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July 3, 2025
Bandera student named McKnight Scholar at Oklahoma State University
Bandera High School graduate Jalyn Lamb has been selected for Class XV of the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program at Oklahoma State University. This distinguished program recognizes high-achieving out-of-state students who exemplify leadership, academic excellence and a strong commitment to serving others.
Made possible by the generosity of Ross and Billie McKnight, the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program is one of the nation’s premier undergraduate leadership experiences. Approximately 50 students are selected each year through a highly competitive application process that considers leadership experience, academic strength and service to others.
As a McKnight Scholar, Lamb will receive a leadership and scholarship package valued at $85,000. The program includes an out-of-state tuition waiver, a $5,000 cash scholarship per year for four years and a short-term study abroad program. In addition, scholars gain exclusive access to leadership courses, individual mentoring from upper-level McKnight Scholars, leadership aptitude testing and coaching, and membership in a vibrant network of current scholars and alumni.
“We are honored to welcome Jalyn into Class XV of the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program,” Hargis Leadership Institute Director Dr. Josh Taylor said. “This cohort represents some of the most inspiring student leaders from across the country, and we look forward to the impact they will make at OSU and beyond.”
Made possible by the generosity of Ross and Billie McKnight, the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program is one of the nation’s premier undergraduate leadership experiences. Approximately 50 students are selected each year through a highly competitive application process that considers leadership experience, academic strength and service to others.
As a McKnight Scholar, Lamb will receive a leadership and scholarship package valued at $85,000. The program includes an out-of-state tuition waiver, a $5,000 cash scholarship per year for four years and a short-term study abroad program. In addition, scholars gain exclusive access to leadership courses, individual mentoring from upper-level McKnight Scholars, leadership aptitude testing and coaching, and membership in a vibrant network of current scholars and alumni.
“We are honored to welcome Jalyn into Class XV of the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program,” Hargis Leadership Institute Director Dr. Josh Taylor said. “This cohort represents some of the most inspiring student leaders from across the country, and we look forward to the impact they will make at OSU and beyond.”