Taking On New Challenges with the Founder Scholarship Fund: Joey Leimkuler's Story

Stories from the River · Jul 11, 2024 · 20m

In this fourth part of the Founders Scholarship Fund series on Stories from the River, Manny Rodrigues welcomes Joey Leimkuhler and his mother, Janet, to discuss Joey's first year at UNC Charlotte as a recipient of the Founder Scholarship Fund. Joey shares that his initial college experience was easier than anticipated, achieving a spot on both the Dean's and Chancellor's lists. He talks about the significance of the scholarship in easing his academic journey and allowing him to take ROTC programs that helped him find community. Janet expresses pride in her son's accomplishments and…