Newel K. Whitney Award

Andrew may not care too much about this, and may be even more embarrassed that i'm blogging about it, but i think it's a HUGE accomplishment and i'm so proud of him. We received this letter in the mail the other day:

Dear Andrew Leith,

The Brigham Young University-Idaho Accounting Department is pleased to announce that you have been selected to receive the Newel K. Whitney Award.

The Newel K. Whitney Award is in memory of the early church member who used his gifts, talents, and means to build the Kingdom of God. Whitney was innovative, frugal, and honest - a true entrepreneur. Additionally, Whitney was able to improve his business yet remain loyal to the Church despite hard times. "He was a successful businessman, a presiding bishop of the Church, a prominent civic official, and a notable member of his community." (D. Michael Quinn, "The Newel K Whitney Family," Ensign, Dec 1978, 42.) Whitney was part of the school of the prophets and an in-depth communicator.

This award is given to students who have displayed similar traits that Newel K. Whitney possessed. Specifically, students are honored for their character, diligence, and desire to build the Kingdom of God. Selected students must be nominated by at least three of the Accounting Department faculty who feel the student would represent the Church, University, and Department as an exemplary employable quality graduate.

Please send a photo of yourself in business attire, so we can display your picture with the other Newel K. Whitney award recipients for this semester.


How great is that?! Just thought I'd blog the letter so we would forever have it!