Student of the Month
The Student of the Month and Year is selected by the Cowley College faculty and staff.
Students each year receive the honor of being selected as Student of the Month. Each
month, the selected student is recognized at the Board of Trustee’s meeting. Anyone
selected as ‘Student of the Month’ will be considered for ‘Student of the Year’.
There are many outstanding students that deserve the honor of being nominated. These
students have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher and have accumulated 31 or more credit
hours. They are also enrolled full-time and are an outstanding citizen.
Student of the Month
Cowley College has named Eliza Ward, a 19-year-old English major from Arkansas City,
Kansas, the October 2026 Student of the Month. With a passion for literature, creative
writing and the performing arts, Ward has made the most of her college experience
through academic achievement, student leadership and community involvement.
Ward currently serves as president of Creative Claws, Cowley College's creative writing club, where she shares her enthusiasm for storytelling and encourages fellow students to explore their creativity. She also serves as secretary and vice president of Act One, the college's drama and acting club.
In addition to her academic and extracurricular commitments, Ward works as a student employee on campus under Lindsay Allen and spends her weekends interning at the Cowley County Historical Society Museum. Her work at the museum provides an opportunity to engage with local history while gaining valuable professional experience.
Following graduation from Cowley, Ward plans to continue her education through Fort Hays State University, where she intends to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in literature through the university's online program. She hopes to balance her continued education with employment while remaining involved in theatre during her free time.
Through her dedication to academics, creative expression, campus leadership and community service, Ward continues to make a positive impact at Cowley College while preparing for a future centered on her passion for literature and the arts.
Ward currently serves as president of Creative Claws, Cowley College's creative writing club, where she shares her enthusiasm for storytelling and encourages fellow students to explore their creativity. She also serves as secretary and vice president of Act One, the college's drama and acting club.
In addition to her academic and extracurricular commitments, Ward works as a student employee on campus under Lindsay Allen and spends her weekends interning at the Cowley County Historical Society Museum. Her work at the museum provides an opportunity to engage with local history while gaining valuable professional experience.
Following graduation from Cowley, Ward plans to continue her education through Fort Hays State University, where she intends to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in literature through the university's online program. She hopes to balance her continued education with employment while remaining involved in theatre during her free time.
Through her dedication to academics, creative expression, campus leadership and community service, Ward continues to make a positive impact at Cowley College while preparing for a future centered on her passion for literature and the arts.
Previous Years
Nomination Criteria
Take time to NOMINATE an outstanding student now! Nominations must be received by the 5th of the month. To be considered, the student must meet the following criteria:
- Must have established a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or higher on 31 or more credit hours.
- Must be enrolled full time.
- Must be an outstanding citizen.
The submission form will request the following information:
- Nominee name
- Nominator name and email
- Why it is believed that the student is a good candidate for student of the month
- How the student serves as a role model for others
- List of activities outside the classroom
- List of honors and awards
- Other comments can be provided but are not required
To nominate a student, log into Cowley Connect and find the "Student of the Month Nomination" page linked from the left sidebar under the INTRANET tab.