Widener Univ.

NWL student

wins award

Widener University and WCAU-TV NBC10, named Emma Conrey of Germansville the winner of the Widener University High School Leadership Award.

In its fourth year, the program recognized 134 students from high schools throughout the Philadelphia region for their abilities to stand up for what is right, address a wrong and make a difference in their communities or schools.

Conrey, who attends Northwestern Lehigh High School, has made a difference in the community by being a positive role model and leading others by her example.

Conrey was recently inducted into the National Honor Society and Science National Honor Society due to her superior grades and strong character.

"Through the High School Leadership Awards program, Widener University has the pleasure of honoring the well-deserving high school students within our community who demonstrate courage and responsibility through their inspiring leadership," said Widener University President James T. Harris III. "The program recognizes those committed to service, civic engagement, and community, which are values deeply-rooted within Widener University."

"It is an honor to take part in the High School Leadership Awards and be able to recognize an incredible group of students whose leadership and service collectively strengthen our entire region," said Eric Lerner, president and general manager of NBC10 Philadelphia. "The strength, compassion and courage of these student winners act as shining examples for us all."

Winners will be invited to a celebratory breakfast March 25 at the National Constitution Center, as well as a leadership conference at Widener University in fall 2015.

Winners will also receive a scholarship of $20,000 over four years should they enroll at Widener University for undergraduate studies.

Alvernia Univ.

Students earn

scholarships

The following scholars have earned merit scholarships to attend Alvernia University this fall.

Alexis Dongvort and Ashleigh Albert, students at Parkland High School, earned Alvernia's Presidential Scholarship.

Kaylee Moyer received the college's Trustees' Scholarship, and Kelsea Davis and Bryan Sobczak, all Parkland students, earned Alvernia's Veronica Founder's Scholarship

Erica Bond of Northwestern Lehigh High School, earned Alvernia's Veronica Founder's Scholarship.

Clarion Univ.

Valley resident

on dean's list

Cody Smith of Allentown was named to the dean's list for the fall 2014 semester at Clarion University, Clarion County.

Smith is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in communication journalism.

New Hampshire

Local resident

receives honors

Lauren Gardner of Allentown has earned highest honors for the 2014-15 fall semester at the University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H.

Highest Honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.85 or better out of a possible 4.0.