Madison College Student Recognized For Her Efforts

From Wesleyan University: At a Wesleyan University prize reception on May 9, Madison native Rachel Alpert was awarded the David Morgan Prize, which is given annually to seniors majoring in the College of Social Studies and/or the Department of History who best demonstrate the integrity and commitment to community that characterized David Morgan's 37 years of service to Wesleyan. She also received the Scott Prize in Hebrew, which recognizes excellence in modern languages.

Rachel formerly attended Choate Rosemary Hall.
Wesleyan's awards, prizes, and scholarships program connects recipients to the legacies of alumni, administrators, faculty, and friends of the university whose lives and work are honored through endowed gifts. Recipients of the academic scholarships, fellowships, and prizes represent the highest ideals of Wesleyan--intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, creative expressoin, leadership, and service.

Wesleyan University is a private, non-sectarian liberal arts university in Middletown, Conn. Founded in 1831, Wesleyan offers its 3,000 undergraduates and 200 graduate students a demanding educational environment characterized by boldness, rigor and practical idealism. At Wesleyan, distinguished scholar-teachers work closely with students in more than 45 fields of study. The university seeks to build a diverse, energetic community of students, faculty and staff who think critically and creatively and value independence of mind and the generosity of spirit. Located two hours from both New York and Boston, the campus overlooks downtown Middletown and the Connecticut River. For more information, visit www.wesleyan.edu.

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