Ivy Tech Community College in Columbus is announcing Yasmin Vargas as the recipient of the schools Hari Mirchandani Community Service Award.

Mirchandani was Ivy Tech Columbus’s first full-time faculty member, and the award is presented annually to a student who demonstrates a love of community and selfless dedication to the service of others.

Vargas, of Scipio, graduated this year with an associate degree in business administration.

At Ivy Tech, Vargas took on leadership roles including President of Phi Theta Kappa and Secretary of the Student Government Association. She has mentored peers as a Student Success Intern and volunteered at The Hub food pantry.

Vargas volunteers in her church’s children’s ministry, participated in the Disney College Program and regularly helps with local service efforts such as Love Chapel.

Photo courtesy of Ivy Tech Community College