Kristin J. Mumiukha, daughter of Ron and Patty Schaefer of Scott City, graduated with a doctor of education degree in higher and adult education, with a concentration in higher education. The degree was conferred Aug. 11 by the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tenn. Mumiukha is an alumnus of Scott City High School and she earned her bachelor of science degree in 2006 and master of science degree in 2009 from Murray State University in Murray, Ky.
Alyssa Bollinger of Jackson has been awarded two scholarships from the Truman State University Foundation for the 2013-2014 academic year. Bollinger, an English major, received the Dr. Angela A. DeVito Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $500, as well as the Kathleen (Bohon) Strickler Scholarship in the amount of $750. Truman State University is in Kirksville, Mo.
Mathus Williams received one of 50 May Teasdale scholarships awarded during the international meeting of United Commercial Travelers of America in Strausburg, Ill. Williams is the son of the late Robert Wendal Williams and Mrs. Jerry (Bambi) Chatman of Scott City. Williams attends Southeast Missouri State University and was named to the dean's list.
Adam Parker, a 2008 graduate of Notre Dame Regional High School, graduated with a master of arts in global policy studies from the University of Texas at Austin. Parker's received his degree from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs. Parker, son of Michael and Tiffany Parker of Cape Girardeau, currently resides in Washington, D.C.
Jonathan Beasley of Jackson received his doctorate in organic chemistry from Iowa State University during summer commencement ceremonies. Iowa State University is in Ames, Iowa.
Powell named to Dean's List
Molly Ann Powell of Jackson received academic honors from the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences at Binghamton University by making the University's Dean's List for the Spring 2013 semester. Binghamton University is in Binghamton, N.Y.
Sprengel earns bachelor's degree
Michael sprengel of Cape Girardeau was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Health and Human Sciences at Purdue University during spring commencement exercises. Purdue University is in West Lafayette, Ind.
Robison begins pharmacy studies
Rebecca Robison of Jackson recently took part in a white-coat ceremony at the St. Louis College of Pharmacy, signifying the start of her four-year study of pharmacy. The white coat is a symbol of professionalism. Robison was one of 242 pharmacy students who took part in the ceremony.
Robert named to Honor Roll
John Robert of Cape Girardeau was honored at Lipscomb University for academic achievement during the spring semeter at Lipscomb University. Robert, a marketing major, was named to the university's honor roll. Lipscomb University is in Nashville, Tenn.
Cook selected as peer mentor
Kristopher Cook of Scott City has been selected as a peer mentor for first-year students at Missouri Baptist University. Cook, a history major, will serve as a peer mentor during the fall 2013 semester. Missouri Baptist University is in St. Louis, Mo.
LeGrand to attend Murray State University
Chleo LeGrand, daughter of Mary and Steve LeGrand of Cape Girardeau, will attend Murray State University this fall and will be majoring in Physical Therapy. Legrand was the recipient of a $500 scholarship from the Cpl. Mason O. Yarbrough Marine Corps League Auxiliary Unit 426.
Student commended in Merit Scholarship program
Taylor Bock, a student at Oak Ridge High School in Oak Ridge, Mo., has been named as a commended student in the 2014 Mational Merit Scholarship Program. Bock will receive a letter of commendation from Oak Ridge High School and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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