#b#Biking for a Cause: ALS Research#/b#
Princeton Junction resident Andrew Foster will support ALS research by cycling 270 miles over three days in the 14th Annual Tri-State Trek, an event to raise awareness and money for ALS research, from Friday to Sunday, June 24 to 26.
Foster, as well as other cyclists participating in the Tri-State Trek, will make their journeys from Newton, Massachusetts, to Greenwich, Connecticut.
Foster, a devoted cyclist, couldn’t find a better way to raise money for research on ALS — the fatal neurodegenerative disease also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease — than by doing what he loves.
“I am an avid cyclist. My friend’s brother-in-law suffers from ALS, so I thought it would be helpful to raise money while having the opportunity to enjoy riding in an area of the country with which I am unfamiliar,” Foster said.
Foster, a father of four, is an associate professor of classics and his wife, Kathryn Kueny, is a professor of Islamic studies at Fordham University.
After having arthroscopic knee surgery for the second time, he was advised to find a way to be active other than running, which led him to cycling in 2008. In 2009 he joined the Princeton Freewheelers with which he went on group rides and enjoyed the exercise and exploring New Jersey.
Strong Chemistry
Shannon Weng, a rising junior at High School South, has established herself as one of the top 20 high school chemistry students in the country.
After a series of exams administered to more than 16,000 students, Weng is among the select group under consideration for one of four spots on the U.S. Chemistry Olympiad Team. Those top 20 students are currently participating in an intensive study camp at the University of Mary Washington in Virginia. The four students and two alternates selected for the team will compete in Tblisi, Georgia, later this summer against teams from more than 70 other countries.
#b#Ballet Honors#/b#
Emily Potter of Plainsboro was honored by American Repertory Ballet’s Princeton Ballet School at its spring production of “Swan Lake.” Potter was the recipient of the Molly Clifton Award, established by Lisa and Lionel de Ravel to honor a young female dancer of great promise.
#b#Money Matters#/b#
A team from High School North received an honorable mention in the second annual Money$peak competition, hosted by the Mercadien Foundation and Rider University on June 1.
The competition began with 60 teams from area high schools and ended with six teams selected for the final through in-school competitions. Teams of two to four students created a short, innovative presentation on a topic in personal finance for a panel of judges.
Team members from North included Dan Grueneberg, Humayd Humayun, Usamah Zaki, and Shivam Raval. Their presentation on identity theft, “Left For Theft,” earned the team a $250 award as well as a $250 grant for personal finance education at North. Their advisor was Albert Paulsson.
#b#Eagle Scout#/b#
Jonathan Logan, a member of Boy Scout Troop 168 in Plainsboro, earned his Eagle Award, Boy Scouting’s highest honor, on May 2, and was recognized at a June 4 ceremony.
For his community service project he led his troop in the construction of the window wall prop and deck for the Princeton Junction Volunteer Fire Company to allow firefighters to practice entry and exit techniques. In combination with the “Denver attachment” — completed by another Eagle Scout, firefighters can practice extractions from a tight, confined space at adjustable window heights.
Logan, a West Windsor resident and rising senior at High School North, earned 23 merit badges during his time as a Boy Scout and served in various leadership roles with his troop. His parents are Dan and Rose Logan.
For more information about Jonathan Logan visit www.plainsboro168.mytroop.us.
#b#In College#/b#
Bard College at Simon’s Rock: Roop Pal of Plainsboro was named to the dean’s list. Pal, 15, attended High School North but left early to start college.
Macalester College: Camille Garcia-Flahaut, the daughter of Catherine Flahaut of West Windsor and Luis Garcia-Pinto of New York City, was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester. She is a graduate of Notre Dame High School.
Marist College: Nicole Giambagno of Plainsboro received a bachelor of science in fashion merchandising. Mariel Porfido of West Windsor received a bachelor of science in business administration.
Rowan University: West Windsor residents named to the dean’s list were Emily A. Carnevale, a senior majoring in elementary education; and Anna M. Perna, a junior majoring in early childhood education.
Plainsboro residents named to the dean’s list were Mikaela A. Langdon, a senior majoring in writing arts; Angelo W. Lopez, a junior marketing major; Jaclyn M. Wemple, a senior majoring in elementary education; Joseph N. Williamson, a junior majoring in elementary education; and Yang Zhong, a sophomore majoring in philosophy and religion studies.
University of Scranton: Shane Ruddy of West Windsor graduated with a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience. Daria McArdle Bubenheimer of Plainsboro earned a master of science degree in human resources.
University of Vermont: West Windsor residents Dina Alter, a wildlife and fisheries biology major, and Bethany Harris, a psychological science major, were named to the dean’s list.
Washington University in St. Louis: Joe Foster, who recently completed his freshman year in the College of Arts and Sciences, was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester. A graduate of High School North, he is majoring in mathematics and dance. His parents are Andrew Foster and Kathryn Kueny.
Western New England University: Kevin J. Worrall of Plainsboro was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester. Worrall is studying accounting and finance.
Widener University: Nicole Crossey of Plainsboro earned a bachelor of arts in history, and Brae McQuade of West Windsor earned a bachelor of arts in middle years education. Both were named to the dean’s list for the semester.
#b#Highest Honors#/b#
Elon University: Marissa Kuzbyt, a Plainsboro resident and 2008 graduate of High School North, received Elon University School of Law’s highest honor, the David Gergen Award for Leadership and Professionalism, during commencement on May 21.
Kuzbyt, who was nominated by her peers and selected by faculty, was involved in reviving the Lawyer on the Line program, working with Phi Alpha Delta to raise money for charity, co-chairing the Billings Exum Frye National Moot Court Competition, and working with the Silent Auction, #ElonDay, and Class Gift programs.
Kuzbyt earned her undergraduate degree at Methodist University in North Carolina, where she also played soccer for four years and served as co-captain for two. After the bar exam she hopes to become a prosecutor.
