Dawson and Strader are among the finalists for the 2023-24 Ken B. Jones Award, recognizing top male and female student-athletes in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.

By the Numbers
  • 31st year of the Ken B. Jones Award
  • Female finalists: Melisa Becerra, Kate Dawson, Mackenzie Dimarco, Kayla Goodwin, Katie Wagner
  • Male finalists: Wes Ferguson, Braden Rose, Reece Smith, Mason Strader, Brennen van Breusegen
State of Play
  • Finalists ranked based on athletic accomplishments, academic achievements, and campus/community service
  • All ten finalists to be recognized at the 2024 MIAA Awards Celebration
What's Next

The male and female Ken B. Jones winners will be announced at the Awards Celebration on June 3 in Kansas City.

Bottom Line

The finalists for the Ken B. Jones Award exemplify excellence in academics, athletics, and community service, embodying the spirit of the prestigious honor in the MIAA.