Hunt Leadership Scholars Program

Last but not least for our senior spotlights is Anekah Kelley!⭐️

Anekah is from Coppell, TX and will graduate with a B.S. in Computer Science, B.A. in Data Science, and B.B.A. in Business Analytics & Supply Chain Management, along with minors in history and math. In her time at SMU, she served as the President of the South Asian Student Association, a Resident Assistant in Kathy Crow Commons, an Undergraduate Research Assistant, a trumpet player in the Mustang Band, and a Programming Chair for Program Council. Anekah also works as a Student Ambassador and as a TA in both the Lyle School of Engineering and Cox School of Business, and was recognized as a recipient of the University Achievement Award from the Hyer Society in 2025. After graduation, Anekah will be attending the University of Cambridge to pursue an MPhil in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology.

Hear about her time in the program: “The Hunt Scholars Program has given me a fantastic community and incredible opportunities throughout college. From a study abroad trip to learn about WWII to the opportunity to hear from world-class speakers like Jane Goodall through the Tate lecture series and more, Hunt has been pivotal to my education and growth in college. I have met life-long friends through the program and am so lucky to have spent college surrounded by such driven and talented people!”

Congrats, Anekah!

Graduation might be over but celebrating our grads isn’t. Next up for our seniors is Thayer Orr!⭐️

Thayer is from Fort Collins, CO and will graduate from the Cox School of Business with a major in Finance and from the Dedman College of Humanities and Science with a major in Economics. In her time at SMU, she has been involved in Honor Council, Alpha Kappa Psi, Student Ambassadors, and served as the Homecoming Chair for Student Foundation. Following graduation, Thayer will be working in Renewable Energy Finance in Dallas.

Hear why Thayer loves the Hunt program: “My four years here at SMU have been nothing short of life changing and for that I have the Hunt Scholars Program to thank. This program has given me the best friends and memories while also leaving me inspired and challenged almost daily. I have been so lucky to be a part of this program as it was a keystone part of my SMU experience and will be dearly missed.”

Congrats, Thayer!

Our last spotlight today is Cate Cumbie!⭐️

Cate is from Springtown, TX and will graduate a year early with a major in Journalism and a minor in English. She has been on staff of SMU Look magazine and a member of Delta Gamma since freshman year. After graduation, Cate will move to Fort Worth and begin working on a masters in linguistics and language teaching.

Hear how the program impacted her SMU experience: “This program provided me with an instant sense of community, before I even moved into the dorm freshman year. Between classes with my cohort, Tate lectures, and the sophomore year abroad trip, the experiences I’ve had through the Hunt program have been life-changing and unforgettable.”

Congrats, Cate!

Our next senior is Cate Mossman!⭐️

Cate is from Oklahoma City, Ok and will graduate from Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences with a major in Economics and minors in History and Art History. During her time at SMU, she has been involved in the University Honors College, Its on Us Executive Board, Student Foundation Committee, and Alpha Chi Omega Executive Board. After graduation, Cate will stay in Dallas, working at Third Bridge as a Client Services Associate for the Consulting department.

Hear why Cate is grateful for this program: “I am endlessly grateful for the Hunt Program, because it has provided me with relationships that have completely changed my life. Not only have I developed a valuable network and built connections that have benefited me academically and professionally, but the friendships I have made have been my favorite part of college. Thank you to the Hunt Family for giving me my best friends in the world.”

Congrats Cate!