WATERVILLE — A number of York County students have been honored with selection to Colby College’s Dean’s List for outstanding academic achievement.
Each student is one of 469 Colby students — or 24 percent of the qualified student body — to qualify for the Dean’s List last semester.
Achieving this academic distinction are:
• Hannah J. Bossi of South Berwick, a member of the Class of 2018, who attended Marshwood High School and is the daughter of Vincent and Kathleen Bossi of South Berwick, Maine. Bossi earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in physics and computer science.
• Devyn R. Harding of Wells, a member of the Class of 2020, attended Wells High School and is the daughter of Zachary and Tina Harding of Wells, Maine.Harding earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in English and Spanish.
• Catherine L. Ledue of Springvale, a member of the Class of 2019, attended Sanford High School and is the daughter of Claire Ledue of Springvale, Maine, and Thomas Ledue of Springvale, Maine. Ledue earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in anthropology.
• Sarah C. Montembeau of Kittery Point, a member of the Class of 2021, attended Robert W Traip Academy and is the daughter of Stephen and Pamela Montembeau of Kittery Point, Maine. Montembeau earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in undeclared.
• Erica L. Suttles of Alfred, a member of the Class of 2020, attended Massabesic High School and is the daughter of Jennifer Whatley of Alfred, Maine. Suttles earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in classical civilization.
• Madeline A. Taylor of Wells, a member of the Class of 2019, attended Wells High School and is the daughter of Michael and Debra Taylor of Wells, Maine. Taylor earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in psychology and government.
• Indiana H. Thompson of Saco, a member of the Class of 2018, attended Thornton Academy and is the daughter of Charles and Mary Thompson of Saco, Maine.Thompson earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. She majored in government.
• Joseph P. Yauch of York, a member of the Class of 2019, attended York High School and is the son of Peter and Patricia Yauch of York, Maine. Yauch earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or higher to be included on Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List. He majored in history and German studies.
Founded in 1813, Colby is one of America’s most selective colleges. Serving only undergraduates, Colby offers a rigorous academic program rooted in deep exploration of ideas and close interaction with world-class faculty scholars. Students pursue intellectual passions, choosing among 58 majors or developing their own. Colby’s innovative and ambitious campaign, Dare Northward, will support deeper connections between the College and the world and a fully inclusive experience for all Colby students.
Colby is home to a community of 2,000 dedicated and diverse students from more than 80 countries. Its Waterville, Maine, location provides unique access to world-class research institutions and civic engagement experiences.
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