Heather Buffalo received the award which was established through a partnership between Henderson's Caver College of Aviation, Science, and Nursing, and the Aspirnaut™ program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
ASUMH and Henderson State established a “2+2” transfer agreement in teacher education that will provide a seamless pathway for students pursuing careers in teaching.
The new initiative is designed to connect the university with the Arkadelphia business community while giving students hands-on experience launching and growing new ventures.
The gift will support Henderson ROTC cadets as they pursue their education and prepare for leadership in military service.
The system includes a 360-degree live weather camera and a separate weather station that collects and displays current temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and other essential data.
Hill, a 1987 graduate of Henderson State, has served as director of bands at Marion Public Schools since 2020. Throughout his career, he has led and revitalized band programs across Arkansas and New Mexico.
McKenzie Sanders, a senior pre-med biology major from Little Rock, was named first runner-up, and Ava Littleton, a sophomore sport management major from McGehee, was second runner-up.