission.

Sanjay Adhikary, second-year Ph.D. student and GSA Secretary, received the Exemplary Service Award for his growing contributions and active involvement in the GSA mission.

Congratulations to all awardees for their incredible work and commitment to the graduate student community!

Kathy and Reham – Legacy of Service Award
Lokesh and Reham – Hearts and Hustle Award
Dr. Taverna and Reham – Visionary Leadership
Lokesh and Reham – Changemaker
Sanjay and Reham – Exemplary Service Award

Posted by Kathy on June 9, 2025

Filed Under: Department News, Student Highlights

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