Graduate students in the Master of Public Administration program at the U of A have been awarded the prestigious Hugh T. Henry Memorial Scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year: Andrew Guegan, Annette Nyoni and Domingo A. Feliz Carela. 

Named in honor of Hugh T. Henry, the founding director of the M.P.A. program at the U of A, this memorial scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement, leadership and a commitment to public service. Professor Henry's legacy laid the foundation for public administration education in Arkansas, and this award continues to celebrate students who embody his vision of ethical and impactful governance. 

ANNETTE NYONI 

Nyoni is a Fulbright Scholar and Gosack Fellow from Zambia, pursuing an M.P.A. and nonprofit studies. Her work centers on inclusive policy implementation, social equity and community resilience. 

"It's an incredible honor to receive the Hugh T. Henry Memorial Scholarship," Nyoni said. "Dr. Henry's pioneering work in public administration laid a foundation for service-driven leadership, and I am proud to be part of that legacy. This recognition reaffirms my commitment to using policy as a tool for equity and meaningful change." 

ANDREW GUEGAN 

Guegan is a second-semester M.P.A. student originally from Santa Ana, California. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science with minors in French and Spanish from the U of A and currently works as a secretary in the African and African American Studies office. Outside the classroom, he plays indoor soccer in a Bentonville league and enjoys biking throughout Northwest Arkansas. 

"It means a lot to receive this award. It serves as a recognition of all the hard work I've put in during graduate school and leading up to it," Guegan said. "I would like to thank my parents for supporting me, my adviser Dr. Geoboo Song for guiding me through the program and Dr. Jarred Cuellar, who inspired me to pursue the M.P.A. in the first place." 

DOMINGO A. "Tony" FELIZ CARELA 

Feliz Carela is a Fulbright Scholar from the Dominican Republic, currently pursuing a master's degree in public administration and nonprofit management. He is a first-generation student and passionate advocate for equity and innovation in the nonprofit sector. 

"It's a true honor to receive the Hugh T. Henry Memorial Scholarship," Feliz Carela said. "Dr. Henry's legacy inspires me to keep pushing for more inclusive and innovative solutions in public service. This recognition fuels my commitment to using technology and collaborative leadership to help nonprofits and governments respond more effectively to community needs."