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Connecticut Student Turns Passion For Cooking Into Academic Success

From a brand parter: Daykwon worked full time in Connecticut and Florida while earning his degree from Johnson & Wales University.

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight standout students of all ages, from pre-K through graduate studies. This submission comes from Oma, who nominated Daykwon. (Oma)

Connecticut is home to students who are showing up, standing out and making a real impact in their schools and communities. To celebrate them, Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight local students excelling in academics, athletics, the arts and beyond.

This submission comes from Oma, who nominated Daykwon.

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If you know a student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured as a Star Student on Patch.


What is the star student’s name?

Daykwon

What grade is the student in?

College fourth year

How do you know the star student?

He is my grandson.

Tell us about your star student's accomplishments and why they deserve to be recognized on Patch!

He attended a culinary degree program in Shelton and has worked full time at various restaurants and culinary businesses in Connecticut and Florida, all while completing full-time online studies at Johnson & Wales University. He is my first grandchild to graduate from college, and I am so proud of him!!

What three words best describe your star student?

He is a hard worker!


Keep up the great work, Daykwon! If you know a star student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.

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