Carson City native Kevin Dyer receives award upon graduation from Whitman College

WALLA WALLA, WA (06/05/2013)(readMedia)-- Kevin Dyer of Carson City, Nev. was honored with an award upon his graduation from Whitman College in Walla Walla, Wash.

Dyer was selected to receive the Borleske Athletic Trophy, which is awarded annually to one outstanding male athlete in the senior class.

Dyer is a 2009 graduate of Carson High School. He received a B.A. in English and a minor in German studies during the Whtiman commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 19.

Whitman College is an independent, non-sectarian residential college fostering intellectual vitality, confidence and leadership in its 1,450 students. Also noted for its commitment to environmental principles, Whitman is characterized by intellect, down-to-earth sensibilities, collaboration over competition and an active lifestyle.