A student at Saint Mary’s Hall helped lead a team that raised more than $117,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Riya Jampana noticed how widespread cancer is in San Antonio. With her own personal ties to the disease, Jampana felt a strong urge to make a real difference.

Her efforts earned her a scholarship and an impact award. Jampana said she plans to stay active by assisting candidates in the 2026 Student Visionaries of the Year campaign.

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