Press Release

Wake Gardner Chosen as Recipient of the Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellowship

For immediate releaseJuly 6, 2023

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Marianne T. Anderson (1933-2022)

The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is thrilled to announce that Wake Gardner, a Juris Doctor candidate at Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville, has been selected as the distinguished recipient of the prestigious Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellowship.

The Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellowship, established in honor of the late Marianne T. Anderson, aims to support the education and professional development of future leaders in public policy. This fellowship serves as a testament to Marianne’s legacy and her dedication to various fields, including science, art, teaching, and travel.

Fellowship Recipient Wake Gardner

As a recipient of this esteemed fellowship, Wake will embark on a significant research project focusing on economic development in the southwestern region of the United States. His work will aim to explore strategies and initiatives that can positively impact the economic landscape of this vital area.

Expressing his gratitude for being selected for this prestigious opportunity, Wake Gardner shares, “I’m grateful that I have been chosen for the Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellowship. It means so much that the Southwest Public Policy Institute believes in my ability to contribute meaningful work towards the economic development of the American Southwest.”

With his strong academic background and commitment to public policy, Wake Gardner is poised to make valuable contributions to the field. The SPPI is confident that his research and dedication will shed light on crucial economic challenges faced by the region and generate innovative solutions to drive sustainable growth.

This crucial work related to No Loan For You! and No Loan For You, Too! has generated interest from across the nation. SPPI extends its warmest congratulations to Wake Gardner on this well-deserved achievement. His selection as the Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellow represents a significant milestone in his academic journey and highlights his potential to become a future leader in public policy.

The Southwest Public Policy Institute is pleased to announce the latest recipient of the Marianne T. Anderson Memorial Fellowship.

Congratulations Wake Gardner! We wish you much success on your academic journey. https://t.co/cLEirFrlSZ#NoLoanForYou #fellowship @WakeGardner

— Southwest Public Policy Institute (@southwestpolicy) July 6, 2023

About the Southwest Public Policy Institute. The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research institute and think tank dedicated to advancing better living through better policy. Learn more at southwestpolicy.com.