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.
Cole Batten
Student of the Month

Cowley College announces Cole Batten as the January Student of the Month. A Graphic Design major from Oxford, Kansas, Batten has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement, making them a deserving recipient.

With a 4.0 GPA, Batten excels in their coursework while actively contributing to the Cowley community. They serve as a tutor in the Tiger Learning Center and take on the role of campus videographer and social media ambassador. Beyond their academic commitments, Batten is an engaged member of several student organizations, including Art Club, Quiz Bowl, and Voices Heard. 

Their journey at Cowley College began while they were still in high school, taking advantage of early college opportunities. After graduating, they continued their education at Cowley, developing their artistic skills and building strong connections within the art department. After graduation, Batten plans to transfer to the University of Kansas to study graphic design and art further.

Cowley College congratulates Cole Batten on this well-earned recognition and looks forward to seeing all they accomplish in the future.

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:

  1. Nominee name
  2. Nominator name and email
  3. Why it is believed that the student is a good candidate for student of the month
  4. How the student serves as a role model for others
  5. List of activities outside the classroom
  6. List of honors and awards
  7. 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.