While in Kazakhstan, Sanders will complete an English teaching assistantship.

“I decided to pursue an English teaching position because I’m terrible at language learning,” said Sanders, a South Carolina native. “Languages are extremely challenging for me, and it’s precisely that challenge that draws me to mastering languages and helping others to do the same.”

Before hearing that she had been named a Fulbright Scholar, Sanders embarked on several adventures, such as hiking along the Pacific Crest Trail and working on a sheep farm in New Zealand. Receiving the award allows her to pursue both education and “esoteric” endeavors.

“When I found out that I got the Fulbright … I realized that not only can I do both things, but that they are complementary,” said Sanders. “My strange adventure has taught me flexibility, adaptability, and patience, which will make me a better English teacher in Kazakhstan.”

Sanders graduated from UofL in May of 2019 as a double major in Anthropology and Environmental Studies with a minor in Russian Studies. Prior to receiving the Fulbright award, she was named a Vogt and honors scholar and received both the Anthropology and Liberal Arts departments’ Awards of Merit.

Sanders will leave for Kazakhstan in January. After completing her time there, she may pursue a master’s degree in łÉČËÖ±˛Ą or English.

“I’m hoping the Fulbright will both help me grow as a Russian learner and allow me to collaborate with other language learners.”

Twelve additional UofL alumni have earned 2019 student Fulbright scholarships, a prestigious international award coveted by many high-achieving scholars.Ěý.Ěý

The university has had outstanding results as a producer of Fulbrights. Since 2003, there have been 133 Fulbrights, more than all other Kentucky public institutions combined.

Jewell, who majors in political science, is a Harlan Scholar, Woodford R. Porter Scholar, Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholar and McConnell Scholar. He serves as a Student Government Association Arts and Sciences senator and the Club Programming Committee chair. He has also served as president of the Society of Porter Scholars and as a member of the UofL Honors program, Students Stimulation Conversation and the Task Force Freshman.Ěý

“I chose UofL because it was one of the only schools where I really felt like I had a family already at the university and people who were truly interested in my progression not just as a student but as a person in general,” Jewell said.Ěý

Morgan, who majors in English and Spanish, is a Governor’s Scholar and a Vogt Scholar. She serves as the SGA’s Arts and Sciences Council president and executive staff. She has served a

s a member of the PEACC Program, the raiseRED Marathon, Order of Omega president and Chi Omega Sorority.

“I chose UofL because it’s very different from where I’m from.ĚýIt’s a lot more diverse, which I think offers a lot of growth as an individual,” Morgan said. “Everyone is so encouraging and willing to help you learn not only about other people but about yourself.”

Each year, UofL bestows an award to an outstanding senior man and woman as Mr. and Ms. Cardinal. This award is based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, contributions to the university, an explanation of what the “Mr. and Ms. Cardinal Award” means to the applicants as well as an interview by a panel of judges.

Check out a video of Mr. and Ms. Cardinal below.Ěý