Lake County Forest Preserve
Kayrat Bektemirov of Fayetteville participated last month in the Lake County (Ill.) Forest Preserve's Service Learning Day. Of several different trips in the North Chicago suburban area, Bektemirov worked cutting brush and planting trees.
Georgia State University
Katherine Key of Fayetteville and Michelle Harris of Fayetteville were recognized during the recent Andrew Young School of Policy Studies' Honors Day at Georgia State University in Atlanta.
Key was given the Andrew Young Award, and Harris was named a continuing Andrew Young Fellow.
The awards, established in honor of Ambassador Andrew Young, are given annually to outstanding student or students pursuing doctoral degrees in economics, public policy or criminal justice. Each award supports three years of doctoral study.
Harding University
A number of local students of Harding University in Searcy are participating in study abroad programs. Students spend the time immersed in the culture of the countries they visit, cultivate new relationships with fellow students and residents of the countries, and take classes exploring the culture and the people.
Students include Katherine Howell of Bentonville, three months in Florence Italy; Taylor Spinks of Prairie Grove, three months in Florence, Italy; Jordan Scott of Springdale, six weeks student teaching in Scotland; and Kristen Flesner of Gentry, six weeks study in Florence, Rome, Vienna and London.
University of Evansville
University of Evansville (Ind.) student Holyn Marshall of Bentonville has been named to the school's spring semester dean's list. Marshall is majoring in management.
Nazareth College
Amanda Johnson of Rogers graduated May 8 from Nazareth College in Rochester, N.Y., with a doctoral degree in physical therapy.
Western Arkansas Technical Center
Students attending the Western Arkansas Technical Center at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith have been recognized for superior achievement in a special awards ceremony, which included the announcement of outstanding students, Starfish awards, director's honor roll and SkillsUSA Gold Star members.
Outstanding WATC Students included students attending classes on the UAFS campus, as well as students from the programs offered by a satellite center on the Waldron High School campus. Students earn a 3.0 or higher grade-point average and demonstrated honesty, integrity and a strong work ethic. Along with a plaque, outstanding WATC students received $500 book scholarships to continue their education at UAFS.
Daniel Clark, Alma High School; Miguel Chavez, Northside High School; Jasmine Joseph, Northside High School; Christ Somphounout, Northside High School; Jerrica Turner, Northside High School; Brady Wilkinson, Greenwood High School; Rachel Wagoner, Mansfield High School; Joseph Melton, Lavaca High School; Danielle Sewell, Charleston High School; Karolyn Manas, Mansfield High School; Tanner Wilkins, Alma High School; Zane Harrison, Van Buren High School.
WATC Starfish awards were presented to students who exceeded expectations, demonstrate compassion for the program, helping peers succeed and exemplary leadership skills. A $500 book scholarship to UAFS was also presented to each winner. Parker Work of Alma High School earned the Starfish award.
WATC director's honor roll awards were presented to 100 students who earned cumulative grade-point averages of 3.75 or higher.
Zachary Banks, Alma High School; Zhein Chipp, Alma High School; Rachel Churchill, Mountainburg High School; Ryder Cline, Alma High School; Haley Gilstrap, Alma High School; Gloria Nichols, Alma High School; Allison Rogers, Alma High School; Joslyn Scruggs, Alma High School; Brooke Short, Alma High School; Julie Zuspann, Van Buren High School; Sabrina Alfaro, Booneville High School; Jesse Scott, Booneville High School; Bethany Bartlett, Cedarville High School; Caleb Harris, Charleston High School; and Jonathon Singleton, Charleston High School.
Adolfo Amador, Northside High School; Nijayiah Baldwin, Northside High School; Madeline Burgin, Southside High School; Zachary Cagle, Southside High School; Erica Cervantes, Southside High School; Miguel Chavez, Northside High School; Christina Chiamsachang, Northside High School; Kiera Clark, Southside High School; Tyler Cropsey, Southside High School; Javaughn Ellingberg, Northside High School; Hector Figueroa, Northside High School; Lindsey Franklin, Southside High School; Timothy Fry, Southside High School; Erica Guzman, Northside High School; Desiree Jackson, Northside High School; Emily Johnston, Southside High School; Jasmine Joseph, Northside High School; Rachael Keomany, Northside High School; Christopher Keuthirath, Northside High School; Gunner Labyer, Southside High School; Jasmine Lira, Northside High School; Guadalupe Martinez, Northside High School; Carlos Mendez, Northside High School; Jackson Pham, Northside High School, Kevin Phommaha, Northside High School; Michael Railey, Southside High School; Aleah Reves, Northside High School; Jennifer Reyes, Southside High School; Cassie Reynolds, Northside High School; Lane Rodgers, Southside High School; Briley Rosamond, Southside High School; James Sangster, Northside High School; Destiny Schiemann, Southside High School; Christ Somphounout, Northside High School.
Hannah Brownfield, Greenwood High School; Madison Byrd, Hackett High School; Madison Franks, Greenwood High School; Kasey Green, Greenwood High School; Kristen Keene, Greenwood High School; Sierra Meskill, Greenwood High School; Rachel Wagoner, Mansfield High School; Callie Williams, Greenwood High School; and Ryan Willis, Greenwood High School.
Stacy Spalding, Hackett High School; Kara Chronister, Mansfield High School; Shariesa Feimster, Mansfield High School; Eden Jones, Mansfield High School; Summer Potocki, Greenwood High School; Joseph Melton, Lavaca High School; Danielle Sewell, Charleston High School; Shayla Smithson, Lavaca High School; Schylar Britten, J.D. Leftwich High School; Karliegh DuBroc, J.D. Leftwich High School; Katylin Gillaspy, J.D. Leftwich High School; David Chavez, Mansfield High School; Karolyn Manas, Mansfield High School; July Parish, Mansfield High School;Bailey Walker, Mansfield High School; Dawson Graham, Alma High School; Kyla Murders, Alma High School; Tanner Wilkins, Alma High School; Parker Work, Alma High School; Smart Vang, County Line High School.
Dylan Bliss, Van Buren High School; Raven Clark, Van Buren High School; Beth Duquette, Van Buren High School; Kaitlyn Finch, Van Buren High School; Alexa Franklin-Benac, Van Buren High School;; Parker Harp, Van Buren High School; Joseph Harwood, Van Buren High School; Erica Hester, Van Buren High School; Samantha Hester, Van Buren High School; Cassidy Howard, Van Buren High School; Megan Irons, Van Buren High School; Angel Knotts, Van Buren High School; Gloria Martinez, Van Buren High School; Macy McGill, Van Buren High School; Mikaela Moore, Van Buren High School; Kyler Putman, Van Buren High School; Haley Rains, Van Buren High School; Dave Riddle, Van Buren High School; Andrew Rogers, Van Buren High School; Kaila Shockley, Van Buren High SchoolMarissa Stevens, Southside High School;Rebekah Trumble, Van Buren High School; Ryan Waldrop, Alma High School; and Dessie Wilson, Van Buren High School.
SkillsUSA Gold Star members earned more than 25 participation points throughout the school year. Students collected points by attending SkillsUSA functions and volunteering in the community. These students earned $300 book scholarships to UAFS.
Madeline Burgin, Southside High School; Debbie Robertson, Booneville High School; Larry Saengchan, Northside High School; Smart Vang, County Line High School; and Joseph Harwood, Van Buren High School.
Oklahoma State University
Erin Wood of Rogers, a psychology major at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, was presented with an Honors College hood May 24. The degree is the highest academic distinction awarded to those receiving OSU undergraduate degrees, with grade-point average of 3.5 or higher an completing additional hours of academic requirements.
Wood also was initiated into the school's chapter of Phi Kappa Phi honor society on April 21. The honor society requires nomination and approval by chapter members and a ranking in the top 10 percent of the class.
Kansas Wesleyan University
Heather N. Wilson of Bentonville, a women's basketball player at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kan., was honored by the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference for her academic achievements and named Academic All-KCAC. Student-athletes must earn a minimum 3.33 grade-point average, achieve at least sophomore academic status and letter in their respective sport.
Wilson was also named as a Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete for the 2015-2016 academic year. These athletes attended their schools for at least two full academic years, with grade-point averages of 3.5 or higher.
University of Central Arkansas
The University of Central Arkansas in Conway has chosen several local incoming students for the Norbert O. Schedler Honors College after ull-day interviews on campus. Honors Scholars receive UCA's best scholarship package, reside in a living-learning community in Jefferson W. Farris Honors Hall and participate in an interdisciplinary curriculum, with opportunities for service learning, project-based education, collaborative work, undergraduate research and travel or internship support.
UCA honors students include Fayetteville: Emily Bullington of Fayetteville, Halle Lambert of Fayetteville, Dexter Decker of Rogers, Sarah Kapity of Rogers, Danielle Devecsery of Farmington, Hannah Foster of Bella Vista, Lauren Little of Gentry, Xochitl Shields of Springdale and Rebecca Uptegrove of Siloam Springs.
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City University announced its spring 2016 honor rolls.
The president's honor roll includes students who maintain grade-point averages of 3.9 or higher. Alyssa Cover and Madison Carey, both of Fayetteville, were named to the president's roll.
The dean's honor roll includes students with a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher. Students include Makayla Osgood of Bentonville; Tyra Bullock of Fayetteville; Leah Haynor, Natalie Chapman and Mackenzie Blair, all of Fort Smith; Adrienne Pierce of Garfield; Austin Rice and Brandon Elder, both of Rogers; and Elizabeth Larsen and Stacey Hayes, both of Springdale.
Graceland University
Several local students received degrees during the May 1 commencement ceremonies at Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa.
Alexandria Krabbenhoft of Rogers graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree with a major in mathematics. Kellie Chacanaca of Springdale, Brent Rush of Siloam Springs and Dana Howard of Rogers each graduated with a master of science in nursing.
Henderson State University
Henderson State University in Arkadelphia held spring commencement May 13 at Carpenter Haygood Stadium. Graduates included Kaitlyn Cannedy of Bella Vista; Roberto Sucre of Bentonville; Brock May of Booneville; Michael Meador of Charleston; Bethany Weed of Clarksville; Jonathan Buchanan; and Sheldon Hayes, all of Fayetteville; Kenrick Burns of Fort Smith; Judy Fields of Greenwood; Christopher Holland of Lamar; Megan Ross of Rogers; Jessica Glass of Siloam Springs; Cody McAbee, Emily Reynebeau and Naccaman Williams II, all of Springdale; Hannah Bender of Tontitown; and Leigh Hayne of Van Buren.
Williams Baptist College
Several local students were named to the 2016 spring honor rolls at Williams Baptist College in Walnut Ridge.
The president's list includes students with 4.0 grade-point average, including Jovane Salinas of Rogers, Hunter Marshall of Harrison, Betsy Ryan of Harrison, Jessica Stovall of Omaha.
Dean's list students earned grade-point averages of 3.5 or higher, including Brandon Brigance of Gentry, Ethan Risley of Farmington, Gabby Dixon of West Fork.
Champlain College
Abner Herrera of Rogers, a 2016 graduate of Champlain College in Burlington, Vt., participated in the 2016 Game Studio Senior Show at the school. Game design, game art and animation, management of creative media and game programming majors created nine different games that were presented to game industry recruiters. After the games were presented, recruiters had the chance to meet the seniors, try their games and select candidates to interview the following day.
Herrera graduated from Champlain College with a degree in Game Programming on May 14. Champlain College's 138th commencement was held at Edmunds Field in Burlington, Vt. A total of 537 undergraduates received their associate and bachelors degrees during the ceremony.
William Woods University
Tiffany Rhame of Farmington and Ashley White of Rogers, both seniors were named to the honor rolls at William Woods University in Fulton.
The New School
The New School announced Stella Greenhill as its inaugural Pauline and Don Whitaker Family Scholar recipient. She was selected based on academic excellence, good citizenship and support of the school. She will receive a scholarship of $5,000 per year, renewed annually, and totaling $20,000 over the course of her upper school career. Three scholarships remain available for the 2016-2017 academic year for rising freshman.
Information: thenewschool.org/whitaker, [email protected], 521-7037.
LeTourneau University
LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas, recently named students to the school's honor roll
Luke Funk of Siloam Springs, a senior majoring in engineering, was named to the spring 2016 president's list, with a 4.0 grade-point average.
Matthew Bolognani of Green Forest, a sophomore majoring in engineering technology, was named to the spring 2016 dean's list, with a grade-point average between 3.50 and 3.99.
NAN Our Town on 05/26/2016