Achieving academic success in and out of the classroom

Woodmere Middle School seventh-graders Madeline Heyman and Madison Honig placed fourth in the New York State History Day competition in upstate Cooperstown last month.

The duo were recognized for their work “Gloria Steinem: A Living Legend and A Feminist Icon” in the junior group performance category. They were second at the Long Island Regional History Fair in March.

Hilsenrath receives two awards
North Woodmere resident Grant Hilsenrath is raking in the awards as placed the finishing touches on his senior year at SUNY Albany. First he was presented with the Outstanding Senior Award, which recognizes undergraduate seniors who have contributed greatly to the university during the course of their undergraduate careers by demonstrating leadership on the university level or in more than one organization. This award is among the highest conferred upon undergraduates.

Hilsenrath also received the school’s President's Award for Leadership. The award recognizes undergraduate and graduate students who have made significant contributions to enhance the quality of life at Albany. Recipients have demonstrated a variety of accomplishments including extraordinary leadership, service, academic achievement and involvement within the university community.

Phi Beta Kappa picks Epstein
Melissa Epstein, from Hewlett, was named a member of Union College’s chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Epstein is a member of the class of 2017.
Union’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter, Alpha of New York, was established in 1817 and is the fifth oldest in the nation. Membership is one of the highest distinctions given for academic achievement.

Herzberg transfers her skills
Woodmere resident Sarah Herzberg, a criminal justice major at Buffalo State College, was one of the undergraduate transfer students recognized for completing at least 30 credit hours and having a 3.5 grade-point average or better.

Symposium participants
Hewlett residents and Union College seniors Melissa Epstein and Olivia Watman, were presenters at the 27th annual Steinmetz Symposium Day. An event that has grown from 130 student-presenters to one that includes nearly 500 students.

The symposium features an extensive array of oral presentations, posters, performances and exhibits, with concurrent sessions held all day in lieu of regularly scheduled classes. The evening portion includes a reception and musical performances.