The Robinson Family Multicultural Leadership Awards recognize four outstanding, graduating students who are leaving a legacy of enhancing multicultural engagement at Kansas State University through their leadership. The award winners are recognized at the Robinson Family Multicultural Leadership Awards Luncheon.

The Robinsons are a family of K-Staters who came from humble beginnings. Exposure to K-State has encouraged and inspired generations of their family. They have committed to core values that include leadership, giving back and leaving a legacy. The Robinson Family Multicultural Leadership Awards represent the beginning of a wonderful journey as students graduate and become alumni.

Congratulations to our 2024 recipients:

  • Deepesh Agarwal, doctoral candidate in electrical and computer engineering
  • Elizabeth Chapman, bachelor’s candidate in political science and international studies
  • Negil McPherson III, bachelor’s candidate in business marketing
  • Monica Tlaxcalteca-Romero, bachelor’s candidate in industrial and manufacturing systems engineering


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