Geography student a Truman Scholarship finalist

Sonia Birla a Finance, Geography, and International Studies triple major was announced as National finalist for the 2024 Truman Scholarship. A junior from Cary and a member of the Honors College, she has advanced to the regional interview round in Washington, D.C., and are among 191 finalists selected from 709 applications nationwide. Charlotte is the only UNC System university to have finalists this year. The national winners will be announced in April. Sonia is devoted to building sustainable communities by improving access to all the resources needed for people to not just live but thrive.

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Congratulations Sonia!