Medalists

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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Tavia Zimmerman

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I learned about working to improve my skills physically, and that I should compare against my previous results, not other’s results. My volunteer work allowed me to coach other young girls to enjoy...

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Braxton Simmons

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I have learned that I need to become more organized and keep track of the activities each day. I also learned that, even though I work hard for things, it doesn’t always turn out the way I hoped or...

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Taylor Schmidt

What have you gained by participating in The Congressional Award? I’ve gained friendships through the volunteer hours I did. I also gained a new perspective on what Wyoming looks like through my expedition.

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