Curt Coonrod, vice provost for student affairs, recently brought home the Dr. Asa G. Hilliard Models of Excellence Recognition for the UMSL Bridge Program for their commitment and efforts to positively impact African American students. Coonrod presented the award to the Bridge team: Kimberly Edwards, coordinator; Channon Peoples, assistant director; Natissia Small, director; Lester McQuaid, coordinator; and Lisa Sturgeon, office support staff.