Update: After finishing a 10 month contract working as a traveling nurse in California, Megan returned to Birmingham, Alabama to work in the medical intensive care unit at the University of Alabama-Birmington hospital. In April, Megan married her husband, Charlie, in a beach wedding in Destin, Florida. This past August she began a 27 month graduate school program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham to obtain a Masters in Nurse Anesthesia.

What did winning the Heisman mean to you?

"Winning the Wendy's High School Heisman has been such an inspiration in my life. What is so great about the program is that it encourages young people to be successful in all aspects of their lives, whether in the classroom, on the field, or out in their community. For me, winning the Wendy's Heisman has instilled life-long goals of striving for success. Coming back to New York every year and meeting the national finalists and seeing the amazing things they are doing in their lives, motivates me to continue pursuing my own goals."

What advice do you have for this year's finalist and their families?

"To the finalists, I would tell them to enjoy the weekend. See and do everything you can and take a lot of pictures! You will be glad to always have the memories of such a special weekend. Get to know each other and try to keep in touch once the weekend is over. You never know where your paths will lead you. To the families, I would tell them to relax and a wonderful time in New York City. You have worked hard for the past 18 years raising and supporting wonderful children. You deserve a break! "

Paul Corsello

Update: Since winning the Wendy's High School Heisman in 2001, Paul graduated from the University of Pennsylvania magna cum laude in 2006 and is currently a 4th year medical student at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse.

What did winning the Heisman mean to you?

"It was a tremendous honor to be named the 2001 male WHSH national winner. This award recognized not only my own achievements, but also the efforts of my family, teachers, coaches, teammates, and friends."

What advice do you have for this year's finalist and their families?

"Have fun building great memories over the Heisman weekend!"