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BRITTANY DUNEGAN
Nominated for Phi Theta Kappa All-USA Academic Team

Brittany Dunegan - glamour shot


Eastfield College and the National Science Foundation – Science Talent Expansion Program (NSF-STEP) team is proud to announce that Brittany Dunegan has been nominated for the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-USA Academic Team.

Not many students get the opportunity to be recognized at this level. Ms. Dunegan has overcome many obstacles on her educational path to excellence and has proven to be a model student. And did I mention she is just an all-around nice person?

The PTK All-USA Academic Team program annually recognizes 60 outstanding two-year college students. First, Second, and Third Teams, each consisting of 20 members, are selected. The 20 First Team members receive stipends of $2,500 each. All 60 members of the All-USA Academic Team and their colleges receive extensive national recognition through coverage in USA TODAY.

Selection is based on nominations submitted by community college presidents or CEOs, who receive nomination materials in the fall. PTK, USA TODAY, and the American Association of Community Colleges sponsor the All-USA Academic Team program annually. To be eligible, a student must post a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA and be eligible to graduate with an associate degree.

Ms. Dunegan is involved in community and on-campus activities, has strong family values, and is very worthy of this special recognition.

 
Brittany’s Campus Activities:
Brittany’s Community Activities:
Psi Eta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa – Secretary
Psi Beta Chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta – Vice President
Member - Disciplinary Committee for Eastfield College
NSF-STEP (Research at the Big Thicket and University Southwestern STARS program)
Science Club - Secretary
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Keep America Beautiful Campaigns in Mesquite, TX.
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Member - The Elks non-profit Organization
Member - Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Association
 
The "RIGHT " Decision
Brittany at the Big Thicket - this is "not" a picnic basket! Brittany 's confidence is growing - enough to hold a snake! Brittany doing her research - in the classroom and on the TM-1000 microscope


Brittany decided to enroll in credit classes at Eastfield College.

In her own words Brittany states; “At Eastfield College my education truly began when I enrolled in the most demanding class with the most encouraging teacher I have ever encountered in my academic career, Dr. Carl Knight."

"Dr. Knight showed me, through his constant encouragement, that I was completely capable of learning and surpassing my fellow classmates. Through his support I became more confident and succeeded!
I soon found many professors like Dr. Knight at Eastfield who love their career and want to impact students’ lives.”

Congratulations Brittany!
Brittany Dunegan in her graduation ragalia
   
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