Congratulations 2011-2012 Scholarship Recipients - The Office of ...
Congratulations 2011-2012 Scholarship Recipients - The Office of ...
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Pinnacle Honor Society Returns to UNC Charlotte<br />
As a part <strong>of</strong> National Adult Student week, UNC Charlotte and the <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Adult Students and Evening<br />
Services (OASES) reinstated their involvement with Pinnacle Honor Society and inducted twenty-two student<br />
members on November 8, <strong>2011</strong>. Pinnacle Honor Society specifically honors adult and non-traditional students<br />
who in addition to being successful academically also participate in their community. <strong>The</strong> selected students<br />
were honored at a reception along with their family and friends. Lance Wirsing, Food and Beverage Manage<br />
at the Charlotte Country Club, spoke on his experiences as a former nontraditional student and Pinnacle<br />
member where he balanced school, work, family and community. Each student selected for recognition<br />
received a lapel pin, a diploma seal, and a membership certificate.<br />
New Pinnacle member Sandra<br />
Gilbertson stated, “Being recognized<br />
for my good grades and<br />
work outside <strong>of</strong> school was the<br />
most rewarding experience I have<br />
ever had. It really shows that my<br />
hard work has paid <strong>of</strong>f. All I<br />
want to do is strive to be a good<br />
role model for my family and<br />
peers and being recognized by the<br />
Pinnacle Society is a symbol for<br />
just that and I am very proud and<br />
honored to be a part <strong>of</strong> this<br />
group!” Glen Cashetta added,<br />
“Most people do not understand<br />
the courage it took to return to the<br />
academic world after so many years. When I received my membership into the Pinnacle Honor Society, it<br />
touched my heart to be recognized not only for my academic merits but also my work in the community.”<br />
Pinnacle inductees met the following criteria: (a) qualify as adult or non-traditional students under locallyderived<br />
and maintained definitions, (b) have senior status, (c) have a minimum cumulative grade point average<br />
<strong>of</strong> 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, (d) have been involved in at least three community and/or campus activities, (e) demonstrate<br />
leadership, persistence, and future promise, (f) maintain the highest ethical standards. After students<br />
filled out the application and submitted an essay, a committee <strong>of</strong> faculty and staff select students for membership.<br />
Interested in Honors College? For more information visit Cone Building, Room 306 or<br />
http://www.honorscollege.uncc.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> UNC Charlotte Honors College <strong>of</strong>fers academically talented, enthusiastic, motivated students many<br />
<strong>of</strong> the personal and intellectual advantages <strong>of</strong> a small liberal arts college within the diversity <strong>of</strong> a large<br />
university. <strong>The</strong> emphasis is on seminars, intensive reading, writing, and discussion in which reasoned<br />
self-expression and critical thinking are valued and rewarded. <strong>The</strong> Honors College is comprised <strong>of</strong> several<br />
distinct programs, each with their own standards for admission and requirements for graduation. Unique<br />
enrichment opportunities; including scholarships, study abroad, community service, executive shadowing,<br />
special lectures, and individualized senior projects are also available. Some exceptionally talented<br />
students are enrolled in more than one program. A special honors residence option is also available for all<br />
students in the Honors College
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