Major: Public Health Policy
Hometown; Sarasota, Fla.

Florida State University senior Emmabella Rudd developed a passion for advocating for individuals with health inequities and their health care rights after being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 5. Intent on continuing her activism, Rudd chose to attend FSU because of its dedication to public service and championing student leadership.

As a public health major in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, member of the FSU Service Scholar Program and past director of SGA’s Office of Governmental Affairs, Rudd has used FSU and its resources to remain steadfast in her humanitarian efforts. In recognition of her work, Rudd received the Diana Award, established in memory of the late Princess of Wales to recognize the social action or humanitarian work of young people.

Read more at FSU News.