Adkins receives “Realizing the Dream” Award

Sierra Adkins ’26 has been recognized as Hanover’s recipient of the Independent Colleges of Indiana’s “Realizing the Dream” Award. Adkins, a psychology major from Indianapolis, was honored Feb. 24 during a ceremony at the Eiteljorg Museum in her hometown.

Established in 1989, the “Realizing the Dream” Award is a state-wide honor that recognizes outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential displayed by a first-generation college student during their first year on campus. The honor is funded by Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Independent Colleges of Indiana.

The award is presented annually to students from Indiana’s 29 private, non-profit colleges and universities. Each recipient receives a certificate and $4,000 scholarship to help offset educational costs. The honor also provides a $1,000 professional development grant to a former teacher or mentor who most influenced their decision to attend college.

Independent Colleges of Indiana – “Realizing the Dream” Awards