Lilly, 24-years-old, is a second-year medical student at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology from UCLA, where she was named to the Dean’s Honors List, served as Secretary of a student-run clinic in Mexico, and was President of Persian Sorority – Sigma Pi Sigma Psi. Lilly volunteers with Rescues and Roses to support the Animal Care Society and Operation Smile, participating in global surgical programs in Peru and China. She also serves as a leader within the newly founded Kentucky Human Rights Collaborative.

Maddie, 21-years-old, is a senior at the University of Kentucky (UK) studying Neuroscience and Appalachian studies. She is the first female from eastern Kentucky to be elected UK Student Body President and chairs the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Board of Student Presidents. A Lewis Honors College ambassador, Maddie has served as president of both ACTION (Appalachian Career Training in Oncology) and the Appalachian Health Initiative (AHI), organizations dedicated to improving healthcare access in Appalachia. She is also a member of Alpha Phi sorority, the Apollo Society, Phi Delta Epsilon, and Neurocats.

Elizabeth, 21-years-old, is a senior Presidential Scholar at the University of Kentucky pursuing dual degrees in Finance and Flute Performance. She is a Gatton College of Business Ambassador, UK Homecoming Queen, Principal Flutist for the UK Wind Symphony, and Preliminary Talent Winner at Miss Kentucky. As Miss Danville, Elizabeth partners with Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass to promote the service initiative she founded, Mind Your Money – Investing in Financial Literacy, bringing financial education to Kentucky’s classrooms.

Erica, 21-years-old, is senior John Henry Scholar at Kentucky State University majoring in political science. She serves as Miss Kentucky State University, is a Vogt Scholar, and Whitney M. Young Scholar. Erica is also a Human Rights Campaign consultant student leader and presides over two campus organizations. She interned for the Fayette County Prosecutor’s Office and Princeton University’s Archive, Research, and Collaborative History Program. She also serves as a Volunteer Mentor for Franklin County Schools.

Hannah, 19-years-old, is a sophomore at the University of Louisville where she is pursuing a double major in marketing and sports administration with a certificate in sales. She is a Vogt Scholar, Honors Student, and has interned with the PGA of America. She is also very active on campus, serving as the Vice President of Kappa Delta Sorority, Vice President of Member Development of Order of Omega, and a returning staff member of raiseRED Dance Marathon.

1957 – Jackie Love
1958 – Pat Travis
1959 – Martha Layne Hall (future Governor Collins)
1960 – Lillian Campbell
1961 – Dillard Marr
1962 – Jane Helm
1963 – Judy Roach
1964 – Trudie Musson
1965 – Jennifer Burcham
1966 – Lynne Girdler
1967 – Julie Short
1968 – Lynn Morris Haymond
1969 – Melinda Milliken
1970 – Starr Sprigg
1971 – Jennifer Lynn Storm
1972 – Gail Gorski
1973 – Julie Williams
1974 – Marion R. McCord
1975 – Annette Grundy
1976 – Kathy Carpenter
1977 – Robin Marie Clore
1978 – Elizabeth Page Penna
1979 – Ronda Marie Hartlage
1980 – Holly Wright
1981 – Gwen Francis Hettinger
1982 – Mia Todd
1983 – Lala Michele Thomas
1984 – Jessica Elizabeth Thomas
1985 – Peggy Barton
1986 – Kristen Zapata
1987  – Jennifer Lynn Stratton
1988 – Christina Lynn Levy
1989 – Margaret McGaw
1990 – Heather Marie Peet
1991 – Kristi Wright
1992 – Michelle Gaines
1993 – Preethi Anathakrishnan
1994 – Melissa Purvis
1995 – Tara Lutz
1996 – Charliese Brown
1997 – Leslie Ann Corbett
1998 – Natalie Ann Hallal
1999 – Michelle Elaine Ackerman
2000 – Kerri Richardson
2001 – Anne Marie Abell
2002 – Caryn Rae Willian
2003 – Rebecca DeSensi
2004 – Maria Maldonado
2005 – Brittany Diane Carpenter
2006 – Patti Jo Grice
2007 – Charlee Doom
2008 – Taléa Renee Drummer
2009 – Harini Chenna
2010 – Megan Imel
2011 – Trisha Maclin
2012 – Kaelyn Gault
2013 – Cameryn Jones
2014 – Julia Springate
2015 – Briana Lathon
2016 – Madison Orman
2017 – Natalie Brown
2018 – Tara Dunaway
2019 – Brittany Patillo
2020-2021 – Giavanna Combs
2022 – Nancy Ngo
2023 – Mahshad Taheri
2024 – Ankita Nair