JACKSONVILLE, IL (05/22/2013)(readMedia)-- The following students received the following scholarship(s) during the Illinois College third annual Celebration of Excellence, on Friday, April 26.
Taylor Brien of Bettendorf, Iowa received the Raymond L. Gillmore II Memorial Scholarship and the David S. Watson History Award.
Elizabeth Manary of Moline, Ill. received the Earle B. Miller Scholarship in Mathematics, Jeanne Rantz Rammelkamp Scholarship and the Rammelkamp Honor Scholar.
Kelsey McFarren of Fulton, Ill. received the Dennis J. Ryan Memorial Drama Award.The Celebration of Excellence featured more than 40 students presenting recent research efforts during presentations and poster sessions in various locations on campus. Presentation and poster subjects covered all areas of the liberal arts curriculum.
The Illinois College Department of Music Honors Recital was performed in Rammelkamp Chapel and a dessert reception concluded the Celebration of Excellence activities later that evening. The reception was a final opportunity to recognize various academic departmental honors.
Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. Illinois College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Visit www.ic.edu or call 217-245-3048 for more information.