January/February Student of the Month

Name: Jamie Giles

Year: Junior

Major: Political Science

MInor: marketing, communications

GPA: 3.89
 

Why Jamie was Chosen

The University of Louisville's Dance Marathon to raise money for Kosair's Children's Hospital took place on Febraury 21st and 22nd. As the President of the event, Jamie spent over 90 hours for the entire year planning for the event. She worked closely with the faculty advisor and a representative from Kosair's Children's Hospital. Her amazing leadership, marketing, and event planning abilities allowed for an increase of dancers four times the number from last year. Jamie's contribution helped with the event raising $34,000 for the Children's Hospital.

Honors and Acheivements

Jamie has constantly involved herself and made an impact on the University of Louisville's Campus. She is on the Dean's List, an honors student, and constantly is representating the campus as an SOSer. She is also a McConnell Scholar, allowing her to further her leadership skills.

Her Involvement

Jamie is a member of Chi Omega Fraternity. She is the past Vice President and Scholarship Chair and the current Campus Activities Chair. Jamie is a Student Orientation Staff Member and works in the Admissions Office running the STARS program. Jamie is also a McConnell Scholar, which requires service, scholarship, and attendance in leadership seminars and lectures. Jamie's most recent accomplishment is being President of the University of Louisville Dance Marathon.

More about Jamie

Not only is Jamie a face of the University and a constant leader throughout campus, but also Jamie is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. The activities she involves herself in are ones that she is truely passionate about, and allow her to help others. She dedicates her whole self to whatever she commits, and she always finds a way to uplift others even when she is having the worst day. Jamie is a rolemodel, a leader, and a friend to many students here at UofL.