Gaining much deserved recognition at Missouri State University’s annual STAR Awards ceremony on April 22 this year was a College of Business faculty member and group of students.    

Hosted by the office of student engagement, the STAR Awards ceremony honors outstanding student leaders, organizations and advisors nominated by students, faculty, staff and organizations. Since it began in 1996, it has recognized more than 350 recipients at Missouri State. 

Outstanding advisor and distinguished merit 

Courtney Pham, a senior instructor in the department of marketing received the Outstanding Organization Advisor Award, an honor presented to only one advisor each year.

This award recognizes an advisor who creates a supportive environment for students and plays a key role in their growth and development throughout the year. This individual goes above and beyond their job duties, volunteering extra time to guide and support students in achieving success.

“I am grateful that the office of student engagement organized this annual event to recognize the dedication and services invested by the students and advisors,” Pham said.

“I am also very touched to have a great team of FBLA members who nominated me for in this category.  Their belief in me and my work is a tremendous source of motivation.”

Pham’s recognition is a testament to her deep commitment and mentorship within the FBLA Collegiate. 

The MSU FBLA Collegiate also earned the Distinguished Merit Award (honorable mention) for being an outstanding organization of the year. 

Individual awards 

In addition, a few students won individual awards for positively impacting their organizations and engaging actively in campus life. 

• Outstanding senior – Emma Vytlacil (management major) 
• Outstanding sophomore – Eli Price (management major) 
• Outstanding non-traditional student – Kaylyn Hinkle (MBA) 

Find out more about the STAR Awards