USC Junior Heralded By HUD Leader's Program

Upper St. Clair High School junior Kevin Chen has a bud at HUD.

Chen might not personally know Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Dr. Ben Carson But he has been selected a 2017 Recognized Carson Scholar, a program founded by the noted neurosurgeon and former Republican presidential candidate.

The program honors students in grade four through 12 for their commitment to making a difference in their community, according to Katie Damaroda, Carson Scholars Fund scholarship director.

“Kevn is among nearly 8,000 gifted students from across the country that have been named Carson Scholars,” she said. “Their academic achievements and service to their communities are what make them stand out as future leaders.

Kevin will be honored at the Carson Scholars Fund annual Pittsburgh awards banquet on April 8 at Heinz Field. He’ll receive a commemorative pin and certificate acknowledging his academic and humanitarian achievements.

Photo via Upper St. Clair School District.