Olivia Hardin-Nieri graduated from Eureka College with degrees in Communication and Media Studies. During her senior year, she studied in Cusco, Peru, completed additional coursework, and continued to serve in campus leadership roles, including Transfer Student Senator, Vice President, and involvement with Eureka College TV & Radio.

Olivia remains deeply grateful for the relationships she developed through the Phillips Scholar Program. Reflecting on the experience, she shared that she "would not be the person I am today if I had not had the opportunity to meet others who are striving for positive change." She credits the program with strengthening her confidence in collaboration, communication, and community engagement, and continues to encourage younger scholars to "lean into the relationships that guide your leadership learning."

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