Murray State University Athletics
Murray State Student-Athlete Chosen For NCAA Leadership Conference
4/26/2006 5:00:00 AM | General
The 2006 NCAA Leadership Conference will run from May 28 to June 1 at Disney's Yacht Beach Club Resort in
Hankins, a member of the Racer football team, is a freshman from Batesville, Miss.
“I consider this to be an honor to be selected from so many student-athletes,” said Hankins. “I'm also honored to represent
MSU's Olivia Joseph (women's track and field), Ashley Meagher (volleyball) and Tony Easley (men's basketball) were nominated along with Hankins. Joseph, a native of
The selection committee emphasized non-athletic leadership experience, community service and academic awards. Athletic accomplishments did not play a role in the selection process.
Each nominee also wrote an essay describing a previous leadership experience and what was learned from it.
The NCAA Leadership Conference provides NCAA student-athletes with a forum to openly discuss issues that may affect them on their campuses and in their communities, while also providing them with the opportunity to enhance their leadership, communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
