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Future Business Leaders Committed to Changing the World for the Better
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Nov 27, 2025

Introducing the Class of 2028

Twenty-four sophomore students from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School have been selected as members of the tenth class of Luther Hodges Scholars. This 2.5-year program, sponsored by the Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, brings together business majors and minors committed to becoming mission-driven business leaders that positively impact society.

Please join us in welcoming:

Jahara Dawn Anderson
Vittoria Bello Goncalves
Yash Chadha
Shane Conrads
Ella Gamache
Vaibhav Giani
Taylor Haas
Max Haber
Cullen Haggerty
Radhika Heda
Lindsay Horowitz
Dabney Hughes

Briya Kenchen
Aryan Khanna
Lisa Konopeshko
Natalie Madrzykowski
Connor Markwell
Anagha Puranik
Ellie Reynolds
Linsey Shen
Tanisha Thulasidas
Maruthi Vemula

Scholars gain hands-on experience at the intersection of the public and private sectors through coursework, field trips, mentorship, summer internships, and research. Additionally, scholars have access to community-building and professional development funds, as well as conferences, workshops and trainings that enhance their skills and abilities as cross-sector business leaders.

To learn more about the program, visit the Luther Hodges Scholars website and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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