5/18/26

HAYS, Kan. - The Department of Applied Business Studies, a division of the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University (FHSU), is pleased to announce six graduating seniors as outstanding program students.

The department houses three programs with various concentrations. The Outstanding Student Award recognizes a graduating senior who has demonstrated exceptional performance in academics, leadership, and overall excellence in the respective program at FHSU.

Students receiving the honor are role models who positively characterize the core values of the awarding program. The awards are given annually to both on-campus and online students.

Business Education Outstanding Student Award Winners are Kayla Smith, Shawnee, and Elle Hutchinson, Great Bend. The Business Education program offers concentration areas in Corporate Communication, Talent Development, and Teacher Licensure.

Marketing Outstanding Student Award Winners are Sydney Dickey, Cheyenne Wells, Colo., and April Draut, Wichita. The Marketing program offers courses including, but not limited to, business sales and development, digital marketing, social media marketing, marketing research, consumer behavior, and international marketing.

Tourism and Hospitality Management Outstanding Student Award Winners are Delanee Bedore, Stockton, and Madelynn Hull, Wichita. The Tourism and Hospitality Management program offers courses including, but not limited to, hotel and event management, international tourism, casino management, food and beverage, health and wellness, and sustainable tourism.

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