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Sophie Voorhees Earns Dean's Award at Colgate University

Sophie Voorhees was a recipient of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2012 fall term at Colgate University, where Voorhees is a member of the Class of 2013.

To be eligible for the Dean's Award, a Colgate student must achieve higher than a 3.30 average while enrolled in at least four courses. Voorhees is a graduate of Dana Hall School, and lives in Dedham, MA.

Colgate is a liberal arts college that "thinks big" and succeeds on the highest level. Whether in fields of academic distinction, off-campus study programs, the scope of our student activities program, or the success and tradition of our Division I varsity athletics, Colgate has high expectations. Visitors quickly sense the energy, enthusiasm, and talent that abounds in this community. In this highly personalized setting, individual contribution is essential; every voice makes a difference.

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