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Rysdahl named to Hamline University dean’s list

Bradlee Rysdahl of Tofte was named to the dean’s list at Hamline University for the fall term of the 2011-12 academic year. Members of the dean’s list achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or higher on a 4.00 scale.

Rysdahl, who is majoring in environmental studies, is a 2008 graduate Cook County High School and is the son of Jeanne Rysdahl of Tofte.

Rysdahl will intern this spring with the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul.

Four locals earn Vermilion recognition

Four local students have achieved academic honors at Vermilion Community College.

Jason Hughes, Jason Lee and Krista Nelson of Grand Marais, and Jesse Johnson of Schroeder have been named to the fall 2011 honors list at the Ely school. Each earned high honors for a grade point average of 3.5 or above.

Megan O’Neill named to Bemidji honors list

Megan O’Neill of Lutsen has been named to the fall semester dean’s list at Bemidji State University. Students carrying 12 or more semester hours during any one term and earning at least 3.25 (B-plus) grade point average are named to the dean’s list.

Megan is the daughter of Patrick O’Neill and Kathleen O’Neil of Lutsen. She is a 2004 graduate of Cook County High School.

Sande named to dean’s list at St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas has released the names of the students who have been named to the university’s 2011 fall semester dean’s list. Students must post grade point averages of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale to be named to the dean’s list.

On the list is Tait Sande, the son of Steve and Nancy Sande of Grand Marais.

St. Thomas, founded in 1885, is a Catholic, independent, liberal arts university. With a coeducational student body numbering more than 10,000, it is Minnesota’s largest independent college or university. Over 2,000 of the university’s undergraduates were named to the fall semester Dean’s List.

Schulte named to Bethel dean’s list

Ahna Schulte, a senior at Bethel University in St. Paul, has been named to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the winter 2011 semester. Ahna is the daughter of Craig and Lynn Schulte of Grand Marais.

The dean’s list honors students who achieve an outstanding scholastic record during a semester with a grade point average of 3.6 or greater.

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 6,600 students from 48 states and 25 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul with additional seminary locations on both coasts, Bethel offers rigorous bachelor’s and advanced degrees in nearly 100 relevant fields.

Minnesota Power Foundation awards Community Involvement scholarships

Alexander Ditmanson, a 2012 graduate of Cook County High School, is one of 20 recipients of Minnesota Power’s $2,500 Community Involvement Scholarships.

In partnership with the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation (DSACF), scholarships are awarded to students who live in the Minnesota Power electric service area, have maintained good academic records and have been actively involved in volunteer projects in their communities.

The DSACF determined the 20 recipients from many qualified candidates. “The selection process is always difficult as young people find more and more creative ways to give back to their communities,” said Mark Myles, Chair of the DSACF Scholarship Committee.

“More Minnesota young people are becoming connected to their communities by volunteering time and energy to support area projects,” said Minnesota Power Foundation Director Peggy Hanson. “Volunteering teaches them about civic responsibility and it enhances their education and leadership development. We are pleased to continue our commitment to ensuring that more young people are connected to their communities in positive roles.”

Minnesota Power began this scholarship program in 1998. For a complete list of scholarship recipients or to learn more about our programs, visit www.mnpower.com/community/education/scholarships.



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