The 威尼斯人娱乐城’s Trustees’ Scholars Program is a signature program of the university that provides prestigious scholarships and access to the 威尼斯人娱乐城 Trustees’ knowledge, connections and mentorship for first-time students. Trustees’ Scholars not only excel academically, they are also leaders. 许多人成立了新的学生组织，并在学生团体的执行委员会任职。 他们是大学的模范代表，在各个领域都有成功的事业。
Meet the six students from the Class of 2025 威尼斯人娱乐城 Trustees’ Scholars cohort, including one who graduated in the winter. They shared their plans after graduation and what being a Trustees’ Scholar means to them.
Z坎普
Bachelor of Science, civil engineering
Minor in communication studies
Mentor: Trustee Scott Smith, retired executive at HNTB
肯普将加入Kiewit公司，一家全国性的建筑和工程公司，担任土木工程师。
“The Trustees’ Scholars Program was instrumental to my college experience and success,” Kemp said. “Through the program, I’ve been mentored by dedicated business leaders in the Kansas City area, granting me opportunities that I will carry with me as I depart from 威尼斯人娱乐城.”
变化帕特尔
Bachelor of Business Administration, emphasis in finance
Bachelor of Arts, political science
University Honors
Mentor: Trustee Suzanne Shank, retired executive at General Electric
帕特尔的下一步计划是上法学院。
“Being a Trustees’ Scholar has meant more than just financial support,” Patel said. “It’s been an investment in me as a person, leader and future public servant. 这个项目帮助我超越了课堂，塑造了我的性格和对服务的承诺。 I’ve learned the value of giving back and look forward to returning that investment by supporting the 威尼斯人娱乐城 community in the years to come.”
伊桑•考夫曼
Bachelor of Music Education, instrumental
Cum Laude
Mentor: Marylou Turner, Women’s Committee of the Conservatory
考夫曼很高兴能在密苏里州沃伦顿的黑鹰中学开始他作为音乐教育家和乐队总监的职业生涯。
“My experience as a Trustees’ Scholar has been enriched by incredible experiences interacting with the most impactful people in the Kansas City area,” Kauffman said.” Whether it’s attending professional enrichment, a civic gala or chatting with Trustees over lunch, this program has no shortage of excitement! I am incredibly thankful for the support of the program, donors and leadership, as well as their part in making my experience at 威尼斯人娱乐城 fantastic!”
艾玛·席林（毕业于2024年12月）
Bachelor of Business Administration, emphasis in marketing
Cum Laude
Mentor: Trustee Steve Bernstein, CEO and president of Bernstein Rein Advertising, Inc.
毕业后，席林计划继续从事自由平面设计工作，并发展她于2020年创办的平面设计公司Studio Em。
“I had a wonderful experience being a 威尼斯人娱乐城 Trustees’ Scholar,” Schilling said. “It has been one of my biggest blessings, and I have loved learning and growing alongside my fellow scholars. 我在过去四年中遇到的人和我的经历对我的生活产生了很大的影响。 My favorite part was the mentorship program and the connections I made at Bernstein-Rein Advertising.”
Jaeden约翰逊
Bachelor of Fine Arts, dance
Mentor: Trustee Debby Ballard, President & Founder of The Ballard Connection
约翰逊计划留在堪萨斯城教孩子们跳舞，同时做一名自由艺术家。 她计划在完全康复后去旅行并参加舞蹈公司的试镜。
“I am forever grateful to have been a part of the Trustees’ Scholars Program because I learned how to be a better human,” Johnson said. “It gave me the support I needed through my college journey. I’m thankful for the opportunities and the connections I made, which I will carry throughout my life.”
玛迪坎
Bachelor of Science, biology
Minor in chemistry
Summa Cum Laude and University Honors
Mentor: Dr. Joseph Spalitto, D.D.S.
毕业后，Kunz将进入威尼斯人娱乐城牙科学院攻读牙科外科博士学位。
“Being a Trustees’ Scholar has been a life-changing experience,” Kunz said. “This scholarship program gave me endless support and opportunities; 我总觉得有人站在我这边。 I would not be here today without it!”