Tower-Winter-2018

28 TOWER | WINTER 2018 15200 Kutztown Road Kutztown, PA 19530-0730 MAYOR SANDY GREEN AWARDED PRESIDENT’S MEDAL Kutztown Borough Mayor Sandy Green was presented the KU President’s Medal in December. Born on a farm in Maxatawny Township, Green is a lifelong resident of the Kutztown area. She has served the past 12 years as mayor of the Borough of Kutztown, the first female to hold that position, retiring in January. Part of her mission as mayor was to be a liaison between the borough and the university, to create positive town and gown relations that benefit the entire community. Green is a regular fixture on campus, attending most events and annually riding a shuttle bus onMove-In Day to welcome families to the community and answer questions. This is the sixth President’s Medal presented since its inception in 2014 when the award was created by the Office of the President to be awarded to individuals who bring honor and distinction to the university, and who serve as examples to KU students and alumni.