MORGAN RUSLER: Stepping Up and Into Leadership Roles Earns the Respect of Others

MORGAN RUSLER: Stepping Up and Into Leadership Roles Earns the Respect of Others

Being a leader sometimes means making tough decision. The best leaders make those decisions and maintain the respect of others without asking for it. Morgan Rusler’s nominator saw that in her and thought it deserving of BEST Board recognition. “She has not sought out recognition for her accomplishments and contributions, and this honor would be very befitting of her during her last semester at MSU. Morgan has been an exemplary student leader, and there aren’t many I would consider as deserving of this honor as she is.”

MASAKI HARA: His Leadership Grows From His Word-is-His-Bond Confidence and Responsibility

MASAKI HARA: His Leadership Grows From His Word-is-His-Bond Confidence and Responsibility

In the BEST Board nomination of Masaki Hara, he was recognized for his assistance to incoming international students, particularly from Japan. His trustworthiness helps him gain the confidence to lead others. “Masaki has been a leader with Bridges International for the past 2 academic years. He helps organize community building events and is always a welcoming face to new international students joining Bridges events. If he says he’ll do it, he will,”

MAVERICK MINUTE: Campus Hub

MAVERICK MINUTE: Campus Hub

In the latest MAVERICK MINUTE video, President Edward Inch visits with Amy Roemhildt about the Campus Hub as a student resource for addressing questions about financial aid and billing. The MAVERICK MINUTE is a bi-monthly video hosted by President Inch that shares valuable campus resources available to all students.

RYAN LEISTIKOW: Enhancing Students’ Campus Experience is a Driving Force for Involvement

RYAN LEISTIKOW: Enhancing Students’ Campus Experience is a Driving Force for Involvement

BEST Board honoree, Ryan Leistikow, found a path to his career in Recreation and Parks Leadership through his involvement with the Student Events Team. That passion for keeping others engaged grew during the pandemic when, as President of the Student Events Team, he lead planning and coordination of virtual events. For Ryan, that involvement was an extension of his Maverick Pride.