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Mann, Varkoly named to Dean’s List at UMGC
Two students from Cape Coral were named to the Dean’s List for the fall term at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC). To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
The students are Jeffery Mann and Evelyn Varkoly.
Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2022, University of Maryland Global Campus is a world leader in innovative educational models, with award-winning online programs in disciplines including biotechnology, cybersecurity, data analytics, and information technology that are in high demand in today’s increasingly technical, global workplace.
With an enrollment of some 90,000 students, UMGC offers open access with a global footprint and a specific mission-to meet the learning needs of students whose responsibilities may include jobs, family, and military service. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs, including doctoral programs.
Persaud named to Columbia College Fall 2021 Semester dean’s list
Columbia College recently announced its dean’s list for the Fall 2021 Semester. To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have completed 12 semester hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.
Among those named to the dean’s list is Kevin Persaud of Cape Coral, who attended Columbia College – Lemoore (Calif.)
Founded in 1851 in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia College has been helping students advance their lives through higher education for more than 170 years. As a private, nonprofit institution, the college takes pride in its small classes, experienced faculty and quality educational programs.
With nearly 40 locations across the country, including 20 on military installations, students may enroll in day, evening or online classes. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Columbia College has more than 95,000 alumni worldwide.
For additional information about the school, visit ccis.edu.
Scholarship and awards opportunities for student musicians announced
After a two-season hiatus caused by the pandemic, two important music scholarship and awards competitions have been scheduled. The SWFL Symphony Society organizes the auditions for student musicians for the Marilyn Van Sickle Vocal Competition Scholarships and the Jillian Prescott Music Awards.
On Saturday, Feb. 5, student vocalists will audition for two four-year scholarships from the Joseph L & Marilyn Van Sickle Vocal Music Scholarship Fund. One award of $3,000, and one award of $2,000 will be given to the top performers auditioning. Open to high school seniors, college students and graduate students, each vocalist must prepare a 10-minute selection of music to present. The judges have been selected for their extensive experience in vocal teaching, performing and conducting. Applications must be received by Jan. 21 to be included in the audition schedule.
Young musicians in keyboard, strings, woodwind & brass, percussion and voice, are invited to audition for nearly $10,000 in cash awards on Saturday, April 16, at the Bower School of Music at FGCU. The Jillian Prescott Memorial Music Fund sponsors this award program that includes the five music disciplines in two age categories. Students ages 12 to 17 and 18 to 22 compete for top place in each category and each age group, with an overall award of $1,800. Applications for this competition must be received by April 8, 2022.
Full information and application forms can be found on the Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra's web site: https://www.swflso.org/symphony-society-scholarships-competitions/ or emailing: symphonysociety@swflso.org.