By Tanner Anderson, Page Editor

Students this year are being recognized for their collegiate achievements, and some do not even realize it.

“I received what?” was a common reaction for students who opened envelopes addressed to them that contained certificates congratulating them on their acceptance to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. In all, 150 students from ACU were recognized by the annual volume, which highlights academic achievements and campus leaders.

“I received something in the mail; I really thought it was a scam until I noticed the ACU logo,” said Kyle Moore, senior accounting major from Double Oak.

Moore has been involved with the Students’ Association Congress, participated in Spring Break Campaigns and is a member of the men’s social club Frater Sodalis.

Another 50 students will receive further recognition as University Scholars at Chapel on the Hill on Thursday. In order to receive this honor, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.5, experience in their fields and a faculty nomination from their departments.

Their experiences may vary from lab research to fieldwork or mission trips.

Madison Saniuk, political science and Spanish major from Arlington, is one of the 50 students who will be receiving University Scholars recognition.

Saniuk will be attending law school next fall at the University of Virginia and founded the student organization ACU for the International Rescue Committee in 2007. She also has been involved with the International Justice Mission and Social Justice committees on campus.

“It’s helpful professionally to be involved with these organizations,” Saniuk said. “But it also helps to have something that you are passionate about.”

Saniuk does not applaud herself for her achievements, instead she claims her achievements come from another source.

“It’s a huge honor and it’s humbling more than anything,” Saniuk said. “This is something that I appreciate, and it’s the glory of God that we’re able to accomplish these achievements.”