The Marriott School at Brigham Young University named eight MBA candidates as its 2002 Hawes Scholars. The honor, which carries a cash award of $10,000, is the highest distinction given to MBA students at the school.
The 2002 Marriott School Hawes Scholars are Abigail Billings, Bernie DeMoss, James Jones, Brooks Lindberg, Jeremy Mathews, Jodi Morrison, Ethan Pochman, and Douglas Van Woerkom.
"The Hawes Scholars represent the leaders of a student body that prides itself on integrity, hard work and academic excellence," said Henry Eyring, MBA program director. "We're certain these scholars will have a marked impact on the business world as they leave the Marriott School and pursue their careers."
Hawes Scholar candidates are nominated and selected by students and faculty. Selection is based on academic performance, leadership maturity and a commitment to high ethical standards.
"I am grateful for the opportunity I've had to be a part of a university that is devoted not only to academic excellence but also to developing men and women of faith and character," Jones said. "I look forward, in both my academic and professional pursuits, to exemplifying the Marriott School's ideals of excellence in my faith, scholarship and service."
Named for successful corporate executive Rodney A. Hawes, Jr. and his wife, Beverly, the award was created in 1998 to recognize the accomplishments of graduating MBA students. The Hawes Scholar award is one of many initiatives made possible by the Hawes Endowment, a gift of more than $2 million used to facilitate the growth and enhancement of the Marriott School's nationally ranked MBA program. Mr. Hawes, a Baker Scholar from the Harvard Business School, and his wife wanted to create a tradition at the Marriott School that recognizes and rewards excellence among students entering the business world.
Mr. Hawes served as chairman and CEO of Life Re Corporation, a leading provider of life reinsurance in the United States. In addition to being widely recognized for his expertise in financial matters, Hawes has a reputation for integrity, hard work and community service.
The Marriott School is located at Brigham Young University, the largest privately owned, church-sponsored university in the United States. The school has nationally ranked programs in accounting, business management, information systems, organizational behavior and entrepreneurship. The mission of the Marriott School is to educate men and women of faith, character and professional ability who will become outstanding managers and leaders throughout the world. Approximately 3,000 students are enrolled in the Marriott School's graduate and undergraduate programs.
_
Writer: S. Wade Hansen