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Anusha Chaudhary awarded the 2025 Ruth McQwoun Scholarship

We are delighted to announce that Anusha Chaudhary was awarded the Ruth McQwoun Scholarship. Congratulations!

This award is granted to students at the University of Florida who exemplify outstanding academic achievement and a deep commitment to social justice, particularly in advancing equity for women, racial minorities, and individuals from low-income backgrounds.

In honor of these values, Anusha has been selected as a recipient of the $2000 award for the Fall 2025 semester. This recognition affirms her academic excellence and dedication to inclusive scholarship and also celebrates her contributions to community engagement and advocacy.

As part of this honor, her name will be inscribed on a permanent plaque displayed in the Center for Women’s Studies and Gender Research at Ustler Hall, commemorating her as part of the legacy of Dr. O. Ruth McQuown, a trailblazing faculty member and administrator known for her tireless efforts in promoting equality and institutional change