Grayslake, Hainesville Students Recognized for Accomplishments

Congratulations to all of these local residents on their accomplishments!

Adornetto Named to Dean's List

Timothy Adornetto, a sophomore exercise science major from Grayslake, was among more than 1,000 Harding University students included on the dean's list for grades achieved during the spring semester.

The dean's list is published each semester by Dr. Larry Long, university provost, honoring those who have achieved high scholarship. To be eligible, a student must be carrying 12 or more hours with a 3.65 or higher grade-point average and no incompletes.

Harding is the largest private university in Arkansas with 6,815 students and attracts more National Merit Scholars than any other private university in the state. Harding also maintains campuses in Australia, Chile, England, France, Greece, Italy and Zambia. For more information visit www.harding.edu.

Bruce Named to Ripon College Dean's List

Andrew Bruce, a Senior Anthropology major, has been named to the Dean's List at Ripon College for the spring 2013 semester, which recognizes academic excellence.

Bruce is the child of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Bruce of Grayslake.

To qualify for the Dean's List at Ripon College, students must achieve a 3.40 grade point average or higher on a 4.00 scale and complete at least 12 credits of regular letter-graded work.

Dorfman Chosen to be University Ambassador

Deciding what college to attend is a big decision for many high school students. At William Woods University, a group called University Ambassadors aids prospective students by giving them insight into what college life is really like.

Twenty-five students recently were named University Ambassadors for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Among the new ambassadors is Shelby Dorfman of Hainesville.

They will conduct campus tours, assist with campus event days (such as Woods 101, Discovery Days and the Equestrian Academic Showcase) and host prospective students.

Navarro Selected as Member of Lake Forest College's Senior 25

Lake Forest College student Sarah Navarro of Grayslake was recently selected as a member of Lake Forest College's Senior 25. Navarro is the President of Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity, vice president of United Asia and served as treasurer of Art Club.

Senior 25 is a distinction awarded to twenty-five outstanding students entering their senior year. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership on campus, commitment to service and extracurricular participation.

Navarro is a graduate of Waukegan High School in Waukegan.

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