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Local students excel at universities in 2023

April 14, 2024
Local students inducted into collegiate honor society

Tess DeBastiani of Lewes and Gary Conte of Millsboro were recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. DeBastiani was initiated at Salisbury University. Conte was initiated at University of Delaware. Membership is by invitation only, and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership.

Lewes students named to Widener dean's list

Widener University announced Athena Quillen and Dylan Thompson, both of Lewes, were named to its fall 2023 dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.50 or above.

Local student earns UMES dean’s list honors

Kamille Trammell of Lincoln, the daughter of Kareem Trammell and Ashly Marvel of Lewes, was named to the dean’s list for the 2023 spring/fall semesters at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. To be eligible, full-time undergraduate students must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or above; Kamille’s GPA was 3.9.

Lewes student named to Albany College dean's list

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences announced Emma Kuska of Lewes was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Local students named to Dickinson dean’s list

Dickinson College announced local students were named to its dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester for achieving a GPA of 3.7 or above on a 4.0 scale. Jezzelle Repalbor, a senior English major and Sussex Academy graduate, is the daughter of Jesselyn Hare of Georgetown. Emma Popham, a senior international business and management major and Ursuline Academy graduate, is the daughter of James Popham and Andrea Pielert-Popham of Lewes.

Lewes student named to Florida Southern dean’s list
 
Florida Southern College announced Sienna Jade Burnham of Lewes, a nursing major and member of the class of 2026, was named to the dean’s list for fall 2023, for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher. 
Millsboro student-athlete honored at Shenandoah

Shenandoah University announced Taylor Bullis of Millsboro was recognized for academic excellence by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association. She was named to the association's 2023 Division III National Academic Squad for attaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Local student named to Worcester Polytechnic dean’s list

Worcester Polytechnic Institute announced that Rehoboth Beach resident Madison Reiber was named to its dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2023 semester. A member of the class of 2025, Reiber is majoring in chemistry.

McGregor makes UD dean’s list

Bo McGregor, a political science major from Rehoboth Beach, was named to the University of Delaware dean's list for the fall 2023 semester. To meet eligibility requirements, a student must be enrolled full time and earn a GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale for the semester.

Millsboro student-athlete named to MAC academic honor roll

Lebanon Valley College announced Penn Smith of Millsboro is among its student-athletes to be named to the Middle Atlantic Conference academic honor roll for the 2023 fall semester.

Smith, a graduate of Sussex Central High School, is a member of the Lebanon Valley College men's cross country team, and is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in computer science and mathematics and physics.

The list comprises student-athletes who compete in a varsity-level sport and register a semester GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Lewes student named to Tampa dean’s list

The University of Tampa announced Eve Mundok of Lewes earned dean's list honors for maintaining a GPA of 3.75 or higher in the fall 2023 semester. Mundok is a freshman working toward a bachelor of science degree in human performance.

Rehoboth student makes UD dean’s list

Odin DeLazaro Potemski of Rehoboth Beach has been named to the University of Delaware dean's list for the fall 2023 semester. To meet eligibility requirements, a student must be enrolled full time and earn a GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale for the semester.

Local students named to RIT dean’s list

The Rochester Institute of Technology announced local students who were named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for earning a GPA greater than or equal to 3.4. Honorees are Ethan Wolman of Lewes, who is in the cybersecurity program; Lily Proskine of Millsboro, who is in the biotechnology and molecular bioscience program; and Nate Kistler of Millsboro, who is in the chemical engineering program.

Lewes students named to Coastal Carolina dean’s list

Coastal Carolina University announced Abigail DeVico, Thomas Obertubbesing and Lauria Tana-Dawson, all of Lewes, were named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Rehoboth student named to Clark dean's list

Clark University announced Conor P. O'Shea of Rehoboth Beach earned second honors for its fall 2023 dean's list for achieving a GPA between 3.50 and 3.79.

Lewes students named to William & Mary dean's list

The College of William & Mary announced Wes McLaughlin and Alexander Wiggins, both of Lewes, were named to its fall 2023 dean’s list. Eligible students must earn at least a 3.6 GPA.

Local students excel at Fairleigh Dickinson

Haley Roadenbaugh of Milton was named to the honors list at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Florham Campus in Madison, N.J., for the fall 2023 semester for earning a GPA of 3.5 or better. Dylan Hoernlein of Lewes was named to the fall 2023 honors list at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, N.J., and Brandi Mitchell of Millsboro was named to its dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.2 or better.

Milton student named to York College dean’s list

York College of Pennsylvania announced Kayla Mathe of Milton, a business administration major and member of the Class of 2024, was named to the dean's list for the fall 2023 semester.

Millsboro student named to Georgia Tech dean’s list

The Georgia Institute of Technology announced Zoe Probert of Millsboro was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for earning a 3.0 or higher GPA.

Lewes student named to Vermont State dean’s list

Vermont State University announced Storm Carlisle of Lewes was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Georgetown student named to Anderson dean’s list

Anderson University announced Rebekah Smith of Georgetown was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Cape Region students named to Delaware dean's list

University of Delaware announced local students were named to its fall 2023 dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Honorees are: Joey Brounce, Milton; Lexie Caprariello and Abey Evans of Lewes; and Jessie Griffith and Abby Supplee of Rehoboth Beach.

Local students named to Susquehanna dean’s list

Susquehanna University announced Cape Region students who were named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.4 or higher. Honorees and their hometowns are Taylor Lampron, Lewes; Melanie Ceylan and Elisha Jones, Millsboro; and Caitlin Milliken, Milton. 

Lewes student named to athletic conference honor roll

Gianna DeGregory of Lewes is among the Alvernia University student-athletes who were named to the Middle Atlantic Conference Academic Honor Roll for the 2023 fall semester. To qualify, DeGregory competed in a varsity-level sport and registered a fall term/semester GPA of 3.20 or higher.

Lewes cadet named to The Citadel dean's list

The Citadel announced Jackson Handlin from Lewes was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Cadets who are named to the dean's list receive a medal to wear on their uniform during the semester following their academic achievement.

Rehoboth student named to Alabama dean’s list

The University of Alabama announced Chloe Le of Rehoboth Beach was named to its fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving an academic record of 3.5 to 3.9.

Millsboro student named to Rhode Island dean’s list

The University of Rhode Island announced Isaac Scarborough of Milsboro was named to its fall 2023 dean's list for earning at least a 3.30 GPA.

Millsboro student achieves Montclair State dean’s list

Montclair State University announced Kira Fucci, a linguistics major from Millsboro, was named to the fall 2023 dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Lewes student excels at Mississippi State

Mississippi State University announced Peyton Evans of Lewes was named to its fall 2023 president's list for achieving GPA of 3.8 or better.

Lewes student named to dean’s list at Frostburg State

Frostburg State University announced Sydney Green of Lewes has been named to the fall 2023 dean's list for achieving a GPA of at least 3.4.

Local students named to Bucknell dean’s list

Bucknell University announced two Lewes students were named to its dean's list for the fall 2023 semester. Honorees are Cleo Ray, Class of 2026, an early childhood education major, and Caden Schell, Class of 2024, an environmental engineering major. Students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher to receive dean's list recognition.

Cape Region students honored at JMU

James Madison University announced the following students made the president's list for the fall 2023 semester. Kennedy Humes of Rehoboth Beach is majoring in communication sciences and disorders. Emily Simon of Lewes is majoring in general psychology. Julia LaFave of Lewes is majoring in media arts and design.

Local students were also named to the JMU fall 2023 dean’s list. Emily Burns of Lewes is majoring in communication studies. Kaitlyn Stolp of Millsboro is majoring in finance. Jakob Hayes of Milton is majoring in general psychology.

Lewes student named to Alvernia dean’s list

Gianna DeGregory of Lewes was named to the Alvernia University dean's list for the fall 2023 semester, having achieved a GPA of 3.5 or better. DeGregory is currently enrolled as a nursing major.

Millsboro student named to McDaniel dean’s list

McDaniel College announced Alicia Toomey of Millsboro was named to its fall 2023 dean's list with high honors for achieving a GPA of 3.70 to 3.89.

Local students excel at Lebanon Valley 

Lebanon Valley College announced Samantha Strunk of Lewes and Laicie Terry of Millsboro were named to its dean's list for the fall 2023 semester for achieving a GPA of at least 3.4 out of 4.0. A graduate of Cape Henlopen High School, Strunk is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in psychology. A graduate of Sussex Central High School, Terry is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in neuroscience.

Lewes student named to Lehigh dean’s list

Lehigh University announced Enzo Zechiel of Lewes was named to its fall 2023 dean's list. The status is awarded to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better.

Locals achieve dean’s list Washington College

Washington College announced area students who were named to its fall 2023 dean's list for achieving at least a 3.50 GPA. Honorees are Michael Daniello of Lewes, Grant Thomas of Lewes and Gianna Romano of Millsboro.

Lewes student named to Western Carolina dean’s list

Western Carolina University announced Josie Pyryt of Lewes was named to its fall 2023 dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Local students honored at Hofstra

Hofstra University announced Owain Williams of Rehoboth Beach achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA during the fall 2023 semester, earning a spot on the provost's list. Williams’ major is writing for the screen. Donna Snyder of Lewes was named to Hofstra’s fall 2023 dean’s list for achieving a GPA of at least 3.50. Snyder's major is theater arts.

Rehoboth student achieves dean’s list at Midway

Midway University announced Anthony Caruso of Rehoboth Beach has been named to its dean's list for the 2023 fall semester. To be eligible, a student must obtain a 3.60 GPA for the semester.

SNHU honors local students for academic achievement

Southern New Hampshire University has announced local students named to its fall 2023 president’s list for achieving a GPA of at least 3.70. Honorees are Cody Levis and Katheryn Meixner of Millsboro, Jennifer Cox of Long Neck, Ryan Orange of Milton and Anastasiya Stapleton of Rehoboth Beach. Local students who were named to the SNHU fall 2023 dean’s list for earning a GPA between 3.50 and 3.699 are Nicole Sheppard of Lewes, Shamar Moore and Kathryn Ehrick of Millsboro, and Danielle David of Milton.

Millsboro student named to PennWest dean's list

Paige Warren of Millsboro was named to the Pennsylvania Western University dean's list for the 2023 fall semester. To be eligible, students must earn a minimum semester GPA of 3.40.

Millsboro man named to collegiate honor society

David Wright of Millsboro, a student of the University of Maryland Global Campus, was recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible. 

Cadets named to The Citadel dean's list

The Citadel announced Luke Crouch of Milton and Jackson Handlin of Lewes were named to its spring 2023 dean's list. The recognition is given to cadets and students whose grade-point average is 3.20 or higher.

Locals excel at Southern New Hampshire

Southern New Hampshire University announced local students who were named to its summer term president’s list, having earning a GPA of at least 3.7. President’s list honorees are Jennifer Cox of Long Neck, Ryan Orange of Milton, Cody Levis of Millsboro, Eric Thens of Millsboro, Katheryn Meixner of Millsboro and Kathryn Ehrick of Millsboro.

Danielle David of Milton and Shamar Moore of Millsboro were named to SNHU’s summer term dean’s list, having earned a GPA between 3.5  and 3.699. 

Lehigh welcomes undergraduate student from Lewes

Lehigh University announced Ryan Baker of Lewes is among the newly enrolled members of its Class of 2027. A graduate of Cape Henlopen High School, Baker is running cross country and majoring in engineering.

Milford student awarded Autism Delaware scholarship

Dylan Carnright was recently named a recipient of an Autism Delaware scholarship.

The Milford resident returns to Wilmington University this fall as a sophomore majoring in cybersecurity. Carnright earned an associate degree cum laude in applied science from Delaware Technical Community College. In addition to his exemplary academic career, Carnright has worked toward his goal by interning in Delaware Tech’s staff IT department and at SecureNetMD in Lewes. For the past six years, Carnright has maintained employment as a web developer for Techno Goober, also in Lewes.

“As a candidate for a scholarship, Dylan not only met the scholarship’s criteria, he surpassed them. This young man’s reach is extraordinary. While taking classes and working, he also spoke on a panel for Delaware’s SEAL [Special Education Administrative Leadership] program and as a new student orientation speaker at DelTech. Plus, he was an AT champion in the Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative. And that’s just since he graduated from high school,” said Brian Hall, MSW, Autism Delaware executive director.

Local students make Mount St. Mary's dean’s list

Mount St. Mary's University announced Madison Mahoney and Devin Owen, both of Milton, earned dean's list honors in the spring 2023 semester.

Locals honored at James Madison

James Madison University recently announced spring 2023 honors. 

Two local students made the president's list. Kennedy Humes of Rehoboth Beach is majoring in communication sciences and disorders. Julia LaFave of Lewes is majoring in media arts and design. Students who earn president's list honors must earn a GPA of 3.9 or above.

Emily Burns and Emily Simon, both of Lewes, were named to the dean’s list for earning a GPA between 3.5 and 3.899. Burns is majoring in communication studies and Simon is majoring in general psychology.

Lewes student named to Hofstra dean’s list

Donna Snyder, a theater arts major from Lewes, was named to the Hofstra University dean’s list for spring 2023. To be eligible, students must achieve a GPA of at least 3.50.

Lewes student-athlete earns D2 ADA academic honors

Kutztown University announced Abbey Hearn of Lewes was among its student-athletes who were recognized by the Division II Athletic Directors Association with 2022-23 academic achievement awards.

To qualify for the award, a student-athlete must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, have completed a minimum of two years of college-level work at a two-year and/or four-year institution and been an active member of an intercollegiate team during the last academic year.

Lewes student named to Alvernia dean's list 

Gianna DeGregory of Lewes has been named to Alvernia University's spring 2023 dean's list. DeGregory is enrolled as a nursing major. To be eligible, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits.

Rehoboth student welcomed into honors college at Charleston

Amalia Scruggs of Rehoboth Beach will attend the Honors College at the College of Charleston starting this fall. Scruggs joins a community of highly motivated honors students who live and learn together while pursuing their own unique interests. A graduate of Sussex Academy, Scruggs plans to major in business administration.

Local students named to Montclair State dean’s list

Montclair State University announced Kira Fucci of Millsboro and Raymond Wolak of Lewes achieved dean’s list honors for the spring 2023 semester. The list recognizes students with a 3.50 or higher semester GPA.

Local students named to Widener dean's list

Widener University has announced Dylan Thompson of Lewes and Christina Ward of Rehoboth Beach earned dean's list honors for the spring 2023 semester. The dean's list recognizes full-time students who earned a grade point average of 3.50 and above for the semester.

Local students honored at McDaniel 

McDaniel College announced local students who made its dean's list. Having achieved a GPA of 3.90 or higher, Sarah Aleman of Millsboro was recognized with highest honors. Having earned a GPA within the range of 3.70-3.89, Alicia Toomey of Millsboro was recognized with high honors. With a  GPA in the range of 3.50-3.69, Amanda Sponaugle of Milton was recognized with honors.

Millsboro student participates in summer science research

Penn Smith of Millsboro is among a group of Lebanon Valley College students who participated in summer science research with faculty. A graduate of Sussex Central High School, Smith is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in computer science, and mathematics and physics.

Local students achieve dean’s list at PennWest 

Pennsylvania Western University announced Paige Warren and Hayden Harmon, both of Millsboro, have been named to the dean's list for the 2023 spring semester. To qualify, students must earn a minimum semester GPA of 3.40.

Lewes students named to UMGC dean’s list

The University of Maryland Global Campus announced Talia Grayson and Alejandro Zambrano, both of Lewes, were named to the dean's list for the spring semester. To be eligible for the honor, a student must have earned a GPA of at least 3.5.

Lewes student named to Northern Vermont dean’s list

Storm Carlisle of Lewes was named to the Northern Vermont University dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. Students who achieve between a 3.50 and 3.99 semester average are placed on the dean's list.

Lewes student named to Fairfield dean’s list 

Fairfield University announced Hank D’Ambrogi of Lewes received dean's list honors for the spring 2023 semester. To be eligible, students must have attained a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better.

Millsboro student named to Fairleigh Dickinson dean’s list

Brandi Mitchell of Millsboro, a student at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, N.J., has been named to the dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. Eligible students must carry a GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Lewes student named to Charleston dean's list

The College of Charleston announced Sophia Ferguson of Lewes was named to its spring 2023 dean's list for earning a GPA of 3.6 or higher. Ferguson is majoring in commercial real estate finance.

Lewes student named to Mississippi State president's list

Hayley Wilson of Lewes was named to the Mississippi State University spring 2023 president's list for achieving a 3.80 or better grade-point average.

Local students honored at Shenandoah

Shenandoah University announced Taylor Bullis and Nicole Porter, both of Millsboro, were named to its spring 2023 dean’s list. To qualify, students must earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.

Millsboro's Erin Eason honored at College of the Holy Cross

College of the Holy Cross announced Erin Eason of Millsboro received the 2023 Joseph C. Cahill Prize, awarded each year to a graduating chemistry major for excellence in that field of study. Eason was also named to the college’s spring 2023 dean's list for  earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher for the term.

Lewes student named to Ursinus dean’s list

Ursinus College announced Asia Hobbs of Lewes was named to its dean’s honors list for the spring 2023 semester. Eligible students earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher. 

Local students named to Susquehanna dean’s list

Susquehanna University announced local students named to its dean's list for the spring 2023 semester are Melanie Ceylan of Millsboro, Caitlin Milliken of Milton and Stephanie Philcox of Milton. To qualify, students must achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher.

Lewes student named to York College dean’s list

York College of Pennsylvania announced Ryan Burke of Lewes was named to its spring 2023 dean's list.

Local students named to Bucknell dean’s list

Bucknell University announced two Lewes students were named to its dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. Honorees are Cleo Ray, Class of 2026, an early childhood education major, and Caden Schell, Class of 2024, an environmental engineering major. Students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher to receive dean's list recognition.

Milton student named to Hartford's dean's list

The University of Hartford announced Kristyn Grasso of Milton was named to its spring 2023 dean's list.

Hearn of Lewes named a conference scholar-athlete

Kutztown University announced student-athlete Abbey Hearn of Lewes was named a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Scholar-Athlete. To be eligible for these honors, student-athletes must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25.

Local students named to Coastal Carolina dean’s list

Coastal Carolina University announced Lewes students Abigail DeVico and Mia Sheldon were named to its spring 2023 dean’s list, having achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. 

Bullis named to conference all-academic team

Shenandoah University announced student-athlete Taylor Bullis of Millsboro was named to the 2022-23 Old Dominion Athletic Conference All-Academic Team. To qualify, a student-athlete must have had a 3.25 GPA or higher during the 2022-23 school year.

Milton man graduates from LeTourneau with highest honors

LeTourneau University announced Jeremy Carpenter of Milton graduated summa cum laude for maintaining a cumulative GPA between 3.8 and a perfect 4.0 throughout his college coursework. He earned a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. Carpenter also was named to LeTourneau’s president’s list for achieving a 4.0 GPA for the spring semester.

Millsboro student named to Georgia Tech dean’s list

The Georgia Institute of Technology announced Zoe Probert of Millsboro was named to its spring 2023 dean's list for having earned a 3.0 or higher GPA.

Lebanon Valley student-athletes earn conference honors

Lebanon Valley College announced its Cape Region student-athletes who have been named to the 2023 Middle Atlantic Conference winter/spring academic honor roll comprising those who compete in a varsity-level sport and achieve a semester GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Penn Smith of Millsboro, a graduate of Sussex Central High School and member of the men's track & field team, is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in computer science and mathematics and physics. 

Benjamin Weathersby of Rehoboth Beach, a graduate of Cape Henlopen High School and member of the men's lacrosse team, received a bachelor of science degree in digital communications. 

Milton student earns Hartford president's honors

The University of Hartford announced Kristyn Grasso of Milton has been named to its president's honors list for spring 2023, having earned a grade-point average of 3.75 or higher in the semester.

Millsboro student named to Rhode Island dean's list

The University of Rhode Island announced Isaac Scarborough of Millsboro has been named to the spring 2023 dean's list for achieving at least a 3.30 quality point average.

Milton student named to Cedar Crest dean's list

Blanca Paredes of Milton was named to the Cedar Crest College dean's list for the spring 2023 semester for earning a grade point average of 3.65 or higher.

Local students honored at University of Tampa

The University of Tampa honored Marna Stillman of Rehoboth Beach and Nicholas Marchetti of Millsboro with inclusion on the spring 2023 dean’s list for maintaining a GPA of 3.75 or higher. Stillman a psychology major and Marchetti is majoring in entrepreneurship.

Millsboro student named to dean’s list at Frostburg State

Katelyn Bartolotti of Millsboro has been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University for outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2023 semester. To be eligible for the dean's list, a student must earn GPA of at least 3.4.

Local student at Penn College earns manufacturing scholarship

Pennsylvania College of Technology announced Caden L. Cope of Georgetown, a welding and fabrication engineering technology student, received a scholarship from a national foundation. Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, the foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International, awarded $1,500-$2,500 scholarships to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a certificate or degree program leading to a manufacturing career. FMA is the leading educational association for the metal processing, forming and fabricating industry. Penn College students earned 13 of the 42 NBT scholarships for the fall 2023 semester, more than any other school.

Rehoboth student named to Clark dean's list

Conor P. O'Shea of Rehoboth Beach was named to second honors on the Clark University dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. Students must have a GPA between 3.50 and 3.79 for second honors.

Lewes student named to William & Mary dean's list

The College of William & Mary announced Parker Cole from Lewes was named to its dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. To qualify, students must earn a 3.6 GPA.

Local student named to Shenandoah athletic director's list

Shenandoah University announced Taylor Bullis of Millsboro earned a spot on the athletic director's list for the spring 2023 semester. To qualify for this honor, student-athletes must have a semester GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Lebanon Valley recognizes spring student-athletes

Lebanon Valley College recognized its Cape Region student-athletes who competed for the Flying Dutchmen spring athletic teams.

Penn Smith of Millsboro, a graduate of Sussex Central High School and member of the men's track and field team, is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in computer science and mathematics and physics. 

Benjamin Weathersby of Rehoboth Beach, a graduate of Cape Henlopen High School and member of the men's lacrosse team, received a bachelor of science degree in digital communications. 

Hunter Tipton of Lewes, a graduate of John Carroll School in Bel Air, Md., and member of the baseball team, is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in business administration.

Local students attain dean's list at Lehigh

Lehigh University announced Cape Region students who were named to its dean’s list for earning a GPA at least 3.6. Honorees are Ethan Hempel of Milton and Enzo Zechiel of Lewes.

Local student named to Saint Francis dean's list

Saint Francis University announced Marissa Frederick of Lewes was named to its dean's list for the spring 2023 semester. Frederick is majoring in early childhood special education. To qualify, a student must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Milton student earns dean’s list at Commonwealth University - Lock Haven

Sommer Dorman of Milton has been named to the Commonwealth University - Lock Haven spring 2023 dean's list, which recognizes students who have earned a GPA of at least 3.5. 

Local student earns 4.0 GPA at Indiana U

Indiana University of Pennsylvania announced Lindsey Swontek of Rehoboth Beach was among the students honored at graduation for achieving a perfect 4.0 grade point average throughout their university studies. An early childhood education and special education major, Lindsey is the daughter of Karen and Bill Swontek, and a 2019 graduate of Cape Henlopen High School. Swontek was a member of the IUP women’s soccer team from 2019 to 2022.

Local students named to Southern New Hampshire president’s list

Southern New Hampshire University announced Danielle David of Milton and Katheryn Meixner of Millsboro were named to its president’s list.  The honor goes to students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.7 for the semester.

Honor society inducts locals at University of Delaware

University of Delaware students Benjamin Marsaly and Renee Juliano, both of Lewes, recently were initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership.

Hornick named to Monmouth dean’s list

Monmouth University recently announced that Jessica Hornick was named to its spring 2023 dean’s list for excellent academic achievement. She is the granddaughter of Pat and Gary Casadei of Millsboro, daughter of Tara and Paul Hornick of Laurel Springs, N.J. 

Rehoboth student presents original work at Lebanon Valley 

Benjamin Weathersby of Rehoboth Beach presented creative work at Lebanon Valley College's annual inquiry symposium. A graduate of Cape Henlopen High School, Weathersby presented LaceLock. He is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in digital communications.

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