SKYCTC Celebrates Excellence in Allied Health Programs at Annual Awards Ceremony
Bowling Green, KY – Each year, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) proudly recognizes outstanding students in its Allied Health programs for achievements in academic and clinical excellence, as well as leadership.
On April 1, 2026, the College hosted its annual Allied Health Awards Ceremony at the Loop Drive Campus, where twenty exceptional students were honored for their accomplishments. In addition, five dedicated professional mentors from regional healthcare facilities were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the programs.
Award recipients were honored in the following categories:
Academic Excellence
Recognizing students who achieved the highest program GPA
- Medical Information Technology – Clay Avery, Warren County
- Medical Laboratory Technology – Yamilet Bruno, Warren County
- Radiography – Yuridia Sanchez Neblina, Butler County
- Respiratory Care – Ashley Pentecost, Logan County
- Surgical Technology – Darrien Stone, Simpson County
Clinical Excellence
Recognizing students with the highest level of clinical proficiency
- Medical Laboratory Technology – April Saldana, Barren County
- Radiography – Hannah Brown, Logan County
- Respiratory Care – Malliea Copas, Allen County
- Surgical Technology – Harley Chapman, Warren County
Excellence in Leadership
Recognizing students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and integrity
- Medical Information Technology – Bonniejean Holder, Allen County
- Medical Laboratory Technology – Stacey Illenye, Barren County
- Radiography – Ella Belcher Carter, Simpson County
- Respiratory Care – Arial Brown, Warren County
- Surgical Technology – Halee Reeves, Warren County
Overall Program Excellence
Recognizing students for excellence in academics, clinical performance, and integrity
- Medical Information Technology – Samantha Baker, Warren County
- Medical Laboratory Technology – Tori Thompson, Marion County
- Radiography – Jesus Diaz, Warren County
- Respiratory Care – Melissa Downey, Warren County
- Surgical Technology – Katie Hunter, Simpson County
Overall Allied Health Winner
Recognizing the top student across all Allied Health programs
- Jesus Diaz - Radiography, Warren County
Professional Mentor Awards
Honoring mentors selected by students for their exceptional support and guidance
- Medical Information Technology – Jean Allen Ellington, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Owenton, KY
- Medical Laboratory Technology – Jacci McKinnis, The Medical Center at Russellville
- Radiography – Bri Dunlap, The Medical Center at Bowling Green
- Respiratory Care – Blake Brown, The Medical Center at Bowling Green
- Surgical Technology – Lisa Bowersox, TriStar Greenview
SKYCTC extends its heartfelt congratulations to all award recipients and commends all students in the Allied Health programs for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Award winners' photos are available on the SKYCTC Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SKYCTC/
