Gold Medalist

Julian Edmunds

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Overall, The Congressional Award program has allowed me to not just improve myself but to also improve the community that I live in. I have learned so many valuable skills by being committed to my...

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Axie Elsasser

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I’ve learned how much time some things truly require and by doing so, my time management skills have gotten better. I’ve seen how much effort gets put into events for the community, such as the Summer...

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Taylor Frauendienst

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained an overall sense of the importance of giving back to my community. I know that what I have learned from volunteering will not end today, but will continue for all the years of my life. I...

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Shelby Hoobler

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Participating in The Congressional Award program has truly been transformative for me, opening up a world of new opportunities and experiences. Overall, my participation has offered me a comprehensive...

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James Neishabouri

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Participating in the Congressional Award program has enabled me to develop a strong sense of community engagement and personal growth through voluntary service, personal development, and personal...

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Kinzley Nusbaum

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gained many important life skills through The Congressional Award. I have learned humility and patience, as well as honesty and leadership. Without The Congressional Award, I would not have had...

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Michael Rubich

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I’ve realized that helping others is not only satisfying but also uplifting—it’s amazing how much joy you can feel from making a difference in someone else’s life. Overall, the Congressional Award has...

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Lincoln Searle

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? Participating in The Congressional Award has taught me many things, but overall, it has led me to become a more productive and kind member of society. In my time performing service activities, I have...

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Vesper Seitz

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? My organizational skills have developed greatly. Not only did I have to coordinate activities to reach my goals, I then had to document and organize all of that data. I also became a more involved...

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Loriana Walter

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? The Congressional Award is about more than just the recognition; it’s an experience that provided a chance for personal growth. I have built communication and planning skills, and continued with my...

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Luke Salsgiver

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have gotten more into the outdoors through the expedition. I have improved my overall physical fitness. I also have helped participate in multiple community events which have helped open my...

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Ava Taylor

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I feel as though participating in Congressional Awards has prepared me well for college. I have had to interact and work with all sorts of different people, as well as approach difficult situations....

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