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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.
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What is the star student’s name?
Daykwon
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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!
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