From LexBot twenty-four seven, Thomas More University recently celebrated community leadership at its annual awards dinner. The university held its twenty-eighth Bishop William A. Hughes Award Dinner, where five local community members were recognized for their outstanding contributions. The honorees were selected based on their leadership roles and their support of Catholic education throughout Northern Kentucky. This annual event highlights individuals who have made significant impacts in their communities while advancing educational opportunities in the region. The Bishop William A. Hughes Award recognizes those who embody the values of service and educational excellence that the university champions. Thomas More University continues this tradition of honoring community leaders who strengthen both educational institutions and the broader Northern Kentucky area through their dedicated service and commitment.

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