Joshua Davis

• Title: Outstanding First-Year Student Award

Joshua Davis, an International Studies major from Pleasant City, Ohio, has found a sense of purpose and community during his first year at Ohio State through his leadership roles, including as Military Community Advocate with the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship, as President of the Student Veterans Association, and through his participation in the Student Veterans of America Leadership Fellowship in Washington, DC. These experiences have allowed him to advocate for military-connected students, strengthen community engagement and create and champion initiatives that enhance these students’ success in higher education. Joshua has learned that leadership is about service, lifting others up and building a lasting impact. He is grateful for the platform Ohio State has given him to grow as a leader, and he is committed to continue working to ensure that every military-connected student has the opportunities and community they deserve.