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NORMAN, Okla. — Anna Hyslop, an Economics and Global Energy, Environment and Resources student, was recently named a 2024 Udall Scholar. She is one of 55 recipients nationwide for the prestigious undergraduate scholarship.
"I am incredibly honored to have received the Udall Scholarship,” Hyslop said. “Working on climate and energy solutions within the Norman community has undoubtedly redefined my career trajectory, and I am so grateful to the University of Oklahoma for supporting me in my endeavors. I am excited to continue advancing equitable climate solutions during the remainder of my undergraduate education here at OU."
The Udall Scholarship, named for Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall, is sponsored by the Udall Foundation and recognizes student leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy and health care fields. The foundation’s programs promote leadership, education, collaboration and conflict resolution.
Two other OU students received honorable mentions after being finalists for the award: Emily Black, a junior from the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences, and Savannah Slayton, a junior from the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences. Both students are also in the Honors College.
About the University of Oklahoma
Founded in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. As the state’s flagship university, OU serves the educational, cultural, economic and health care needs of the state, region and nation. OU was named the state’s highest-ranking university in U.S. News & World Report’s most recent Best Colleges list. For more information about the university, visit ou.edu.
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