Local Leaders Shine: Ville Platte's Samuel Gil Named Mr. McNeese, Among Others Honored in 2024 Spring Court

McNeese State University has announced its Spring 2024 Court, which includes a diverse group of students recognized for their leadership and academic achievements. Samuel Gil, a senior in mass communication from Ville Platte, has been named Mr. McNeese. Gil is the president of the Student Government Association, a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and the Honors College. He also serves on the Louisiana Board of Regents, representing student interests.

Kayla Warner, a senior from New Orleans studying health and human performance with a focus on sports medicine, has been named Ms. McNeese. Warner is the president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and participates in the women’s track and field team. She is also active in several other organizations, including the Student Government Association and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

The Spring Court features students from various academic years and disciplines, including freshmen Hadley Hoffpauir and Alicia Powell, sophomores Kadence Harrington and Jagger Morvant, juniors Hannah Benoit, Nathan Blanchard, Adisyn Estes, and Bishwash Khadka, and seniors Pavel Kraus, Maggi Terro, Evan Veillon, and Deseree Wallace. Each contributes to the vibrant student life at McNeese through involvement in different campus organizations.

Freshman Hadley Hoffpauir, majoring in civil engineering from Lacassine, participates in Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and Cowboy Catholics, among other groups. Alicia Powell, a nursing major from San Diego, is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Women in Leadership.

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