Jade Carter Receives 2024 Distinguished Lee Scholar Award

Jade Carter is the 2024 Distinguished Lee Scholar. The annual aware recognizes a graduation Lee Scholar who exemplifies the Foundation's values of integrity, leadership, and service.

Jade graduated with a BS in Biomedical Engineering from Syracuse University and plans to earn a MS in Human Movement Science. Her goal is to work in rehabilitation engineering, with a specific focus on devices and technology aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals with walking challenges. 

Jade’s long-term commitment to service, demonstrated in her mentoring of high school STEM students and a leadership role with the Biomedical Engineering Society, made her a standout candidate for this award.

According to Dr. Douglas Yung, Jade's professor at Syracuse University:

Jade's intellectual curiosity, coupled with solid ethical foundation, positions her as a leader not just in the classroom but in all facets of life. Her integrity is unimpeachable; she approaches every task with honesty and a robust moral compass that inspires her peers. Jade embodies the ideals of integrity, leadership, and community service that the Lee Foundation champions.