Franklin College's Own Hero: Student Saves Lives in Local Emergencies, Honored Alongside Mentor

Emma McLeish, a junior at Franklin College, received the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award for Professional Responders. She was recognized for her effective response in two emergencies in 2023. McLeish, an exercise science student, aims to work in the medical field.

The first emergency happened while McLeish was babysitting in Bargersville. The pregnant mother she was looking after went into unexpected labor. McLeish successfully delivered the baby, keeping both mother and child safe until medical help arrived. Her training was vital in handling this situation.

Later, at a fitness center in Mount Pleasant Christian Church, McLeish helped a man who was in cardiac arrest. She called 911, performed CPR, and used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) until emergency services arrived. Her quick action helped keep the man alive.

The award ceremony was held at Franklin College. Candy Hester, a board member of the Southeast Chapter of the Red Cross in Indiana, presented the award. She praised McLeish's actions as reflecting the high standards of Red Cross training.

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