Kayla Fenwick, a senior business major, is a resident assistant and co-president of Black Student Union (BSU). Her nominator wrote: “As a resident assistant, Kayla continues to put service into action. She is always willing to give her time and resources to help her residents succeed and approaches every situation with composure, empathy, and confidence … Kayla is deeply committed to social justice and works actively to promote equity and inclusion on campus. Through her involvement with the BSU, she advocates for the voices and experiences of marginalized students, helping create programs and discussions that educate the broader campus community.”
Kelvin Garcia-Bonilla is a senior kinesiology major and has been active in several THON initiatives, including serving as special events executive for Berks Benefitting THON, where he helped organize the annual “Inspire the Night” benefit dinner which raised over $15,000. He has also participated as a 2025 THON dancer. Additionally, he volunteers with ProBerco, a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. His nominator wrote: “Throughout his time at Penn State Berks, Kelvin has exemplified Dr. King’s core values of service, leadership, and a commitment to justice and community empowerment.”
Samayun Uday is a junior psychology major. His nominator wrote, “Samayun is an international mentor who works closely with international students throughout the year to support both their academic success and personal well-being. As an international student himself, Samayun is uniquely positioned to understand their challenges and assist them with navigating campus life, adjusting to new surroundings, and becoming comfortable with American culture so they can truly feel at home.” Uday is involved in the Penn State Berks International Klub, and as president of the art and photography club, Uday organized a campus-wide event that showcased the artistic talents of Penn State Berks students and faculty.
The event was sponsored by the Office of Inclusive Excellence, Office of Student Engagement and Leadership, and the Student Initiated Fee.