Merone Hailemeskel honored with the 2024 CHSS G.O.L.D. award

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is proud to honor Merone Hailemeskel, BA Economics '15, MPP '17, with the 2024 CHSS G.O.L.D. - Graduate of the Last Decade award.

Hailemeskel serves as the digital director and communications associate for former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. In this role, she brings almost a decade of experience working in various positions in communications, digital, and public policy.

Learn more about Hailemeskel on her Community and Catalysts award page.

Congratulations, Merone Hailemeskel!

 

The distinguished alumni awards are given each fall at the college's signature event, Community and Catalysts: Achievements, Awards, and Innovations, a celebration of alumni, faculty, and students whose leadership, research, and service have made outstanding contributions to their fields, communities, and to the university. 

 

 List of all 2024 Community & Catalysts award recipients.