Biology major Maria Anderson will receive the President’s Medal, the highest honor given to a graduate in the Class of 2016.

She will graduate with a 3.9 GPA and is planning on working toward her Masters of Health Administration degree.

Anderson is also a leader at the university’s Camp Eagle, a Student Ambassador and a student worker in Admissions.

She will receive the award during a Pott College of Science, Engineering and Education and Outreach and Engagement Commencement ceremony April 30.