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SLCC : 2020, 2021 Graduates Encouraged To “Take Every Chance As An Opportunity “ At Special Commencement Ceremony
This year's event, which included the use of extra safety precautions due to the ongoing pandemic, also served to honor SLCC's 2020 grad ...
August 06, 2021
Two former SLCC students received the school’s Distinguished Alumni Award. The award recognizes one alumnus and one alumna for significant contributions to their communities and professions. Davis M. Smith, CEO of outdoor equipment manufacturer Cotopaxi, and Christina Andino, social worker for Magellan Health, were both recognized during Friday’s event. Since their time at SLCC, Smith has focused on building employment opportunities both locally and abroad through his Cotopaxi Foundation. Andino has become a fierce advocate for foster children through her volunteer work with FosterClub, a national network for foster youth.
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Several students were also individually recognized with the college’s Graduates of Excellence Award, a prestigious distinction that recognizes hard work, commitment and selflessness. Honorees include Manisha Adhikari, Samuel Aguirre, Prabin Pandit, Lindsay Simons, Brock Smith, Amie Schaeffer and Rachel Santizo.
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