Huntington College News Release
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Local student wins academic honors
FOR RELEASE May 15, 1999
HUNTINGTON, IN—At the Huntington College’s 101st commencement, May 15, 1999, history professors presented Ms. Kristin Wineland of Columbia City IN with the Ron Frank Memorial Award for Outstanding Scholarship in History. The Frank Award is given to graduating summa cum laude seniors with a major in history who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their undergraduate work and who give promise of exemplary contributions in their future careers.
Ms. Wineland has been an outstanding student at Huntington College, majoring in history and preparing for a teaching career. She was recognized by the faculty of the College with election to membership in the Alpha Chi National Honor Scholarship Society. In 1998-1999, Ms. Wineland served as chapter president and was a delegate to the Alpha Chi National Convention in New Orleans. Under her leadership, the Chapter was one of thirty Alpha Chi chapters recognized nationally for service and activities.
While a student, Ms. Wineland participated in numerous co-curricular activities, including service as master electrician for the Theatre program and as a volunteer in the Joe Mertz Center's programs working with shut-ins and people with disabilities. She also as served as a student assistant in the Department of History.
"We have enjoyed having Kristin as a student and as an assistant in our department during her four years at Huntington College. She was a quality learner and participant in our courses as well as a major contributor to the campus's academic climate. We know she will continue to demonstrate her academic abilities and caring instincts as a fine teacher." said Dr. Dwight D. Brautigam, chairman of the Department of History.
The Frank Fund was established in 1973 by the family and friends in memory of Ron Frank, a Huntington College student who died suddenly during his senior year. Awards from the fund are intended to support and encourage students of history at the College through scholarships, honor awards, and other grants.
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