Governor Jim Pillen has appointed Daniella Kosiso Akwanamnye of Chadron State College to serve as a Student Trustee on the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges.
The Governor also appointed Lucas Hrabik of Peru State and Mattie Kucera of Wayne State to serve as Student Trustees. They will serve a one-year term (2026-27 academic year) and represent the students of the State Colleges.
“The Board of Trustees values the insight and perspective our student leaders bring to the table. It is my honor, as Chair, to welcome our new Student Trustees and look forward to their contributions in strengthening our colleges and the student experience,” said Bob Engles, Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges.
Akwanamnye, a junior at Chadron State College, is majoring in communication arts with a focus on journalism and public relations. She has served as a Student Senator, Editor in Chief of the student newspaper, “The Eagle”, a marketing and recruitment coordinator, and vice president of the International Club.
When discussing her role as Student Trustee in her application, Daniella said, “As a student trustee, I see my role as being the bridge between students and leadership, and advocating for a campus community where students feel a sense of belonging, access, and opportunity.”
Daniella is the daughter of John and Beatrice Akwanamnye of Aroma, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
