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Stamford Student Named To University's Fall 2020 Dean's List

A Stamford resident is among close to 750 students named to the fall 2020 Dean's List at Western New England University.

STAMFORD, CT — Elisee Jean, of Stamford, is among close to 750 students named to the Western New England University fall 2020 Dean's List.

According to a news release, students must earn a GPA of 3.30 or higher to qualify for the list. Jean is working toward a BSE in Mechanical Engineering.

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"We are so proud of our Dean's List students who demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence in their studies despite the unique challenges of our fall semester," Robert E. Johnson, the university's president, said in a news release. "Of the roughly 3,000 colleges and universities tracked by the College Crisis Initiative, Western New England University was among just 27% nationwide that resumed primarily 'in-person' teaching last fall. Our Dean's List students stayed focused and engaged; they should be very proud of their achievements. Well done, Golden Bears!"

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Located in Springfield, Mass., Western New England serves 3,690 students. Further information can be found at www1.wne.edu.

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