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HUNTINGTON òòò½ÊÓƵ” Marshall University students Sarah Talkington and Valec Spencer have become the first in the universityòòò½ÊÓƵ™s history to receive the prestigious Presidentòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA), a national honor recognizing exceptional commitment to community service.
The awards, presented during Marshallòòò½ÊÓƵ™s 2025 Leadership Awards ceremony, recognize student leaders and volunteers for their efforts to serve both the campus and broader communities, according to a release from Marshall. The PVSA was established by President George W. Bush and honors individuals who demonstrate outstanding civic engagement through volunteerism. The award is based on the number of service hours completed over a 12 month period. Bronze, silver and gold levels recognize increasing tiers of service.
Sarah Talkington earned a bronze PVSA through service with organizations including the Barboursville Public Library, Southwestern West Virginia Chinese òòò½ÊÓƵsociation, Marshall University and the Chinese Student & Scholars òòò½ÊÓƵsociation, the release states.
Valec Spencer earned both a bronze and silver PVSA by volunteering with the Huntington Childrenòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Museum, Drinko Library, HerdCON and Marshallòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Student Center facilities team and by participating in Huntington street clean-up and beautification efforts, according to the release.
Marshall University became a certifying organization for the PVSA in August 2024, allowing the institution to nominate and recognize students who demonstrate a sustained commitment to service, the release states.
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