Each year, the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain provides a scholarship to the reigning Miss Polk County. On September 30th, Hannah McDonald was crowned Miss Polk County for the 2017-2018 year and was awarded a scholarship to UA Rich Mountain to be applied toward tuition, fees, & books.
Hannah is a junior at Mena High School and plans to pursue a degree in biology and continue toward a professional career as a veterinarian. In her pursuit of higher education, Hannah began taking concurrent courses at the UA Rich Mountain in the fall 2017 semester. “As a concurrent student, Hannah demonstrates a strong work ethic in the rigorous college level coursework. She recognizes the value of being a successful college student while still in high school. I applaud her efforts and celebrate in her accomplishments,” stated Chancellor Wilson.
Pictured: Dr. Phillip Wilson, UA Rich Mountain Chancellor and Hannah McDonald, 2017-2018 Miss Polk County.
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Jeri Pearson
Jeri is the News Director for Pulse Multi-Media and Editor of The Polk County Pulse. She has 10 years of experience in community focused journalism and has won multiple press association awards.

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