In this fourth part of the Founders Scholarship Fund series on Stories from the River, Manny Rodrigues welcomes Joey Leimkuhler and his mother, Janet, to discuss Joey's first year at UNC Charlotte as a recipient of the Founder Scholarship Fund. Joey shares that his initial college experience was easier than anticipated, achieving a spot on both the Dean's and Chancellor's lists. He talks about the significance of the scholarship in easing his academic journey and allowing him to take ROTC programs that helped him find community. Janet expresses pride in her son's accomplishments and highlights the company's unique support for its employees' families.

Joey also discusses his involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities, including his internship at Broad River Retail, where he applies his business analytics major by analyzing sales data. He recounts his experience helping to open a new store in Aiken, South Carolina. Additionally, Joey describes his roles on campus, like broadcasting for UNC's sports events and participating in a Baptist ROTC group called Valor. Manny and Joey dive into the importance of maintaining connections, the insights gained from a year in college, and plans for the summer, including a family cruise and a beach trip with friends. Janet closes by advising parents to maintain consistent communication with their children as they transition to college life.

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