Gianna Widolff, Excellence in Leadership Awardee

Gianna Widolff, Peer Leadership Advisor (PLA) for Health Professions D, received the Freshman Interest Groups Excellence in Leadership Award on Sept. 27, 2024. She was nominated by her co-facilitator, Emily Mayer. This award recognizes co-facs and PLAs who go above and beyond in service of Mizzou students.

Gianna Widolff is a sophomore at Mizzou, majoring in Health Science with an emphasis in Rehabilitation. She is originally from Tampico, a small town in Northern Illinois.

Gianna is passionate about pursuing a career in Physical Therapy and plans to attend Physical Therapy school after completing her undergraduate studies. In addition to her coursework, she works as a part-time Physical Therapy Technician at Peak Sport and Spine.

Outside of academics and work, Gianna is dedicated to maintaining an active lifestyle, with a particular interest in running.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Mizzou and have appreciated all the opportunities that have been given to me,” Gianna said. 

Spotlight on Excellence

In her award nomination for Gianna, Mayer said:

“Gianna has been engaged, excited and exceptional since day one. Gianna began communicating with me in late March when we first learned about our pairing and has immediately made an impact. As a sophomore, this is her first year working with the FIGs program as a PLA. Never once has she shied away from taking initiative. She asks questions and is open to suggestions and input while still leading our course. I was out of the country between the end of summer term and the start of fall. During my time away, she finalized the course page, communicated with students and ensured our course would run smoothly from week one.”