Manahawkin College Senior Creates Butterfly Habitat At Stockton University

Manahawkin, New Jersey — New Jersey 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 Lisa Patterson, who nominated Dale.

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What is the star student’s name?

Dale

What grade is the student in?

Senior at Stockton University

How do you know the star student?

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

Dale has accomplished Dean’s List honors three years in a row at Stockton University. He has also taken on his own project at the university’s sustainability farm. His project, which he is passionate about, is helping butterflies thrive at the farm. He is planting local flowers and bushes and is in the process of creating a beautiful area for the butterflies.

He is studying for his bachelor’s degree in biology and also has two minors, one in environmental studies and one in chemistry. He hopes to continue his studies and pursue his master’s degree in the coming years.

What three words best describe your star student?

Dedicated, Hardworking, Kind.

Keep up the great work, Dale! 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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