Ryan Console ’21: Widener University High School Leadership Award Recipient
November 23, 2020
Widener University, in partnership with WCAU-TV NBC10, is proud to recognize Ryan Console ’21 of Eustace Prep as a winner of the Widener University High School Leadership Awards.
In its ninth year, the awards program recognized 160 students from high schools throughout the region for their abilities to stand up for what is right, address a wrong and make a difference in their communities or schools. Honorees gathered for a virtual award event Friday, Nov. 6 where they heard remarks from NBC10’s Tracy Davidson, Widener University President Julie E. Wollman and others, including Jason LeVasseur, a leadership speaker and workshop facilitator, who gave the keynote address.
Console was recognized for making a difference by acting as senator of his class and motivating his peers to embody Bishop Eustace’s mission of service and community..
“Through the High School Leadership Awards, Widener University has the pleasure of honoring the inspiring young leaders within our community who demonstrate courage and strong leadership,” said Widener University President Julie E. Wollman. “This year we are extremely proud to recognize students like Ryan Console who embody the important principals of character and leadership, and who work to create positive change in their communities. It is my pleasure to give all the honorees this well-deserved recognition.”
Award recipients will also receive a scholarship of $20,000 over four years should they choose to enroll at Widener University as a freshman for undergraduate studies. Honorees who choose to attend Widener are known as Apogee Scholars. As Apogee Scholars, students will have an opportunity to receive four years of valuable leadership programming and experiences. Through our Leadership Institute, Apogee Scholars can uncover their potential and further develop their leadership skills by earning a leadership certificate or pursuing a minor in leadership studies.
“NBC10 and Telemundo62 are proud to continue our partnership with Widener University and the Widener High School Leadership Awards which recognizes the leaders of tomorrow,” said Ric Harris, President and General Manager of NBC10 and Telemundo62. “These students have achieved academic excellence while inspiring positive change in their communities.”
For more information regarding the Widener University High School Leadership Awards and to view a complete list of winners, visit the High School Leadership Awards page.
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