AAUW Presents Awards

Three outstanding young women graduating from area high schools recently received awards from the Deerfield Area Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW).  They were chosen by their schools on the basis of scholarship and community service.

Allison Sutton of Deerfield High School is a National Merit Finalist.  She served as a senior advisor for freshmen in the choral advisory class and was co-captain of the debate team.  Allison plans to attend Cornell University, where she will major in biological engineering.

Jacqueline Zamudio of Highland Park High School began her freshman year in the ESL program.  Her diligence in that program enabled her to begin taking regular courses in her sophomore year.  By her junior year she was enrolled in two advanced placement classes.  She was chosen by the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce as one of 24 Highland Park students who exceeded school expectations and served as a role model for the community.  She was also one of two HPHS students who received an award from the Illinois Principals Association for leadership and academic excellence.  Jacqueline will attend Knox College.

Stephanie Li of Adlai E. Stevenson High School is a National Merit Scholarship finalist and an Illinois State Scholar.  She was selected for membership in the National Honor Society and the 300 Club (students who contribute at least 300 hours of community service).  Stephanie served as president of the Peer Tutors Club and was a mentor for freshmen in the Talented Young Mathematics Program.  She is an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction.  Stephanie plans to attend Williams College, where she will major in economics and mathematics.

The Deerfield Area Branch earns money for the annual high school awards through donations and an annual Bake/Book Sale at the Deerfield Farmers Market.  Branch members also contribute to grants and fellowships given to graduate scholars by the national association.  Membership in AAUW is open to all graduates who hold the Associate or higher degree from a qualified educational institution.