Sarah Reaves, a freshman at the University of Arkansas from Maumelle, joins four freshmen in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences as the class of 2023 Sturgis Fellows.
Reaves graduated from Central Arkansas Christian last spring before enrolling at Arkansas this fall.
About Sarah Reaves
Sarah Reaves is a graduate of CAC, where she was Co-Salutatorian, a National Merit Scholar, and an AP Scholar with Distinction. As a competitive gymnast, she was State Vault Champion, State Bars Champion, and USAG Region 3 Floor Champion. She was also an All-State clarinet player, received the MHS Band Outstanding Woodwind and Rookie of the Year awards, and won levels 7 and 8 at the regional ASMTA piano competition receiving nine consecutive superiors at Federation. Additionally, she performed at nursing homes and volunteered in children's ministry. Reaves plans on majoring in applied mathematics. Her parents are Lance and Jennifer Reaves.
"It's such an honor to welcome the new class of outstanding Sturgis Fellows to campus each year," said Kathryn Sloan, interim dean of Fulbright College. "These students are among the best and brightest in Arkansas and are so impressive. Each has already accomplished so much, and through this fellowship opportunity will hopefully have the tools and support to further their education and reach for their next dream."
"We are honored to welcome Sarah to our Fulbright College family, and can't wait to see what this class of distinguished fellows accomplishes next," she added.
The Sturgis Fellowship is one of Arkansas's oldest, most esteemed fellowship programs. It awards each fellow $80,000 during their four years to cover tuition, room and board, and educational tools such as computer hardware and software, high-quality musical instruments, access to professional journals, and participation at academic conferences.
All Sturgis Fellows are actively pursuing a major within Fulbright College, completing an intensive academic program, and writing an independent thesis. They are also encouraged to study abroad and pursue internship opportunities during their time at Arkansas. All Sturgis Fellows will graduate with honors.
The fellowships and their associated opportunities are made possible by the continued support of the Roy and Christine Sturgis Charitable and Educational Trust.
Meet the other Sturgis Fellows
Trevor Duke is a graduate of Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, where he was a National Merit Scholar, Honor Council co-president, and Student Council vice president. He played football, receiving All-Conference honors, winning four straight state championships, and receiving the Brandon Burlsworth Player of the Game award in the 2022 6A State Championship.
Veronica Ivester is a graduate of Little Rock Christian Academy, where she was a National Hispanic Scholar and an AP Scholar with Distinction. She also served as Drum Major, president of the Tri-M Music Honors Society, and held officer positions in the Art Society and the Thespian Troupe.
Taksh Patel is a graduate of Fayetteville High School, where he served as president of the Science National Honor Society, secretary of the National Honor Society, and Science Bowl captain. As captain of the Science Bowl team, he led FHS to two consecutive state championships and twice qualified the team to compete for the national science bowl both times.
Muskan Taori is a graduate of Bentonville High School, where she graduated with highest honors. She served as treasurer of Bentonville High School HOSA and Arkansas HOSA. She also participated in the health sciences strand of Bentonville's Ignite Program, where she gained certifications, including EMT and phlebotomy, and assisted at clinics around Northwest Arkansas.
Maumelle’s Reaves named Sturgis Fellow
Maumelle’s Reaves named Sturgis Fellow
Maumelle’s Reaves named Sturgis Fellow
Sarah Reaves, a freshman at the University of Arkansas from Maumelle, joins four freshmen in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences as the class of 2023 Sturgis Fellows.
Reaves graduated from Central Arkansas Christian last spring before enrolling at Arkansas this fall.
"It's such an honor to welcome the new class of outstanding Sturgis Fellows to campus each year," said Kathryn Sloan, interim dean of Fulbright College. "These students are among the best and brightest in Arkansas and are so impressive. Each has already accomplished so much, and through this fellowship opportunity will hopefully have the tools and support to further their education and reach for their next dream."
"We are honored to welcome Sarah to our Fulbright College family, and can't wait to see what this class of distinguished fellows accomplishes next," she added.
The Sturgis Fellowship is one of Arkansas's oldest, most esteemed fellowship programs. It awards each fellow $80,000 during their four years to cover tuition, room and board, and educational tools such as computer hardware and software, high-quality musical instruments, access to professional journals, and participation at academic conferences.
All Sturgis Fellows are actively pursuing a major within Fulbright College, completing an intensive academic program, and writing an independent thesis. They are also encouraged to study abroad and pursue internship opportunities during their time at Arkansas. All Sturgis Fellows will graduate with honors.
The fellowships and their associated opportunities are made possible by the continued support of the Roy and Christine Sturgis Charitable and Educational Trust.
Meet the other Sturgis Fellows
Trevor Duke is a graduate of Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, where he was a National Merit Scholar, Honor Council co-president, and Student Council vice president. He played football, receiving All-Conference honors, winning four straight state championships, and receiving the Brandon Burlsworth Player of the Game award in the 2022 6A State Championship.
Veronica Ivester is a graduate of Little Rock Christian Academy, where she was a National Hispanic Scholar and an AP Scholar with Distinction. She also served as Drum Major, president of the Tri-M Music Honors Society, and held officer positions in the Art Society and the Thespian Troupe.
Taksh Patel is a graduate of Fayetteville High School, where he served as president of the Science National Honor Society, secretary of the National Honor Society, and Science Bowl captain. As captain of the Science Bowl team, he led FHS to two consecutive state championships and twice qualified the team to compete for the national science bowl both times.
Muskan Taori is a graduate of Bentonville High School, where she graduated with highest honors. She served as treasurer of Bentonville High School HOSA and Arkansas HOSA. She also participated in the health sciences strand of Bentonville's Ignite Program, where she gained certifications, including EMT and phlebotomy, and assisted at clinics around Northwest Arkansas.
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