“I appreciate that she gave up her old life in Vietnam to come to America so she can provide me with a lot of opportunities to succeed.”

— Maryan Nguyen, student, Lawrence

“She is always focused on helping her sons improve their lives.”

— Clint White, water production control operator, Lawrence

“She'll always help me out with stuff.”

— Kaycie Dorvilliers, works in marketing, Lawrence

“She's got a really big heart. She's a very special lady.”

— Justin Henry, golf course superintendent, Topeka