The MSU President's Commission on the Status of Minorities recently honored students and staff who exemplify the spirit of diversity at the university. Jerry Gilbert, second from left, provost and executive vice president, recognized Kimberly Watson, left, student award winner, departments of history and foreign languages; Amanda Harrison, staff award winner, Office of International Education; and J.P. Shim, faculty award winner, College of Business. The three were hosted at a recognition dinner Feb. 23.