Danielle Borden is “embracing the journey” of becoming an emerging leader in Huntsville
By: Curtis Venetta
Danielle Borden is taking advantage of her college experience to become a better servant leader in her community. In all of the roles she's held at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), apart from being a full-time student, Borden has proven her dedication to quality and being a positive influence.
Borden has received several accolades, including the Marie Alexander Bone Memorial Scholarship, awarded to an undergraduate student in the UAH College of Business (COB) based on their academic merit, citizenship and leadership qualities.
She has also been awarded the UAH Academic Scholarship for her superior academic achievement and has been consistently placed on the UAH Dean’s list, composed of students who have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or above for a minimum of 12 undergraduate hours.
To attain her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), Borden is determined to better understand the business world in everything she does.
Since April 2023, Borden has served as president of the Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) club at UAH, which provides students with numerous networking, skill development and personal growth opportunities with a mission to promote inclusivity in the business world.
She is also involved in Greek life on campus, serving as treasurer for Order of Omega as well as house manager and the vice president of finance for Delta Zeta. These positions have allowed her to focus on her leadership skills and connect with several students.
Borden has helped raise money for the Delta Zeta philanthropy Heart for Hearing and Speech, which focuses on raising awareness of Deaf culture and American Sign Language (ASL) by providing services like speech therapy and hearing aids.
“My undergraduate journey has been significantly shaped by philanthropy,” Borden says. “Through these initiatives, I have been able to apply my academic understanding to real-world problems and have developed a strong dedication to positively impacting the welfare of others.”
Borden also volunteers with Free 2 Teach, which provides free resources to teachers in Madison County, an opportunity that she says has reinforced the importance of community and compassion.
Borden has had to practice her learned resilience in tough times. “My mother's hospitalization during my first semester of college presented one big obstacle,” Borden says. “Maintaining a healthy balance between family obligations and academic obligations was necessary to get through that difficult time.”
In addition to her many academic accomplishments and humanitarian efforts, Borden noted her past work as a service advisor at Townsend Honda and her current work as a COB Ambassador as heavily influential in her professional development.
UAH student Shayla Phillippo nominated Borden for The Top 20 Award. Phillippo says, “Danielle has always been an amazing friend of mine. From academic to social engagement, I believe that she shows the exemplary character of what a Charger should be.”
Borden attributes the progression of her career aspirations to UAH's reputation for excellence and staff members’ investment in her success.
“The faculty members at UAH, from professors to the dean, have played integral roles as mentors and supporters,” Borden says. “Their guidance has enriched my learning experience and provided invaluable insights into navigating the professional world.”
Now, Borden is working toward completing her BSBA in management with a minor in finance at UAH. Afterward, she intends to get her master’s degree from UAH. She is excited to pursue managerial roles in human resources and finance in the vibrant city of Huntsville.
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