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Outstanding Scholar Athlete Awards
These awards are designed to honor one male and one female
intercollegiate athlete who have illustrated excellence in their academic
pursuits as well as in their respective sports. Students nominated for
these awards by their coaches must have completed their athletic eligibility
and carry overall grade point averages well above average within their
respective colleges. The first $500 Scholar Athlete Award, named for
Bud Hanna, is sponsored by Tim Hanna and Lindo, Hanna, & Abbott Insurance.
The second $500 Scholar Athlete Award is sponsored by Barbara Marsh.
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Scott O'Brien
Mr. O'Brien demonstrates an excellent balance of
scholastics and leadership. Academically, Scott is an Exercise
Physiology major with a strong record. Athletically, Scott was
chosen by his peers to serve as the Track and Field team captain
this year. Scott exhibits the qualities of a true leader. He is
intelligent, responsible, and dedicated to meeting the needs of
each player on the team. Scott is the number one discus thrower
in the conference and has already met the NCAA provisional qualifying
standard for the National Championships. He has served the community
through his work with the Special Olympics in 1997 and 1998.
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Christina Peacock
Ms. Peacock has an outstanding work ethic that
allows her to excel in the classroom and on the playing field.
Christina, majoring in Exercise Physiology, has earned recognition
on the Dean's List each semester. Christina is a dedicated varsity
athlete and is the number one runner on Chico's NCAA qualifying
women's cross-country team. She ranked 51st in the country at
the NCAA cross country championships and her time was only 30
seconds shy of earning All American honors. Christina volunteers
with the Summer Adaptive Physical Education Program, at fun runs,
and at local track meets. In addition, she is a member of the
Chico State Transfer College Board.
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