Photo by:  Inga Oberst/Troy University

Troy University student Sonya Smith of Dothan is the recipient of the STARS Outstanding Leadership Award, which is presented annually by the Higher Education Partnership. Interim Dothan Campus Vice Chancellor Bob Willis congratulates Smith on the award, which recognizes her service and dedication to higher education advocacy. Secretary of State Jim Bennett (not pictured) presented the award to the social work major at a recent STARS banquet in Montgomery. Smith is active in the Troy University SGA and the non-profit organization Family By Family.