ATLANTA - Nick Moreno, a senior from Carson, California, has been named the David Wills Presidential Fellow for 2006-2007 by Oglethorpe University’s Evening Degree Program. Nick, a communications major and history minor, has been an incredible student while working full time at Young & Rubicam Advertising.

Moreno has had many “light bulb moments” while studying at Oglethorpe. “It is those 'a-ha' moments that keep me motivated and eager to learn more,” said Moreno. He is on track to graduate in May 2007. “After I complete my undergraduate degree, I plan to complete my master's in public relations and advertising.”

David Wills Presidential Fellows must have senior status with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. They must propose a project and be able to demonstrate distinguished accomplishments in their major area of study. The winner receives full tuition remission for four classes and must complete their proposed project.

Nick Moreno has an extensive background in advertising with Young & Rubicam. He has been responsible for such high-profile clients as Lincoln Mercury, Jaguar and Land Rover. He has also worked with financial corporations AON Risk Services and Ernst and Young, LLP.

In addition to his advertising work, Moreno has produced over 25 critically acclaimed theatrical productions to the stage. In 2003, he received an Elly Award from the Sacramento Regional Theatre Alliance for his production of Better Places To Go, which will have its Atlanta premiere at Oglethorpe in October.

Before joining Oglethorpe’s Evening Degree Program, Moreno studied film production at Columbia College in Chicago. He is a member of the Georgia Hispanic Network, Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials, the Atlanta Junior Chamber and the Atlanta Executive Network. In addition, he is a distinguished alumnus of Youth for Understanding and AmeriCorps.