Karen Rodriguez, Ulysses, was recently notified that she will be receiving a NextGen Under 30 award.
Rodriguez, who works for a non-profit organization, Child Care Aware of Kansas, has the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C., September 9 for a "Day At the Capitol". The award ceremony to present awards to Rodriguez and other winners is planned for November 8 in Wichita.
The NextGen Under 30 mission is to "identify and honor these very talented young adults, to encourage them to follow their lifetime family and career goals in Kansas".
According to their Website, "NextGen Under 30 recognizes and encourages the next generation of innovative, creative, and inspiring individuals who push the boundaries in various categories of endeavor."
A video on the site, said the program is a "talent retention program" to encourage people to stay in Kansas.
Award winners are selected based upon their participation in and contribution to their communities, according to the Website. A panel of respected business and civic leaders serve as judges.
Rodriguez is a former marketing specialist for The Ulysses News and formerly worked for Grant County EMS.
Watch the Ulysses News for more on Rodriguez and her award.
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