RICHLAND, Wash. — Washington State University Tri-Cities highlighted eight leaders as Women of Distinction.
WSU-TC hosted an inductee ceremony on March 27, where they announced eight leaders as women of distinction for their contributions to the university and community.
WSU-TC said the winners provide leadership in their area of expertise, serve as role models and mentors, advocate for social change and demonstrate a commitment to the university’s mission.
“The WSU Tri Cities Women of Distinction Awards were created as a means in which to honor the work of women and for women that happens on our campus and in the community,” said Sandra Haynes, chancellor of WSU Tri-Cities. “The people chosen for these awards are dedicated to improving our community and represent the very best of what the Tri-Cities has to offer.”
Portraits and biographies of the eight winners will be added to the awardee exhibit in the WSU-TC Arts Center which opens April 4.
The 2025 Women of Distinction Award Winners:
Lori Mattson
Women of Distinction Legacy Award, 2025
President and CEO, Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce
Chaune’ Fitzgerald
Women of Distinction Community Member Award, 2025
CEO, Women of Wisdom Tri-Cities
Founder, Washington African American Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Smith
Women of Distinction Alumna Award, 2025
Assistant Principal, Pasco High School
Jillian Cadwell
Women of Distinction Faculty Award, 2025
Research Associate, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, WSU Tri-Cities
Kalimae Mountain
Women of Distinction Student Award, 2025
Environmental Science student, WSU Tri-Cities
Courtney Flatt
Women of Distinction Staff Member Award, 2025
Senior Environment and Energy Correspondent, Northwest Public Broadcasting
Devin and Amanda Lorraine
Women of Distinction Champion Award, 2025
Founders, Grace Collective
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